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Monroe County Votes Taskforce

The Monroe County Votes Taskforce, which is made up of representatives from township and city clerk offices and organizations in Monroe County, has created a Toolkit of social media messages and email messages/newsletter articles, PDFs of bookmarks and various sized flyers and PSAs to make it easy to duplicate and share with your community and business contacts to ensure Monroe County residents are prepared to vote in the November 3, 2020, General Election. 

The MCV Taskforce and the messages in the Toolkit are non-partisan and only provide information focused on:

  • Social media and email/digital messages about the Voter Registration Process including important dates
  • Social media and email/digital messages about the options for casting ballots in 2020, including clear information about Absentee Voting, including important dates 
  • Bookmarks, 1/2-page flyers and full (8-1/2 x 11") page flyers
  • Short video PSA's (public service announcements) that can be used in social media, email or other digital distributions (coming soon)

While the MCV Taskforce is recommending an emphasis on Voter Registration through September 22, National Voter Registration Day, it is important to note that in Michigan, residents can register to vote up to the day before the election.

IMPORTANT DATES

Tuesday, September 22 – National Voter Registration Day

Monday, September 21 (on or about this date) – Absentee Ballots to be mailed by city and township clerks to registered voters who have requested an Absentee Ballot

Monday, October 19 – Deadline to register to vote using online or US Mail option

Tuesday, October 27 – USPS Suggested date to cast your Absentee Ballot via US Mail

Friday, October 30 – Deadline to request Absentee Ballot online to be sent to you by US Mail

Monday, November 2 – Request Absentee Ballot in person at township or city clerk office

Tuesday, November 3 – Election Day. Vote in-person at your local precinct or deposit Absentee Ballot in drop box at city or township clerk office before 8 p.m.

Monroe County Votes Taskforce Toolkit

 

Social Media Messages - Voter Registration

Below are suggested social media messages focused on Voter Registration.  There are messages focused on National Voter Registration Day, Sept. 22 and other messages that can be used through Oct. 19. 

Post 9/9 – 9/15: Are you registered to vote? NOW is the time. You can register online, by mail or in person! Visit www.Michigan.gov/Vote.  Sept. 22 is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. Be #VoteReady.

Post 9/16-20: Want to vote in this year’s important election? Then you better be registered to vote! Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/Vote. Sept. 22 is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay. Be #VoteReady.

Post 9/21 or 9/22: Sept. 22 is #National Voter Registration Day! It only takes a few minutes to register to vote online, by mail or in person! Visit www.Michigan.gov/Vote #VoteReady.

Post for use 9/24 – 10/19: Are you registered to vote? NOW is the time. If you register by October 19, you can register online, by mail or in person! Visit www.Michigan.gov/Vote.  

OR Do you plan to vote in this year’s important election Nov. 3? Then you better be registered to vote! If you register to vote before October 19, you can register online, by mail or in person. Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/Vote.

Social Media Messages - Voting in Michigan

Below are suggested social media messages focused on Voting in Michigan.  There are messages focused on the Absentee Ballot process as well as messages regarding options voters have for casting their ballot. 

Post now through Sept. 28: Have you requested an Absentee Ballot for the November 3 General Election? You can do so online through October 30 or in person at your local township or clerk’s office until 4 p.m. November 2. Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/Vote

Post Sept. 28 – Oct. 19: Are you planning to vote absentee in this year’s General Election on November 3? You need to request an Absentee Ballot in advance either online before October 30 or in person at your township or city clerk’s office until November 2. Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/Vote

OR If you are planning to mail your Absentee Ballot via US Mail, please allow plenty of time for it to arrive at your township or city clerk’s office. Or consider dropping your Absentee Ballot off using the drop box located outside your township or city clerk’s office anytime up to 8 p.m. on November 3. Learn more at www.Michigan.gov/Vote

Post Oct. 19 – Oct. 30: Now is the time to request an Absentee Ballot if you don’t plan to cast your vote in person for the Nov. 3 General Election. You can request an absentee ballot online at www.Michigan.gov/Vote or in person from your city or township clerk’s office.

Post now through Nov. 3: Registered Michigan voters have several options for casting their ballot for the General Election Nov. 3. You can request an Absentee Ballot at www.Michigan.gov/Vote. You can mail it via US Mail (allow ample delivery time) or deliver it (using the drop box) to your local city or township clerk’s office by 8 p.m. on Election Day, Nov. 3. Or you can vote in person at your local precinct from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Election Day.

OR Have you moved recently? Change your address with your local Clerk’s office prior to voting in your new voting precinct on November 3. If you moved, or will be moving, after September 2, 2020, you can vote in your former voting precinct. Check with your local Clerk’s office for more details.

Email messages or Newsletter Articles - Voter Registration

Below are suggested messages focused on Voter Registration that can be used as email messages or in newsletter articles, etc.  There are messages focused on National Voter Registration Day, Sept. 22 and other messages that can be used through Nov. 1. 

For distribution/sharing prior to September 22.

Suggested Subject Lines:

  • Mark your calendar: Sept. 22 is National Voter Registration Day!
  • Are you registered to vote? Sept. 22 is National Voter Registration Day!
  • Celebrate Democracy: Register to vote! Sept. 22 is National Voter Registration Day!

Message:

We are excited to participate in this year’s National Voter Registration Day, September 22. This is a nonpartisan holiday celebrated to strengthen our democracy and encourage residents to make sure they are registered to vote in the national election November 3.

Until October 19, residents of Michigan can register to vote online, in person or via US Mail. Voter registration forms are available at www.Michigan.gov/Vote.

