Politics & Government

Belmont General Election Voting Guide 2016

Skipped early voting? No worries, we've got you covered on Nov. 8.

BELMONT, MA – The big day is almost here, and whether you're still undecided, committed to a candidate, or considering sitting this one out, you've got an important decision to make.

So we're going to make that a bit easier on you. Here's a look at everything you need to know before you head to the booths:

Who/What's on the ballot:

Aside from the four presidential candidates making national headlines, here are some of the other notable names and items on the ballot.

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  • Congresswoman Katherine Clark, Middlesex County Sheriff Peter Koutoujian, Rep. David Rogers and Sen. William Brownsberger are all running unopposed.
  • There are four questions on the ballot this year: Slot licenses, charter schools, free-range chickens, and recreational marijuana. Read our rundown on the ballot questions here.

Voting Schedule:

Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 8. If you make the line by 8 p.m., you're allowed to vote.
Some people chose to vote early this year. Massachusetts allowed early voting for the first time from Oct. 24 to Nov. 4.

Polling Locations

Here are the polling locations for the upcoming election, courtesy of the Town of Belmont website

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Precinct 1 Map

Belmont Memorial Library, Assembly Room, 336 Concord Avenue

Precinct 2 Map

Belmont Town Hall, Selectmen's Meeting Room, 455 Concord Ave

Precinct 3 Map

Beech Street Center (Senior Center), 266 Beech Street

Precinct 4 Map

Daniel Butler School, 90 White Street

Precinct 5 Map

Beech Street Center (Senior Center), 266 Beech Street

Precinct 6 Map

Belmont Fire Headquarters, 299 Trapelo Road

Precinct 7 Map

Burbank School gym, 266 School Street

Precinct 8 Map

Winn Brook School gym, 97 Waterhouse St (enter from Cross St)

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You can find more information on the Town of Belmont website.

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