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Early voting is open 🗳️

Matt Martin Ward 47 📞 773-868-4747 ✉️ [email protected]
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The 47th Ward Alderman informs residents that early voting for the March 17 Illinois Primary is open at 50 neighborhood sites, including Welles Park, with specified hours. Voters can also apply for mail‑in ballots until March 12 and register at early voting locations. No other policy or meeting announcements are included.

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🗳️ Early Voting 🗳️

Neighborhood early voting is open for the March 17th Illinois Primary Election. Registered voters may cast their ballot at any of the fifty neighborhood early voting sites across Chicago.


Welles Park is a convenient early voting location for many in the 47th Ward, though you can vote at any of the sites across the city.


Neighborhood early voting sites like Welles Park are open the following hours:


  • Weekdays - 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Saturday - 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday - 10 AM to 4 PM
  • Election Day - 6 AM to 7 PM


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✉️ Vote by Mail ✉️

Registered voters in Chicago can apply to vote by mail until March 12th by 5 PM.


Important: Due to changes in federal postmarking policy, it is recommended to return your ballot in the mail at least 7 days before Election Day to ensure if it's counted. If you're returning your mail-in ballot later, you still have options.


  • Drop off your ballot at a secure drop box at an early voting location (like Welles Park)
  • Bring your ballot to the post office counter and request a manual postmark


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☑️ Voter Registration ☑️

Voters can register or update their voter registration at early voting locations. This requires bringing two forms of ID. At least one ID must list your current address.


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47th Ward Alderman | 4243 N Lincoln Ave | Chicago, IL 60618 US
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