Coconino County tapped into the talent of local students to bring a fresh look to the democratic process. At a meeting on Tuesday, officials showcased the winning designs for new "I Voted" and "Future Voter" stickers, set for the 2024 elections. Eslir Musta, the county's Elections Director, praised the significant impact of the EAC Help America Vote College Program grant in making the contest a reality, "This initiative not only deepened our partnership with Northern Arizona University but also motivated NAU students to join us at the polls, spreading these stickers far and wide," Coconino County officials announced.

Northern Arizona University's own Karen Javalera, a graphic design student, won the 'I Voted' sticker that shouts out Coconino County's landmarks and linguistic variety, integrating English, Navajo, Hopi, and Spanish to celebrate the region's rich cultural tapestry. 

The "Future Voter" sticker, designed by native Flagstaffian Mary Corcoran, targets the youth with an artistic edge all about inclusivity, surrounded by vibrant decoration and topped with a font that screams fun and accessibility. Board of Supervisors Chair Jeronimo Vasquez was quick to express his delight in the designs, "Congratulations to the winners, I am very impressed with each design," Vasquez commented, pointing out his appreciation for the multilingual 'I Voted' sticker in particular.

Residents can look forward to donning these new symbols of civic pride at Coconino County's Primary Election on July 30, 2024, and again during the General Election on November 5, 2024. For more details on how to get involved in the upcoming elections, residents are encouraged to visit the county's elections website.