The County Board has extended the deadline for Arlington County residents to provide comments on the recently installed Ranked Choice Voting system until November 30. By extending the time frame, more voters—particularly those who could have been distracted during the busy election period—were able to express their opinions.
Board Chair Libby Garvey noted the tense nature of the previous election season and the Board’s intention to provide “just a bit more breathing room” for community feedback, according to a statement posted on Arlington County’s official website. During the general election run for the County Board in 2024, concerned residents can use a short online form to share their experiences with RCV.
To determine the future of Ranked Choice Voting in next elections, the Arlington County Board looks to the general public. Following the Board’s efforts to obtain a thorough grasp of voter reaction to the RCV method, which was tested in the 2023 County Board primary, the input period has been extended. The information gathered will be essential in deciding whether to stick with, modify, or forgo RCV in the next general elections.
Following the initial nod from the Virginia General Assembly in 2020, Arlington County has proceeded with RCV trial implementations. Instead of choosing only one choice, voters can rank candidates according to their preferences using this alternate voting system. Election participants can easily use the feedback form, but they should be aware that the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) may make their contributions publicly available.
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