Polling Instructions

What to Expect at the Polls

• When going to the polls to vote, do not wear any campaign material that is exposed.  You will be asked to remove it.
• Do not discuss any political subjects inside the polling place.
• When entering the polls, the Election Officials at the table may ask your name, address, and possibly your birth date.  In the Primaries you may also be asked your party affiliation.
• After determining you are eligible to vote, you will be asked to sign your name in the poll book.  When doing this, check your address listed.  If it is incorrect tell the Official, who will give you a Change of Address Form.
• After signing your name, you will be given a Ballot.
• Before entering the voting booth, if you are unsure of the instructions, ask one of the Election Officials for clarification.
• To begin voting, mark your ballot with the pencil/pen provided.
• If you make a mistake, notify the Election Official and you will be given another ballot.
• When you have completed voting, take your ballot to the ballot box.  Remove the numbered stub from your ballot and deposit it in the ballot box.  PLEASE NOTE: Once you have placed your ballot in the ballot box, your vote has been cast and you cannot be issued another ballot.

EVERY VOTE DOES COUNT!!!!