2,744 to 2,744: On primary night, Snohomish school board race is tied

SNOHOMISH — An incumbent and challenger for a seat on the Snohomish school board were deadlocked with the same number of votes in the initial tally Tuesday.

Early returns from Tuesday’s primary showed mental health counselor Sarah Adams, the incumbent, and retired teacher Monica Weber tied at 32.6%, with exactly 2,744 votes each. Teacher Sherri Larkin, in the lead with 34.4% of the vote, would advance to the general election if the results hold.

“In smaller jurisdictions, especially with local primaries, close races are not uncommon,” said Matthew Pangburn, the county elections manager.

Elections officials are still counting, he said. After the first tally last night, they began processing 11,000 more ballots. Results won’t be official until Aug. 15.

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