Candidates, Deadlines For 2018 Primary Election In McLean

McLean is ramping up for another election season as the June 12 primary election approaches. While statewide elections happened last year, 2018 elections focus on federal and municipal elections. The primary elections will determine the candidates moving on to the Nov. 6 general election if there are multiple challengers in a political party.

In McLean, voters can either participate in the Democratic or Republican primaries for the 10th congressional district, currently represented by Barbara Comstock. Republicans will also choose a candidate to challenge Sen. Tim Kaine in the November general election.

Separately, residents of the McLean Community Center tax district will vote for members of the 2018-2019 MCC Governing Board on Saturday, May 19.

Here's what you need to know about voting in the upcoming elections:

How do I vote in the 2018 primary election?

Registered voters can vote in either the Democratic or Republican primary. Polling places will be open 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Here are the voting precincts for Fairfax County. An acceptable form of photo identification is required to vote.

If you can't make it to the polls on Election Day, the option is submitting an absentee ballot. Deadline to request an absentee ballot is Tuesday, June 5. The request must be received by the registrar by 5 p.m. See if you're eligible to vote absentee here.

What are the voter registration deadlines for the primary and general elections?

For the primary election, the voter registration deadline is Monday, May 21. For the general election, the deadline is Monday, October 15. You can register to vote or apply for an absentee ballot online, by mail or in-person at the Fairfax County Office of Elections (12000 Government Center Pkwy Ste 323 Fairfax). Find more information here.

What is on my ballot for the 2018 primary election?

Democratic Primary

Virginia 10th congressional district

• Lindsey Davis Stover
• Jennifer T. Wexton
• Paul E. Pelletier
• Alison K. Friedman
• Dan I. Helmer
• Julia E. Biggins

Republican Primary

Virginia 10th congressional district

• Shak E. Hill
• Barbara J. Comstock

United States Senate

• Nick J. Freitas
• E.W. Jackson
• Corey A. Stewart

You can check who's on your ballot anytime using the online lookup tool.

What will be on the ballot for the 2018 general election?

McLean residents will vote for positions in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives. A complete list of candidates will be posted after the June 12 filing deadline.

How do I vote in the McLean Community Center elections?

Residents that live in the McLean Community Center tax district are eligible to vote. Voting will take place May 19 from 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m. at McLean Day in Lewinsville Park (1659 Chain Bridge Rd., McLean). Voters must present ID or verify their address is in the tax district to vote.

If you cannot vote that day, absentee ballots can be completed by Wednesday, May 16 at 5 p.m. Call 703-790-0123 or email “elections@mcleancenter.org” to have a ballot package sent to your home. You may also stop by one of three MCC sites during business hours: Temporary Administrative Offices (6631 Old Dominion Drive), Temporary Program Office (6645 Old Dominion Dr. (McLean Square Shopping Center), The Old Firehouse Center (1440 Chain Bridge Road). See more information here.

What candidates are running for the MCC Governing Board?

Four adults and five teens are running for the three open adult positions and two youth positions. Adults 18 and up before May 19 can vote for adult candidates, and teens 15 to 17 can vote for youth candidates. See candidates and their personal statements here.

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