(Red Oak, Iowa) – Jill Ozuna, Montgomery County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections Office, Sunday (Today) announced the successful completion of public testing for voting equipment ahead of the upcoming general election on November 05, 2024.

The testing event, held on October 24th and 25th at the Montgomery County Courthouse ensured that all voting systems function accurately and securely. Representatives from the public, media, and community organizations were invited to attend the event, observing firsthand how ballots are scanned, tabulated, and verified for accuracy. All equipment passed the testing process with no issues, confirming the readiness of our systems for election day.

“We take every measure to ensure the integrity of the election process,” said Jill Ozuna, Auditor and Commissioner of Elections, “The successful completion of public testing demonstrates our commitment to transparency, accuracy, and public trust in the voting process.”

Public testing is an essential part of election preparation, providing an opportunity for community members to witness how votes will be counted and verified. The process includes running sample ballots through the machines to confirm that all votes are recorded and reported correctly.

The Montgomery County Auditor and Commissioner of Elections Office encourages all eligible voters to participate in the upcoming general election. For more information about voting locations, hours, or absentee ballots, please visit www.montgomerycountyia.gov or contact the election office at 712-623-5127.

Key Election Dates:

• General Election: Tuesday, November 05, 2024

• Early Voting: October 16– November 4th

**Auditor’s office will be open Saturday November 2, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.**

• Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: Ended October 21st