The November 4, 2014 General Election

The November 4th General Election will include candidates for U.S. Congress, Governor, and statewide offices, the Ohio House and Senate, County Executive, County Council (in odd numbered districts), judicial seats, and issues.

To avoid lines on Election Day, and to allow extra time to study the ballot, all registered voters may Vote by Mail. Vote by Mail ballot applications are available at the Board of Elections website: www.443VOTE.com, by calling the Board of Elections at 216-443-VOTE (8683), and at all public libraries.

The voter registration deadline is October 6th. New voters and those who have moved or changed their name since they last voted need to complete and return a new Voter Registration Card on, or before, October 6th. Voter registration cards are available online at: www.443vote.com or by calling 216-443-VOTE (8683). Registration cards are also available at all public libraries. Voters have the option of updating their registration information online at: www.443vote.com.

It is important for all voters to be prepared to cast their ballots. Sample ballots are available on the Board of Elections website: www.443vote.com.

Election Day voting: The Polls Open at 6:30 a.m. and Close at 7:30 p.m.

Bring proper identification when voting: a current and valid photo identification card, driver's license or state issued identification, military identification, a copy of a current utility bill, bank statement, government check, paycheck, or other government document that shows the voter’s name and current address.

Voters need to know their ward, precinct, and voting location. Voters may check at: www.443VOTE.com. or call the Voter Information Hotline at 216-443-VOTE (8683).

Voters who are interested in serving as poll workers may call 216-443-VOTE (8683) or apply on-line at: www.443vote.com.