What’s not to love about Voter Notify?

Posted on October 12, 2017October 12, 2017 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

I don’t know about you, but whenever I order something online I am constantly tracking my package to see when it will arrive. Tracking your vote-by-mail ballot should be no different, which is why I love Voter Notify!

Voter Notify takes all the guessing out of voting by mail. Questions like, “when will I receive my ballot?” and “was my ballot returned to the Board of Elections yet?” are answered with a text and/or email before you even have the chance to think about it.

Just last night I received a text informing me that my ballot was on the way and to keep an eye out for it in my mailbox. I really appreciated that text and will pay more attention when I grab the mail this week.

Voter Notify will also send me a message once my ballot has been received at the Board of Elections. While I fully trust the United States Postal Service, it’s nice to get an actual confirmation that my ballot was returned and my votes will be counted.

If you vote by mail (and why wouldn’t you? It’s so convenient!), and haven’t signed up for Voter Notify yet, then you’re missing out. Since its launch in 2015, more than 17,000 voters in Cuyahoga County have signed up to get the notifications. If you’re ready to fall in love with voting by mail all over again, sign up for Voter Notify here.

To request your vote-by-mail ballot, print your application here. We must receive your completed form no later than noon on the Saturday prior to Election Day.

Author: Cathy Goskey, Community Outreach, Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

Reminder: Voter Registration Deadline Oct. 10

Posted on October 9, 2017October 9, 2017 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

Tomorrow, October 10, is the LAST DAY to get registered for the November 7, 2017 General Election. If you have recently changed your name, moved, or are voting for the first time, you can update your voter registration online at www.myohiovote.com. You must be registered to cast a vote, and every vote matters!

Not sure if you’re registered to vote? It’s easy to check your status on our website. Just enter your last name and birthday, and your voting information will appear. Here, you can view your voting history, see your polling location and download a sample ballot unique to your polling location.

First Annual Your Voice Matters Youth Summit a Success

Posted on October 4, 2017October 4, 2017 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

Last Friday, September 29, approximately 130 students from high schools across the county attended the first annual Your Voice Matters youth summit. The Board of Elections has been working closely with Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish and staff, Cleveland Metropolitan School District, the Cleveland Leadership Center, Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C), and other partners to host a one-day seminar for young people to learn about the importance of voting and civic engagement.

Students were welcomed by County Executive Armond Budish and Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson before diving into several workshops designed to help them understand the many ways they can make a difference in their community. While one main focus was on the power of voting, students also learned about their ability to contact their state representatives, school boards, and city/county council members to voice concerns about their communities.

County Executive Armond Budish welcomes students to the first annual Your Voice Matters youth summit on September 29, 2017

Speakers included State Representative Stephanie Howse, County Councilmembers Shontel Brown, Michael Gallagher and Anthony Hairston, Cleveland City Councilman Kerry McCormack, Judge William Dawson, Cathy Goskey from the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections, Kristen Blazek from Cleveland State Levin College of Urban Affairs, Rachael Collyer of OOC/OSA, and Sandy Kirsh-Jordan of Tri-C.

Cathy Goskey, Cuyahoga County Board of Elections, educates students about the voting process and the importance of voting during her session “Why Your Vote Matters”

Panelists (from left: Councilman Anthony Hairston, Councilwoman Shontel Brown and Councilman Michael Gallagher) answer questions from students during their session “What Do You Want from Your County Government”

The youth summit was developed as part of Cuyahoga County Executive’s civic and voter engagement initiative. Overall students were engaged throughout the day, asked the speakers many questions, and showed great enthusiasm for voting.

If your school is interested in attending next year’s summit, please contact Cathy Goskey at cgoskey@cuyahogacounty.us.

Understanding State Issues on the November 7 Ballot

Posted on October 3, 2017October 6, 2017 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

Ohioans will vote on two state issues this November 7th. The Ohio Secretary of State has provided a few resources to help voters understand each issue and make an informed decision. The following videos will help to briefly explain each issue, while full ballot language and arguments for/against each issue can be found here.

2017 Ohio State Ballot Issue 1:

2017 Ohio State Ballot Issue 2:

Additional Information & Local Issues:
For additional information regarding the November 7, 2017 General Election, including local issues, visit the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections website at www.443vote.com.

Today is National Voter Registration Day!

Posted on September 26, 2017September 21, 2018 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

Today is National Voter Registration Day! Now is the perfect opportunity to register to vote for the first time or update your registration if you have recently moved or changed your name. Ohio voters can register or update their registration online at www.myohiovote.com.

Click here for a complete listing of all local voter registration events today.

