Memphis and Shelby County Election Commission |
| SELECTION PROCESS: |
Five members appointed by the state election commission, upon recommendation of the state legislative delegation for each county. |
| MEMBERSHIP: |
Democrat -- 2 Republican -- 3 Total -- 5 |
FUNCTION & AUTHORITY: |
To supervise and coordinate all activities and the conduct of all elections by the citizens of Shelby County in compliance with state election laws, so the freedom and purity of the ballot is secured and to encourage maximum participation in the electoral process by all citizens. |
| TERMS OF MEMBERS: |
2 years |
| CONTACT: |
Richard Holden Administrator of Elections (901) 545-4127 |