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Ada County clerk reports 6,800 absentees sent; projects up to 20,000 absentee ballots
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Ada County clerk told commissioners 6,800 absentee ballots had been mailed and projected about 20,000 absentees by election end; clerk described dual‑custody security for absentee and early ballots and public viewing options including livestream and a glass viewing room.
The Ada County clerk updated the Board of Commissioners on the ongoing election, saying 6,800 absentee ballots have been sent so far and projecting approximately 20,000 absentee ballots by the end of the election, which the clerk characterized as a potential high turnout.
The clerk estimated overall turnout between 40% and 50% if historical trends hold, with absentee ballots typically around 20% and early voting another roughly 20%. The clerk said early voting has been rising and that these options help avoid long lines on election day.
On security, the clerk described rigid dual‑custody procedures: absentee ballots are not opened until just before election day, in‑person ballots are locked and stored as official records, and scanners are not accessed until election day. The clerk also said the public can observe processes online via livestream (50+ cameras) or in person in a glass viewing room at elections headquarters.
Commissioners asked questions about turnout patterns and handling of ballots; the clerk said the trends point to increased early and absentee participation and that the security protocols are designed to preserve ballot integrity.