National Voter Registration Day Local Events

Posted on September 22, 2017September 21, 2018 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

National Voter Registration Day is this Tuesday, September 26! Our community partners have joined together to host voter registration and educational events across the Greater Cleveland area. Here is an overview of places you can go register to vote:

Voter Registration Drive Thru
September 26 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cuyahoga County Board of Elections
2925 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44115

Inscripción con Sazón—Drive-thru
September 26 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Hispanic Alliance, 3110 W. 25th Street, Cleveland, OH 44109

East Cleveland Voter Registration Drive
September 26 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
East Cleveland Library, 14101 Euclid Avenue, East Cleveland, OH 44112

Asia Plaza Voter Registration Drive
September 26 | 10:00 a.m.
2999 Payne Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114

Voter Registration Drive
September 26 | 8:00 a.m.
St. Agnes + Our Lady Of Fatima Church
Schubert Hall, 6800 Lexington Avenue,
Cleveland, OH 44103

RTA Rotunda at Tower City Center
September 26 | 3:30 – 6:00 p.m.
RTA Rotunda at Tower City Center

Voter Registration at Cleveland Public Libraries
September 26 | During Library Hours
All Branch Locations: https://cpl.org/locations/

Register at Rocky River Public Library
September 26 | 9:00 a.m.
Rocky River Public Library, 1600 Hampton Rd., Rocky River, OH 44070

Register at Willoughby Public Library
September 26 | 9:15 a.m.
Willoughby Public Library, 30 Public Square, Willoughby, OH 44094

Voter Registration at Heights High School
September 26 | 2:15 p.m.
Heights High School, 13263 Cedar Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

Metro West Ice Cream Social
September 26 | 12:00 p.m.
Metro West Community Development Office, 3167 Fulton Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44109

Voter Education Forum for Justice Involved Individuals
September 26 | 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
North Star Reentry Community Resource Center, 1834 E. 55th St., Cleveland, OH 44103

Voter Registration Week
September 19 – 26 | 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
ADAMHS Board Lobby, 2012 West 25th St., 6th Floor, Cleveland, OH 44113

Neighborhood Family Practice (NFP)
Ongoing through October 10
All NFP Locations: https://www.nfpmedcenter.org/locations/

Register to Vote Online
www.myohiovote.com

Community Partners Include:

Thank You Election Officials

Posted on September 13, 2017October 3, 2017 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

Special thanks to all of our election officials, temporary workers and special recruits who devote so much time, energy and long hours to working an election. We couldn’t run successful elections without them!

Happy Election Day! September 12 Primary

Posted on September 12, 2017October 3, 2017 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

Today is the September 12 Primary Election! Get out and cast your vote from 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Still need to return your vote-by-mail ballot? You may only hand-deliver it to the Board of Elections by 7:30 p.m. this evening. We are located at 2925 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115.

To find your polling location, view a sample ballot, or check for proper types of ID, visit our website: www.443vote.com.

Spanish-speaking voters needing special assistance may call our Spanish Hotline at 216-443-3233. We will gladly help you!

Countdown to National Voter Registration Day

Posted on August 30, 2017September 21, 2018 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

National Voter Registration Day (NVRD) is just under one month away! We invite you and/or your organization to join us as we celebrate NVRD with focused, nonpartisan voter registration efforts and related publicity campaigns.

National Voter Registration Day is on September 26, 2017.

Ways to Get Involved
There are countless ways to build momentum around voter registration in your community, but here are a few ideas:

Virtual voter registration drive
Voter registration at work
Host a community event
Spread the word about NVRD
Volunteer

How We Support You
Organizing an event can be intimidating, but we are here to support you! Together with Cleveland Votes, we will guide you every step of the way to ensure you have the resources and training needed to conduct a successful campaign. This includes:

Marketing assistance
Training opportunities
Voter registration resources
Swag bag filled with resources and materials

Sign Up Today! Partners should sign up formally in two easy ways.

Register online at www.NationalVoterRegistrationDay.org. Choose the “Partners” tab to get started. Once registered, you will receive posters and stickers, and will be recognized as a national partner.
Tell the Board of Elections you are participating. Contact Cathy Goskey to get involved by emailing cgoskey@cuyahogacounty.us or call 216-443-6413. You will be included on local communication with other area partners.

September 12 Primary Election: Vote Early

Posted on August 28, 2017October 3, 2017 by Cuyahoga County Board of Elections

Did you know you don’t have to wait until Election Day to cast your vote? Voters have the option to vote by mail or in person at the Board of Elections. Early voting is ideal for anyone who has a busy schedule, will be out of town on Election Day, or for those who simply like to plan ahead.

Request Your Vote-by-Mail Ballot
Visit our website to request your vote-by-mail ballot. We must receive your application before noon on September 9. It is better to request your ballot as soon as possible to guarantee you have enough time to complete your ballot and return it by Election Day. Completed ballots must be postmarked by September 11, or delivered to the Board of Elections (not polling locations) on or before Election Day.

Vote Early in Person
If you prefer to vote early in person, come to the Board of Elections now through September 11. See below for early voting hours, or click here for the schedule. The Board of Elections is located at 2925 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44115. Map