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Election 2006: High turnout at polls expected

The Fond du Lac Reporter, WI
November 5, 2006
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Voters are expected to pack the polls Tuesday in Fond du Lac County.
"I would say the turnout is probably going to be a little larger than normal for the governor's election," said County Clerk Joyce Buechel, while also citing hotly contested state races and referendum questions for the higher-than-normal expectations.


The county is ready for the election, she said.
"I guess we're as prepared as we can be at this point," Buechel said.

She suggests voters bring their driver's license or other proof of residency with them even though it is not required. If there is an issue, voters will not have to go home to get the documents if they have them.
Buechel also said voters should be aware of the new poll hours.
"All the polls are now open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.," she said. "That's new this year."

Buechel has only one other reminder.
"I would also just encourage everybody to get out and vote," she said.
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