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Active civic engagement is crucial for our democracy, and one impactful way to participate is by voting. By casting your vote, you help shape decisions that directly impact your community. To ensure you are ready for this important civic duty, we have gathered all the essential information you need—from registration deadlines to polling locations—so you can be confident that your vote counts. Stay informed and prepared to make a difference this election season!
All registered voters in California will receive a vote-by-mail ballot in the mail before the election. Ballots will be mailed starting Monday, October 7, 2024.
To ensure you receive your ballot, double-check your voter registration at voterstatus.sos.ca.gov.
Not registered yet? Visit registertovote.ca.gov to register online.
If your name, address, or political party has changed since the last time you voted, you will need to re-register to vote.
The deadline to register to vote is Monday, October 21, 2024.
Same Day Voter Registration:
Although it is best to register by the deadline, if you miss it, you can still vote! Same Day Voter Registration, or Conditional Voter Registration, is a safety net for Californians who miss the deadline to register or update their voter registration information for an election. Same Day Registration is available at the Alameda County Registrar of Voters Office or any voting center in Alameda County.
Lost your ballot or need a replacement?
Only the registered voter themselves may request a replacement ballot. A request for a replacement ballot made by anyone other than the registered voter is a criminal offense. Complete the California Replacement Ballot Application and return it to the Alameda County Registrar of Voters Office by Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
For the first time ever, 16- and 17-year-olds in Oakland and Berkeley will be able to vote in their respective elections for school board in November 2024. This expansion of the local franchise is thanks to the passage of Measure Y1, approved by over 70 percent of voters in Berkeley in 2016, and Measure QQ, approved in 2020 with 2/3 support from Oakland voters.
Residents of Oakland or Berkeley who are 16 or 17 and are otherwise eligible must use California’s pre-registration system to register as a “youth voter.” Any 16- or 17-year-old residing in Oakland or Berkeley who has previously pre-registered to vote will be automatically registered as a youth voter. Be sure to select the “pre-register to vote” option.
You may also register to vote in person at the Alameda County Registrar’s office in Oakland. Paper forms may also be available at some public libraries and DMV locations. When completing a paper registration, be sure to check the box at the top of the page indicating that you are age 16-17.
Learn more:
You can check the status of your ballot at any time—from the moment it is mailed to you until your completed ballot is received by the Alameda County Registrar of Voters.
Track your ballot at california.ballottrax.net/voter
U.S. Mail:
Send your completed, sealed, and signed ballot by mail. As always, it is easy, safe, and secure. Your ballot must be postmarked by Tuesday, November 5, 2024 (Election Day) and received by the Alameda County Registrar's Office no later than Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Do not affix postage to your return envelope! You will be provided with a pre-paid envelope to mail your ballot.
24-Hour Drop Box:
Drop boxes are located throughout Alameda County. You can drop off your ballot anytime between now and Election Day, Tuesday, November 5, 2024, before 8:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Click here for locations.
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Voting Centers:
There will be 100 Vote Centers for the General Election that any Alameda County voter can visit. In-person voting locations will be available either 11 days or 4 days before Election Day, as well as all day on Election Day. At any vote center in a participating county, a voter may:
- Vote in person
- Drop off their ballot
- Get a replacement ballot
- Vote using an accessible voting machine
- Get help and voting materials in multiple languages
- Register to vote or update their voter registration
Visit acgov.org/rov_app/vcalist to find a Voting Center closest to you.
Alameda County Registrar of Voters Office, located at the René C. Davidson Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St, Room G-1, Oakland, CA 94612
Early Voting at the Alameda County Registrar of Voters Office:
Beginning Monday, October 7, 2024, you can vote in person at the Alameda County Registrar of Voters Office, located at the René C. Davidson Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St, Room G-1, Oakland, CA 94612. The office is open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The weekend before the election, the office will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Disabled and Homebound Voters:
Learn about all of the accessible options available to ensure you can cast your vote, including Remote Accessible Vote by Mail and the ACVOTE On The Go Program, please visit: acvote.alamedacountyca.gov/accessibility
Military and Overseas Voters:
As a military or overseas voter, you play an essential role in the electoral process, and we appreciate your participation. This website offers information and resources to help you easily navigate the voting process while you serve or live abroad. To learn more about how to register, request your ballot, and ensure your vote counts, please visit: https://acvote.alamedacountyca.gov/voting/uocava
Language Assistance:
The Alameda County Registrar of Voters Office offers voters the option to receive a ballot in the following languages:
- Chinese (中文)
- Spanish (Español)
- Tagalog
- Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt)
- Punjabi (ਪੰਜਾਬੀ)
- Korean (한국어)
- Khmer (ខ្មែរ)
- Burmese (မြန်မာဘာသာ)
- Hindi (हिन्दी)
- Lao (ພາສາລາວ)
- Mien (Iu Mienh)
- Mongolian (монгол хэл)
- Telugu (తెలుగు)
Additionally, voters can receive a facsimile ballot—a copy of the Official Ballot that can be used as a reference—in Burmese, Khmer, Korean, Hindi, Laotian, Mien, Mongolian, Punjabi, and Telugu if they reside in a precinct where the language is offered. Facsimile ballots are available at the Registrar of Voters’ Office and all Vote Centers. To request a facsimile ballot to be mailed or emailed to you, call (510) 272-6973. Voters who are unable to mark a ballot may bring up to two individuals to assist them in voting; however, these individuals cannot be your employer or union representative.
