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Nomination Papers Available May 5; Return by June 11

Interested in running for local office? Beginning on May 5th, nomination papers for the Office of Mayor, Councilor at Large, Councilor, and School Committee will be available for you to take out.

To start the process, make an appointment with the Elections Department to take out your nomination papers. Remember to schedule a separate appointment to return them. Appointments are available between May 5th and June 9th. The deadline to take out nomination papers is June 9th at 5 p.m., and all nomination papers must be received by the Board of Election Commissioners by 5 p.m. on June 11th.
 


About Elections

The Somerville Elections Department oversees all local, state, and federal elections, registers voters, and keeps election-related public records, including campaign finance reports. The Department also conducts the Annual City Census. On this page, you can find information on registering to vote, find your polling place, learn how to run for office in Somerville, and more. 

Contact Information
Nicholas Salerno
Board of Election Commissioners Chairman

Monday - Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Friday
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Phone Number
x
4200
Fax Number
Address

93 Highland Ave.
Somerville, MA 02143
United States

Employee Directory

Voting

View Election Calendar


Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on election days.

 

Election Results

  • Election Results

    Results of prior state and local primary elections and general elections.

  • Election Calendar

    View a listing of important dates and deadlines for voters and candidates.

Run for Office

Campaign Finance and Other Public Records

Annual City Census

Somerville residents who do not return the annual City Census form sent out each January could be removed from the list of registered voters. Completing the Census within 10 days of receipt also provides proof of residence to protect your voting rights, veteran's bonus, subsidized housing, and related benefits as well as providing information for the selection of jurors.  

You can return your annual census form by mail, email, or fax, or in person:

Mail: Somerville Election Department, 93 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA 02143
Email: census@somervillema.gov
Fax: (617) 625-5643
In Person: City Hall (93 Highland Ave.)

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