The second half of the recall elections for 4 selectmen in the Town of Paris was completed tonight (2-05-10).
437 people came to the polls to vote today; 300 votes were cast by absentee ballot before today, 22 of them since Monday's election. Total votes cast for the final half of this election = 737 votes.
For all the tricky ads and signs and naysayers, Paris voters made the effort, made their own decisions, and voted accordingly. It is not difficult to distinguish between who takes care of this town and who takes care of himself.
The ballots and their results:
*Shall Selectman Ray Glover be recalled? 155 Yes 578 No (4 no vote)
*Shall Selectman Troy Ripley be recalled? 628 Yes 102 No (7 no vote)
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The Town of Paris is indebted to the ladies who implemented these two elections; sat 12 hours both days and collected ballots, smiled at voters, and then stayed another hour or two and counted every single ballot - twice; accurately. We are grateful for all their efforts. We are grateful that we have a staff in the office of the Town of Paris that keeps this town running, in spite of squabbles, the occasional less-than-professional behavior, and just plain oversight at some other times. Thank you!Thank you! Thank you all!
