Gunnison Gears Up for 2024 Presidential Election: Here’s What You Need to Know
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, voters in Gunnison have an important opportunity to make their voices heard. Whether you’re a first-time voter or a seasoned participant, being prepared is key to ensuring your vote counts. Every ballot has the potential to make an impact. Here’s your guide to making sure you’re ready for Election Day.
How to Register
If you’re not registered to vote yet, don’t worry—there’s still time! In Colorado, you can register online, in person, or even by mail.
- Online Registration is the easiest way to sign up. Head to https://vote.gov/ to get started. You will need one form of identification. If you are a student from outside Colorado, you have the choice to register here or in your home state, but you can only vote in one state!
- In-person registration is available at the Gunnison County Elections Office, and staff will be happy to help you complete the process. You can find them right in town at: 221 N Wisconsin St # C, Gunnison, CO 81230.
- Mail-in registration is another option. You can download a registration form online, fill it out, and send it back to the Clerk’s office. That form can be found here!
Where and How to Vote
- Mail-in ballots should have been sent to all registered voters starting on October 14, 2024. You can return your completed ballot by mail, or, if you’re cutting it close to the deadline, drop it off at one of the ballot drop boxes located around Gunnison. Make sure it’s submitted before 7:00 PM on Election Day, November 5.
- In-person voting is still available for those who prefer to vote on Election Day. Polling locations will be set up throughout the county, including one at Western Colorado University. The polls will be open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
- Early Voting is another option for those who want to avoid the Election Day rush. Early voting starts on October 28 at the Gunnison County Clerk’s Office.
Western Colorado University will have a ballot drop box outside of The University Center. To find the nearest ballot drop box or polling location outside of the University, visit the Gunnison County Elections website here!
Important Deadlines
- October 14, 2024: Mail-in ballots are sent out.
- October 28, 2024: Early voting begins.
- November 5, 2024: Election Day! Polls close at 7:00 PM. Be sure to submit your mail-in ballot or vote in person before the deadline.
Meet the Candidates
In a crowded field of candidates, it’s important to take the time to learn about where each one stands on the issues that matter most to you. Here are a couple of links to get you started!
Presidential Candidates:
https://www.cnn.com/interactive/2024/politics/presidential-candidates-dg
Get Informed and Vote!
For more details on what’s on the ballot, where the candidates stand, and your state elections in all 50 states, check out this Voters Guide!
This election is an opportunity to make your voice heard. Whether you care about the economy, healthcare, or climate change, the issues that affect your daily life are on the ballot. So get registered, get informed, and vote this November—because your vote matters!