9 days of early voting starts Saturday at BOE office in Albion
Press Release, Orleans County Board of Elections
ALBION – Orleans County Board of Elections Commissioners Michael Mele and Janice Grabowski today reminded residents that early voting for the Nov. 5 elections will begin Saturday, Oct. 26 and run through Sunday, Nov. 3.
Early voting takes place at the Orleans County Board of Elections Office, 14016 State Route 31 in Albion.
The early voting schedule is:
- Saturday, October 26 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, October 27 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Monday, October 28 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Tuesday, October 29 – 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 30 – 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Thursday, October 31 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Friday, November 1 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday, November 2 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday, November 3 – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
“All indications are that turnout for this year’s elections will be very high, so early voting is just another way for people to cast their ballots,” said the commissioners. “We do want to remind people that whether you choose to vote early or on Election Day, you must be in line before poll closing time to cast your ballot.”
The commissioners said the BOE staff has been preparing for this election season for some time, with all sorts of plans in place, including ballot security, polling location security and emergency backup.
“We have been working with our Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Services team to prepare for any contingencies. We want to be sure everyone has the opportunity to exercise their right to vote and that our elections run smoothly.”
Those with questions about voter registration, early voting, absentee ballots or any other questions can call the Board of Elections at (585) 589-3274 or visit the BOE website (click here).