Orem City Council certifies primary election results advancing six candidates to general election

Orem City Council has officially certified the results of the 2025 primary election, paving the way for six candidates to advance to the general election. During the meeting held on August 26, 2025, City Clerk Theresa presented the election summary, revealing that Quinn Meekum, Angela Moulton, Doyle Mortimer, Lanae Millett, Crystal Muehlstein, and David M. Spencer will be on the ballot in November.

The election saw a voter turnout of 28.5%, with 13,074 total votes cast from a pool of 45,934 active voters. The breakdown of ballots included 1,209 counted by mail or drop box, 91 in-person votes, and 6 provisional ballots, of which 6 were counted. However, 191 ballots were rejected for various reasons, including late arrivals and signature mismatches.

Clerk Theresa highlighted the importance of voter education, noting that the number of ballots rejected after the postmark deadline was lower than anticipated, thanks to effective communication efforts. She emphasized the need for clarity regarding voting regulations, particularly the requirement that ballots must be received by 8 PM on Election Day, rather than relying on postmark dates.

In addition to the election results, the council discussed the classification of voters in Orem. There are currently 22,244 private voters, 17,052 public voters, and 6,638 withheld voters, with distinctions made based on the level of information available to the public and the protections afforded to certain individuals, such as victims of domestic violence and law enforcement personnel.

The meeting concluded with a review of the precincts, noting an increase from 52 to 53, with some precincts showing no registered voters. The council expressed satisfaction with the turnout compared to neighboring cities, indicating a strong civic engagement within the community.

As Orem prepares for the general election, the council's focus will remain on ensuring that all eligible voters are informed and able to participate in the democratic process.