Register to vote in the 2022 election cycle

Olmsted County and the City of Rochester are encouraging residents to take part in the 2022 election process, and that begins with registering to vote or updating voter registration.

Minnesota voting eligibility

  • You are a United States citizen.
  • You are at least 18 years old on Election Day.
  • You are a resident of Minnesota for 20 days.
  • You are finished with all parts of any felony sentence.

You can vote while under guardianship unless a judge specifically has revoked your right to vote.

Register to vote

Olmsted County Elections
2122 Campus Dr. SE Suite 300
Rochester, MN 55904

  • Online
  • Register at the polls
    • Preregistration closes 20 days before each election. If you haven't preregistered, you can register when you vote, either at your polling place on Election Day or when voting early. You need to provide acceptable proof of residence when registering when you vote. More information on what is needed to register at the polls is on the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website.

“As we enter another election year, now is a great time to confirm that your voter registration is up to date,” said Olmsted County Associate Director of Property Records and Licensing Kathryn Smith. “Verifying that your address is correct will ensure that you receive election mail. Following redistricting, you may receive a postcard with polling location information.” 

Rochester City Clerk Kelly Geistler shares, “The City of Rochester and Olmsted County encourage all eligible voters to take this time and ensure they are registered to vote. As the community’s elections officials, we are already working hard to ensure all our residents have a fair and smooth elections process.” 

Thinking about running for local office?

The candidate filing period for municipal and county offices is May 17 through May 31, 2022 at 5 p.m. Please visit the City of Rochester or Olmsted County websites for more details.

Important election dates

Below are the upcoming election dates that impact Olmsted County voters: 

  • Township Elections – March 8, 2022
  • 2022 Primary Election – August 9, 2022
  • 2022 General Election – November 8, 2022

More information

For more information on upcoming elections, voter registration, and other Election Day information, please visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website.

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Media Contact: Gretchen Williamson, Communications Manager, 507-328-6024