Chardon, Bainbridge Voting Precincts Adjusted

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Voters in the city of Chardon and Bainbridge Township should be aware of changes to their local voting precincts. The redrawn lines, approved by the Geauga County Board of Elections in January, are due to population growth, said board employee Ramona Saikaly and board member Joan Windnagel during the Geauga County Republican Party's Feb. 4 meeting.

Why it matters

Redistricting voting precincts is a common practice to ensure voting districts remain within legal population limits and provide fair representation. This update affects voters in Chardon and Bainbridge Township, two growing communities in Geauga County.

The details

Ohio law limits precincts to 1,400 voters, according to Saikaly. 'Bainbridge Township is bursting at the seams and so we have had to add Precinct J,' said Windnagel, who was at the meeting as chair of the Geauga County Republican Party.

• The redrawn precinct lines were approved by the Geauga County Board of Elections in January 2026.
• The changes were discussed at the Geauga County Republican Party meeting on February 4, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Voters in Chardon and Bainbridge Township should check their new precinct assignments ahead of upcoming elections.