Your Borough. Your Vote. Your Voice.
Why should I vote in local elections?
Voting in local elections is one of the most direct ways to influence the issues that affect our daily lives. From decisions about schools and public safety to infrastructure and local taxes, local officials shape the policies that impact our community. Yet, local elections often see low voter turnout, meaning each vote carries significant weight. In the past, Prospect Park Republican candidates have run unopposed, meaning they won their elections with just the 10 signatures required to get on the ballot. By participating in these elections, you ensure your voice is heard and contribute to the democratic process that governs our community.
How do I register to vote?
To vote in the Primary on 05/20/2025, you must complete your application by 05/05/2025. You can submit your application in the following ways:
Delivered to your county voter registration office.
By mail to your county voter registration office, received by 05/05/2025 if you want to vote in the 05/20/2025 Primary.
Click here to download a blank voter registration formIf you are on active duty in the military, or you are a hospitalized or bedridden veteran, you can register at any time. See www.fvap.gov for more information.
How do I check my voter registration status?
You may search for your voter registration status with your Name or your PennDOT Driver’s License or PennDOT ID. Your party affiliation and polling place address will be displayed once you have provided an exact match with the information on your voter registration record.
What if I moved, changed names, or changed party affiliation?
You must update your voter registration if you:
move or change your address,
change your name, or
wish to change your party.
You can update your voter registration online, by mail or in person using the voter registration application form and and checking the correct box under #3 on the form.
How do I request a mail-in/absentee ballot?
In Pennsylvania, registered voters can request either a no-excuse mail-in ballot or an absentee ballot.
Mail-in ballot: Any registered voter may apply to vote by mail in the next election. You do not have to provide a reason for why you want to vote by mail ballot.
Absentee ballot: If you will be out of your municipality on Election Day or if you have a disability or illness that prevents you from going to your polling place on Election Day, you can request this ballot type, which requires you to provide a reason for why you want to vote by mail ballot.
Registered voters can apply for a mail-in or absentee ballot online with a valid PA driver's license, PennDOT-issued photo ID, or the last 4 digits of their Social Security number.
Be sure to provide an email address with your application so you will receive ballot status notifications.
Military or overseas civilian voters can find information here on how to obtain a mail ballot.
Where is my polling place?
The Polling Place Search tool will help you locate a polling place for Election day. Begin by typing the county of residence and city in the dropdown menus. Then enter the street name, the house number, and zip code.
If the polling place is not found, please make sure the information is correct. Click Search again. If the polling place is still not found you may contact the county election office.
Where is my nearest ballot drop box?
Delaware County Elections worked with municipalities countywide to provide 30 secure, ADA-compliant locations for ballot drop boxes.
Interactive map of Delaware County ballot drop boxes
Downloadable list of Delaware County ballot drop boxes
Reminder: Voters may return only their own ballot return envelope. The only exception is to assist a disabled voter or an emergency absentee voter -- and requires a declaration signed by the voter and by the person who provides assistance.
Drop boxes provide mail/absentee voters with the most direct method for returning their ballots – from the voter directly to the election authority, without using a middleperson such as the Postal Service or a courier. Drop boxes also are vital for those voters who return their ballots on Election Day or just before Election Day – to prevent loss or delay of the envelope in the mail.
All drop boxes are kept under 24/7 surveillance during use. Counterfeiting, forging, tampering with, or destroying ballots or drop boxes is a second-degree misdemeanor pursuant to sections 1816 and 1817 of the Pennsylvania Election Code (25 P.S. §§ 3516 and 3517).v
In the event that a ballot drop box is not functional or damaged, voters should contact the Bureau of Elections at (610) 891-4673 or DelcoElection@co.delaware.pa.us.
When are the important dates for the 2025 elections?
02/18/2025 - First day to circulate and file nomination petitions
03/11/2025 - Last day to circulate and file nomination petitions
03/12/2025 - First day to circulate and file nomination papers
03/18/2025 - Last day to file objections to nomination petitions
03/19/2025 - Ballot lottery
03/26/2025 - Last day for withdrawal by candidates who filed nomination petitions
05/05/2025 - Last day to REGISTER to vote in the primary
05/13/2025 - Last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot
05/20/2025 - Last day for County Boards of Elections to receive voted mail-in and civilian absentee ballots (must be received by 8:00 Р.М.)
05/20/2025 - MUNICIPAL PRIMARY
05/27/2025 - Last day for County Boards of Elections to receive voted military and overseas absentee ballots. (submitted for delivery no later than 11:59 P.M. on May 19)
08/01/2025 - Last day to circulate and file nomination papers
08/08/2025 - Last day to file objections to nomination papers
08/08/2025 - Last day for withdrawal by candidates nominated by nomination papers
08/11/2025 - Last day for withdrawal by candidates nominated at the primary
10/20/2025 - Last day to REGISTER to vote in the November election
10/28/2025 - Last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot
11/04/2025 - Last day for County Boards of Elections to receive voted mail-in and civilian absentee ballots (must be received by 8:00 P.M.)
11/04/2025 - MUNICIPAL ELECTION
11/12/2025 - Last day for County Boards of Elections to receive voted military and overseas absentee ballots (submitted for delivery no later than 11:59 P.M. on November 3)
Note: All dates in this calendar are subject to change without notice