Observing OC's Ballot Processing

Are you curious how Orange County processes and counts election ballots? Did you know that OC is the 5th largest voting jurisdiction in the United States with over 1.9 million registered voters? This event is a non-partisan gathering of those interested in observing the ballot counting process at the Registrar of Voters (ROV) in Santa Ana.

* While the Meet-Up time frame is listed from 10a-12p, there are many variables as outlined in the information link below.
* Please try to wear something PURPLE so we can connect with each other.
* Be flexible for possible waiting, long lines, cell phone restrictions, identification process, etc.
* Attend the optional election process discussion event on Zoom TBD the week of June 8.

Please review the Observation Information pages in advance - https://ocvote.gov/media/election-observation

Observation Brochure (excellent resource!) - https://ocvote.gov/sites/default/files/2026-03/ROV%20Observation%20Brochure_v260317.pdf

Life of a Mail-In Ballot - https://ocvote.gov/voting/life-of-a-vote-by-mail-ballot

Security Infographic - https://ocvote.gov/sites/default/files/2026-03/Vote%20Secure_Infographic_2026_new.pdf

Advertised ROV Schedule
8am-7pm - Official Canvass, Counting of Mail Ballots, Processing of Mail Ballots
11am-12pm - 1% Manual Tally Audit

Note: We cannot guarantee what processes will be available for observation. This event is not endorsed or affiliated with the Registrar of Voters or the County of Orange.

OC Mingle Project events are cross-posted therefore RSVP's may not be accurate.