Malott, Washington Public Records

For people looking for genealogical research or family history information, the Okanogan County Genealogical Society may also be a valuable resource, offering assistance and access to a wide range of historical records.

Washington State conducts elections almost entirely by mail, and the office administers all federal, state, and local elections for residents throughout Okanogan County, handling voter registration, ballot distribution, ballot processing, and election results certification. Residents can register to vote online through the Washington Secretary of State's VoteWA portal at https://voter.votewa.gov/. Online registration requires a Washington State driver's license or ID card. Registration is also available by mail or in person at the County Elections Office. Washington offers same-day voter registration, allowing eligible residents to register and vote up through Election Day. Requirements include U.S. Citizenship, Washington State residency, and being at least 18 years old by Election Day. The state does not require party affiliation registration; voters may participate in any party's primary election. Registered voters automatically receive ballots by mail for every election, typically 18-20 days before Election Day. Ballots must be postmarked by Election Day or deposited in official ballot drop boxes by 8:00 PM on Election Day. Okanogan County maintains several ballot drop box locations, including sites in Okanogan, Omak, and other communities; voters can find the nearest drop box at the County Elections website. Because Malott is an unincorporated community, it does not hold municipal elections for mayor or city council. Residents vote in Okanogan County elections for County Commissioner, Sheriff, Auditor, Assessor, Treasurer, Prosecuting Attorney, and other county offices. County Commissioner elections are held on a rotating basis with three commissioner districts, each serving four-year staggered terms. Local voters also participate in elections for Washington State Legislature (49th Legislative District, which includes most of Okanogan County), Washington State Governor (every four years), U.S. House of Representatives (4th Congressional District), and U.S. Senate seats. School board elections for the Okanogan School District, which serves the area, are also on the ballot during general elections. In the November 2024 presidential election, Okanogan County reported voter turnout of approximately 72-75% of registered voters, consistent with rural Washington counties. The county historically leans Republican in presidential and statewide races, though local races can be more competitive. For the November 3, 2026 general election, voters will decide several important races. At the federal level, Washington will not have a U.S. Senate seat up for election in 2026 (Senator Patty Murray's seat is next up in 2028, Senator Maria Cantwell's in 2030). However, voters will elect a U.S. Representative for the 4th Congressional District. At the state level, all 98 seats in the Washington State House of Representatives will be on the ballot, with half of the 49 State Senate seats also up for election (Washington State Senators serve four-year terms on a staggered basis). The 49th Legislative District will have elections for one State Senator (depending on the district's cycle) and two State House positions. County-level races in 2026 may include Okanogan County Commissioner (one seat, depending on the rotation), County Auditor, County Treasurer, or other county offices depending on term expirations. Fire district commissioners and other special district positions may also appear on the ballot. Washington State makes extensive election records publicly available. Voter registration lists can be requested from county elections offices under Washington's Public Records Act, though certain personal information (such as birthdates and full driver's license numbers) is redacted. Campaign finance reports are filed with and searchable through the Washington State Public Disclosure Commission (PDC) at https://www.pdc.wa.gov/. The PDC database includes contribution and expenditure reports for candidates, political committees, and ballot measure campaigns. Candidate filings, including declarations of candidacy and financial affairs statements, are filed with the County Elections Office for local offices and with the Secretary of State for state and federal offices. Precinct-level election results for Okanogan County are published on the County Auditor's website after each election and are also compiled by the Washington Secretary of State at https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/. Voters can track their ballot status online through the VoteWA portal, which shows when a ballot was mailed, when it was returned, and when the signature was verified and accepted. For questions about voting, ballot status, voter registration, or polling place information (for the few accessible voting centers open on Election Day), residents should contact the Okanogan County Elections Office at (509) 422-7240.