Voting Begins Today—Make Your Plan

Voting for Minnesota’s November 3 general election begins today, Friday, September 18. You can vote before Election Day by mail or in person, or vote at your polling place on November 3. See the official Minnesota election calendar.

My Vote hub brings together official resources to check your registration, request a mailed ballot, find voting locations, and preview your ballot.

Three seats on the Osseo Area School Board

District 279 voters will elect three school board members this fall. You may vote for up to three candidates.

I’m running for Osseo Area School Board this year. Thomas Brooks and Stacey Yurcek are also on the ballot. You can review the complete official candidate list before voting.

Not sure whether you live in District 279? Use the address-checking resources in the Vote hub. School district boundaries do not always follow city boundaries.

Key dates for your voting plan

Friday, September 18: Absentee voting begins.

You can vote in person at an available absentee-voting location, where you’ll complete your ballot and return it in an envelope. Election officials also begin mailing requested absentee ballots. The State of Minnesota explains both in-person voting and voting by mail.

Tuesday, October 13: Advance registration closes.

This is the deadline to register in advance, not your last chance to vote. Eligible voters can still register when voting in person before Election Day or on Election Day. Check the proof-of-residence requirements so you know what to bring.

Friday, October 16: Early voting with a ballot scanner begins.

Starting on this date, you can mark your ballot and insert it directly into the scanner at a designated early-voting location, rather than return it in an envelope. See the state’s early-voting information.

Monday, November 2: Last day to vote before Election Day.

In-person voting in Hennepin County ends at 5 p.m. Check the county’s voting hours and locations.

Tuesday, November 3: Election Day.

Hennepin County polling places are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Vote at the polling place assigned to your address. If you’re in line by 8 p.m., stay in line—you have the right to vote. Confirm your location with the state’s polling-place finder.

Where to vote before Election Day

Eligible Hennepin County voters can vote at the Hennepin County Government Center beginning September 18. Your city may also offer an early-voting location, but opening dates vary. Check the county’s location information before you go.

Hennepin County lists these extended voting hours:

• Saturday, October 24; Saturday, October 31; and Sunday, November 1: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
• Tuesday, October 27: 8 a.m.–7 p.m.
• Monday, November 2: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Voting by mail? Leave time for your ballot to arrive

Request your ballot early. The Minnesota Secretary of State recommends applying before Tuesday, October 20. Follow the instructions in your ballot packet, including the required voter and witness signatures. The state’s mail-voting guide includes a link to track your ballot.

Returning it by mail: Your ballot must reach election officials by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3. A postmark alone is not enough. See the county’s ballot-return deadlines.

Dropping it off: Return your ballot by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3 to the office that issued it or an authorized ballot drop box. Do not take an absentee ballot to an Election Day polling place for drop-off. During the final week, the state recommends dropping it off rather than relying on the mail. Follow the official ballot-return instructions.

A constitutional amendment is also on the ballot

The statewide ballot includes a constitutional amendment on school funding. The question asks whether to increase payments to school districts from Minnesota’s Permanent School Fund, with changes taking effect July 1, 2027, if approved.

Read the official question and explanation before voting. Leaving a constitutional amendment unanswered has the same effect as voting “No.” Mark the answer that reflects your decision.

Put your voting plan on the calendar

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Voting information verified September 18, 2026. Check official election resources for current locations and hours.