Detroit Early Voting Begins Saturday

October 20, 2025

Detroit voters can now participate in the November 4 General Election through multiple voting options, including mail-in ballots and early in-person voting which begins October 25 and runs through November 2. The Department of Elections is hosting a block party to promote early voting, continuing an initiative they began during the August primary. Over 30,000 absentee ballots have already been returned according to election officials, and residents can request absentee ballots until specific deadlines before Election Day.

Who is affected

Detroit voters and residents
Local election officials and the Department of Elections
The Detroit City Clerk's office staff
Residents who need flexible voting options

What action is being taken

Mail-in voting is currently underway for the November 4 General Election
The Department of Elections is holding a block party to promote early voting
Early in-person voting centers will be open from October 25 through November 2
Officials are processing absentee ballot requests and have already received over 30,000 completed ballots
Drop boxes are available across the city for returning completed absentee ballots

Why it matters

Early voting makes it easier for residents to vote on their schedule
Voters have multiple options to cast their ballots (mail, early in-person, drop boxes)
The initiative fulfills requirements from a 2022 voter-approved ballot measure mandating extended early voting periods
Voters can combine various needs at early voting sites, including registration and ballot drop-off
The expanded voting access may increase participation in selecting Detroit's next mayor and city council

What's next

No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: Michigan Chronicle