Early voting is underway in Tazewell County, and it’s important to make a plan and know your options this year. Whether you’re voting by mail or in-person, make sure you have a back-up plan, research all the candidates and issues, and know how to fill out your ballots correctly and safely.
More local voting information is available from:
pjstar.com/news/20200923/2020-voting-getting-underway-in-illinois
fondulaclibrary.org/voting-registration-and-resources/
tazewell.com/countyclerk/CountyClerkElections.
Vote by Mail
How to Request a Ballot:
Call 309-477-2267
Vote By Mail Printable Application
Online Application for Vote by Mail Ballot
All requests to vote by mail must be received by the Election Authority by October 29, 2020.
How to Return Your Ballot:
Ballots may be returned by mail or delivered in person to the Tazewell County Clerk’s Office. To mail, you must affix postage and the ballot must be postmarked on or before November 3, 2020, and received within 14 days after the election in order to be counted. You may confirm receipt of your ballot by your election authority on their website or by calling their office.
Tazewell County is not offering drop boxes, but will accept ballots at the clerk’s office, at early voting locations, and at polling places on Election Day.
Common Mistakes to Avoid Ballot Being Tossed:
- Follow the instructions on your ballot exactly.
- Use the correct type of pen and ink color.
- Make sure you send it out on time!
- Make sure to sign it where it is indicated with the exact signature that you signed for your ID.
How to Track Your Ballot:
You can call the Tazewell County Clerk’s Office to check on your ballot’s arrival, however they have no way of knowing where it is while it is being mailed. It may take some time before they are able to give you any information on your ballot.
Early Voting
Locations, Dates, and Times
In Illinois, early voting allows voters to cast a ballot in person at the Tazewell County Clerk’s Office or by mail before Election Day. You do not need an excuse to vote early. In-person early voting is available through November 2, 2020. Contact the Tazewell County Clerk’s Office at 309-477-2267 for additional locations or more information.
Check on your voter registration and voting locations, early or day-of: https://ova.elections.il.gov/earlyvotinglocations.aspx
Voter registration is available at all early voting locations in Tazewell County. Voters can also register to vote at their polling location on Election Day.
Morton Township Building
300 W Jefferson Street
Morton, IL 61550
Fridays, October 16 & 23 – 9 A.M. to 6 P.M.
Saturdays, October 17 & 24 – 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Sundays, October 18 & 25 – 9 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Washington Township Building
58 Valley Forge Road
Washington, IL 61571
Fridays, October 16 & 23 – 9 A.M. to 6 P.M.
Saturdays, October 17 & 24 – 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Sundays, October 18 & 25 – 9 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Folepi’s Market Place
2200 E Washington Street
East Peoria, IL 61611
Fridays, October 16 & 23 – 9 A.M. to 6 P.M.
Saturdays, October 17 & 24 – 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Sundays, October 18 & 25 – 9 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Tremont Community Center
216 S Sampson Street
Tremont, IL 61568
Fridays, October 16 & 23 – 9 A.M. to 6 P.M.
Saturdays, October 17 & 24 – 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Sundays, October 18 & 25 – 9 A.M. to 2 P.M.
Tazewell County Clerk’s Office
11 S 4th Street
McKinzie Building
Pekin, IL 61554
September 24 through October 23, M-F – 8 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
October 26 through November 3, M-F – 8 A.M. to 7 P.M.
Saturdays, October 24 & 31 – 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Sunday, October 25 – 10 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Sunday, November 1 – 9 A.M. to 4 P.M.
Voting Center on Election Day with Grace Registration – November 3, 2020 – 6 A.M. to 7 P.M.
What to Bring with You
If you are registering to vote when you vote in-person, two forms of identification with at least one showing your current residence address is needed. A valid ID is not required when voting in Illinois but can be helpful if there’s a question about your registration, address, or signature. Bring your own black ink pen if you wish.
COVID-19 Safety at the Polls:
- Wear a mask.
- Wash your hands before and after voting.
- Use hand sanitizer while at the polling location.
- Bring your own black pen.
- Maintain a distance of at least 6 feet between yourself and others.
- Avoid crowds by voting at off-peak times.
- Register ahead of time if possible.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/election-polling-locations.html