This coming Tuesday, Nov. 4th is election day. Polls are open from 7am to 8pm. Please be prepared to wait to vote: turnout is expected to be large!
I would personally like to ask you to be aware of the issues raised by Ballot Question #1 about eliminating the state income tax. The outcome of this question could have a huge impact on our schools and our town. As parents of children in our public schools, it is important for you all to be informed when you step into the voting booth.
Here's some voting information to get you started!
CLICK TO VIEW THE STATE/FEDERAL 2008 BALLOT
CLICK TO VIEW THE AMHERST BALLOT
CANDIDATES AND BALLOT QUESTIONS
The 2008 Massachusetts ballot features state, national, and presidential elections, as well as three ballot questions.
- Candidates on the ballot
- Question 1: Eliminating state income tax
- Question 2: Change in marijuana laws
- Question 3: Prohibit dog racing for wagering purposes
- Download a voter information guide (PDF)
ABSENTEE BALLOTS
You can vote by absentee ballot if you:
- Will be absent from your city or town on election day
- Have a physical disability that prevents you from voting at the polling place
- Cannot vote at the polls due to religious beliefs
The deadline for applying for an absentee ballot is noon the day before the election -- Monday, Nov. 3, 2008. You can fill out your absentee ballot at the clerk's office, request that an absentee ballot be mailed to you, or download an application below.
Absentee ballot applications:
Information for this guide was compiled from the Massachusetts secretary of state's office: http://www.sec.state.ma.us/.
Sincerely,
Ann McLaughlin, Parent Council Secretary.
Thanks to the Wildwood PTO putting this information together.