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Voter registration, polling and election information

The 2024 General Election will be held on November 5, 2024 at polling locations throughout Franklin Township.

There are three ways an eligible voter can cast their ballot in a Primary and General election.

Mail-in ballots
In-Person Early Voting
In-Person Election Day

Voter Registration

You must be a citizen of the United States; you must be 18 years of age on or before the day of the election & you must be a resident of your present address for at least 30 days before the election.

Register to Vote!

Paper applications must be received by the Township Clerk’s Office or the Somerset County Board of Elections 21 days prior to Election Day.

Election Timeline
Polling Locations
How to Vote

November 5, 2024: General Election

Voting Questions? Call 1-877-NJ-VOTER (1-877-658-6837)

Requested Mail-in Ballots Sent Out - September 21, 2024

Visit the County website to request a mail in ballot.
Voter Registration Deadline - October 15, 2024
Mailing of Sample Ballots -October 23, 2024
Mail-In Ballot Application Request Deadline - October 29, 2024
Early Voting Period - October 26, 2024 through November 3, 2024- Community/Senior Center, 505 Demott Lane, Somerset
Mail-In Ballot Return Deadline - In-Person – November 5, 2024 at 8 p.m.
Mail-In Ballot Return Deadline - Drop Box— November 5, 2024 at 8 p.m.
Mail-In Ballot Return Deadline - Mail – November 5, 2024 at 8 p.m.
Election Day - In-person - 6:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. - November 5, 2024

Franklin Township - Ann Marie McCarthy, Township Clerk, 475 Demott Lane, Somerset • 732-873-2500 x6208

District

Polling Location

Kingston Presbyterian Church, 4561 Route 27, Kingston

Bunker Hill Lutheran Church, 235 Bunker Hill Road, Princeton

Board of Education Building (formerly Consolata Missions), 2301 Route 27, Somerset

Beacon Hill Clubhouse, 1 Beaconhill Way, Franklin Park

Board of Education Building (formerly Consolata Missions), 2301 Route 27, Somerset

Society Hill I Clubhouse, 137 Pear Tree Lane, Franklin Park

Zarephath Christian Church, Children's Ministry Center, 595 Weston Canal Rd, Somerset

Masjid-E-Ali, 47 Cedar Grove Lane, Somerset

Community/Senior Center, 505 DeMott Lane, Somerset

Quailbrook Senior Citizens Center, 625 New Brunswick Road, Somerset

Somerset Presbyterian Church, 100 JFK Blvd., Somerset

Community/Senior Center, 505 DeMott Lane, Somerset

Millstone Valley Firehouse, 2365 Amwell Road, East Millstone

Community/Senior Center, 505 DeMott Lane, Somerset

Board of Education Building (formerly Consolata Missions), 2301 Route 27, Somerset

Somerset National Guard Armory, 1060 Hamilton Street, Somerset

Parkside Community Center, 3 Parkside Street, Somerset

Somerset National Guard Armory, 1060 Hamilton Street, Somerset

Parkside Community Center, 3 Parkside Street, Somerset

East Franklin Firehouse, 121 Pine Grove Avenue, Somerset

Somerset Presbyterian Church, 100 JFK Blvd., Somerset

Kingston Presbyterian Church, 4561 Route 27, Kingston (District 1)

Bunker Hill Lutheran Church, 235 Bunker Hill Road, Princeton (District 2,3,4)
Board of Education Building, 2301 Route 27, Somerset (Districts 5, 6, 8, 9, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34)
Beacon Hill Clubhouse, 1 Beaconhill Way, Franklin Park (District 7)
Society Hill I Clubhouse, 137 Pear Tree Lane, Franklin Park (District 10)
Zarephath Christian Church Children’s Ministry Center, 595 Weston Canal Rd, Somerset (Districts 11, 12, 13)
Masjid-E-Ali, 47 Cedar Grove Lane, Somerset (Districts 14, 15, 16)
Community/Senior Center, 505 Demott Lane, Somerset (Districts 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 28, 29)
Quailbrook Senior Citizens Center, 625 New Brunswick Road, Somerset (Districts 20, 21, 22)
Somerset Presbyterian Church, 100 JFK Blvd, Somerset (Districts 23, 49, 50, 51)
Millstone Valley Firehouse, 2365 Amwell Road, East Millstone (Districts 26, 27)
Somerset National Guard Armory, 1060 Hamilton Street, Somerset (Districts 35, 36, 37, 38, 42)
Parkside Community Center, 3 Parkside Street, Somerset (Districts 39, 40, 41, 43)
East Franklin Firehouse, 121 Pine Grove Avenue, Somerset (Districts 44, 45, 46, 47, 48)

How to Vote by Mail

Three Ways To Vote in NJ

Mail-In Ballots

Mail-in ballots must be requested by the voter. Those who have previously requested to be sent ballots for upcoming elections will automatically be sent a mail-in ballot by the Somerset County Clerk’s Office after September 23rd. New requests for a mail-in ballot will be processed within three days, and a ballot will be mailed out in that time frame.

