Saline County Clerk & Election Authority
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Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday
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Address: Saline County Clerk's Office
9 E. North Street
Marshall, Missouri 65340
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Phone: 660.886.3331
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Fax: 660.886.2603

Meet Your County Clerk & Election Authority

Brittni Allison Burton has served Saline County since September 2017 and brings extensive county government experience to her role as County Clerk and Election Authority. She began her career as a Field Appraiser in the Saline County Assessor’s Office, was appointed Deputy Assessor in July 2021, and was elected Saline County Clerk in 2022, taking office on January 1, 2023.
As County Clerk and Election Authority, Brittni has focused on strengthening election integrity, improving voter confidence, and modernizing office operations while maintaining strict compliance with Missouri election law. Under her leadership, the Clerk’s Office has successfully administered countywide elections that are accessible, efficient, transparent, and secure.
Notable accomplishments during her tenure include:
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Pursuing advanced professional education through Missouri’s Show-Me Certified Election Official program and attending every available election training opportunity.
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Teaching two election-related classes to election officials across Missouri, contributing to statewide election education and best practices.
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Launching the Saline County “I Voted” Sticker Contest, making Saline County the first county in Missouri to engage students below high-school age in civic participation.
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Hosting mock elections for local high schools to educate future voters on the voting process and the importance of civic engagement.
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Implementing the practice of mailing sample ballots to every registered voter prior to each election, helping voters prepare, while also supporting accurate voter roll maintenance.
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Working closely with political subdivisions to ensure accurate election administration and proper tax levy certification.
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Reducing staff positions while maintaining operational efficiency, resulting in cost savings for Saline County.
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Introducing split election-judge shifts, an approach used by only a limited number of Missouri counties, to reduce burnout and improve accuracy and efficiency on Election Day.
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Taking additional security and verification measures to ensure Saline County elections remain fair, secure, and well-managed
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In her role as Clerk of the County Commission, Brittni’s office maintains official county records including meeting minutes, commission orders, contracts, ordinances, bids, and proceedings of the County Commission, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and public accessibility in accordance with Missouri law.
Additional responsibilities of the County Clerk’s Office include extending real and personal property tax bills for railroad and utility companies, providing assessed valuation information to political subdivisions for tax levy certification, issuing county liquor and auctioneer licenses, processing Notary Public commissions, and assisting citizens with Fuel Tax Refund applications and claims.
A lifelong Saline County resident, Brittni graduated from Marshall High School in 2009 and is deeply invested in the community she serves. She and her husband are raising their two children, Jaxon and Tripp, in Saline County. Brittni is proud to serve as Saline County Clerk and Election Authority and remains committed to providing professional, fair, and nonpartisan service to all citizens.
Our Team:
The Saline County Clerk's Office is supported by a dedicated team of professionals who serve the public with accuracy, courtesy, and integrity. Our staff plays a vital role in election administration, recordkeeping, licensing, and daily office operations.
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Each member of our team is committed to providing reliable, nonpartisan service and ensuring that citizens receive accurate information and timely assistance. Together, we work to uphold the transparency and efficiency that Saline County residents expect and deserve.

Teresa Reeves
Deputy Clerk

Kandy Hayworth
Elections Clerk
