By Andy Hyland

Be sure you are ready to vote in the 2025 General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 4, when voters will decide on local government representatives, including mayor, city council members and school board memberships.

Visit jocoelection.org for a full list of candidates as well as additional election information. Important election dates

• Tuesday, Oct. 14: Last day to register to vote for the general election. Find the voter registration application online at jocoelection.org/registration or at the Johnson County Election Office, 2101 East Kansas City Road, Olathe.
• Wednesday, Oct. 15: Mailing of advance ballots begins. Any registered voter can apply to vote by mail in any election with no reason required. You must apply for each election. An application is available on the election website or in person at the election office. Registered voters who have a permanent illness or physical disability can apply for permanent advance voting status.
• Saturday, Oct. 25: Advance in-person voting begins. A full list of advance voting locations and hours can be found at the election website. Voters can cast their ballot at any location and no application is required.
• Tuesday, Oct. 28: Last day to apply for an advance voting mail ballot.
• Monday, Nov. 3: Advance voting closes at noon.
• Tuesday, Nov. 4: General Election Day.

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. Find your assigned polling site on jocoelection.org/voterview. Ballot drop boxes will also close at 7 p.m. and mail ballots must be postmarked by 7 p.m. on Election Day.

Andy Hyland is assistant director of the Johnson County Department of Communications and Engagement.