The preliminary results for the 2001-2002 Winter Elections in the State of Mayflower have been released, offering a first look at the outcomes of key races and amendments. It is important to note that these results are pending certification by the Mayflower Electoral Commission and have been made public to identify and address ballot errors and candidate disqualifications before the results are finalised.

Central Authority Recall Amendment:

One of the most anticipated ballot measures, the Central Authority Recall Amendment, has received overwhelming support from voters. Preliminary numbers are as follows:

Yes: 283 (71.80%) ✅

No: 111 (28.10%)

If certified, this result will enact the amendment, allowing for recalls of central authority officials under specific circumstances.

2002 Senate Special Election Results

The race for the Mayflower Senate has proven to be highly competitive, with no candidate reaching a majority. The top two candidates, JamesMHamilton and kennytube, are tied at 86 votes each, while other contenders remain close behind. A runoff election may be required to break the tie and determine the winner.

Vote Breakdown:

JamesMHamilton: 86

kennytube: 86

boosta_z: 84

rochonto3: 76

BernardJCaIdwell: 61

Other candidates received fewer votes, with the lowest being DivineCrime with 1 vote.

This close race demonstrates the importance of every vote in shaping Mayflower’s political landscape.

2001-2002 Woodbury Town Select Board Results

The election for the Woodbury Town Select Board saw Lorens20181 secure the highest number of votes at 131, followed by BlastProcessedTR with 108 and andrewdecker1 with 94. However, irregularities have been reported in this race.

iyockey (40 votes) has been disqualified, and the next eligible candidate will take their place.

JamesMHamilton, listed incorrectly on the ballot for this position, received 0 votes. Their inclusion was an error, and the next choice candidate will also be selected in their place.

Vote Breakdown:

Lorens20181: 131 ✅

BlastProcessedTR: 108 ✅

andrewdecker1: 94 ✅

drewandyk: 71

japan_2s: 59

iyockey: 40 (Disqualified)

JamesMHamilton: 0 (Ballot error)

Pending Certification

These preliminary results remain subject to certification by the Mayflower Electoral Commission. The commission will verify the accuracy of vote counts, investigate errors, and address any disputes or disqualifications before declaring final results.

For the Senate race, additional procedures may be necessary to resolve the tie between JamesMHamilton and kennytube, such as a recount or runoff election.

Next Steps

Final certified results are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

As the process unfolds, the State of Mayflower remains committed to ensuring a transparent and fair electoral system.

By RobertSabbatini

RobertSabbatini is a journalist with the State of Mayflower Public Broadcasting Service (MPBS), specialising in investigative reporting and community-focused storytelling. With a commitment to uncovering the truth, RobertSabbatini has covered a wide range of topics, including organised crime, government policies, and societal issues impacting the citizens of Mayflower. Driven by a passion for journalism, RobertSabbatini combines in-depth research with compelling narratives to deliver accurate and thought-provoking news coverage. Known for their thorough investigations and dedication to transparency, RobertSabbatini aims to inform and empower the public through their work at MPBS.

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