Make a plan to vote on or before Election Day, February 10, 2026 for the Right Plan. Right Now! Bond Referendum for Buildings. Visit the Right Plan. Right Now! Bond Referendum website to learn more: https://www.montevideoreferendum2026.com/
Absentee Voting by Mail
Vote Early by Mail
All residents of Montevideo Public Schools can vote early from December 26 through February 9 by mail or in person. Find more information on the Secretary of State's website or visit the Chippewa County website.
Election Official: Michelle May
Phone: 320-269-7447
Email: elections@chippewacountymn.gov
Military and overseas Absentee Voting Contact: Michelle May
Phone: 320-269-7447
Email: elections@chippewacountymn.gov
*Important Note: You can apply any time before Election Day for a mailed absentee ballot, but do so early to ensure timely delivery of your request.
Completing Your Absentee Ballot by Mail
Once you receive the ballot, complete it with a witness (a U.S. citizen, age 18+, or a notary). Follow the instructions carefully; missing information can lead to rejection.
Returning the Absentee Ballot You Received by Mail
By Mail: Must be received by Election Day (not just postmarked)
In Person: Return to the County Office by 5:00 p.m. on Election Day.
You can drop off ballots for up to three other voters. You will need to show indentification with name and signature when returning a ballot for someone else. You may not drop your ballot off at your polling place on election day.
Absentee Voting In Person
All residents of Montevideo Public Schools can vote early from December 26 through February 9.
Absentee Voting Location:
Chippewa County Auditor’s Office
629 N 11th St., Montevideo, MN, 56265
Absentee ballots must be returned to the County Auditor's Office by 5:00 p.m. on Election Day or 8:00 p.m. on Election Day for agents delivering ballots.
The County Auditor's Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. They are closed on some holidays.
Extended Hours
Saturday, February 7: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Monday, February 9: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Voting on Election Day - February 10
COMBINED POLLING PLACE:
National Guard Training and Community Center
TACC - 711 South 17th Street
Montevideo, MN 56265
HOURS: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.