With a total estimated number of 10,395 unprocessed ballots left to be counted, according to the Kern County Elections Division. Kimberly R. Salas is now the leading candidate for the District 5 seat for the Kern County Board of Supervisors by 43 votes.
As of November 13, Salas has 14,146 votes (50.08%) and Supervisor Leticia Perez has 14,103 votes (49.92%).