Board sets pre‑certification (Nov. 6), certification (Nov. 9) and audit timeline

Oct 8, 2026

Stacy told the board the pre‑certification meeting will be Nov. 6 by 2 p.m., certification on Nov. 9 at 3 p.m., and the audit dice roll and process will occur Nov. 12–18 with audits starting Nov. 13 at 10 a.m.; counties will audit at least seven races this year.

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Elections staff provided the board dates and legal timing for pre‑certification, certification and the post‑election audit. Stacy said the pre‑certification meeting will be held by 2:00 p.m. on Nov. 6 to provide preliminary numbers through that time, and the certification meeting is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. on Nov. 9. She noted that official canvass deadlines require results to be submitted to the state by the Friday following the election.

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