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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 3h

If you mail back your ballot, remember that mail delivery times can vary, and our mail is postmarked in Goleta -- which can be the day AFTER you put it in a blue box. The USPS recommends mailing your ballot at least 7 days before Election Day. There are also ballot drop boxes throughout the County.

Illustration showing a mailbox and delivery truck with text urging to mail ballots before October 27 for timely arrival.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 06/10/2026

CA voters: Ballot drop-off locations are now open! Find a secure drop box near you at SloVote.gov/November2026 and make your voice heard in this election! For a list of SLO County drop boxes, head to SloVote.gov/November2026 #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

Announcement for 2026 general election ballot drop-off locations now open with a link to find secure drop boxes nearby.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 05/10/2026

Have you decided how you're going to vote? It's up to you. Make sure you understand the options and then make your plan. Questions? Contact the SLO County Elections Office at 805-781-5228 or elections@co.slo.ca.us today.

Six ways to vote in San Luis Obispo County including mail, drop box, elections office, Atascadero office, polling place, and at home with precinct check-in.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 02/10/2026

Did you know that YOU can have an impact on how quickly SLO County reports election results? If you want to see your ballot included in Election Night results, you can ensure that based on how you choose to vote.

Instructions to speed up SLO County election results by voting early by mail or in person at designated locations before or on Election Day.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 30/09/2026

What's that right around the corner? It's your mail ballot, on its way to you NOW! If you aren't registered or need to update your voter registration, do it at MyVoterStatus.sos.ca.gov. If your registration is already up-to-date (awesome!), track your ballot's journey at WheresMyBallot.sos.ca.gov.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 30/09/2026

VOTER UPDATE: Ballots are going out EARLY and will begin mailing tomorrow, September 30. Official drop boxes will also open EARLY countywide on Thursday, October 1. 🗳️💪

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 29/09/2026

Before each election, CA law requires that we run test decks of ballots to confirm that the machines are reading ballots correctly (logically) and compiling results correctly (accurately). Testing for the November 3, 2026, General Election begins 9/30 at 10am in the Elections Center in SLO.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 28/09/2026

Planning to return your ballot by mail? We recommend you mail it back ASAP after you receive it, or at least 7 days before Election Day. After that, consider returning it by drop box, or go inside the post office to request a hand-stamped postmark. SloVote.gov/November2026

2026 California election notice advising voters to mail ballots early or use in-person drop-off to avoid postal delays.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 26/09/2026

Are you ready to vote, California? Counties will begin mailing ballots by October 5th. Update your voter registration at RegisterToVote.ca.gov. #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

2026 general election ballots in California will be mailed starting October 5th; update your voter registration at RegisterToVote.ca.gov.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 25/09/2026

Elections are run locally, and your SLO County elections office is here to make sure you have all the answers you need. Reach out to us at 805-781-5228 or at elections@co.slo.ca.us and let us help. Or check for answers at SloVote.gov/November2026 24/7.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 23/09/2026

Make sure you are getting accurate election information from official sources, including the SLO County Elections Office or the California Secretary of State. SloVote.gov or sos.ca.gov #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

2026 General Election reminder to get accurate election information from the official source SloVote.gov with California Capitol building in background.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 21/09/2026

Ballots are coming out soon. Are you ready? For links to election resources, ballot details, and voter registration, head to SloVote.gov/November2026. Remember, SLO County: Your vote is your voice.

Checklist encouraging voters to register, plan their vote, research the ballot, and then vote.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 20/09/2026

“Where’s My Ballot?” sends voters automatic notifications by text, email, or voice message about the status of their ballot, from when it is mailed to the moment it is received and processed by elections officials. Sign up today at WheresMyBallot.sos.ca.gov. #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

Graphic promoting the 2026 General Election ballot tracking service with a mail envelope and location pin icon.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 19/09/2026

If you see a post that is inaccurate or misleading, report it by emailing CATrustedInformation@sos.ca.gov #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

Graphic urging viewers to report inaccurate or misleading posts about the 2026 General Election via a provided California email address.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 19/09/2026

Some California voters have received text messages asking them to confirm their voter registration. We want to remind you that the SLO County Elections Office never sends our voters text messages about registration. (The only texts you would receive from us would be if you sign up for BallotTrax.)

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 18/09/2026

If you’re turning 18 years old on or before November 3rd, 2026, you can pre-register to vote in the 2026 General Election! Verify your eligibility and pre-register today at RegisterToVote.sos.ca.gov. #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

2026 General Election notice encouraging Californians turning 18 by Nov 3, 2026, to pre-register to vote at RegisterToVote.ca.gov.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 17/09/2026

From early voting and replacement ballots to multilingual materials, you’ve got options to make a plan that works for you! Visit SloVote.gov/November2026 or vote.ca.gov for more information. #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

2026 California General Election message highlighting early voting, ballot replacements, and language help options with state capitol dome background.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 17/09/2026

Today's New Times SLO ran an opinion piece from Clerk-Recorder Elaina Cano that can be read here: www.newtimesslo.com/you-dont-hav...