Mail-in ballots may be cast before 8 p.m., November 7 through the US Post Office, at any of the 17 drop box locations throughout the County, or by visiting the Board of Elections at 20 Grove Street in Somerville.

Mail-in voters who have not received, misplaced, damaged, or made a mistake on their ballot can request a replacement ballot by filling out this form.

Here are some easy, step-by-step instructions on how to complete your vote-by-mail ballot, to make sure your vote counts.

Look inside the envelope you receive in the mail for these items:
- The ballot
- An inner envelope with an attached certificate
- A mailing envelope
Completely fill in the oval next to each of your selections in blue or black ink.
Fill in and sign the certificate, keeping it attached to the inner envelope.
Place the ballot into the certificate envelope.
Then, place the certificate envelope into the mailing envelope.
Return your ballot. How you return it is up to you.
Select one of the following three ways:
- Mail: It must be postmarked on or before 8:00 p.m. Election Day and be received by your county’s Board of Elections on or before 6 days after Election Day.
- Secure Ballot Drop Box: Place it in one of your county’s secure ballot drop boxes by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day.
- Board of Elections Office: Deliver it in person to your county’s Board of Elections Office by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. County Election Officials

Drop Box

There is a Drop Box for Mail-In Ballots for all Somerset County municipalities located in front of the Municipal Building, 475 DeMott Lane, Somerset. The box will open approximately a month before Election Day and will remain open until 8:00 p.m. on November 7, 2023.

Early Voting

New Jersey voters will be able to vote in-person at early voting polling places. Somerset County will have six locations open from October 28-November 5 which will operate from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday during this period. Early voting is considered a completed vote, and cannot be amended later.

Eligible voters who have not requested a mail-in ballot may cast their vote during this period at any of the following locations:

Somerset County’s early voting locations are:

Bernards Township - Bernards Township Community Center Garage, 289 South Maple Ave, Basking Ridge
Bridgewater - Municipal Court, 100 Commons Way, Bridgewater
Franklin Township - Community Center, 505 DeMott Lane, Somerset
Hillsborough - Municipal Building, 379 South Branch Road, Hillsborough
Montgomery - Municipal Building, 2261 Route 206, Belle Mead
North Plainfield - North Plainfield Community Center, 614 Greenbrook Road, North Plainfield

For more information on early voting, please visit the Somerset County Website.

In-Person Election Day

Eligible voters who have not requested a mail-in ballot or voted early will be able to vote in person at their local polling places from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Need to find your polling location? Use the Polling Place Search Tool to find your location.

County Election Officials

Commissioner of Registration
Anthony J. De Cicco
Address: 20 Grove Street, P.O. Box 3000, Somerville, NJ 08876-9977
Office Hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
908-231-7084 (FAX) 908-231-9465
Website: www.co.somerset.nj.us/elections/

County Clerk
Steve Peter
Address: 20 Grove Street, P.O. Box 3000, Somerville, NJ 08876-1262
Office Hours: 8:15am-4:00pm
908-231-7013 (FAX) 908-575-3930
Website: www.co.somerset.nj.us/ government/elected-officials/county-clerk

Board of Elections
Address: Administration Building, 20 Grove Street, P.O. Box 3000, Somerville, NJ 08876-1262
Office Hours: 8:30am-4:00pm
908-231-7084 (FAX) 908-231-9465
Website: www.co.somerset.nj.us/elections/

FAQ Box

How can I register to vote?

You can obtain an application from nj.gov, from your municipal clerk’s office or from the Board of Elections office. Return the completed form to the Board of Elections or to your municipal clerk.
Do I need to bring ID with me to register to vote?

If you register in person at the Board of Elections office, you do not need to show identification. If you are registering by mail, you must include your driver’s license number or the last four digits of your social security number on the form.
If I do not include the appropriate ID with my mailed in voter registration, will I still be able to vote?

Yes. When you go to the polls on Election Day, your signature block in the poll book will have been flagged with **ID REQUIRED**. Upon showing the poll worker the appropriate ID, you will be permitted to vote on the voting machine. If proper ID is not shown, you will still be permitted to vote by Provisional Ballot. You must them provide the proper ID to the Board of Elections within 48 hours of Election Day or your ballot will not be counted.
Can I register my child to vote who is attending college?

You can forward the application to your child’s college address, but your child must complete the application, as his/her original signature is required.
Can a voter application be mailed to my residence?

The application can be downloaded here. If you do not have printer capabilities to download the form from, you can email your address to the Board of Elections and request an application be sent to your home.
How do I change or declare a political party affiliation?

You may download the party affiliation card or email your address to the Board of Elections and request a party affiliation card be sent to your home. Complete and sign the form and return it to the Board of Elections.
How can I find my polling location?

