Your Vote Matters

Your vote is your voice, so let's make sure it gets heard

A better Lorain doesn't happen by accident; it happens when we vote. Elections can be decided by just a handful of votes, which means yours truly matters. Every vote helps tell the story of what kind of community we want to be. Start here and make your plan.

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Find Your Polling Place

On Election Day, you must cast your ballot in your precinct at your designated polling place between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.

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Check Your Registration

Make sure your voter registration is up to date before Election Day. Check your status, register for the first time, or update your information in just a few minutes.

Voter Lookup

Request an Absentee Ballot

Any registered Ohio voter can vote absentee. To do so, you must fill out a request form, provide acceptable ID, and mail or hand-deliver the form to the board of elections.

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Become a Poll Worker!

Poll workers play a vital role in keeping Ohio’s elections secure and accessible. Learn how you can volunteer and serve your community.

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Lorain County Board of Elections

voteloraincountyohio.gov

Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

(Hours vary during Early/Absentee Voting)

Phone: (440) 326-5900
Email: lorain@ohiosos.gov

1985 North Ridge Rd. East - Lorain, OH 44055