The Pima County Elections Department told local media on Thursday that roughly 67,000 ballots are still awaiting tabulation from the November 5 election. The office expects to have the full count completed by Monday, Nov. 9, after the remaining early‑vote ballots are verified and the provisional ballots are processed.

Signature verification underway

According to county spokesperson Mark Evans, the Pima County Recorder’s Office is finishing signature verification on the early‑vote ballots that were cast on Election Day. Once that work is done, the verified ballots will be turned over to the Elections Department later Thursday.

Evans noted that the verification process is “tedious” and can take time, but emphasized that the staff is working diligently to move the ballots through the machines as quickly as possible.

Provisional ballots next in line

The Recorder’s Office also has about 3,700 provisional ballots awaiting review. Those ballots will be examined and counted shortly after the signature verification is completed.

Board of Supervisors to certify the results

State law requires the Pima County Board of Supervisors to formally approve the canvass no sooner than six days after Election Day and no later than 20 days. The board is scheduled to meet virtually on Nov. 19 to fulfill that requirement.

Evans confirmed that the timeline aligns with Arizona statutes and that the board’s virtual meeting will provide the final certification of the election results.

What this means for voters

Residents can expect the official results to be released early next week, giving a clear picture of the outcomes for local races and ballot measures. The county’s transparent process and adherence to statutory deadlines demonstrate a commitment to election integrity and timely reporting.

For any further updates, voters are encouraged to follow the Pima County Elections Department’s official channels or contact the office directly.

Original reporting: Arizona Luminaria — read the source article.