AGENCY TESTIMONY
Brooklyn Public Library branches serving as polling sites
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Edwin Maxwell proudly discusses how 16 Brooklyn Public Library branches serve as polling sites during general elections, highlighting the extra effort required from staff to facilitate this important civic function.
- 16 BPL branches serve as polling sites during general elections
- Staff arrive early (5 AM) and stay late (11 PM) on election days
- All library staff, including custodial team and public safety officers, contribute to this 'all hands on deck' effort
Edwin Maxwell
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I am personally proud that 16 BPO branches serve as polling sites during general elections.
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This is no easy task.
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Our staff arrive at 5 AM to open libraries and we're there until 11 PM way beyond normal hours.
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Everyone, including our custodial team, public safety officers, branch staff, and administrative staff assist with all hands on deck effort to make sure rollers have been nearby safe place to vote.
