Board OKs resolution authorizing destruction of specified election records
May 19, 2026 | Mitchell County, Iowa
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The Mitchell County Board approved Resolution 1363-26, authorizing the destruction of specified election records consistent with retention schedules discussed at the meeting.
Staff explained retention timeframes referenced in the resolution: primary and general election records are retained for 22 months, while special, city and school election records are retained for six months. The resolution listed specific election dates subject to the retention schedule and disposal: primary and general elections referenced from 6/4/24 and earlier special/city/school election dates noted in the file.
A supervisor moved to approve Resolution 1363-26 and another supervisor seconded; the board approved the resolution on roll call.
Staff explained retention timeframes referenced in the resolution: primary and general election records are retained for 22 months, while special, city and school election records are retained for six months. The resolution listed specific election dates subject to the retention schedule and disposal: primary and general elections referenced from 6/4/24 and earlier special/city/school election dates noted in the file.
A supervisor moved to approve Resolution 1363-26 and another supervisor seconded; the board approved the resolution on roll call.
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