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Santa Fe County Commissioners Unanimously Certify 2026 General Election Results
On the morning of November 13, 2026, the Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners unanimously certified the county’s 2026 General Election results, following an extensive canvass process conducted over the past week by the Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office Canvass Board.
Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office Recognizes County Clerks’ Work Following Passage of Constitutional Amendment 2
The Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office congratulates New Mexico’s county clerks and election workers on a successfully administered General Election and recognizes the passage of Constitutional Amendment 2, approved by approximately 65 percent of voters.
Santa Fe County Celebrates Successful General Election as Voter Participation Surpasses 2022
More than 71,100 Santa Fe County residents cast ballots, surpassing the approximately 69,800 ballots cast in the 2022 General Election. The increase in voter participation followed extensive voter outreach effort by the Clerk's Office that emphasized the convenience of early voting, expanded bilingual voter assistance, and proactive communication with absentee voters.
Ready, Set, Vote! Santa Fe County Opens 34 Election Day Polling Sites
The Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office will open 34 polling sites across the county from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 3, 2026, so eligible voters can cast their ballots in the General Election and help choose the leaders and policies that shape their communities.
Strong Turnout at New Greer Garson Theater Polling Site Highlights Enthusiasm for Early Voting in Santa Fe County Details Here
Just after noon on Thursday, nearly 40,000 ballots had been cast countywide in Santa Fe County. Compared with 2022, Santa Fe County is already more than halfway toward surpassing its final voter turnout percentage in the General Election. Strong participation includes outstanding turnout at the new Greer Garson Theater early voting location at the Mid-town Campus complex.
Santa Fe County Commission and Clerk continue to fight for Santa Fe County voters
The Santa Fe County Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously on August 25 to approve a letter opposing the federal SAVE America Act, reaffirming the County’s commitment to secure, accessible elections and the voting rights of New Mexicans. The action followed a presentation by Santa Fe County Clerk Katharine E. Clark and Lisa Cacari Stone, who brought the letter before the Commission. The letter urges New Mexico’s federal delegation to maintain their strong opposition to the SAVE act.
Santa Fe County Clerk Announces 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Contest
The Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office is inviting Santa Fe County Schools students in kindergarten through 12th grade to submit artwork for its 2026 “I Voted” Sticker Contest. The top three winning designs will be printed as official stickers and distributed to voters who cast ballots during the October/November 2026 General Election season. Students may submit a circular sticker design featuring one of three messages: “I Voted,” “Future Voter,” or “First-Time Voter.”
Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office Recognized Nationally with U.S. Election Assistance Commission Clearinghouse Awards
The Santa Fe County Clerk's Office has been recognized by the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) in the 2025 Clearinghouse Awards - also known nationally as the "Clearies" - for outstanding innovation and leadership in election administration.
Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office Announces Winning Name of Ballot Sorting Machine
The Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office is pleased to announce that “Poll McCartney” has been selected as the official name of the County’s high-speed ballot sorting machine, following the conclusion of a months-long, community-driven naming contest.
Santa Fe County Clerk’s Office Expands Outreach to Veterans Through Advisory Board Initiative
Santa Fe is looking for Service Veterans to volunteer on its Advisory Board to expand election information to Veteran Voters