2024 - Honorable Mention for Distinguished Voter Education and Communications Initiatives

The Signature Solutions program addressed recurring voter signature verification issues through direct voter outreach. The Pierce County Elections Office conducted a door-to-door canvassing initiative, educating voters on signature requirements and providing resources to update their information, leading to increased ballot acceptance and participation. The program innovatively combined data analysis with personalized outreach, using door-to-door canvassinga method more common in voter registration drivesto address signature-curing issues. This approach creatively supplemented traditional outreach (calls, letters, texts) with face-to-face engagement. The program significantly improved voter confidence and ballot acceptance, addressing voter confusion and communication gaps. For election officials, it provided valuable insights into voter behavior and effective outreach methods, helping refine future election communication strategies.