The meeting’s primary focus was the adoption of the resolution certifying the election results, but attention was given to the election day experiences. Several tabulators experienced jams, causing delays and confusion at polling places. In Ward 1 and Ward 2, these issues led to mismatched ballot counts that required a manual recount. The Council discussed the need for additional tabulators to prevent future delays and suggested using barriers to manage lines more effectively. Despite these issues, voters remained patient, and the election judges worked diligently to resolve the problems, with some staying until the early morning hours to ensure all votes were accurately counted.

A complaint regarding the lines at polling stations was addressed. The lines were reportedly due to both the need to wait to insert ballots into tabulators and the altered layout of polling places. Suggestions for improvement included better signage and possible use of tensa barriers to guide voters more clearly.

Additionally, the meeting acknowledged the role of absentee ballots in the election, noting that nearly 30,000 absentee votes were cast countywide. The council expressed gratitude to the election judges, emphasizing the demanding nature of their work, especially for those who volunteered for the audit process.