Florida - Sarasota County Supervisor of Elections
Program Title
Our Community, Captured in One Sticker
Program Summary
The winning submission from a talented Sarasota County ninth grader for the Supervisor of Elections I Voted sticker competition included warm sun, sandy beaches, and an alligator wearing sunglasses and a Fedora. Beginning in October 2023, the elections office invited Sarasota County middle and high school students to design an I Voted sticker that was patriotic, inspiring and fun. The response from teachers and students was overwhelmingly positive, with more than 350 entries received from 14 schools. The designs ranged from whimsical to patriotic and just about everything in between. The winning design featured an alligator floating in a red, white, and blue inner tube, holding an ice-cold drink and enjoying a beautiful day at the beach. The scene is quintessential Sarasota County and, of course, includes the iconic words I Voted. The playful design was used as the official Sarasota County I Voted sticker of the 2024 general election and worn proudly by tens of thousands of voters.