October 2, 2025

From Blueprint to Election Day: Lessons on Building New Election Facilities

Building or relocating an election office turned out to be far more than bricks and boxes – it was a complex, high-stakes project that required balancing public service, security, accessibility, storage, IT, and day-to-day operations without missing a beat.

In a recent conversation hosted by The Elections Group, election officials who had planned, built, and moved into new facilities shared what worked, what they would change, and how they kept elections running throughout. The discussion covered everything from design and budgeting to security, workflows, and moving-day logistics.

Participants left with actionable ideas and guiding questions to take back to their own offices, helping them engage architects, general contractors, facility managers, and county leadership more effectively. The session offered practical lessons on how election offices can plan smarter, move smoother, and ultimately serve voters better.