Levy Election Update: Results Are Not Yet Final
Last updated: November 5, 2026
Preliminary election results show the Jefferson Local School District’s 2.55-mill permanent improvement levy ahead by seven votes. These results are unofficial. The final outcome will not be known until the Board of Elections completes its review of remaining ballots and determines whether a recount is required.
We know there are questions in the community, so we want to share what we know and what happens next.
What is still being reviewed
According to the Madison County Board of Elections, the following ballots have not yet been included in the results:
39 provisional ballots
1 military or overseas ballot, which will be counted if it is eligible and arrives by the legal deadline
1 corrected absentee ballot
What happens next
November 4 through 16: Board of Elections staff review provisional ballots and complete their audits.
Saturday, November 7, 5 p.m.: Under Ohio law, this is the deadline for eligible military and overseas ballots to reach the Board of Elections.
Tuesday, November 17: The Board of Elections meets to accept or reject provisional ballots. Official results are expected on the Board of Elections website that afternoon.
By November 24: If the final margin requires a recount, the district will be notified.
Between November 25 and December 2: If needed, the recount would take place during this window. These dates may shift slightly due to the Thanksgiving holiday.
What is a provisional ballot?
A provisional ballot is cast when a voter’s eligibility needs to be confirmed, for example, if their name or address doesn’t match the voter rolls. The Board of Elections verifies each one before deciding whether it is counted. This is a normal part of every election.
Where to find official information
The Madison County Board of Elections is the official source for election results. You can find their updates on their website. Once the results are certified, we will share what the outcome means for our district and our next steps.
Thank you for your patience and your continued engagement with Jefferson Local Schools.