Nevada County Prepares for June 2026 Statewide Primary Election, Emphasizes Election Integrity

Nevada County election officials are preparing for the June 2, 2026, Statewide Direct Primary election, with a focus on transparency and voter trust. The candidate filing period opened February 9, 2026, and runs through March 6, with a potential extension to March 11 for certain offices .

Key Dates and Voter Information

• Election Date: June 2, 2026
• Ballot Mailing: May 4, 2026
• Vote-by-Mail Ballot Deadline (USPS): May 29, 2026
• Vote Center Opening: Days before Election Day

Local Offices on the Ballot

Several local offices are up for election in Nevada County, including:

• County Assessor (incumbent Rolf Kleinhans)
• County Auditor-Controller (incumbent Gina Will)
• County Board of Supervisors District 3 (incumbent Lisa Swarthout)
• County Board of Supervisors District 4 (incumbent Sue Hoek)
• County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters (incumbent Armando Salud-Ambriz)
• County Treasurer-Tax Collector (incumbent Michelle Bodley)
• Nevada City Council Member (incumbent Adam Kline)
• Nevada City Council Member (incumbent Lou Ceci)

Strengthening Election Integrity and Transparency

Nevada County is implementing several improvements to enhance transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in election administration. These include:

• Voter Residency Confirmation Postcards: Proactive verification of voter registration records.
• Ballot Processing Center: Continued use of the Loma Rica Warehouse with 24/7 video monitoring.
• New Election Night Reporting System: Streamlined access to updated results for the public and media.
• Voting Equipment Tracking: A modern inventory and tracking system for all voting equipment.
• Vote-by-Mail Ballot Tracking: Documentation of ballot retrieval and processing to strengthen chain-of-custody.

Commitment to Nonpartisanship and Voter Confidence

County officials emphasize their commitment to nonpartisanship, ensuring every eligible voter can cast a ballot that is counted accurately and securely. Nevada County has historically maintained high voter participation rates, often ranking among the top counties in California .

Resources for Voters

Voters with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact the Nevada County Elections Office at 530-265-1298 or visit their office at 950 Maidu Ave., Nevada City. Additional information is available at www.NevadaCountyCa.gov/Elections.

California Gubernatorial Election

The 2026 California gubernatorial election will take place on November 3, 2026 . Incumbent Governor Gavin Newsom is a Democrat .