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Stephenson County clerk reports about 5% turnout so far; public test of voting machines set for March 18
Summary
The Stephenson County clerk told the committee 646 early voters and 801 vote-by-mail ballots had been processed as of the meeting, representing just over 5% turnout; a public test of voting machines is scheduled for March 18 at 10 a.m.
Stephenson County Clerk (name not specified) reported to the Administration Legal Affairs Committee on March 12 that, as of close of business that day, 646 early voters and 801 vote-by-mail ballots had been processed — a turnout the clerk characterized as "a little over 5%" for this election period.
The clerk said machine programming had been completed and that a public test of the voting equipment would be held March 18 at 10 a.m. She noted that the office posts information on write-in candidates on its website and that it is the responsibility of the write-in candidates, not the clerk’s office, to publicize their candidacy; the clerk said a list is available on request.
The clerk also reported an increase in requests for vital records and said staff were handling statements of economic interest and tax-extension work ahead of a state multiplier update. No formal action was taken on the report.
