Chattooga County residents can now cast their ballots early for the upcoming Special Democratic Primary Runoff, with advance voting commencing today, Monday, July 7th, at the Registrar’s Office in Summerville.

The runoff election, scheduled for Tuesday, July 15th, will determine the Democratic nominee for a spot on the Public Service Commission. Only voters who did not participate in the Republican primary are eligible to cast a ballot in this Democratic runoff. The voter registration deadline for this election was May 19th.

Advance Voting Details:

• Dates: Monday, July 7th through Friday, July 11th
• Time: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM daily
• Location: Registrar’s Office, Summerville
• Note: There will be no Saturday voting for this runoff.

The Chattooga County Board of Elections reports a significantly low number of absentee ballots issued so far, with only one absentee-by-mail ballot issued and none returned. Voters wishing to vote by mail must submit their Absentee by Mail applications by the end of today, July 7th.

Election Day Details (Tuesday, July 15th):

• Time: 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Location: Chattooga County Civic Center only. This will be the sole polling location open on Election Day.

Voters are reminded to bring a valid photo ID when casting their ballot, whether during the advance voting period or on Election Day. Election officials strongly encourage all eligible voters to take advantage of the advance voting period or make plans to vote in person on July 15th to ensure their voice is heard in this important primary race.