Politics & Government

Absentee Ballots Now Available for April 14 Election

The deadline to apply for an absentee ballot is April 13, the day before the Burlington Town Election.

The following is a release from the Burlington Town Clerk's Office:

Absentee ballots are now available in the Clerks office in for the Annual Town Election, on April 14th.

Sample ballots can be seen by clicking the PDF on the right of this article.

Who's Eligible?: Voters unable to vote at the polls on Election Day due to absence from the town during the hours the polls are open, physical disability or religious belief.
 
APPLICATIONS:  A written request by the voter or any family member must be received by the Town Clerk by noon the day before the election, April 13.  Voters may apply and vote in person at the Town Clerk's office or through the mail.  If the ballot is to be mailed, apply far enough in advance so that the ballot can be mailed and returned by the close of the poll.  Applications are also available at www.burlington.org/clerk click the Voter Information link.
 
HOSPITALIZED VOTERS: Must have been admitted after noon of the 5th day before the election.  Must apply themselves and designate in writing who may hand carry the ballot to them.  Applications can be made anytime, however, the ballot must be returned by the close of the poll.

If Voters have any questions they can email or call the Clerks office at clerk@burlmass.org or (781) 270-1660.

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