JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Some area residents aired concerns on election security to the Stutsman County Commission Tuesday just ahead of the June 14th primary.

Ann Hoggarth came before the commission in regards to ballot drop boxes and electronic voting machines, voicing her concerns on election security.

Commissioner Mark Klose stated the machines used in Stutsman County are ones recommended by the state.

Hoggarth claimed that the machines were not being maintained and were susceptible to hackers.

County Auditor and COO Jessica Alonge informed Hoggarth that some of her claims were incorrect.

Director of IT Josh Smaage added that the machines being used in North Dakota were being maintained by ES&S.

Hoggarth stated she would like the county to not use voting machines or mail-in ballots in the upcoming primary.

Smaage explained that concerns that were brought forth shouldn’t be concerns at all.

Smagge offered to show the machines, adding they would do a public demo if that’s what was requested. Alonge added she would not recommend completing the upcoming election using strictly hand-count, pointing out the need to follow strict guidelines put forth by the state.

No motion was made. The county also approved the appointment of primary election poll workers and the canvass board members.

You can watch the entire meeting below: