In July, a new law was passed in response to COVID-19 allowing all registered voters in Massachusetts to vote by mail in any 2020 election, with no excuse needed.
The Elections Department manages and conducts all aspects of the voting process for municipal, state and federal elections within the City; administers the annual City Census by mass mailing to residents; and maintains a collection of public records including campaign finance reports and financial interest statements.
The Elections Department conducts elections, oversees the collections of census data and maintains a collection of public records including voter and resident lists, campaign finance records and election results. Elections are carried out by:
The Commission also administers the annual City Census by way of mass mailing to the City's residents, keying in the returns and enforcing compliance. Our census information is used by the Assessing Department, Treasury Department, School Department, the Council on Aging, Police Department, Law Department, DPW, Personnel Department, SomerStat, OSPCD, Inspectional Services and the State Jury Commission.
The Election Department provides a variety of supplemental services to assist residents. We offer proof of residency for tax abatement; welcome home bonuses for veterans in the Armed Forces of the United States; proof of citizenship; and life certificates for pension renewals. The Department also holds for the Ethics Commission any Statements of Financial Interest filed by local elected officials and designated City employees.
Register to vote online or by mailing in a registration. To register to vote in Somerville you must be a U.S. citizen, a Somerville resident, and at least 18 years old on or before the next election.
Enter your address to find your polling place, trash pickup day, street sweeping schedule, ward and precinct, and elected officials.
Skip the lines on Election Day and vote early at Somerville City Hall!
See what the ballot will look like in the upcoming election.
This map of Somerville shows the boundaries of each Ward and Precinct in the City.
You can use this form to: register to vote in Massachusetts; and/or change your name or address for voter registration only; and/or join a party, change from one party to another or leave a party. To register to vote in Massachusetts you must be a U.S. citizen, a Massachusetts resident, and be at least 18 years old on or before the next election. (English / Español / Zhōngwén)
In July, a new law was passed in response to COVID-19 allowing all registered voters in Massachusetts to vote by mail in any 2020 election, with no excuse needed.
An absentee voter is a registered voter who will be unable to vote at the polls on election day due to: (1) absence from their city or town during normal polling hours; or (2) physical disability preventing them from going to the polling place; or (3) religious belief; OR A non-registered voter who is: (1) a Massachusetts citizen absent from the state; or (2) an active member of the armed forces or merchant marines, their spouse or dependent; or (3) a person confined in a correctional facility or a jail, except if by reason of felony conviction. Absentee ballot applications are available online. (English / Español)
Not sure how Somerville's government is organized? Want to know what elected officials you'll be casting your vote for? Explore the Your Government tab on the top menu of the website to learn more.
The Secretary of the Commonwealth's website includes Massachusetts' online voter registration system, information on statewide elections and ballot questions, and more.
For your convenience, you can choose to return your annual census form by mail, email, or fax, or in person:
Mail: Somerville Election Department, 93 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143
Email: [email protected]
Fax: (617) 625-5643
In Person:
Download a blank census form to fill out the information about people living in your home and return to the City either by mail, fax or email.
View a copy of the information flyer the City mailed to residents with more information about the annual street listing (City Census).
Information about Somerville's demographics as collected through the annual City Census.
The federal government's website for the national Census conducted every ten years.
Search for information collected by the U.S. Census.
Results of prior state and local primary elections and general elections.
View a listing of important dates and deadlines for voters and candidates.
Check back before the next election for a link to sample ballots.
See the polling places for each ward and precinct.
The members of the Board of Election Commissioners that oversee the voting process in Somerville.
Information on the requirements to run for City office and how to get on the ballot.
View a listing of Somerville residents who currently hold nomination papers.
Search for, and see, campaign finance reports filed by the candidates and elected officials.
The Elections Department offers ADA-compliant equipment to aid voters.
Please be advised that early voting for the 2020 State (Presidential) Election will be available exclusively at Somerville City Hall as follows. If you are not registered to vote, or if you need to update your address or party affiliation, you have until Saturday, October 24 to do so. Visit our Register to Vote page to learn more about your options for registering.
Please be advised that early voting for the 2020 State (Presidential) Election will be available exclusively at Somerville City Hall as follows. If you are not registered to vote, or if you need to update your address or party affiliation, you have until Saturday, October 24 to do so. Visit our Register to Vote page to learn more about your options for registering.
Please be advised that early voting for the 2020 State (Presidential) Election will be available exclusively at Somerville City Hall as follows. If you are not registered to vote, or if you need to update your address or party affiliation, you have until Saturday, October 24 to do so. Visit our Register to Vote page to learn more about your options for registering.
Please be advised that early voting for the 2020 State (Presidential) Election will be available exclusively at Somerville City Hall as follows. If you are not registered to vote, or if you need to update your address or party affiliation, you have until Saturday, October 24 to do so. Visit our Register to Vote page to learn more about your options for registering.
We’re reviewing ways to increase voter participation and support clean elections in the city.
Whether you plan to vote by mail, in person during early voting, or in person on Election Day, there are several upcoming deadlines and important dates you should be aware of for the Tuesday, November 3, general election.
Five of Somerville’s polling places have been relocated for the September 1 and November 3 elections. Four were moved into locations where COVID-19 safety measures could be better put in place and a fifth - formerly at the Kennedy School - was moved in response to resident feedback.
Update (8/6/2020): On August 5, 2020, the Somerville City Council voted on––and unanimously approved––the polling changes outlined below. To find your polling l
Absentee ballots are now available for the Tuesday, March 3, presidential primary election.
Please be advised that early voting for the 2020 State (Presidential) Election will be available exclusively at Somerville City Hall as follows. If you are not registered to vote, or if you need to update your address or party affiliation, you have until Saturday, October 24 to do so. Visit our Register to Vote page to learn more about your options for registering.
Please be advised that early voting for the 2020 State (Presidential) Election will be available exclusively at Somerville City Hall as follows. If you are not registered to vote, or if you need to update your address or party affiliation, you have until Saturday, October 24 to do so. Visit our Register to Vote page to learn more about your options for registering.
Please be advised that early voting for the 2020 State (Presidential) Election will be available exclusively at Somerville City Hall as follows. If you are not registered to vote, or if you need to update your address or party affiliation, you have until Saturday, October 24 to do so. Visit our Register to Vote page to learn more about your options for registering.
Please be advised that early voting for the 2020 State (Presidential) Election will be available exclusively at Somerville City Hall as follows. If you are not registered to vote, or if you need to update your address or party affiliation, you have until Saturday, October 24 to do so. Visit our Register to Vote page to learn more about your options for registering.
We’re reviewing ways to increase voter participation and support clean elections in the city.
Whether you plan to vote by mail, in person during early voting, or in person on Election Day, there are several upcoming deadlines and important dates you should be aware of for the Tuesday, November 3, general election.
Five of Somerville’s polling places have been relocated for the September 1 and November 3 elections. Four were moved into locations where COVID-19 safety measures could be better put in place and a fifth - formerly at the Kennedy School - was moved in response to resident feedback.
Update (8/6/2020): On August 5, 2020, the Somerville City Council voted on––and unanimously approved––the polling changes outlined below. To find your polling l
Absentee ballots are now available for the Tuesday, March 3, presidential primary election.
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