Town of Firestone
Regular Municipal Election FAQ’s

While Town Hall is closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, all election processes are still active. There is no anticipated disruption to the election schedule. Below are common questions and answers about the election.  If you have any further questions or require assistance, please contact the Town Clerk's Office at townclerk@firestoneco.gov or 303-531-6264.

 

WHEN IS ELECTION DAY?
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
 
WHEN DOES MY BALLOT NEED TO BE TURNED IN?
All ballots must be received by 7:00 p.m. on Election Day – April 7^th, 2020. 
 
WHERE AND HOW DO I TURN IN MY BALLOT?
After you receive and complete your ballot, you should enclose it in the provided envelope.  Once you have sealed your envelope, you may mail it or drop it off at Town Hall.

• MAIL IT: Include proper postage of a first-class or forever stamp on the provided envelope and mail it.  If you have not mailed your ballot by Tuesday, March 31st, we encourage you to drop it off.

• DROP IT OFF: Save a stamp and drop it off at the 24-hour drop-box located at the front of Town Hall off of Grant Avenue.

WHAT CAN I DO ON ELECTION DAY, APRIL 7^th ?
At Town Hall, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. voters can come in to get a replacement ballot or update/register to vote. Strict social distancing protocols must be observed, so please consider taking care of this early with the replacement process below. Voters can drop off their ballot on Election Day at the exterior drop box no later than 7:00 p.m.
 
I’M NOT REGISTERED TO VOTE, CAN I STILL PARTICIPATE?
Yes! Eligible residents can come to Town Hall on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to register and receive a ballot.
 
WHAT IF I DIDN’T GET MY BALLOT?  MY BALLOT IS DAMAGED, NOW WHAT?
Registered voters who do not receive a ballot in the mail may request a replacement by completing this form and submitting it to townclerk@firestoneco.gov.  If residents email a replacement form, a ballot can be mailed to voters until Tuesday, March 31^st.

WHAT IF I MAKE A MISTAKE ON MY BALLOT?
You can make the correction on your ballot and clearly indicate your choice. Election judges are trained to review every ballot to make sure your votes are counted as you intend.

WHERE IS MY SECRECY SLEEVE?
There is no secrecy sleeve needed. The process for opening your ballot with teams of sworn election judges protect the privacy of your ballot.

DO YOU COUNT EVERY BALLOT-OR ONLY IF THE RACE IS CLOSE?
Your election judges count every eligible ballot and give voters every opportunity to have their vote counted accurately.

I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS, WHO CAN I CONTACT?
We encourage you to visit www.FirestoneCO.gov/Election to view all election related information.  If you still have questions, please contact the Town of Firestone Clerk’s Office at 303-531-6264 or email townclerk@Firestoneco.gov.  Please note, that due to the election this office is extremely busy and will respond to inquiries within 1 business day.