Still Time to Register for Vote

Those who have not yet registered to cast ballots in the May 19 school budget votes and board elections can do so next week in East Hampton, Bridgehampton, Amagansett, and Springs. 

In Wainscott and Sagaponack, residents who are not already registered voters may simply present identification and two forms of proof of residency on the day of the vote in order to cast a ballot. People who are already registered voters in Suffolk County are also registered to vote in the school district elections. 

East Hampton’s voter registration day will be Tuesday between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. 

Bridgehampton’s registration deadline is also Tuesday, between 4 and 8 p.m.

Amagansett’s voter registration day will be Wednesday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

In Springs, people can register next Thursday from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 3 p.m.

In each district, residents registering to vote will be asked to bring photo identification and two forms of proof of residency. Acceptable proof includes a state tax return showing district of residence, Suffolk County voter registration card, documentation of receipt of public assistance benefits at a physical address, a paycheck stub showing your name and local address, and a deed, lease, or utility bill. Only United States citizens who have been residents of their districts for at least 30 days leading up to the vote will be eligible to vote. Residents may only cast ballots in one district.

Absentee ballots are available by submitting an application to the school district by Tuesday. Voters can call their districts for more information. Completed absentee ballots are due back to the school districts no later than 5 p.m. on the day of the vote.