Politics & Government
New Milford Election Guide 2018: Who Is Running, Where To Vote
Here's what you need to know to successfully navigate Election Day.
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NEW MILFORD, NJ — Election Day is Nov. 6 and here is all the information you need to know about voting hours, polling places and more.
Who is running locally?
Democrat Michael J. Putrino and Republican Jose Alonso are running for mayor.
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Democrats Hedy Grant and Thea Sirocchi-Hurley are running against Republicans Joanne Prisendorf and Jeffrey DelVecchio.
When are the polls open on Election Day?
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The polls are open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. If you are in line when the polls close, you are entitled to vote.
How do I find my polling place?
- Your polling place location is printed on your voter registration card.
- Call the Bergen County election office at 201-336-6225.
- Look it up online here.
Do I need any identification (ID) to vote?
If you register to vote by mail for the first time in your county, you will have to provide some form of identification.
If you register by mail, you will be asked by your County Commissioner of Registration to provide your driver’s license number or the last four numbers of your social security number. The numbers are kept confidential and are not given to anyone.
If you do not have a driver’s license number or a social security number, you can give a copy of a photo ID or a copy of a document that has your name and address on it.
Here are some examples:
A current and valid photo ID, such as:
- New Jersey driver’s license
- United States passport
- Military or other government identification
- Student or job identification
- Store membership identification, like a Sam’s Club or Costco card
Or any document with your name and address:
- Bank statement
- Car registration
- Government check or document
- Rent receipt
- Utility bill
- Any other official document
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