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Observing elections activities
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Observers from both political parties and non-partisan observers through the King County League of Women Voters are requested to be on site for every election as added assurance of oversight and accountability. If you would like to be an observer, please contact the political party with which you affiliate or the King County League of Women Voters.
Elections are also monitored and formally reviewed periodically by the Secretary of State’s office.
Activities take place at King County Elections headquarters.
April 22, 2025, Special Election
| Election Activity | Dates |
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| Alternate format ballots |
March 21 – April 4 |
| Ballot drop boxes open | April 3 – April 22 |
| Ballot drop box pick up and ballot traying |
April 7 – April 22 |
| Ballot opening |
April 9 – May 1 |
| Ballot review |
April 10 – May 1 |
| Batch audit |
April 24 at 9:00 a.m. |
| Canvassing Board meetings | Visit the Canvassing Board page |
| Incoming ballot sort |
March 25 – April 4
If you wish to observe before 8:30 a.m. please notify our office at least 1 day in advance so we can coordinate someone to let you into the building. |
| Logic and Accuracy Test of Accessible Voting Units |
March 27 at 9:00 a.m. |
| Logic and Accuracy Test of ballot scanning and tabulation equipment |
March 27 at 1:00 p.m. |
| Mid-Election Logic and Accuracy test of ballot scanning and tabulation equipment |
April 27 at 8:00 a.m. |
| Mail ballot scanning |
April 10 – May 1 |
| Risk Limiting Audit |
April 30 at 9:00 a.m. |
| Signature verification and envelope review |
March 25 – April 4 |
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Vote Center, accessible voting units available Renton (Elections Office)
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April 2 – April 22
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| * During the election week (April 21 - April 25), ballot processing may work extended hours. |