If you have questions, email the Registrar of Voters at vca@acgov.org or call toll-free at 1 (800) 834-6454.
From the President of the United States to federal, state, and local representatives, as well as state propositions and local measures, voters have a lot to decide in this election. Here are some resources to make the process a little less overwhelming and easier to understand.
Alameda County Voter Information Guide:
The Registrar of Voters Office provides candidate statements in a booklet mailed to you and in an accessible format online. To view your Voter Information Guide online, log into your "Voter Profile," go to the "Elections" tab, and select "Click here to see your Voter Information Guide." For more information, visit Election Information.
Qualified Statewide Ballot Measures or Propositions:
Propositions are proposed laws or amendments submitted to voters for approval or rejection, often addressing significant issues like taxation and public policy. If a proposition garners enough support, it is placed on the ballot for citizens to vote on directly. To learn about the specific propositions on your ballot and their implications, visit Qualified Statewide Ballot Measures.
Alameda County Measures:
In Alameda County, various local measures will be on the upcoming ballots. These measures typically address issues such as funding for schools, public safety, housing, and infrastructure improvements. To learn more about the specific measures, their implications, and how they may affect your community, visit the Alameda County Elections website or local government resources for detailed information on each measure.
Easy Voter Guide:
An unbiased publication available in 5 languages for new and busy voters, providing important information about voting and state ballot measures. The Easy Voter Guide is community-reviewed to ensure the information is easy to understand.
VOTE411.org:
Launched by the League of Women Voters Education Fund (LWVEF) in October 2006, VOTE411.org is a "one-stop shop" for election-related information. It provides nonpartisan information to the public with both general and state-specific information.
CalMatters Voting Guide:
CalMatters is a nonpartisan and nonprofit news organization that covers California stories and aims to make government more transparent and accountable. Their 2024 Voting Guide covers nonpartisan analysis of federal and state races, as well as state propositions. The guide also provides detailed fundraising information and current election news.
Now more than ever, it is critical that voters be aware of efforts to undermine or influence the outcome of our elections through misinformation and disinformation, particularly on social media and through text messages or phone calls. Always double-check with a trusted, well-verified source regarding the election. If you are unsure whether the information you receive is accurate regarding your voter registration status, voting options, voting deadlines, or anything else about the election, the Alameda County Registrar of Voters is the best place to verify that information.
Everyone who is eligible to vote should be able to do so free of intimidation or suppression and should not be denied access.
Read the California Voter Bill of Rights.
If you believe you have been denied any of these rights or are aware of any election fraud or misconduct, please call the Secretary of State's confidential toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683).
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Public Comment Procedures for Board of Supervisors Meetings: Information on how to participate in public comment is available on the LIVE Broadcasts page on the Board of Supervisors' website.
ADA Accessibility: If you need a reasonable modification or accommodation for a disability, please email the Clerk of the Board at cbs@acgov.org or call (510) 208-4949 or (510) 834-6754 (TDD) at least 72 hours before the meeting start time to request a sign language interpreter.
Language Interpretation Services: If you require language interpretation services, please email the Clerk of the Board at cbs@acgov.org or call (510) 208-4949 at least three business days before the meeting start time to request a language interpreter.
Servicios de interpretación de idiomas: si necesita servicios de interpretación de idiomas, envíe un correo electrónico a la Secretaría de la Junta a cbs@acgov.org o llame al (510) 208-4949 al menos tres días hábiles antes de la hora de inicio de la reunión para solicitar un intérprete de idiomas.
語言口譯服務：如果您需要語言口譯服務，請在會議開始前至少三個工作日向理事會秘書發送電子郵件至 cbs@acgov.org 或致電 (510) 208-4949 請求語言口譯員。
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