Who can vote:

  • Must be US Citizen
  • Must be Michigan Resident
  • Must have proof of residency (can be digital) and includes MI DL or State ID, Current Utility Bill, Bank Statement, Paycheck or Gov’t Check or other Gov’t document
  • Must be 18 years of age (on election day)
  • Must not be serving a sentence in jail or prison

For more information visit the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.Michigan.gov/Vote

For distribution/sharing September 23 – October 19.

Suggested Subject Lines:

  • Are you registered to vote? Register online by October 19
  • Celebrate Democracy: Register to vote!
  • There is still time to register to vote! Do it online by October 19

Message:

It only takes a few minutes to register online to vote. And you must be registered to be able to vote in the upcoming national election on Tuesday, November 3.

Until October 19, residents of Michigan can register online to vote online. Voter registration forms are available at www.Michigan.gov/Vote. After October 19, you will need to register to vote in person at your local township or city clerk’s office.

Who can vote:

  • Must be US Citizen
  • Must be Michigan Resident
  • Must have proof of residency (can be digital) and includes MI DL or State ID, Current Utility Bill, Bank Statement, Paycheck or Gov’t Check or other Gov’t document
  • Must be 18 years of age (on election day)
  • Must not be serving a sentence in jail or prison

For more information visit the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.Michigan.gov/Vote

For distribution/sharing October 20 – November 1.

Suggested Subject Lines:

  • Planning to vote November 3? You need to registered first!
  • Celebrate Democracy: Register to vote!
  • There is still time to register to vote!

Message:

It only takes a few minutes to register to vote. And you must be registered to be able to vote in the upcoming national election on Tuesday, November 3.

All you have to do is visit your local township or city clerk’s office, complete the Voter Registration Form and provide proof of residency (Michigan Driver’s License or State ID, a current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck or government check).

You can even register to vote on Election Day, November 3, at your local Clerk’s office.

Must be US CitizenWho can vote:

  • Must be Michigan Resident
  • Must have proof of residency (can be digital) and includes MI Driver's License or State ID, current utility bill, bank statement, paycheck, or government check or other government document
  • Must be 18 years of age (on election day)
  • Must not be serving a sentence in jail or prison

For more information visit the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.Michigan.gov/Vote

Email messages - Voting in Michigan (Absentee and Other Options)

Below are suggested messages focused on Voting in Michigan including the Absentee Process and other options voters have for voting in the November 3 General Election. 

For distribution/sharing prior to October 19.

Suggested Subject Lines:

  • Michigan voters have several options for casting ballots  
  • November 3 is Election Day! You can vote absentee or in-person
  • How will you be casting your ballot in the General Election on November 3?

Message:

Registered voters in the State of Michigan have several options for voting in this year’s General Election on Tuesday, November 3.

Vote at home/absentee voting All registered voters in Michigan can now vote before Election Day using what’s called an absentee ballot. You don’t need an excuse or a reason. Request an absentee ballot online by October 30 at www.Michigan.gov/Vote or directly from your local city or township clerk. After completing your ballot, you can vote by absentee ballot through the mail, without leaving your home. Or you can also go to your city or township clerk’s office or drop box to return your absentee ballot up until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3.

Vote in person All registered voters in Michigan can vote at their local voting precinct in person from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3. If you moved before September 2, 2020, you need to change your address with your local Clerk’s office prior to voting in your new voting precinct on November 3. If you moved, or will be moving, after September 2, 2020, you can vote in your former voting precinct.

Suggested Subject Lines:

  • Everything you’ve ever wanted to know about voting absentee in Michigan
  • Will you be voting absentee this year?
  • Are you considering voting absentee in this year’s General Election? Here’s how.

Message:

The State of Michigan has launched a very informative website that provides step-by-step instructions for those interested in using the Absentee Ballot option for voting in this year’s General Election on November 3, 2020.

At www.Michigan.gov/Vote, voters can select the Vote at home/Absentee voting tab to have their questions answered including:

    • How do I apply for an absentee ballot online?
    • How do I apply for an absentee ballot?
    • When is the deadline to apply for an absentee ballot?
    • When do I need to deliver my ballot?
    • Did my ballot arrive?
    • What if I have an emergency on Election Day?

I submitted my ballot. Can I change my vote?

Suggested Subject Lines:

  • Be ready to cast your vote on November 3
  • The Michigan Voter Information Center guide to Voting Nov. 3

Message:

The State of Michigan has launched the Michigan Voter Information Center, a comprehensive online tool for Michigan voters to make sure everyone is prepared to cast their ballot during this year’s very important General Election.

At www.Michigan.gov/Vote you can:

    • View your Sample Ballot for the upcoming election
    • Request and Track your Absentee Ballot
    • Verify your Voter Registration
    • Find your Polling Place
    • Contact your Local Election Official
    • Find answers to Frequently Asked Questions

 

Whether you are planning to vote in person at your local polling place or absentee, visit www.Michigan.gov/Vote and be prepared.

Monroe County Votes Logo

The Monroe County Votes Taskforce encourages you to use the Monroe County Votes logo with your email messages, social media posts, newsletter articles, etc. 

Bookmarks and Flyers

Below are PDFs that can be printed or attached to digital messages and distributed. They can be printed two-sided and used up to Election Day, November 3, or printed one-sided if that is appropriate. 

PSAs

These short PSAs (public service announcements) can be used as or in conjunction with social media, email or other digital messaging or on your organizations' websites. There are five different versions of these PSAs.