As the primary election day on June 2 approaches, Santa Barbara County is gearing up to ensure a smooth voting process. Christina Valenzuela, the Elections Division Manager, emphasized the importance of timely ballot submission, urging voters not to procrastinate. ‘We just want to remind everyone to get their ballots into the mail or drop them off at a drop box,’ Valenzuela stated, highlighting the availability of drop boxes throughout the county.

Preparing for Election Day

The Santa Barbara County Elections office is fully staffed to assist voters with any questions, whether in person or by phone. With a comprehensive primary ballot, voters are encouraged to review the election materials mailed to them, which include detailed instructions.

For those who prefer to vote in person, polling stations will open on Saturday and remain accessible through Election Day. Additionally, eligible citizens who missed the May registration deadline can still participate by completing a same-day voter registration process.

Stay Informed

Voters can find more information on the Santa Barbara County Elections website or the California Secretary of State’s website. Local news channels will provide extensive coverage on election night, with the first returns expected in the 8 o’clock hour.

Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.