APPLICATIONS NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR ELECTION INSTITUTE
Lebanon, TN – Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Wilson County Election Institute. This one day in depth learning experience is scheduled for Saturday, January 31st.
“Elections are the culmination of actions taken each and every day in preparation for that one big day. The Election Institute is an opportunity for voters to gain first-hand knowledge about the procedures and details that are involved in holding elections in Wilson County,” said Tammy Smith, Administrator of Elections.
This Institute will be the sixth held by the Wilson County Election Commission since 2019. Participants will experience presentations and hands-on activities designed to give a behind the scenes look at the preparation that goes into elections in Wilson County. Attendees will gain knowledge about voter registration, ballot and voting system preparation, what it takes to be a candidate and the importance of poll workers, the media and community outreach.
“This classes offer a deeper understanding of the many aspects of preparation for elections and the everyday functions of the Election Commission,” said Smith. “We encourage anyone involved working with a campaign, prospective candidates and citizens interested in knowing more about elections and becoming more civically involved to apply for the institute,” Smith continued.
The Election Institute will be held on Saturday, January 31st from 8:30 am until 3:30 pm at the Wilson County Election Commission office at 230 East Gay St in Lebanon. There is no cost for the event. The class size is limited, so reserve a seat soon. To reserve your seat and to learn more about the Election Institute information and an application are available at www.WilsonTNVotes.govor contact the Wilson County Election Commission at 615-444-0216.
The elections being prepared for now by the Wilson County Election Commission are the Wilson County Republican and Democratic Primary on May 5th , the Federal and State Republican and Democratic Primary and Wilson County General Election on August 6th, and the Federal and State General Election and Lebanon, Mt Juliet and Watertown Municipal Elections on November 3rd.
