08-17-2026 Seminole Vote Primary Election Canvassing Board

The Seminole County Government held a Canvassing Board meeting on August 17, 2026, to review and certify the results of the primary election. The meeting focused extensively on the processing and verification of vote-by-mail ballots, including signature verification, voter intent assessments, and handling of provisional and duplicated ballots. The board discussed specific cases involving ballots delivered through non-traditional means, such as a ballot dropped off at the tax collector's office, and determined procedures for verifying voter intent and chain of custody. Additionally, the board addressed equipment obsolescence related to voting machines, noting plans to replace outdated DS200 machines with DS300 models by the 2028 election, with grant funding sought to support this procurement. Motions were passed to allow ongoing transport of approved ballot batches to the tabulation room for processing. The meeting concluded with public comments expressing appreciation for the transparency of the election process and adjournment of the session.