For Immediate Release:
October 23, 2009

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

Christina White
bacogc@miamidade.gov
305-499-8403



Elections Department reminds voters - three convenient ways to vote

Early Voting Begins Monday


(Miami-Dade County, FL) -- 
Approximately one-third of the County’s registered voters are eligible to vote during the upcoming November 3 Municipal Elections in the cities of Hialeah, Homestead, Miami and Miami Beach.  Voters may vote early, via absentee ballot, or at their assigned precincts on Election Day.

"We are looking forward to accommodating all voters and encourage everyone to participate in their municipal election. It’s never been more convenient," said Supervisor of Elections Lester Sola. "Early Voting begins on Monday for most cities, but you can vote absentee or wait until Election Day."

EARLY VOTING
For the cities of Hialeah, Miami and Miami Beach, Early Voting will take place from Monday, October 26 through Sunday, November 1, 2009.  In Homestead, Early Voting is scheduled from Thursday, October 29 through Saturday, October 31, 2009.  Early Voting locations and hours of operation are available by calling 3-1-1 or going online at www.miamidade.gov/elections.  (Also listed at the end of this release).

VOTE ABSENTEE
The last day to request an Absentee Ballot is Wednesday, October 28, 2009 by 5 p.m. Voted absentee ballots must be received by the Elections Department no later than 7 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3.

Any registered voter eligible to vote in one of these municipal elections may request an absentee ballot by submitting a request in writing. For more information please call 3-1-1 or visit the Elections’ website and click on "Absentee Voting."

VOTE ON ELECTION DAY
On Election Day, November 3 voters must vote at their assigned polling place listed on their voter information card.  Voters who are unsure of where to vote should call 3-1-1 or go to the Elections’ website and click on "Find Your Precinct."

Hialeah Primary Election (November 3, 2009)

Early Voting Schedule
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
Fri.
Sat.
Sun.
10/26
11am-
7pm

10/27
11am-
7pm

10/28
11am-
7pm

10/29
8am-
4pm

10/30
8am-
4pm

10/31
11am-
3pm

11/01
11am-
3pm

Early Voting Locations
John F. Kennedy Library
190 West 49th Street


Homestead General Election (November 3, 2009)

Early Voting Schedule
Thurs.
Fri.
Sat.
 
10/29
11am-
7pm

10/30
11am-
7pm

10/31
8am-
4pm

Early Voting Locations
Homestead City Hall
790 North Homestead Blvd.
Commissioners Chambers


Miami General Municipal Election (November 3, 2009)

Early Voting Schedule
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
Fri.
Sat.
Sun.
10/26
7am-
7pm

10/27
7am-
7pm

10/28
7am-
7pm

10/29
7am-
7pm

10/30
7am-
7pm

10/31
9am-
1pm

11/01
9am-
1pm

Early Voting Locations
Allapattah Branch Library
1799 NW 35th Street
Lemon City Library
430 NE 61st Street
(Reading Room)
Miami City Hall
3500 Pan American Drive
Stephen P. Clark Center
111 NW 1st Street
West Flagler Branch Library
5050 West Flagler Street


Miami Beach General and Special Elections (November 3, 2009)

Early Voting Schedule
Mon.
Tues.
Wed.
Thurs.
Fri.
Sat.
Sun.
10/26
12pm-
7pm

10/27
12pm-
7pm

10/28
12pm-
7pm

10/29
9am-
4pm

10/30
9am-
4pm

10/31
11am-
3pm

11/01
11am-
3pm

Early Voting Locations
Miami Beach City Hall
1700 Convention Center Drive
North Shore Branch Library
7501 Collins Avenue

 


 

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