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Requests open for Scott County absentee ballots

By Sharon Wren,

12 hours ago

Scott County voters can now submit requests for absentee ballots.

Tuesday, August 25 is the first day for voters to submit requests for absentee ballots by mail for the November 3 General Election, according to Scott County Auditor Kerri Tompkins. Voters must request an absentee ballot to receive a ballot through the mail. Ballots will begin to be mailed on October 14.

The completed absentee ballot request form is due at the auditor’s office by 5 p.m. on Monday, October 19. Request forms are available in the office, Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (M-F, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.). They can also be downloaded from the Auditor’s website or the Auditor’s Office will mail forms to voters upon request. Call 563-326-8631 with questions or for more information.

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