This month and next, Kenton County Clerk Gabrielle Summe will present a plaque of appreciation to election officials and community partners before each Fiscal Court meeting for their work on election days.
“In an effort to recognize the hard work and commitment of our poll workers and community partners, I will be identifying those individuals that exemplify the American spirt and who go the extra mile to ensure a fair and efficient election.” said Summe.
“Many of our poll workers have worked for over 30 years and so this public thank you is long overdue. The election process also depends heavily on the community partners who allow us to use their facilities and the personnel at these facilities that go over and above to protect our right to vote,” she added.
2015 recipients of this award include:
Claire Moriconi, who has worked the polls for over 30 years.
Daniel Gardner, who can single-handedly run a precinct.
Susan Durstock, the custodian of Holmes High School, who is always on hand to make sure the precincts are set up properly and ready for voters.
Sue Hill, Clerk for the City of Crescent Springs, who helps voters get to the right precinct.
Board of the Ft. Wright Civic Club, who take the time on a Sunday afternoon to help set up the facility for Election Day.
– Staff report/Photo: Kenton Co. polling place (RCN file)