Elections

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Step 1: Register to Vote

Register to vote in Rochester, including eligibility requirements, online and in-person options, and how to register before or on Election Day.

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Step 2: Learn How to Vote

Learn how to prepare to vote in Rochester, including what’s on your ballot, how to research candidates, and how to plan your voting experience.

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Step 3: Voting

Learn how to vote in Rochester, including options to vote by mail, early in person, or on Election Day, plus key deadlines and ballot information.

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Running for Office

Learn how to run for office in Rochester, including candidate filing, qualifications, campaign finance, and resources from the City Clerk’s Elections office.

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Work on Election Day

Work on Election Day in Rochester as an election judge—learn duties, eligibility, training, and how to apply to support local elections.

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Past Election Results

View Rochester election results and history, including recent and past election outcomes, reports, and information on city officials.

Who Represents Me?

City Government & Wards

Every Rochester resident is represented in the local City government by the Mayor and Council President, both of whom are elected city-wide. In addition, there are six City wards, each represented by a different Council member.

Find ward and precinct maps and information.

Find out who the current council members are for each ward and access their contact information.

Federal, State, County & School Board Representatives

Do you need to know who your state Senator or Representative is - or who your US Senator or Representative is? Use the MN District Finder to locate your state and US representatives.

Find county representatives on the Olmsted County Elected Officials page.

School Board member information can be found on the Rochester Public School Board page.

Where to Vote

Use the Pollfinder at mnvotes.org to find your polling place location, as well as what ward/legislative district you're in.

City of Rochester

201 4th Street SE
Rochester, MN 55904

PHONE: 507-328-2311
FAX: 507-328-2901

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