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Early Voting Is Open Now!

One of the great things that the work of progressive leaders in Illinois has brought about is the creation of early voting.   This is no longer a new thing, but to many they have been afraid to try it.  It is safe, easy and you can get it out of the way so you don't have to worry about the lines on Election Day before or after work.

Their are 51 sites in Chicago where you can early vote and you can vote at any one of them.  You are not limited to your precinct in the 49th ward for the early voting.  You can vote at any of the 51 sites.

The closest sites to the 49th Ward are:

Edgewater Library
1210 W. Elmdale Ave.

Pottawattomie Park
7340 N. Rogers Ave.

Warren Park
6601 N. Western Ave.

If you work or are traveling downtown you can vote at the Board of Elections Headquarters at:

Chicago Board of Election Commissioners
69 W. Washington St.
Lower Level Conference Room

To Early Vote Remember To:
1) Bring a government photo ID.
2) You don't need an excuse or reason to vote early.
3) Use any Early Voting site, no matter where you live.
4) All sites open Mon.-Sat. 9 to 5, including Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
5) All Early Voting sites in Chicago are fully accessible.

Early Voting Hours:
Monday - Saturday, All Locations, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
All sites open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!
Sundays: Only at Election Board Headquarters, 9 a.m. to noon
Need more info? See below or call 312-269-7900 / TTY 312-269-0027

This is a great voting option. 

If you need a ride to get to early voting please call (773) 973-4949.