ITHACA, NY (CortacaToday) — Local authorities are preparing to protect the polls.

One member of the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office recently attended an election security workshop. County Legislator Rich John said he’s happy to see training happen.

“I think we’re perhaps heading into a difficult fall,” he said. “Being prepared matters.”

Sheriff Derek Osborne said he thinks extra security will be needed in the upcoming election.