As described in the Electronic Balloting Implementation Plan, CFO Diane Middleton, W2DLM, Director Ria Jairam, N2RJ, and I visited Election Service Company (ESC) in Melville, NY, on Tuesday. We found them very professional, easy to talk with, and very flexible in dealing with our concerns. Their technical systems and audit processes appear sound. We were impressed by their sensitivity to security and to accommodating their customer's needs. Based on the consensus of the three of us to move forward, the E&E has recommended that the ARRL execute a three-year contract with ESC to conduct our Division Director elections. This will cover both paper and electronic balloting. Please let me know if you have any questions or comments. 73, Art K0AIZ -- Arthur I. Zygielbaum, K0AIZ ARRL Midwest Division Director Chair, Ethics and Elections Committee Member, Programs and Services Committee ARRL - The national association for Amateur Radio®