Special Election Held Today in Yap State Election Office Thursday, May 15, 2025, /// DYCA PIO

Yap, FM- A special election was held today, May 15, 2025, election polls opened at 7:00 AM to close at 7:00 PM. 

The two candidates in this special election were John F. Taweryan and Fabian Jr. Mairal.

Earlier this week the Yap State Election Office issued a reminder to voters and Election Board Members from Election District 3, Woleai Atoll, including those residing on Yap Main Island, regarding important electoral procedures.

The office emphasized the necessity of maintaining the integrity and privacy of the voting process. Key points outlined include:

• Individual Voting Privacy: Only one voter is permitted within the designated voting area at any given time. Voters are allotted a maximum of five (5) minutes to complete their ballot.

• Candidate Conduct: Candidates are strictly prohibited from approaching within 100 feet of any ballot box, except when casting their own vote. Similar to all voters, candidates are limited to five (5) minutes to complete their ballot and must then vacate the area. Campaigning or engaging in election-related discussions within the 100-foot radius is strictly forbidden.

These regulations are mandated by Sections 805 and 807 of Title 7 in the Yap State Code, designed to ensure a fair, transparent, and peaceful election process.

The Yap State Election Office urged all participants to adhere to these rules diligently.

(For more information, please contact the Yap State Election Office at (691) 350-6130 thank you) #specialelection #electionoffice #yapstate #district3