11/12/26 Board of County Commissioners: County Board of Canvassers - Elections

The Kootenai County Board of Commissioners’ County Board of Canvassers meeting on November 12, 2026, addressed one action item: canvassing the November 3 consolidated election under Idaho Code 34-1205. Election Manager Asa Gray reported 64% turnout and described challenges associated with two-sheet ballots, ballot issuance discrepancies, incomplete voter registration forms, absentee ballot processing, and new voting equipment. Staff reported that the identified discrepancies did not affect the outcome of any contest; the office will review procedures, including ballot proofing and ballot issuance. The board approved the canvass as presented. No procurement, contract award, or spending action was identified.

The report also summarized election results, including Kootenai County’s votes on Proposition 1 (25,613 yes; 50,558 no) and the transit-related question (28,756 yes; 38,530 no). The election office reported 143 invalid absentee ballots and said the state’s audit selection would be announced after county canvasses were complete. Commissioners raised a concern about the wording of the transit question, and the election manager noted the county could place a question on a future ballot. No vendor selection, purchasing decision, or budget allocation was discussed.