County

Clerk of the Circuit Court, Boone County

Vote for: 1
Term: 4 years
Candidates: 2
Election: Nov 3, 2026

What this office does: The clerk keeps the county's court records and collects court fees, and runs elections as secretary of the county election board.

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Monica Leigh White

Democratic

Human resources business strategist

The gist

Supports paper ballots as a verification and audit tool
Opposes limiting voting to a single day
Proposes expanding online access to clerk's office services

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Supports paper ballots as a verification and audit tool
Contested candidates debate their approach to the county's rapid growth
News coverage · The Lebanon Reporter · Sep 11, 2026 · reporter.net
“White said she does not believe the clerk should decide between paper ballots and voting machines.”
Democrat seeks Boone County Clerk's office
Candidate questionnaire · The Lebanon Reporter · Apr 10, 2026 · reporter.net
“I believe paper ballots can serve as an important tool for verification and audit purposes.”
Opposes limiting voting to a single day
Democrat seeks Boone County Clerk's office
Candidate questionnaire · The Lebanon Reporter · Apr 10, 2026 · reporter.net
“Limiting voting to a single day may create barriers for individuals who cannot participate due to work, health, or other obligations.”
Proposes expanding online access to clerk's office services
Democrat seeks Boone County Clerk's office
Candidate questionnaire · The Lebanon Reporter · Apr 10, 2026 · reporter.net
“This includes strengthening online access to services, improving communication so residents know exactly what to expect”

Lisa L Bruder

RepublicanIncumbent

The gist

Opposes returning to paper ballots
Opposes limiting voting to a single day

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Opposes returning to paper ballots
Contested candidates debate their approach to the county's rapid growth
News coverage · The Lebanon Reporter · Sep 11, 2026 · reporter.net
“Bruder said she prefers voting machines, arguing they are more accurate and noting that the machines are not connected to the internet.”
Incumbent Lisa Bruder, two others vie for Boone County Clerk nomination
Candidate questionnaire · The Lebanon Reporter · Apr 7, 2026 · reporter.net
“Absolutely not, our voting system has proven the accuracy our voters demand.”
Opposes limiting voting to a single day
Incumbent Lisa Bruder, two others vie for Boone County Clerk nomination
Candidate questionnaire · The Lebanon Reporter · Apr 7, 2026 · reporter.net
“But one day does not allow everyone the opportunity to vote.”

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