A. Fifteen (15) minutes before the closing of the polls, and at the time of the closing of the polls, an election official shall announce both the designated closing time and the actual time at which the announcement is made. Failure to make the announcement at fifteen (15) minutes before closing time shall not in any way invalidate the election or extend the time for closing of the polls.

B. Every qualified voter present and in line at the time prescribed for closing the polls may vote. After closing, no person will be allowed to enter the polling place for purposes of voting.

C. When the polls are closed and the last vote has been cast, the election board shall account for all ballots by completing a ballot statement, in a manner prescribed by the clerk, including:

D. The election board shall count the number of questioned ballots and shall compare that number to the number of questioned voters in the register. Discrepancies shall be noted on the ballot statement. [Ord. 11-13 § 2.]