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 15/09/2026

It's National Voter Registration Day! If you haven't registered, or if you need to update your voter registration: What are you waiting for? YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE. RegisterToVote.ca.gov

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 14/09/2026

If you have moved since the last election, you should register to vote at your new address! Update your registration online at RegisterToVote.ca.gov. #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

2026 election reminder to register to vote at your new address after moving, with a couple unpacking boxes at home.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 12/09/2026

Got a question? Come to the source. 805-781-5228 | elections@co.slo.ca.us | SloVote.gov

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 12/09/2026

Here in California, we have several options for how we cast our vote. Whether you choose to vote early or on Election Day, using your mail ballot or a precinct ballot -- the choice is YOURS. Make sure you know your options. SloVote.gov/November2026 www.sos.ca.gov

Illustration of official ballots and an envelope with text encouraging voters to know safe and convenient voting options.

Illustration of official ballots and an envelope with text encouraging voters to learn about secure and convenient voting options.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 10/09/2026

We're 25 days from the beginning of early voting! We'll begin to mail ballots to voters no later than October 5th. Voters can return their completed ballot at a secure drop box location, in person at our office or a polling location, or by mailing it EARLY. Find out more at SloVote.gov/November2026

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 09/09/2026

Election preparation begins many months before Election Day. A small team has been working behind the scenes to administer the upcoming Nov 3 General Election and protect your vote. Have questions? We're also here to answer them. SloVote.gov/November2026 | 805-781-5228 | elections@co.slo.ca.us

Infographic explaining election preparation with 64 ballot types, 103 voting precincts, and 61 voting locations in San Luis Obispo County.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 08/09/2026

Help your community and elections officials this November! Poll workers play an important role in making voting possible, and those who step up earn a stipend for their time. Sign up to become a poll worker at SloVote.gov/precinctworker and help make democracy happen!

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 07/09/2026

Our office is closed in recognition of the Labor Day holiday, and we will reopen on Monday at 8am. Looking for something to do today? We recommend checking your voter registration to make sure it's up-to-date! MyVoterStatus.sos.ca.gov

Labor Day greeting with red, white, and blue balloons and stars featuring the American flag pattern.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 05/09/2026

Just a reminder. It only takes a minute at MyVoterStatus.sos.ca.gov.

Repeated 'REMINDER' text in red and blue surrounds the message 'check your VOTER REGISTRATION' in white on a dark blue background.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 04/09/2026

We are officially 60 days away from the 2026 General Election! Make sure you’re ready by registering to vote or updating your registration. You can check your status online at VoterStatus.sos.ca.gov. #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

Countdown to the 2026 General Election: 60 days left to register or check voter status in California.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 02/09/2026

California uses multiple security measures to help protect your vote. Ballot return envelopes include a unique barcode, and voter signatures are verified before mail ballots are processed. #CATrustedInfo2026 #VoteCalifornia

Hand placing a ballot envelope into a box with an American flag backdrop, emphasizing barcode and signature verification in the 2026 election.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 31/08/2026

Election Day is November 3, but you can get ready to vote NOW. The Statewide Voter Information Guide is online at voterguide.sos.ca.gov and there is information about local ballot measures at SloVote.gov/November2026.

Person writing notes beside a red voter guide and sunglasses, emphasizing researching ballot items before voting.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 28/08/2026

Did you know that voter data goes to the printer 60 days before the election? That's just one week away! Make sure that your voter registration is up-to-date *now* and you'll ensure that your ballot applies to your current address and is delivered directly to you. MyVoterStatus.sos.ca.gov

Illustration of a paper airplane and an envelope symbolizing voter mailing with a reminder to update voter information before printing.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 21/08/2026

Myth: Voting at the polls was the norm in SLO County until COVID-19 and California’s move to universal mail ballots. The numbers tell a different story.

Text debunking the myth that voting at polls was standard before Covid and California's universal mail ballot policy, with San Luis Obispo County logos.

Table showing San Luis Obispo County voting trends with high percentages of mail ballots from 2016 to 2026 elections.

California's absentee voting laws allow permanent mail-in ballots for all active voters since 2021's Assembly Bill 37.

Text explaining that 12 years ago, 60% voted by mail and 40% at polling places, emphasizing voter choice and election office support.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 20/08/2026

www.kcbx.org/government-a... How you vote is up to you. If you mail your ballot, mail it EARLY!

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 11/08/2026

Successful elections happen with the help of community members -- like YOU. Join your neighbors on November 3 and serve SLO County voters as a poll worker. Apply today at SloVote.gov/pollworkers.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 10/08/2026

A number of offices are now in the extended nomination period due to the incumbent not filing to run. For more information about specific district/trustee areas and terms in extension, please visit SloVote.gov

Announcement of extended nomination period for certain offices due to incumbent not filing, referencing Education and Election Codes.

