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Butler County canvasses 207 provisional ballots; 143 counted, 64 not counted
Summary
County Clerk Tatum Stafford told commissioners that 207 provisional ballots were presented from the Aug. 11, 2026 primary: 143 were counted and 64 were not counted. County officials explained the canvassing process to a member of the public.
County Clerk Tatum Stafford presented 207 provisional ballots to the Butler County Board during the Aug. 11, 2026 canvas, reporting that 143 were counted and 64 were not counted for various reasons. Commission Chair Marc Murphy and County Administrator Will Johnson answered questions from a member of the public about how provisional ballots are reviewed and counted under the county's canvass procedures.
The presentation occurred at the start of the meeting as part of the official canvas for the Aug. 11 primary. The Clerk's summary — and officials' explanation to the public commenter — clarified that not all provisional ballots meet eligibility standards and that each ballot is reviewed before being accepted into the final tally. No formal motion was required on the canvas presentation.
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