2024 Town Election Day: Here’s What To Know Before You Go

The polls are open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. — watch for our live updates from around town

As of yesterday, Town Clerk Denise Graffeo says her office had received more than 1,300 mail-in ballots. In 2022, the last year we had a number of contested elections, overall turnout was 2,281. So we might break that elusive 10% participation mark! 🗳️

All of the Carnation’s candidate profiles and letters of support are in our Tewksbury Votes section. Access our School Committee, Board of Health and Select Board Q&As here, and learn about write-in voting here.

Some candidates are holding gatherings tonight. Eric Ryder supporters are invited to an election night campaign party at Kyoto from 7 – 10 p.m., while James Mackey will gather with his supporters at the new Hilton Garden Inn from 6 – 11 p.m. Tom Bowley will be at TJ Callahan’s, while Bridget Garabedian invites supporters to stop into Cafe Sicilia starting at 6 p.m. and support Joe Mazzola while awaiting the results.

For those going to cast their ballots the old-fashioned way, here’s what you need to know. You can also access the Clerk’s message here.

1. Am I a registered voter?

Check your VOTER STATUS online. The deadline to register to vote for this election was Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 5:00 PM.

2. Is my voter status “active”?

Per state law, voters must return their signed census forms annually to the Town Clerk’s office to maintain an active voter status. Inactive voters are still eligible to vote but will be required to complete additional forms and show an ID at the polls to vote.

3. Where do I vote?

Voters are strongly encouraged to know what precinct they will be voting in before arriving at the polls. Check your PRECINCT online.

VIEW THE PRECINCT MAP ONLINE

4. What will I be voting on?

Educated voters will reduce the amount of time necessary in the voting booths and reduce lines and crowding while voting.

VIEW A SAMPLE BALLOT

5. What do I need to know/bring?

• Bring an ID – in some cases voters will be required to show an ID. That ID can be anything (driver’s license, a current utility bill, email) but the name and address must match how you are registered.

• Keep your ballot dry and free from hand sanitizers – Do not use hand sanitizer while handling your ballot and be sure your voting booth is dry as it will cause issues with tabulator breakdowns.

If you have any questions, please phone the Town Clerk’s Office at 978-640-4355 or email townclerk@tewksbury-ma.gov