Voter Registration Deadline Today

Director of Elections Sandra Lewis advises eligible residents in Potter County that the deadline to register to vote, to change party affiliation, or to report a change of address is Monday, Oct. 4. Among the races on the ballot are Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and seats in the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives.

A state-operated website, VotesPA.com, offers voter education resources that can help residents prepare for registration or for voting on Nov. 2. To be eligible to vote, a Pennsylvanian must have residency for at least one month before the election, and must be at least 18 years old on Nov. 2, 2010. Printable voter registration applications and county contact information are among resources found at the state’s website.  More information is also available from Director Lewis at 274-8467.