For Immediate Release:
 October 24, 2008

Media Contact:
Marie Bertot
mbertot@miamidade.gov
 305-375-2274

Owen Torres
owent@miamidade.gov
 305-375-1545



Early voter numbers continue to rise


(Miami-Dade County, FL) -- Early voters continued turning out in greater numbers at the polls despite the South Florida weather. During the first four days of early voting, voter turnout grew: 12,024 on October 20; 13,364 on October 21; 16,900 on October 22; and, 17,897 on October 23. Miami-Dade Elections has welcomed a total of 60,185 early voters so far.

The Elections Department is doing everything possible to accommodate all voters. It took additional measures for shorter, more comfortable wait times. Early voters are reminded to call 3-1-1 or go to www.miamidade.gov/elections for wait times, which are posted hourly throughout the day.

After today, early voting hours will change. Please note the following schedule:

Saturday, October 25, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sunday, October 26, 1 p.m. – 5. p.m.
Monday, October 27 - Friday, October 31, 2008, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 1, 2008, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Sunday, November 2, 2008, 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Voters are encouraged to review the sample ballot and make their decisions before heading to the polls. Sample ballots are available on the Elections web site www.miamidade.gov/elections.  Also, voters should bring identification that contains both a photo and a signature.

Everyone in line by the time polls close is guaranteed the opportunity to vote. For additional information such as wait times or early voting locations and times, please visit Miami-Dade Election Ready website at www.miamidade.gov/elections or call 3-1-1.
 

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ELECTIONS
2700 NW 87th Ave.
Miami, Florida 33172
305-499-VOTE (8683)