List of community services and special districts in San Luis Obispo County including healthcare, water, and sanitary districts.

List of school districts in San Luis Obispo County including community college and unified school districts.

Deadline for nomination paperwork submission to elections staff is August 12, 2026, by 5:00 PM with contact info provided.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 31/07/2026

If you've moved recently -- or changed your name -- you need to update your voter registration. It only takes a minute and can be done at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov If you've never registered before and are doing it for the first time, head directly to RegisterToVote.ca.gov

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 29/07/2026

Election security isn't about pretending vulnerabilities don't exist; it's about finding them, fixing them, and strengthening the system before they can be exploited.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 27/07/2026

Those 99 days will go fast. Take a look at our checklist and knock off what you can do now! SloVote.gov/November2026

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 21/07/2026

Have you ever considered running for local office? The candidate filing period for the November 3, 2026, General Election runs through 8/7/26. If an incumbent does not file, there's a 5-day extension for that specific office. Details & candidate guidelines are available at SloVote.gov/November2026

Two women at a desk handling documents for candidate filing with a filing deadline of August 7 in San Luis Obispo office.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 16/07/2026

Looking to have a "micro wedding" in SLO County? We got you. 😎 www.slocounty.ca.gov/departments/...

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 06/07/2026

As we turn our full attention to prep for the November 3, 2026, General Election, we want to take a minute today to thank the more than 700 community members who stepped up to serve during the June primary. We could NOT have done it without you! THANK YOU.

Three smiling election workers sitting at a table in an office, showing appreciation for poll workers and election day staff.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 02/07/2026

In observance of the July 4th holiday and our country's 250th birthday, our office will be closed on Friday, July 3. We'll reopen on Monday, July 6 at 8am. Celebrate, and then make sure your voter registration is up to date or encourage a friend to register! RegisterToVote.ca.gov

Notice announcing closure on Friday, July 3rd, for Independence Day with patriotic fireworks and an American flag graphic.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 27/06/2026

Yesterday, the Clerk-Recorder certified results for the June 2 Statewide Direct Primary Election. We take our work very seriously, and we're proud to have delivered another secure, accurate, and successful election on behalf of SLO County voters. Thank you to everyone who played a part in that!

Gold seal with text certifying the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election results by the Clerk-Recorder, with confetti on a blue background.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 23/06/2026

A reminder for those contacted about the need to cure your mail ballot signature: The deadline to return the signature verification statement is tomorrow, Wednesday, 6/24 at 5pm. Make sure your vote counts and return that form!

Close-up of a mail ballot envelope showing a signature cure notice with a deadline of Wednesday, June 24 at 5pm for correcting mismatched signatures.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 20/06/2026

We've updated the unofficial results from the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary Election and they can be viewed at SloVote.gov/June2026.

Election results update dated June 19, 2026, with information on unprocessed ballots and voter signature cure deadline of 5pm June 24.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 18/06/2026

Historically, primary election turnout is lower than turnout for a general election, but SLO County voters definitely have reason to be proud this cycle. Of 58 California counties, SLO had the 8th highest turnout -- and only one of the top 10 counties had a comparable number of registered voters.

56% voter turnout in SLO County as of June 16, ranking 8th highest out of 58 counties with a 41% statewide average.

Voter turnout percentages and registered voter counts for ten counties as of June 16th, with Marin leading at 61% turnout and SLO at 56%.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 13/06/2026

The 1% Manual Tally is a legally required hand audit of at least 1% of the 3,667 ballots cast at the polls on 6/2/26 and at least 1% of mail ballots processed in the “semifinal official canvass." The tally process for this election will begin at 9am on Tuesday, June 16 at the Elections Center.

Three election workers conduct a manual tally at a table inside the Elections Center in downtown San Luis Obispo. Text says "The One Percent Manual Tally begins Tuesday, June 16 at 9am in the Elections Center in downtown SLO."

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 10/06/2026

Visual evidence of the importance of getting a date stamp at the USPS counter if you mail your ballot on Election Day. This photo shows one of the MANY we received that includes that timely hand-stamp as well as an official postmark applied in Goleta the next day. Ballots like this DO get counted!

Close-up of an official election mail return envelope with a red circle highlighting the postmark dated June 3, 2026, and a stamp from that says June 2, 2026.

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County of San Luis Obispo Clerk-Recorder & Elections @slovote.gov · 09/06/2026

The June 8 update to the unofficial primary election results is now online. The next update will be tomorrow, June 9, by 6pm. The results link and the updated Unprocessed Ballots Report are available at SloVote.gov/June2026.

An updated primary election results and unprocessed ballots report are posted on slovote.gov as of June 8, 2026. To date, 58,067 ballots have been counted.

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