Join us for in-depth Election Integrity training on August 15, 2026 for poll observers, poll workers and judges. Training will take place at Buncombe County GOP HQ, 18G Regent Park Blvd, Asheville, NC 28806, USA from 10AM to 2:30PM.
No cost to residents of Buncombe County. They should sign up at this portal:
https://www.buncombegop.com/event-details/nceit-poll-observer-training
If coming from outside Buncombe County the fee is $15 to attend which covers materials and lunch.
For lunch- We are catering this event locally. Lunch includes chicken and beef tacos with a dessert and a drink. Please identify any dietary restrictions or needs in the blank following the address block below.
This is an intensive 4-hour, in-person session appropriate for anyone who has a role in the election process for municipal, primary and general elections. The audience includes poll observers, poll judges and workers, election board members, greeters, and parties interested in election integrity. Anyone who might be interested in these roles and who wants to know more would benefit from this training.
This session will be presented by the North Carolina Election Integrity Team.
During this training, participants will learn:
- The role and responsibilities of a Poll Observer
- North Carolina election laws and guidelines governing poll observers
- What Poll Observers may and may not do inside a polling place
- How to document concerns appropriately
- What to expect on Election Day and during Early Voting
Disclaimer: This training is not a substitute for any training required by North Carolina statute or its Board of Elections.
Contact: Jane Bilello, Tel. 209-986-3845; jane.bilello@gmail.com