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Board of Elections Robert Half International Contract Amendment
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Date of BOCC Meeting: August 3, 2020
Request for Board Action:
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The Board is requested to approve the Durham County Board of Elections request to increase its service contract with Robert Half International Inc. a temporary employment agency. Robert Half has assisted the Elections Department in the past with identifying temporary employees to assist with election activities. The temporary employees will assist with the pre and post activities associated with the November 3rd General Election.
Due to COVIV-19, there has been an increase in the number of requests for absentee ballots. Any registered voter of Durham County may make a request for an absentee ballot. Requests are made by completing an Absentee Ballot Request Form which is found on the Board of Elections website. Residents can email the Elections Department at absentee@dconc.gov or calling the office for additional assistance with ballot forms. Existing permanent staff and temporary staff will provide the customer service needed to respond timely to residents regarding election questions or concerns.
The planned expense was included in the FY 2020-21 operationing budget. The Board is requested to suspend the rules and approve the contract amendment during the August 3rd work session due to the time sensitive nature of getting additional temporary assistance.
Alignment with Strategic Plan: The amendment of this contract is consistent with Goal 5 of the County strategic plan.
Resource Persons: Derek L. Bowens, Elections Director and Brenda Baker, Deputy Director of Elections
County Manager's Recommendation: The County Manager recommends that the Board approve the Board of Elections to enter into a contract amendment, in the amount of $144,000, with Robert Half International Inc., to continue providing critical election services to the residents of Durham County and ensure optimal organizatio...
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