Polling Issues In Metuchen Due To New Voting Software: Officials

METUCHEN, NJ — The borough of Metuchen reported “polling issues” early on Tuesday morning as voters lined up to cast their ballot for the local and state elections.

In a Facebook post, Metuchen officials said they were aware of the problems that were caused due to the new state voting software. Many residents who went in early were unable to cast their ballots, Metuchen said.

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“We are aware of a number of polling issues as a result of the new state voting software that have occurred throughout the State, County, and even the Borough in the early hours of this Election Day. In particular, there were some software issues at both the Campbell and Edgar locations resulting in a number of people who showed up but did not vote,” borough officials said in a Facebook post.

“Thankfully, at this point, it appears that the systems are up and running again throughout Metuchen.”

A few residents commented that the machines were "running smoothly" a little after 8 a.m.

Those who were unable to vote due to any reason in the morning, or if facing other voting-related issues on Election Day have been asked to email Borough Clerk, Deborah Zupan at dzupan@metuchen.com or call her at 732-632-8508.

Polls are open until 8 p.m.

Patch contacted Middlesex County officials and will update this post when more information is available.

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