The Uvalde County Commissioners Court convened on November 15, 2024, to discuss the results of the recent election, focusing on the approval of the Canvas report, which provides a comprehensive overview of voter turnout and ballot counts.
During the meeting, officials reported that 9,838 voters participated in the election, a slight decrease from the 10,005 voters in 2020, which was influenced by the COVID-19 pandemic and extended early voting periods. The voter turnout for this election was estimated to be between 54% and 56%.
The court also addressed the handling of provisional ballots, revealing that out of 73 provisional ballots cast, only four were accepted. The majority of rejected provisional ballots were attributed to voters not being registered in Texas. Officials clarified that individuals registered in other counties could vote using a limited ballot, allowing them to participate in statewide and federal races but not in local contests.
The meeting concluded without any changes to the election outcomes, as the seven ballots counted post-election did not affect any races. The court's discussions highlighted the importance of voter registration and the processes in place to ensure fair voting practices.