How to vote in Arizona's Nov. 4 local elections
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Off-year elections tend to garner a lot less attention, but there are still important, hyper-local issues worth your time this Nov. 4.
Why it matters: In these lower-turnout races, each vote carries significant weight.
Zoom in: Here's everything you need to know to make sure your ballot counts:
🗳️ How to vote
Maricopa County is administering all local elections by mail this year, meaning every eligible voter should have received a ballot, even if they aren't on the Active Early Voting List.
How it works: Voters can mail back their ballot or drop it in one of the secure drop boxes throughout the Valley.
Yes, but: If you lost or damaged your ballot, several in-person ballot replacement centers will be open Oct. 26- Nov. 4.
- See a map of all drop boxes and replacement centers here.
📅 Key dates
Nov. 4 may be the big day, but there are some important dates to keep in mind in the lead-up:
- Oct. 24: Last day to request a replacement ballot by mail. Call (602) 506-1511 or email [email protected] to make the request.
- Oct. 28: Last day to mail back your ballot to ensure it arrives in time to be counted.
🧠 Think ahead
The deadline to register to vote for this election has passed, but if you're eligible and unregistered, now's a great time to get ready for next year's elections, when every statewide position will be up for grabs.
- Registering online through the Motor Vehicle Division website is the simplest method, but you can also fill out a form by hand and return it to the Maricopa County Recorder's Office via mail or in person.