Deschutes County Elections Office Outlines Key Dates for May 20 Special District Election
As reported by KTVZ, the Deschutes County Elections officials have released crucial information for voters in advance of the upcoming Special District Election, scheduled to take place on Tuesday, May 20.
The Special District Election will feature district director contests for various local districts, including community college, fire, school, park and recreation, library, sanitation, and water districts. A small segment of county voters will also have the opportunity to cast their ballots on two local ballot measures. According to KTVZ, voters are advised to check their mail for a Voters’ Pamphlet, which contains essential information about the candidates and ballot measures. The pamphlet is also available online for those who prefer to access it digitally.
In terms of the voting process, KTVZ reports that Special District Election ballots will be mailed to every active registered voter in the county on Wednesday, April 30. If voters have not received their ballot by Tuesday, May 7, they are urged to contact the County Clerk’s Office at (541) 388-6547. Once voters have completed their ballots and signed their ballot return envelope, they can return it by mail or drop it at any secure, official drop box throughout Deschutes County.
The following key dates have been highlighted by KTVZ as important milestones in the lead-up to the Special District Election:
- April 29: Deadline to register to vote or update voter registration.
- April 29: Logic & Accuracy test of ballot tabulation equipment at 9 a.m. in the County Clerk’s Office, 1300 NW Wall St. in Bend. The public is invited to attend, and advance registration is recommended by calling (541) 388-6547.
- April 30: Ballots begin to be mailed to voters, with a postage-paid return envelope included for convenience.
- May 2: Deschutes County drop boxes open for voted ballots. Voters can find a drop box location near them by visiting the Deschutes County Clerk website.
- May 20: Election Day. Ballots must be received at a drop box by 8 p.m. or postmarked by the United States Postal Service (USPS) by this date and received by the Clerk’s Office by Tuesday, May 27, 2025, to be counted.
As KTVZ notes, voters are reminded to sign their ballot return envelope before submitting their ballot. Preliminary election results will be available on the Deschutes County Clerk website starting at 8 p.m. on Election Day. For further information and answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), voters can visit the County Clerk/Elections website.
The Deschutes County Elections Office has emphasised the importance of verifying voter registration and ensuring timely submission of ballots. As KTVZ reports, voters can find more information and resources on the County Clerk/Elections website to facilitate a smooth voting experience.
In conclusion, with the Special District Election fast approaching, voters in Deschutes County are encouraged to stay informed about key dates, voting procedures, and ballot requirements. By consulting the Deschutes County Clerk website and other official resources, voters can ensure their voices are heard in this important local election. This article is based on reporting by KTVZ.
