State Referendum & Special Town Referendum
When: Tuesday, June 09, 2026
Opening Ceremonies at 7:30 am
Polls Open from 8 am to 8 pmWhere: Eliot Town Hall
1333 State Road, Eliot, ME 03903
There will be "Vote Here" signage at the polling entrance area.
All Election related material such as Public Hearing Notices, Town & MSAD #35 Election Warrants, Proposed Ordinance Amendments, Comprehensive Plan, and Sample Ballots will be posted as they become available here.
Absentee Voting & How to Request an Absentee Ballot
Casting an absentee ballot is convenient and secure.
Absentee ballots will be available on or about May 11th.
Eliot voters wishing to obtain an absentee ballot and vote from home can order their ballots now by one of three options:
Order electronically through the Maine Online Absentee Ballot Request Service
By completing and signing an Absentee Ballot Application (PDF). Voters are encouraged to mail it or deliver it directly to the Town Clerk's Office, 1333 State, Eliot, ME 03903. The application can be delivered directly to staff in the Town Clerk's Office during our posted hours.
Call the Town Clerk's Office at 207-439-1817 to request an absentee ballot. *Please note: Each voter must speak to a staff member to request their ballot for voter verification.
The deadline to request an absentee ballot by telephone, or by written request is Thursday, June 04, 2025 the Town Clerk's Office will be holding extended hours for absentee voting and voter registration only between 5 pm and 7 pm.
Please consider requesting and returning your ballots early!
*New in 2024 - Ongoing Absentee Ballot Status
Beginning February 1, 2024, voters who will be at least 65 years of age by the next election or who self-identify as having a disability may apply for ongoing absentee voter status Ongoing Absentee Ballot Application(PDF). A voter who qualifies will automatically receive an absentee ballot for each statewide election, municipal election and any other election for which the voter is eligible to vote and need not submit a request for each election. Voters must return completed form to their municipal clerk.
Returning Your Voted Ballot
There are a few ways you are able to return your ballot:
By Mail: Eliot Town Clerk, 1333 State Road, Eliot, ME 03903. Please return your ballot early enough to allow for postal mail delivery time. We are encouraging voters to return their ballots as soon as possible to assist us with early processing.
Drop Box: The official drop box located in front of the Eliot Town Hall at 1333 State Road will be accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is secure, locked, and constantly monitored by a security camera. See photo below.
In Person: The Town Clerk's Office located at 1333 State Road is open Monday through Thursday, 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. Closed on Friday.
Early (Absentee) Voting at the Town Office
You can vote in the office anytime during normal business hours, we will assess the need for any extended or weekend hours and update with a schedule once determined.
Voter Registration
Residents are encouraged to update their voter registration information or register to vote prior to Election Day to help reduce lines. Get more information on voter registration.