Lane County elections officials break down how ballots are collected and counted

Two Lane County Elections Office employees retrieve ballots from a drop-box and place them into bins with security seals, May 15, 2026.

The Lane County Elections Office wants voters to peek behind the curtain and see what actually happens when they vote.

At a media event on Friday, county staff showcased how they retrieve ballots, verify signatures and count the votes. All this work culminates in the primary election this week…

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