Citizens Corner: North End Voter Checklist

Citizens Corner

North End Voter Checklist

2018 is a mid-term election year. There are candidates running for offices at the Federal, State, and Local levels. Featured below is a checklist to help you navigate the upcoming election season.

Register to Vote

• You must register to vote by October 9, 2018 to qualify for the General Election
• If you have moved you must update your address by filling out a new Voter Registration Form.
• Haven’t voted in a while? – Make sure you are still registered in Richland County by clicking here

Early In-Person and Absentee Voting

If you are unable to vote at a polling location on the day of the General Election, November 6, 2018, you are eligible to Absentee Vote by Mail or vote Early In-Person at the Richland County Board of Elections.

• How to Vote with an Absentee Ballot
  • You fill out the Absentee Ballot Application and mail it to the Richland County Board of Elections – Click Here for the Application
  • Wait to receive your ballot in the mail.
  • Fill out ballot and return via mail or in person to the Richland County Board of Elections.
  • Ballots must be received by 7:30 p.m. on November 6 in order to be counted.
• How to Vote Early In-Person
  • Starting October 10, you can go to the Richland County Board of Elections and request and vote an absentee ballot in person.

Preparing for Election Day Voting

• On Election Day, Polling Locations are open from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
  • To find your polling location Click Here
• Identification Requirements
  • When you arrive at your polling location you are expected to announce your full name and current address and offer proof of identity
  • Proof of Identity includes, an unexpired Ohio Driver’s license, a current utility bill, bank statement, government check and more. Click Here for a full list of forms of identification.
• Casting Your Ballot
  • If you are interested in learning more about the voting system utilized by the Richland County Board of Elections click here.
  • If you are interested in viewing a sample ballot click here.