Kansas City Gears Up for Election Day: Your Guide to Voting
As we approach Election Day on November 5, there’s a buzz of excitement around Kansas City and its neighboring areas! Whether you’re a seasoned voter or heading to the polls for the first time, understanding your voting options is key to making a smooth trip to the voting booth. Both Kansas and Missouri have made it super easy for you with several options to cast your ballot ahead of time.
Vote Early or Absentee: No Need to Wait!
Why wait in long lines when you can vote early? Voters in both states can take advantage of early voting and absentee voting. If you’re in Missouri, the Secretary of State’s website has all the details on important deadlines. It’s super helpful to get this information ahead of time so you can plan accordingly. In Kansas, similar resources can be found on the Secretary of State’s website for those who may find it hard to get to the polls on Election Day.
What You Need to Know About IDs
Don’t forget your identification! In Missouri, if you’re registered but don’t have an accepted form of ID with you, don’t worry! You can still cast a provisional ballot. This means your vote will count as long as you show up to your polling place on Election Day with an approved ID or if the signature on your provisional ballot matches your voter registration record.
Local Election Offices at Your Service
If you’re unsure about where to vote, local election offices are a great resource. Here’s where you can reach out in some areas:
- Buchanan County: 411 Jules Street, Room 121, Saint Joseph, Missouri – Phone: 816-271-1412 – Website: buchcomovotes.com
- Cass County: 102 E Wall Street, Harrisonville, Missouri – Phone: 816-380-8102 – Website: casscounty.com
- Clay County: 100 West Mississippi, Liberty, Missouri – Phone: 816-415-8683 – Website: voteclaycountymo.gov
- Jackson County (outside Kansas City): 215 N Liberty, Independence, Missouri – Phone: 816-325-4600 – Website: jcebmo.org
- Kansas City (within Jackson County): 4407 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd, Kansas City, Missouri – Phone: 816-842-4820 – Website: kceb.org
- Platte County: 2600 NW Prairie View Road, Platte City, Missouri – Phone: 816-858-4400 – Website: plattemovotes.org
Kansas Voter Information
For our friends in Kansas, there are some important offices to note:
- Johnson County: 2101 E. Kansas City Road, Olathe, Kansas – Phone: 913-715-6800 – Website: jocoelection.org
- Wyandotte County: 850 State Ave, Kansas City, Kansas – Phone: 913-573-8500 – Website: wycovoteskck.gov
- Douglas County: 1100 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, Kansas – Phone: 785-832-5267 – Website: dgcoks.gov
- Leavenworth County: 300 Walnut, Leavenworth, Kansas – Phone: 913-684-0422 – Website: leavenworthcounty.gov
Sample Ballots and Advance Voting Locations
Finding where and how to vote is easier than ever! Both states offer options for looking at sample ballots and locating advance voting locations so you know exactly what to expect when you go to vote. Make sure to check online for this info!
Get Ready to Make Your Voice Heard!
As Election Day approaches, be sure you’re prepared. Check your registration status, gather your ID, and plan your voting strategy. It’s all about making your voice heard in this important democratic process! Kansas City is ready, and we hope you are too!
