Jefferson County commissioners approve canvass of May 21 primary; voter turnout ~35.4%

The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners approved the canvass of the May 21 primary election results during its May 28 meeting.

Chair moved to approve the canvass and the motion was seconded; commissioners held a roll call and approved the canvass. County election staff discussed tabulation timing and the differences between Jefferson County’s process and nearby counties that use precinct‑level tabulators. Colleen (Elections staff) explained that ballots that cannot be read by tabulators require manual review and a bipartisan resolution committee to adjudicate markings, which extends processing time.

Commissioners also reviewed turnout figures. Chair cited an overall county turnout of 35.42% and discussed close primary selections in several races; staff noted that canvass and final reporting may await canvassing in neighboring Bonneville County for some contests.

Next steps: the clerk will sign the canvass documents and election staff will follow up on any outstanding precinct canvass items.