While we are still not totally used to the relatively new all-mail ballot system for many elections, the process is here and it’s not going away…

So, with that, don’t forget Tuesday, Aug. 26, is Election Day. Of sorts. There will only be one “polling place” open in Fountain Hills that day, and that spot is Town Hall. Hopefully by now most registered voters have already returned their ballots through the mail. That is the most efficient method and ensures there won’t be unnecessary delays in counting and verifying ballots on Election Day.

Election officials are saying ballots should be in the mail this Friday, Aug. 22, to be counted in time by Tuesday. For those who don’t prefer the mailing options, ballots can be dropped off into a sealed box at Town Hall.

On Election Day, Town Hall will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. (regular election hours) to accommodate last-minute voters and those who have questions or issues with their ballots.

This also marks the first time a Town Council election is being held at the same time as other legislative and state elections. This is considered a primary election, but it is still important that citizens vote. Several races will be decided in this election alone – in Legislative District 23, for example, four Republicans are running for two seats. There are no Democratic challengers.

The Town Council race, too, could be determined in this election with only four people running for three seats.

Time to vote!