Election results are not official until they have been reviewed and certified by the canvassing board.
The canvassing board must meet:
- On the third day after a state primary or election held on another date, or
- Between three and ten days after a November state general election
The canvassing board consists of:
- The county auditor
- The court administrator of the district court
- The mayor of the most populous municipality
- Two members of the county board selected by the board from members who are not candidates at the election
Any member of the canvassing board may appoint a designee of their choice to appear at any board meeting.
The canvassing board duties are limited to:
- Review vote totals
- Certify results
- Declare nominees or winners