As Election Day approaches, I want to take a moment to share some important information with the citizens of Fannin County. In recent training sessions with our election judges and workers, a few concerns surfaced that I believe the public should hear about — to reduce confusion, prevent misinformation, and make sure that all eligible voters can cast their ballots with confidence.

Voter Accessibility: Know your rights,
ask for what you need

Under the Texas Election Codes Sec. 61.012, 61.013 & 64.009, Senate Bill 477 (2023), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), voters are entitled to reasonable accommodations at polling places. Some of the common accommodations include:

• Moving to the front of the line if standing is difficult for you

• Requesting a large-print ballot

• Using the audio/tactile interface ballot equipment for hearing & visually impaired voters

• Qualifying to vote curbside

If you need any of these accommodations, please ask an election worker when you arrive — do not hesitate. Our election workers are trained to assist you in a discreet, respectful way. The intent is not to single anyone out, but instead to ensure that every voter has a comfortable, accessible experience.

You will not see signs in the lobby saying “ask for help” (to avoid making someone feel singled out). Instead, please know that help is available, and election workers will assist you as needed.

If you encounter a situation where you are denied a reasonable accommodation, please note the time and the name of the worker (if possible), and contact the Fannin County Elections Administrator, Cristian Perez Garcia.

You must vote at your assigned precinct polling location

Fannin County operates under a precinct-based system, which means that you must vote at the polling location assigned to your precinct on Election Day. This is especially critical in the upcoming November 4 election, because several precincts have been combined into 7 polling locations. If you go to the “wrong” polling site, you may be sent to a different location, or depending on the time, asked to cast a provisional ballot — which will then be subject to review by the Early Voting Ballot Board to determine whether it can be counted. To help avoid that uncertainty, please double-check your exact polling place before heading out on Election Day, November 4.

Sincerely,

Your Elections Administrator

Below are the polling sites and the precincts they will serve (also posted on our webpage)