Gessler releases interim progress report in Colorado Springs election

Denver, March 25, 2011 – Today, Secretary of State Scott Gessler released an interim report outlining his staff’s review of election administration for the Colorado Springs April 5 municipal election. In concert with that report, Gessler made the following statement:

“Following my office’s initial review of the city’s election preparedness, I’m happy to report that the city clerk’s office is well poised for another successful election,” Gessler said. “In particular, the clerk and her staff have established sufficient security protocols and thorough procedures to ensure the integrity of this election.

“My office will continue to observe the election next week to review ballot processing and other procedures.

“Again, I would like to thank City Clerk Kathryn Young and Mayor Lionel Rivera for their warm welcome and cooperation. I look forward to continuing our successful working relationship.”

Click here to view the report.