Voting matters. CRCPL is committed to educating and assisting the community by providing non-partisan information about any upcoming elections.

Important Election Dates

July 10, 2023: Deadline to register to vote

July 10, 2023: Deadline for registering to vote in the August election any CRCPL branch location, at Ross County Board of Elections (will be open until 9pm), or register online.

July 11, 2023: Early In-Person voting begins at the Ross County Board of Elections (check times when BOE will be open)

July 11, 2023: Absentee Voting by Mail begins

August 8, 2023: Election Day – Read the ballot language here

Voter Registration Forms & ID Requirements

Voter registrations are accepted all year at all CRCPL locations, or you can register online.

Not sure if you’re registered? Search online here.

Voter ID Requirements

Make sure your ID is up to date with the correct information. Click here to view requirements.

Starting April 7, 2023, Ohioans who are 17 years and older can receive a state ID card at no cost from the BMV.

Follow this link to learn more about obtaining an Ohio ID at no cost.

Early Voting in Ross County, Ohio

Visit the Ross County Board of Elections at 475 Western Avenue, Chillicothe, for early voting.

Sending Your Mail-in Ballot

Your mail-in ballot, also known as an absentee ballot, will not be accepted at your precinct on Election Day. You can return a voted ballot ONLY to the Board of Elections. You can also return your absentee ballot in-person to Ross County Board of Elections by 7:30 p.m. on Election Day.

Election Day: What is on the Ballot?

August 8 Special Election
Issue 1: Proposed Constitutional Amendment
ELEVATING THE STANDARDS TO QUALIFY FOR AN INITIATED CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT AND TO PASS A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
Proposed by Joint Resolution of the General Assembly
To amend Sections 1b, 1e, and 1g of Article II and Sections 1 and 3 of Article XVI of the Constitution of the State of Ohio

Read the proposed amendment in full.

Be a Poll Worker

Be a civic duty hero and work the polls so they aren’t short-staffed this election – you even get paid!