Washington County’s Vote Centers are ready for the absentee voting period ahead of the Aug. 26 Special Primary Election for Senate District 47.
Ballots will be available at two county Vote Centers beginning Aug. 18 for eligible voters who reside within Woodbury, Minnesota. Residents can check their registration and view a sample ballot at www.mnvotes.gov. Information on registering to vote and voter rights can be found at WashingtonCountyMN.gov/Elections.
Voting early in person
Early in-person voting will be available Aug. 18-25 at the following two Vote Centers:
• Washington County Government Center, 14949 62nd St. N., Stillwater.
• Woodbury City Hall, 8301 Valley Creek Rd., Woodbury.
Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Additional hours to vote early in-person will be:
• 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23
• 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, Aug. 25
Voting early by mail
Absentee voters who receive their ballot by mail are encouraged to consider the short timeframe for return delivery. Ballots must be received by Aug. 26 to be counted, and as the election date nears, mailing may not provide enough time for delivery. Voters may choose to return their ballot in person to help ensure it arrives on time.
For absentee ballots to count, remember this important information:
• Read the instructions that come with your ballot carefully.
• You will need a witness when you vote and complete your ballot. The witness can be either a U.S. citizen at least 18 years of age on Election Day or a notary.
• Absentee ballots may be dropped off with an election official during operating hours, including on Election Day until 5 p.m., at either of the Washington County Vote Centers.
• Your ballot will not count if it is received after Election Day.
Registered eligible voters can vote early by mail for future elections by requesting an absentee ballot at WashingtonCountyMN.gov/Elections.
Voting in person on Election Day
Polling locations will be open in Washington County Aug. 26 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters may find their polling location and other election information at www.mnvotes.gov.
The Washington County Election Division may be reached at 651-430-6175 Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.