About Us
Mission
The mission of the Elections and Registration Office is to register citizens of Oconee County to vote, to ensure that elections are free, impartial, fair, accurate, convenient, secure and accessible to all voters, to encourage voter participation, to provide excellent customer service to voters, candidates and the media, and to help the public understand and follow all laws, rules and regulations set by Federal, State and Local Laws, as well as the State Election Board.
Responsibilities
In addition to planning, organizing and conducting all county elections, the Oconee County Board of Elections and Registrations Office is responsible for recording the voter registrations of Oconee County citizens and verifying the legality of each voter. The Elections office is accountable for the accuracy and validity of elections and for abiding by all federal and state election codes.
Board of Elections & Registration
Regular Meetings
- First Monday of the month at 5:00 p.m. unless otherwise voted upon.
- Board of Elections Office, 7635 Macon Highway, Watkinsville GA 30677
Members (4-year terms)
- Jay Hanley, Chair Term Expires 12/31/2026
- Kirk Shook, Vice Chair (R) Term Expires 12/31/2026
- Ken Davis, (D) Term Expires 12/31/2026
- Doug Hammond Term Expires 12/31/2025
- Shami Jones Term Expires 12/31/2025
Policies and Procedures
Board of Elections Policy 1 - Procedures for Executive Session - Final
Board of Elections Policy 2 - Procedures for Public Comment - Final
Additional Information
For additional information, please contact the Board of Elections office at (706) 769-3958.