Mail-in voting surges for Bochum's local elections
The city of Bochum has introduced a new virtual assistant called "Election Buddy" to aid citizens in navigating the local election process. This innovative tool can be found on the Bochum App's homepage.
With the upcoming local elections requiring 2,300 election helpers, the "Election Buddy" is not intended to replace human assistance. Instead, it serves as an additional resource for voters.
Using the "Election Buddy", citizens can easily find their polling station, apply for postal voting documents, and gain insights into the candidates and voting procedures. However, the tool does not specify any compensation for its use.
First-time election helpers in Bochum will receive 60 Euros as election officers and 40 Euros for other positions. Those who have already worked in the February 23rd federal election will receive 70 Euros for all other positions, with election officers earning 100 Euros. It's important to note that these compensation figures are for the work of election helpers, not the use of the "Election Buddy".
To become an election helper in Bochum, typically, one must be eligible to vote, have no conflict of interest, and sometimes complete a short training or briefing provided by the local election office. However, for precise requirements, application procedures, training, and details about the Election Buddy tool for Bochum local elections, it's recommended to consult the official Bochum city or election authority website or contact their election office directly.
Lastly, the postal voting center in Bochum needs helpers for the counting of postal votes, adding to the overall need for election helpers in the city. The "Election Buddy" is integrated into the Bochum App and serves as a valuable tool for voters, but the essential work of election helpers remains crucial for the smooth running of the elections.
