Early Voting Begins Today: Ballots Go Out to Registered Voters for November Special Election

October 6, 2025

The San Diego County Registrar of Voters is distributing over 2 million ballots for the November 4 special election, with voters expected to receive them by the week of October 6. Voters statewide will decide on Proposition 50 regarding redistricting, while those in Poway's Council District 2 will additionally vote on whether to remove their city council representative. Multiple voting options are available, including mail-in ballots (postage-free), official ballot drop boxes starting October 7, early voting at the Registrar's office beginning October 6, and in-person voting at vote centers that will open progressively from October 25 through Election Day.

Who is affected

San Diego County registered voters (over 2 million people)
California state voters deciding on Proposition 50
Residents of Poway's Council District 2
Voters who prefer different voting methods (mail-in, drop box, or in-person)

What action is being taken

Over 2 million ballots are being sent to registered voters
The Registrar of Voters is opening for early voting beginning October 6
Vote centers are being established throughout the county with staggered opening dates
Official ballot drop boxes are being set up starting October 7
Tracking services are being provided for mail-in ballots through "Where's My Ballot?"

Why it matters

The election determines whether to adopt Proposition 50, a constitutional amendment related to redistricting
Poway District 2 voters will decide whether to remove their elected representative on the city council
Multiple voting options provide flexibility and accessibility for voters
Early voting opportunities and mail-in options increase voter participation possibilities
Proper ballot envelope signing is essential for votes to be counted

What's next

Voters will receive ballots the week of October 6
Early voting begins October 6 at the Registrar's office
Select vote centers will open on October 25
All vote centers will open on November 1
Final day of voting is November 4, with all voting locations open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint