Recall Primary

Absentee Ballots   26

Ballots not returned 3

 

Governor             Votes

Scott Walker         243

Arthur Kohl- Riggs    6

Gladys R. Huber        7

Kathleen Vinehout   19

Doug LaFollette         5

Kathleen Falk           48

Tom Barrett             135

 

Lieutenant Governor

Isaac Weix              94

Mahlon Mitchell      129

Ira Robins                 41

 

 

THINGS TO DO

Have you changed your address or name?  Are you a new resident of the city ? Do you have the proper identification to be able to vote ?    If you have moved or changed your name you will need to complete a new registration form for voting.  Also if you are a new resident who has lived in the city 28 days before an election you will also need to complete a new registration form.  You can stop in at city hall during normal business hours and get this done so that you will not have to wait on Election Day or get the form from the website.  Acceptable photo IDs for voting include:

  • Wisconsin Driver License
  • Wisconsin State ID
  • WI Driver or State Receipt
  • Passport Book or Card
  • Certificate of Naturalization
  • Tribal ID
  • University/College ID 

 

Government Accountability Board Website: http://gab.wi.gov/

The Wisconsin Government Accountability Board (G.A.B.) is charged with oversight of Wisconsin's campaign finance, elections, ethics, and lobbying laws.

Voting is easy!

There are two types of voting equipment.

One system uses a computerized optical scan ballot. Voters receive a paper ballot and a marking pen. Voters simply connect the two parts of the arrow pointing to the candidate(s) of their choice. After marking their ballot, the voter places the ballot in a counter, which scans the ballot and tabulates the votes. The counted ballot is then dropped into a locked compartment.

The second type of voting equipment uses a touch screen. Voters work through the ballot by touching the different offices shown on the screen. The size of the print can be increased for easier reading. These machines are also equipped with braille controls and an audio headset for the visually impaired.

Where do I vote?

City of Prescott Voting Site:
City Hall
800 Borner Street, North 

Absentee Voting

State Statues allow anyone who is unwilling or unable to go to the polls on election day to vote by absentee ballot. Voters no longer need to give a reason when requesting an absentee ballot. You can cast an absentee ballot in person or by mail.

Absentee Voting in Person
 Absentee ballots can be cast for the three weeks prior to Election Day.

* Where: City Hall, 800 Borner Street, North
* When: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday thru Friday
* Call (715) 262-5544 to make sure the ballots are available.

Absentee voting by mail
 You can vote by absentee ballot by mail. You must submit a written request containing the following information:

1. Your name
2. Your address
3. The address the absentee ballot should be mailed to
4. Your signature.

You may include this information in a letter and mail to:
Prescott City Hall, 800 Borner Street, North, Prescott WI 54021

Written applications must be received by the Thursday before Election Day.

Election Campaign Sign Regulations

There are a few important local rules to remember when placing an election campaign sign.

  • First, yard signs cannot exceed 12 sq. ft. per sign. Larger signs are only allowed if attached to a permanent structure, such as an existing fence or wall, and the sign does not extend beyond the perimeter of the structure.
  • Second, signs of any size are not permitted in the public rights-of-way, meaning street boulevards and sidewalks, on utility, sign, or light poles, or in any other public place. Signs must be located entirely on private property.
  • Third, you may place your campaign signs at any time before the election, but please remove them within 10 days after the election. We appreciate the assistance of the campaign workers and property owners in removing signs for reuse or recycling and to avoid litter and visual clutter.

Election Officials

The City of Prescott is always looking for citizens to work at the polls during elections. Election officials (poll workers) register new voters, work with the poll books for those who vote, answer questions, hand out and explain ballots, and work with ballot counting equipment. Training sessions are held before each election. Currently, poll workers are paid $7.57/hour, including the training sessions. The polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. A full day for most workers lasts from approximately 6:00 a.m to 10 p.m.  If you have any questions or are interested in being an election official, please call the City Hall at 715-262-5544.