Black Box Voting

Quicksearch

In Memory of Andy Stephenson

1962-2005
A good man, a tireless activist, and for too short a time, a friend.

Disclaimer

We have nothing to do with Bev Harris or her foundation. This site does not solicit any funds for our operation, nor do we receive any support from any agency or individual.

Representations made by Ms. Harris or her foundations about this site and/or her former colleagues should be viewed with skepticism.

Calendar

Entries tagged as ranked choice voting

Related tags

Sunday, June 28. 2009

Instant Runoff Voting too costly for Pierce Co WA -ditching IRV would save $600K

Pierce County Washington could save $600,000 next year if the county ditches Instant Runoff Voting, says Auditor. 63% of Pierce County Voters polled said they did not like IRV, and the County Council voted to amend the county charter to repeal the mandate for RCV. The voters will make the final decision in November.

Why is instant runoff voting so costly? See June 27, 2009

Instant Runoff Voting too Costly - Pierce County WA Says Ditching Would Save $600,000
May 6th, 2009 Pierce County auditor sees savings from scrapping ranked choice voting David Wickert

...So where might Pierce County Auditor Jan Shabro’s quest for cost savings eventually lead? Think ranked choice voting.
...In November voters will consider an amendment to the county charter repealing ranked choice voting.
...56,751 of 90,738 Pierce County Voters polled said they did not like IRV
... more details at the link