Prop 50 passes with low turnout in Imperial County
Adrik Vargas
IMPERIAL COUNTY, Calif. (KYMA) – California voters have approved Proposition 50 in Tuesday’s special election, a measure introduced in response to recent redistricting efforts in Texas.
In Imperial County, Elections Coordinator Francisco Badilla said voter turnout so far sits at 14.76%, out of nearly 95,000 registered voters.
“We still have a lot to account for,” Badilla said, noting that ballots are still being processed.
So far, about 60% of votes counted in Imperial County are in favor of Prop 50. Despite the quick turnaround to organize the election, Badilla said the process went smoothly.
“I feel like it was very smooth. Didn’t have any problems at the precincts or drop boxes,” he said.
With Prop 50 passing, California will now update its congressional voting maps, changing how districts are grouped for future elections.
Some Imperial County residents said they felt well-informed heading to the polls.
“I think people are pretty knowledgeable,” said voter Cynthia Jimenez. “I’ve seen it on social media, billboards, and signs everywhere.”
Badilla said final numbers won’t be available until all ballots, including those received by mail, are processed.
“We have to account for everything that happened on Election Day and process everything that comes in through the mail,” he said.