Shasta County recently issued a correction notice after failing to include a list of names in its voter information guide regarding Measure B. This measure, if passed, would introduce significant changes to election procedures, including voter ID requirements, one-day voting, hand counting, limited absentee ballots, and a separation from state voter rolls. These changes would currently be illegal under state and federal laws.

Correction Notice Issued

The omission involved the names of individuals who submitted rebuttal arguments for and against Measure B. The county’s voter information guide initially included only the first set of five names for each side, omitting the second set. This oversight was highlighted by community member Cork McGowan, who coordinated opposition to the measure and emphasized the importance of transparency in the voter guide.

McGowan argued that the omission could influence the outcome of the upcoming June 2 election, as undecided voters often rely on these guides. After weeks of communication with the Shasta Elections Office, a correction notice was posted online, following advice from California’s Secretary of State.

Response from Officials

Clint Curtis, Shasta’s appointed election official, confirmed that the correction was made at the state’s request, despite not being legally required. The Secretary of State’s office labeled the omission as an ‘error’ and recommended notifying voters.

McGowan expressed satisfaction with the correction but noted that some names remained obscured by the formatting of the notice. He also pointed out a misspelling in the document, which has since been corrected.

Original reporting: Shasta Scout (Redding) — read the source article.