Subject:
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Public Official Bond for Supervisor of Elections.
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Recommended Action:
Recommended Action
Approval of the Supervisor of Election’s Public Official Bond as required by law.
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Strategic Priorities:
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Summary:
Summary
While the Supervisor of Elections is not specifically required by Chapter 137, Florida Statutes, to post a bond, due to changes made to the Florida Election Code, a bond was procured for the Supervisor in 2022. However, since that bond was purchased off cycle, the current expiration for that bond is July 27, 2025. Attached is a copy of the new bond, which was secured by Merchants Bonding Company in the amount of $25,000.00 for Julie Marcus, Supervisor of Elections, re-elected in November 2024.
Chapters 113.07, Florida Statutes, indicates that the cost of the premium of the bond will be paid out of the general revenue fund of the County. In accordance with Chapters 137.01, Florida Statutes, the bond of each County officer must be filed with the Clerk of the Circuit Court and Comptroller.
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Background Information:
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Fiscal Impact:
Total cost to the County for the bond noted above was $355.00. This bond has been purchased and paid for by the Risk Management Department.
Staff Member Responsible:
Jewel White, County Attorney
Keith Bentley, Director, Risk Management & Claims
Partners:
Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections
Attachments:
Public Official Bond