Voter Resources

The Library is here to help you find information on how to participate in the upcoming November 8, 2022 General Election.

Important Dates

• Last Day to Register: October 24
• Vote by Mail: Ballot must be postmarked by November 8
• Drop Off Ballot: Drop off by November 8, by 8 PM
• Vote Centers: Some locations will be open early on Saturday, October 29 with more locations available starting Saturday, November 5.
• LAST DAY TO VOTE: November 8, by 8 PM

Voter Registration

• To register to vote (by October 24!), check your voter registration status or polling place, or register to vote by mail, head over to:        
  • California Elections and Voter Information, opens a new window
  • Santa Clara County Registrar of Voters

Early Voting and Ballot Drop Off Boxes 

• Ballot boxes are outside Mitchell Park Library, Rinconada Library, and Palo Alto City Hall.
• View a list of onsite voting locations and ballot boxes, opens a new window to find one near you.

Ballot Information

• For information about City Council candidates and local measures on the ballot, visit the City of Palo Alto's Election Information, opens a new window website.
• Finding neutral and unbiased information on the candidates and propositions on the ballot can be hard! Don't worry – the library is here to help! See these resources for discussions on the issues:
  • California Secretary of State Official Voter Information Guide
  • Voter's Edge
  • League of Women Voters
  • KQED/By The Bay Voter Guide
  • Ballotpedia, opens a new window