Madison City Clerk Maribeth Witzel-Behl is placed on leave.
The City says the decision is related to almost 200 ballots that weren’t counted during the 2024 presidential general election. The Elections Commission says the ballots were found sealed in a bag after the election was already called. City Attorney Michael Haas will serve as interim clerk. He’s been with the city clerk’s office for twelve years. Witzel-Behl’s position will be reconsidered once an investigation into the mishandled ballots is complete.
