The deadline to register to vote or update your party affiliation or address for the September 14 preliminary election is Wednesday, August 25, at 8:00 p.m. Massachusetts voters have the option to register online or via a paper form. You can download one from the Elections website or visit the Elections Department in City Hall (93 Highland Ave.) to register in person. Please note face coverings are required in all City buildings. Don’t forget that your form must be returned to the Somerville Elections Department by 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25. 

This year there will be preliminary votes held to narrow the field of candidates for Mayor, Ward 5 City Councilor, and Ward 7 City Councilor. For more information on the upcoming elections, visit somervillema.gov/elections. 

Persons with disabilities who need auxiliary aids and services for effective communication (i.e., CART, ASL), written materials in alternative formats, or reasonable modifications in policies and procedures in order to access the programs, activities, and meetings of the City of Somerville should please contact Nancy Bacci at 617-625-6600 x 2250 or nbacci@somervillema.gov.