Absentee Ballot Voting Now Open in Huntsville

Key Dates for Voters

Huntsville, Alabama — The City Clerk’s Office has announced that absentee ballot voting has officially opened ahead of the upcoming municipal elections scheduled for August 27. Voters looking to cast their ballots absentee should take note of the following important deadlines:

• Applications by Mail: Accepted until 5 p.m. on August 20.
• In-Person Applications: Last day to apply is August 22.
• Emergency Absentee Ballots: Must be requested by August 26.

Who Can Vote Absentee?

Absentee voting is available for several groups of individuals, including:

• Those who will be absent on election day.
• Individuals who are ill or have a physical disability that prevents them from reaching polling places.
• Registered Alabama voters temporarily living outside the county (e.g., military members, students, or their families).
• Election officials or poll watchers assigned to locations other than their usual polling place.
• Voters working required shifts of 10 hours or more during polling hours.

Election Details

This election will see critical decisions made regarding two seats on the Huntsville City Council and two seats on the Huntsville City Schools Board of Education.

City Council Candidates:

Qualified candidates for the City Council include:

• District 1: Devyn S. Keith, Reggie McKenzie, Michelle Watkins
• District 5: Kim Caudle Lewis, John Meredith

Board of Education Candidates:

Candidates vying for positions on the Board of Education are:

• District 1: Will Culver, Claudia Harris, Chaundra M. Jones, Pat King
• District 5: Zara R. Broadenax, Carlos Mathews

Submitting Absentee Ballots

Voters can mail their absentee ballots to:

All absentee ballots must be postmarked by August 26 and received by noon on August 27 to ensure they are counted.

Find More Information

For additional details about absentee voting and the upcoming elections, visit the City Clerk’s office website.

Author: HERE Huntsville