Voting Information

With election day fast approaching (Tuesday, Nov 6th), I thought this would be a good time to share some voting information. I've included a link below.  If you have any questions about voting and you're unsuccessful in obtaining an answer, feel free to send me an email or post your question on Facebook or Twitter and I will do what I can to assist you:

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The Minnesota Secretary of State's Office has put together some valuable information found here:

http://www.sos.state.mn.us/index.aspx?page=134

It includes information on:

• Registering to Vote
• Finding your Polling Place
• Voting Absentee
• Sample Ballots

It also has this tidbit regarding time off to vote for employees:


To: All Minnesota Employers

Re: Time off for Employees to Vote on Election Day

The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State reminds employers that employees are allowed time off to vote in upcoming elections. Minnesota Statutes 204C.04 allows employees to take time off for the time necessary to vote in a state election without a reduction in pay.

Please note that Minnesota Statutes 204C.08 Subd.1d states that employees cannot be required to use personal leave or vacation time for the time off necessary to vote.

Since the law specifically states that an employer may not directly or indirectly refuse or interfere with an employee’s right to vote, employers cannot instruct employees of when during work hours employees are excused to go and vote. However, employers may request that employees provide notification as to when they will be gone and request that employees coordinate their absences so as to minimize adverse impact on the workplace. Any complaints should be filed with the county attorney. A violation of this statute is a misdemeanor.

The date for the General Election this year is Tuesday, November 6.