Chester Explores E-Voting

Residents of Chester may have the option to cast an electronic vote during municipal elections in October. Council tossed around the idea during their meeting this morning. The municipality is hoping the switch may appeal to younger voters and increase overall voter turnout. Councillor Marshall Hector says its a great idea and he would support the move. The municipality is considering offering electronic voting via phone or online during advanced polls while maintaining the traditional paper ballot system for election day. Council decided to investigate the matter further and look to other jurisdictions who have already introduced the practice.