You can find your polling location on our website and on the lower left hand corner of your sample ballot.
How long are the polls open for voting on Election Day?

General and Primary Election: 6 am to 8 pm
How do I become a poll worker?

You must fill out an application and return it the Board of Elections Office. You may either download a poll worker application from the Somerset County website or email your request complete with your address to the Board of Elections and an application will be mailed to your home.
Do I have to be trained to be a poll worker?

Yes. Every poll worker must attend a training class once every two years to be eligible for full pay.
As a poll worker, what time do I have to report for work on Election Day?

Poll workers must be at their assigned location at 5:15 am to prepare for the opening of the polls at 6:00 am for the primary and general elections. Poll workers must be at their assigned location at 1:15 pm to prepare for the opening of the polls at 2:00 pm for the school board elections.
As a poll worker, will I get a lunch and/or dinner break?

Each poll worker is entitled to one (1) one-hour break between the hours of 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
What do I do if I’ve been assigned to work a poll but something comes up last minute that prohibits me from working?

Please notify the Board of Elections as soon as possible so that a replacement poll worker may be found.
What type of voting machine is used in Somerset County?

Somerset County uses the AVC Advantage, a direct recording, electronic (DRE) voting machine manufactured by Sequoia Pacific. The AVC Advantage is easy to use and offers the highest level of accuracy and security.
Are the Somerset County voting machines suitable for handicapped individuals?

Yes. The AVC Advantage is completely wheelchair accessible with no election officer intervention.
In the event of a power outage can the voting machines still operate?

Yes. A built-in 16+ hour battery provides uninterrupted use of the AVC Advantage. Power switches from AC to DC automatically in the event of a power failure.
How are the voting machines tested?

Diagnostic testing occurs automatically every time the machine is turned on. Continual background testing verifies correct system operation and data integrity. Logic and Accuracy tests are performed prior to the current election and a record is placed in storage. Operator logs document all system activity during the pre-election, election and post-election cycle.
How are recorded votes stored?

After a voter presses the cast vote button, the vote is processed using multiple independent data paths. Votes are randomized and stored three different ways to assure absolute secrecy of the vote, absolute accuracy in vote counting, and absolute verifiability of results.
When voting, can I write in a candidate not shown on the ballot?

Yes. The AVC voting machine has a write-in keyboard that allows a voter to enter the name of a personal choice candidate.
When voting, how can I confirm the selection I made on the voting machine?

The visual message display in the keyboard confirms the selection that you have made.
Do I have to vote for the Party I am registered with?

In the Primary Election you may vote for the candidate(s) of your choice representing the party in which you are registered. NJ recognizes the Democrat and Republican parties. You may only vote for the number of candidate(s) permitted for the office that you are casting a vote for. Example – Senate - Vote for One- you may only vote for one. Voting for more than one creates an “Over Vote” which disqualifies the vote cast for that office. Please remember to check the back and any additional pages of your ballot to ensure that you have reviewed all offices up for election.

If you are an unaffiliated voter (a voter that has not declared a party) you may be eligible to vote in the Primary Election. You must declare a party when voting at your polling location or select one ballot, Democrat or Republican, if voting by mail.

In a General Election you do not have to vote for the candidate(s) of the same party.
How can I check my voter registration status?

Voters can check their voter registration status on the "Am I Registered?" page on the New Jersey Voter Information Portal.
Is there an early voting period in New Jersey?

Yes, there is an in-person (polling place/vote center) early voting period for both the Primary Election and the General Election.
Each NJ county will hold in-person machine voting. Each county, depending on its size will designate a minimum of 3 to 10 voting locations for early in-person voting purposes. Early voting polling locations will be open from at least 10 am to 8 pm on Mondays through Saturdays, and from at least 10 am to 6 pm on Sundays.

Voters will also be able to return their vote-by-mail ballots early at a secure ballot drop box, via mail, or in person to their Board of Elections office. Dropbox locations can be found here on the New Jersey Voter Information Portal.
What is a provisional ballot?

A provisional ballot is cast by a voter whose eligibility to vote cannot be confirmed at the polls on Election Day or if they have applied for a vote-by-mail ballot. If, after the election, it is determined that the voter who cast the provisional ballot was eligible to vote, the ballot will be counted.
What is considered an “Inactive” voter?

An Inactive voter is a voter whose address has come into question.
The main way the counties receive this information is via the sample ballots that are sent prior to each election. If a sample ballot is returned as undeliverable or indicates the voter has moved out of county/state, that voter is put into an “Inactive” status and is sent a confirmation notice informing them that they have until the second federal general election after the date of the notice to update their voting record or appear to vote and complete the necessary form or they will be removed from the voting rolls.

Inactive voters do not get sample ballots and are not eligible to receive a vote by mail ballot until they are put back into an Active status. To update your record to active status through the online voter registration or using a paper registration form.
What is the Voter Registration Deadline?

The Voter Registration Deadline is 21 days before the election.

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