Essential Election Day Guide: Key Information for November 4 Voters

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Essential Election Day Guide: Key Information for November 4 Voters

Ohio voters are gearing up for Election Day on November 4. This year, Franklin, Delaware, and Licking counties will host significant ballots filled with important local issues and municipal races.

Key Information for Ohio Voters

Polls will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Election Day. Voters can still engage in early in-person voting, which ends at 5 p.m. on November 3. However, no early voting will occur on the day before the election.

Absentee Ballots

The deadline to request an absentee ballot was October 28.
To ensure your absentee ballot counts, it must be postmarked by November 3 and received by local election boards within four days after Election Day.
In-person absentee ballots must be dropped off by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day.

Significant Races and Issues

This election features several contested races and issues in central Ohio. Key issues on the ballot include:

The Franklin County Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health (ADAMH) levy.
A significant $1.9 billion bond package for Columbus.
A levy for the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium.

Additionally, there are 129 candidates competing in various races, further enriching the voter experience this year.

Major Municipal Elections

Voters in major cities will choose officials for various council seats:

Columbus School Board: Six candidates are vying for three available seats.
Columbus City Council, District 7: Tiara Ross vs. Jesse Vogel.
Dublin City Council: Multiple wards are contested with various candidates.
Grove City Council: Multiple wards with several candidates competing.
Reynoldsburg City Council: Incumbents are challenged by new candidates, with three positions open.
Hilliard City Council: Candidates include Tina Cottone, Kathy-Parker Jones, and others for four seats.