Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct the process for filing as a write-in candidate.

A Republican candidate will no longer be eligible for election after he filed an affidavit, earlier this year, to be allowed as a write-in candidate for the Summit Board of County Commissioners District 2 seat.

Kevin Adamson, a longtime resident of Summit County, withdrew his candidacy ahead of Primary Election Day on Tuesday, June 25, citing personal matters that are taking up considerable time from him. Adamson was set to face off against Bob Cottrell, a longtime resident and real estate attorney, before he officially notified the county about his decision to leave the race.

Votes cast for Adamson will not be counted, according to state law. Votes cast in other races on an individual ballot will still be counted.

With Primary Election Day set for Tuesday, policing centers will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for in-person voting, mail-ballot drop off and updates to voter registration. In person voting is also accepted at South Branch Library, 103 S. Harris St. in Breckenridge; Community & Senior Center, 83 Nancy’s Place, Frisco; and Silverthorne Pavilion, 400 Blue River Parkway. Mail ballot drop off locations include the Summit County Old Courthouse, 208 E. Lincoln Ave. in Breckenridge; Dillon Town Hall, 275 Lake Dillon Drive; Summit County Commons, 0037 Peak One Drive, Frisco; Frisco Town Hall, 1 Main St.; and Silverthorne Town Hall, 601 Center Circle.

“”The primary election remains a critical opportunity for residents to make their voices heard. We encourage everyone to vote and ensure their preferences are represented,”
Summit County Clerk & Recorder Taryn Power said in a statement.

For more information, visit SummitDaily.com/election or SummitCountyCo.gov/services/clerk_recorder/elections/