The Central Election Commission of the Republic of Azerbaijan (CEC) conducted its session by Mr. Mazahir Panahov on August 17, 2004.

First of all, CEC Chairman put the issue on the date of the appointment of Municipal Elections of the Republic of Azerbaijan into discussion. CEC adopted decision on the appointment of Municipal Elections to December 17, 2004.

Later, Mr. Natig Mammadov, CEC Secretary reported on the approval of the Calendar Plan on the basic measures and activities for the conduct of Municipal Elections. Calendar Plan was approved by the commissioners.

Vidadi Mr. Vidadi Mahmudov, CEC Secretary reported with the suggestion to approve samples of signature sheets related to the collection of voters signatures in support of candidates for a member of municipality.

Representatives of IFES (International Foundation for Election Systems), US Embassy, domestic and foreign mass media participated in the CEC session.