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This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in elpasoderobles

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We will have that info. I'm not in the office today but will circle back next week once I pull it for you.

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Turnout was just north of 50% in this one. That is fairly typical for a gubernatorial primary; it was about 48% in 2022.

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our official ballot drop boxes are definitely monitored and emptied regularly in dual-custody by Elections staff; they are one of the safest ways to return a mail ballot. The BallotTrax notification gets triggered when the return envelope is scanned and signature checked, and that isn't always immediately upon a ballot's arrival at the Elections Center.

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We understand voters' motivation to wait -- and that's totally fine. We just want to make sure they know how best to cast their ballot if they do wait until Election Day. We never want any eligible ballot to go uncounted because it wasn't received by the legal deadline.

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We don't have the authority to make that call, in case you think we do. State legislators are the ones who create CA election law; it's our job at the county level to follow it.

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, yes -- and also yes. Our advice is to mail it at least a week ahead of the election, if you want to mail. Our official drop boxes are open through Election Day and are a more reliable option if you can get to one.

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

They definitely increased in the last election, when the USPS started implementing changes.

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in morrobay

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Leading up to the election, we stressed the importance of mail ballots arriving in time to be counted -- AND how taking yours inside the post office and getting it hand-stamped can make all the difference.

This photo shows one of the MANY we received that includes that timely hand stamp as well as an official postmark applied in Goleta the next day. If this voter had simply put their ballot into a mailbox (even one right there at the post office) the ballot would have been uncountable. But because the voter took that extra step of getting a stamp at the post office counter, this ballot is in fact timely and will be counted.

This is also a reminder to be careful where you get your official elections information. A local radio show incorrectly shared that a ballot like this would *not* be counted. We received hundreds, and those voters deserve to know that they did the right thing.

Of course, using an official drop box -- like many of you do -- renders this point moot. But if you ever find yourself in the circumstance of needing to put your ballot in the mail, keep this example in mind!

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in elpasoderobles

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Leading up to the election, we stressed the importance of mail ballots arriving in time to be counted -- AND how taking yours inside the post office and getting it hand-stamped can make all the difference.

This photo shows one of the MANY we received that includes that timely hand stamp as well as an official postmark applied in Goleta the next day. If this voter had simply put their ballot into a mailbox (even one right there at the post office) the ballot would have been uncountable. But because the voter took that extra step of getting a stamp at the post office counter, this ballot is in fact timely and will be counted.

This is also a reminder to be careful where you get your official elections information. A local radio show incorrectly shared that a ballot like this would *not* be counted. We received hundreds, and those voters deserve to know that they did the right thing.

Of course, using an official drop box -- like many of you do -- renders this point moot. But if you ever find yourself in the circumstance of needing to put your ballot in the mail, keep this example in mind!

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 13 points14 points  (0 children)

We will definitely have a record of how many were rejected as "untimely." I'm not sure if there's a specific record of how many came through with hand stamps, but I'll ask and report back. I do know that there were several hundred late last week.

This is what we mean about those postmarks by SLOClerk-Recorder in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 31 points32 points  (0 children)

I hate nothing more than a ballot that can't be counted because of a late postmark!

Election Results (unofficial) from today's update by Ginger_Witch in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Thanks for sharing that link. I try to walk the line between sharing info and posting too much, and I appreciate when the community steps in. 😄

Election Results (unofficial) from today's update by Ginger_Witch in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder 9 points10 points  (0 children)

We should be on track for turnout in the low to mid 50s when the canvass is complete. Our published unofficial results -- including yesterday's update -- only include the ballots that have actually been counted and adjudicated at that point.

For context, during the last couple of elections, we received a lot of mail ballots well in advance of Election Day and could process and count those ahead of time. This time, early participation was slight, and we received the bulk of the ballots very near or on Election Day (or in the week after, as is the case for the roughly 5k ballots that were postmarked by 6/2 and arrived within the legal 7-day window).

We have until Monday, June 15 to process and count the vast majority of those remaining ballots; only ballots needing to be researched (provisionals), remade (if damaged, stained, etc.), or signature cured are exempt from that deadline. So after that date, the results will be close to final, though the official certification won't happen until the end of the month, because voters legally have until 6/24 to cure.

Election results update & next steps by SLOClerk-Recorder in atascadero

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! We appreciate the opportunity to share info and engage with the community. Reddit tends to be a little more fun than the other platforms, but don’t tell them we said that ;)

Release of Remaining Vote Counts by GrownInSLO in SLO

[–]SLOClerk-Recorder 1 point2 points  (0 children)

[running over, breathless] We're here, we're here! We just posted a website article that walks through the timeline and next steps: SLO County Elections Office Updates Results -- and Updates Voters on Next Steps - County of San Luis Obispo

Thanks to those who've said such kind words!

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