In a move to broadly expand voting access, the Boston Elections Department is proactively mailing out vote-by-mail applications to all registered voters in the city. As the campaign gears up for the Preliminary Municipal Election on September 9, this step could help to ensure everyone gets a chance to have their say without needing to show up in person at the polls.
For Bostonians looking to vote by mail, it's essential to not only be registered by August 30 but to also get their mail-in applications back to the City of Boston by 5 p.m. September 2, according to the official city announcement. Potential voters can verify and possibly to need update their registration status at www.VoteinMA.com or directly through the Boston Election Department.
Applications for mail-in voting are available for download online and can be returned either via mail or in-person. The department also offers an online application process via the Secretary of State's website. The city's outreach efforts extend to assisting residents with any questions regarding voter registration or vote-by-mail applications through their helpline at 617-635-0905.
Looking beyond just facilitating voting by mail, the Election Department is also aiming to staff the polls adequately by seeking poll workers for the September 9 election. The city is offering a stipend between $160-200 alongside payment for required training, framing the role as an opportunity to engage in the civic process and support community voting. Bilingual candidates are especially in demand. Those interested are encouraged to apply online at boston.gov/pollworkers or to contact the Election Department for further information.
