Albemarle County, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – At the Albemarle County Supervisors meeting, a significant portion of the discussion centered around the implementation of ranked choice voting. Supervisor Mike Pruitt, representing the Scottsville district, provided insights into the debate during a recent interview. 

“We received a presentation that was really supposed to help us drill down on some of the practical and very pragmatic concerns,” Pruitt explained, highlighting concerns over the costs and logistical challenges. He also expressed frustration with the partisan tone of the discussion, saying, “What we got was a strong partisan screed from one of the Republican appointees that did not help us arrive at our decision any better.” 

Pruitt described the presentation by a Republican appointee on the electoral board as “disappointing and embarrassing” due to its partisan nature. He emphasized that the board was seeking practical insights, not political arguments, to make an informed decision on implementing ranked choice voting in future elections. 

The debate revealed a divide between practical considerations and political stances, leaving the future of ranked choice voting in the county uncertain. 

Listen to the full conversation here: