Monday is the final day to register for those interested in voting in the Nov. 4 general election, when Philadelphians will pick their next District Attorney and City Controller, as well as weigh in on a host of statewide and local judicial races and retentions.
Any citizen who is at least 18 years old and has been a resident of their district for at least 30 days prior to the election is eligible to register to vote.
"Every block, every voice matters in this election," said Omar Sabir, chair of the City Commissioners, who oversee elections in Philadelphia, in a statement. "Your voice deserves to be heard – register before the deadline and make a plan to vote."
“The offices on the ballot are more important and can affect you more than any president, senator, or governor ever could," Commissioner Lisa Deeley added. "Do not wait until you are standing in front of a judge to start caring about who the judges are.”
“Whether you are registering for the first time or updating your address, it’s easier than ever to get registered,” Commissioner Seth Bluestein said.
Individuals can apply online at pavoterservices.pa.gov. Registration paperwork can also be completed in person from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at the following offices operated by the City Commissioners:
The deadline to request a general election mail-in ballot is also fast approaching — 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 28. Registered voters can apply for a ballot, fill it in and return it in one visit at the election offices listed above, which are also open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the weekends.
Polls will be open for in-person voting on Election Day from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. For more election and voting information, go to vote.phila.gov and pa.gov/vote.
