NOTICE OF MEETING
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The Board of Elections and Registration of Dawson County shall meet September 18 2025, at 9:30 am. All members will meet at The Board of Elections office at 96 Academy Avenue. Any questions or concerns, please call the Elections office at 706-344-3640. Meetings are open to the public.
Upcoming Election Schedule
2025
August 18, 2025 - August 21, 2025
Municipal Qualifying begins Monday through Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm - Thursday 8:30 am - Noon
August 18, 2025
Absentee Ballot Applications can be accepted
October 6, 2025
Voter Registration Deadline for the Municipal General/Special Election Public Service Commissioner Districts 2 & 3
at 5 pm
October 14, 2025
First day to issue Absentee Ballots
October 14th - October 31st, 2025
Advanced in Person Voting Begins
at 96 Academy Ave for all precincts
8am to 5pm Monday - Friday, Saturday Voting 9am to 5pm October 18th and October 25th - **No voting Monday October 13th due to State Holiday
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October 24th, 2025
Deadline to submit Absentee by Mail application - 5pm
November 4, 2025
Election Day
Polls Open 7am to 7pm at your assigned Polling Location Please call the Elections office at 706-344-3640 if you are unsure of your polling location
**All Absentee Ballots must
be received in office by 7pm
Elections Staff
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The Team Behind the Scenes
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Elections Director
Glenda Ferguson
Elections Director
Mrs. Ferguson began working with the Board of Elections & Registration as Assistant to the Board in March 2003. In December 2006, Glenda was appointed as Chair of the Board of Elections, Election Supervisor and Chief Registrar, serving four 4 year terms from January 1, 2007 to December 2022.
She has been the Director of Elections and Voter Registration since January 2023.
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Rachelle Hanlon
Elections Coordinator
Rachelle has served Dawson County for over 18 years and has been working with elections since October 2013. Rachelle coordinates all stages of elections to ensure voters have a positive and confident voting experience.
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Elections Coordinator
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Voter Services
Megan Durant
Voter Services Specialist
After serving Dawson County in the Tax Commissioner's Office for over 10 years, Megan joined the Election's team in April of 2023. Mrs. Durant is the primary management of voter registrations, changes, and cancellations.
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Brittany Payne
Election Systems Manager
Brittany began her elections experience as a poll worker in 2008, and served the Dawson County Board of Elections as Absentee Ballot Specialist through April 2021. Opportunity arose to return Mrs. Payne in February of 2024 as the Election Systems Manager.
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Election Systems Manager
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Administrative Clerk
Martha Holbrook
Administrative Clerk
Martha joined this phenomenal team on June 28, 2021 and has learned more than she ever thought possible about our elections system. She considers this job her forever dream job. With her husband Jason, she has four children and eight grandchildren. Martha has 30+ years banking experience with a concentration in customer service. It is her goal to always answer each call with a smile.
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Board of Elections
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Balance and Fairness
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Chair
Dan Pichon
Chairman
Mr. Pichon began his service on the Board of Elections in 2002, serving his first term through 2008. After a brief hiatus, he returned in 2013 and has continued to serve with dedication to the present day, making him the longest-standing Republican Board member in the county’s history.
Known for his commitment to fair and secure elections, Mr. Pichon has played a vital role in shaping local election procedures and maintaining public trust in the voting process. In 2025, he was appointed Chairman of the Board, a role that reflects his extensive experience and leadership within the department.
Marie Head
Vice Chair
Marie Head has served as the Democratic Board Member on the Board of Elections since 2018. Throughout her tenure, she has remained committed to ensuring fair, secure, and accessible elections for all voters. As Vice Chairman, she plays a key role in supporting the board's mission and guiding election operations with integrity and professionalism.
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Vice Chair
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Secretary
Paul X. McComiskey
Secretary
Mr. McComiskey has been a permanent resident of Dawson County since January, 2001. He is an Independent voter who has assisted Dawson County as a Poll Worker for several years before becoming a board member for the Dawson County Elections and Registration Board. His focus and goal as a Poll Worker and board member is to make sure we have safe, secure, and accurate voting.
Holly Barrett
Member
Coming Soon.
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Member
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Member
John May
Member
Coming soon.
Election Documents & Links
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2025 Elections Calendar
Representatives in Washington
Dawson County Officials
Current Election Voting Schedule
Public Notice
Special Election Questions
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Main Elections Office
Dawson County Board of
Elections & Voter Registration
96 Academy Ave
Dawsonville, GA 30534
The Dawson County Board of Elections & Voter Registration is located at 96 Academy Ave in downtown Dawsonville. This is the location where you can come to vote during Advanced voting no matter what precinct you live in or on Election Day if you live in the West or Central precinct.
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If you live in East or South precinct, voting on election day is at Rock Creek Park located at 445 Martin Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534.
