King County Elections mailed ballots on Wednesday for the Nov. 3 general election.
Voters’ pamphlets are mailed separately and may arrive close to, but on a different day than ballots. Voters may also check MyVoterGuide online for a customized voters’ pamphlet.
“There are a number of candidate races and measures on everyone’s ballot this election and Seattle voters will elect their council members by district for the first time,” said Sherril Huff, Director of King County Elections. “Voting is one of the most important actions we do as citizens, so be sure to make it count by getting your ballot returned on time.”
The ballot includes Kent City Council races as well as an advisory vote to the council about whether Kent should adopt a fireworks ban.
King County Elections has forecast a turnout of 48 percent for this election.
Voters should read and follow directions on their ballots, sign the return envelope, and get ballots back before the Nov. 3 election day deadline. Mailed ballots need a first-class stamp; postage is now 49 cents. Voters also have 24 locations to return ballots without a stamp by 8 p.m. on Nov. 3, including permanent drop box locations, scheduled ballot drop-off vans and Accessible Voting Centers.
Citizens not yet registered to vote in Washington state have until Oct. 26 at 4:30 p.m. to register in person at King County Elections offices to vote in the general election:
Voters who don’t receive a ballot by Oct. 19 or who have questions should call King County Elections at 206-296-VOTE (8683).
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