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Newberry Municipal Election Voting Equipment Test Results

Original title: 04.08.2026_canvassing_board_meeting_minutes

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What this does

This meeting confirms that the voting machines to be used in the April 14, 2026, Newberry Municipal Election are functioning correctly and have been secured to ensure accurate vote counting.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Newberry Voters

Voters are affected by the verification of the accuracy of the machines that will record their ballots.

Election Candidates

Candidates for Commissioner Groups I, II, and III are affected by the certification of the equipment used to count their votes.

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Summary

The Newberry met on April 8, 2026, to conduct a mandatory on voting machines for the upcoming April 14 municipal election. The equipment passed the test, was sealed, and chain-of-custody logs were finalized.

Key Facts

  • The Canvassing Board performed a Logic and Accuracy Test on voting equipment for the April 14, 2026, Newberry Municipal Election.
  • The tabulation results of the test ballots matched expectations, confirming the equipment is ready for use.
  • All tabulation equipment was sealed and chain-of-custody logs were completed following the test.
  • The Canvassing Board is scheduled to meet again on April 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM at the Mentholee Norfleet Municipal Building to canvass vote-by-mail ballots.
  • Photography, recording, or copying of voter signatures is prohibited by law during canvassing board meetings.
  • The meeting was held at 25420 W Newberry Road, Newberry, Florida.
  • The 2026 municipal election includes races for Commissioner Group I, Group II, and Group III.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Logic and Accuracy Test?
It is a process where election officials test voting machines with test ballots to ensure they are counting votes correctly before the actual election.
When will the election results be canvassed?
The will meet on April 14, 2026, immediately following the 7:00 PM closing of the polls.

Why It Matters

This meeting confirms that the voting machines to be used in the April 14, 2026, Newberry Municipal Election are functioning correctly and have been secured to ensure accurate vote counting.

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Pre-Election Testing Cycle

The board conducts equipment testing exactly six days prior to the municipal election date.

Connected Entities

locationNewberryCity holding the municipal electionMap →
personKim BartonAlachua County Supervisor of ElectionsMap →
personDallas LeeAssistant City ManagerMap →
personTim MardenChair of the Canvassing BoardMap →

Sources

Open source document

www.newberryfl.gov

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