DeKalb Board of Elections certifies June 17 special primary and sets runoff voting dates

The DeKalb County Board of Registration and Elections convened on June 23, 2025, to certify the results of the June 17 special primary election and discuss upcoming voting procedures. The meeting highlighted key decisions regarding election certification and early voting for the upcoming runoff.

The board unanimously approved the certification of the special primary election, with members expressing satisfaction with the process. A notable inquiry was raised regarding the types of provisional ballots accepted, with the board confirming that all were out-of-bounds (OOB) and discussing the reasons behind the rejection of seven ballots.

Following the certification, the board addressed early voting for the upcoming runoff election, scheduled from July 7 to July 11. Three locations were proposed: the DeKalb Voter Registration and Elections Office, Dunwoody Library, and Salem Panola Library, with voting hours set from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. The board emphasized the strategic selection of locations to accommodate voters from different regions of the county.

Additionally, the board discussed the scheduling of a pre-certification meeting for the runoff election. Members considered the logistics of coordinating schedules for newly seated board members and tentatively planned for a meeting on July 18 at 10 a.m. The discussion included the importance of notifying the public about any changes to the meeting schedule.

In conclusion, the meeting underscored the board's commitment to ensuring a smooth electoral process in DeKalb County. With the certification of the primary election complete and early voting locations established, the board is poised to facilitate voter participation in the upcoming runoff. The next steps will involve finalizing the pre-certification meeting and addressing any procedural adjustments necessary for the new board members.