Ankeny Special Public Measure Election

Yes, you can register at your voting location on Election Day.

Iowa offers online voter registration.To register online in Iowa, you need the last five digits of your Social Security number and either an Iowa Driver’s License or an Iowa Non-operators ID. If you have not been issued a Social Security number or Iowa ID number, you can still submit a voter registration application by mail.You must complete your online voter registration application at least 15 days before Election Day. Watch this video about online voter registration from the Iowa Secretary of State.

You can complete a voter registration application in person. Contact your local election office for information on when and where to register to vote.You can also register to vote and cast a ballot in person on Election Day.Learn more by visiting the Iowa Secretary of State website or contacting your local election office.

You will need to show ID to vote in person. Acceptable forms include: Iowa driver’s license (not expired more than 90 days) Iowa non-operator ID (not expired more than 90 days) current unexpired US Passport valid US military or veteran ID signed Iowa Voter ID Card valid Tribal ID card/document with signature and photoYou may also use Election Day Registration documents to provide your identity and residence. If you are registering to vote after the pre-registration deadline or at your voting location on Election Day, you must provide a current and valid photo ID. Approved forms of identification for Election Day Registration include the items listed above, excluding the Iowa Voter ID Card. Additional acceptable forms of ID are: out-of-state driver’s license or non-operator ID employer-issued ID student ID issued by an Iowa high school or collegeIf your ID does not contain your current address, you may use another document (paper or electronic) to prove where you live. Proof of residence documents must contain your name and address and be issued within 45 days of registration. Acceptable forms of proof of residence include: residential lease utility bill (including a cell phone bill) bank statement paycheck government check or other government document property tax statementVoters without ID: If you do not have one of the listed forms of identification, another registered voter in your precinct may attest for you to prove your identity and residence. If you do not have the necessary ID or an attester, you will be offered a provisional ballot and can provide ID up until the time of the county canvass of votes (the Monday after election day for Primary and General Elections).

Where can I vote on Election Day?You can look up where to vote on Iowa's site. Can I vote in-person absentee?Yes, in-person absentee voting is offered in this election. You can choose whether to vote on Election Day or during the absentee voting period, whichever is easier for you. This can be especially helpful if it would be difficult or not possible for you to vote on Election Day. In-person absentee voting locations may be less crowded, as well. Learn more about in-person absentee voting in Iowa.In-person absentee voting locations may be different from where you vote on Election Day. Check Iowa’s site to find where to vote absentee in person. What do I need to bring?You will need to show ID to vote in person. Acceptable forms include: Iowa driver’s license (not expired more than 90 days) Iowa non-operator ID (not expired more than 90 days) current unexpired US Passport valid US military or veteran ID signed Iowa Voter ID Card valid Tribal ID card/document with signature and photoYou may also use Election Day Registration documents to provide your identity and residence. If you are registering to vote after the pre-registration deadline or at your voting location on Election Day, you must provide a current and valid photo ID. Approved forms of identification for Election Day Registration include the items listed above, excluding the Iowa Voter ID Card. Additional acceptable forms of ID are: out-of-state driver’s license or non-operator ID employer-issued ID student ID issued by an Iowa high school or collegeIf your ID does not contain your current address, you may use another document (paper or electronic) to prove where you live. Proof of residence documents must contain your name and address and be issued within 45 days of registration. Acceptable forms of proof of residence include: residential lease utility bill (including a cell phone bill) bank statement paycheck government check or other government document property tax statementVoters without ID: If you do not have one of the listed forms of identification, another registered voter in your precinct may attest for you to prove your identity and residence. If you do not have the necessary ID or an attester, you will be offered a provisional ballot and can provide ID up until the time of the county canvass of votes (the Monday after election day for Primary and General Elections).

Visit your state’s site to find your local election office.

Registration deadlinesIn person during early voting:Aug 19 - Sep 4In-person at voting location on Election Day:Sep 8Online:Aug 24By mail (postmarked by):Aug 24Absentee ballot deadlinesRequest ballot:Aug 24Voting deadlinesEarly voting (in-person absentee voting):Aug 19 - Sep 4In-person:Sep 8

In Iowa, any registered voter can request to get a ballot by mail. Download your absentee ballot form. We recommend you request your absentee ballot at least two weeks before the Aug 24 deadline to make sure you have time to receive and cast your ballot before the election.What should I do if I don’t get my ballot? If you don’t receive your ballot in the mail, then contact your local election office. How do I return my ballot? Read the instructions carefully on how to mark and return your ballot. You can return your ballot by mail or by visiting a dedicated drop off location. Find a ballot drop off location near you.If you choose to return your ballot by mail, the United States Postal Service (USPS) recommends that voters mail their completed ballots at least one week before Election Day. Find a USPS location near you.What do I need to do if I’ve moved? What’s on your ballot depends on where you live, so your voter registration is tied to your exact address. If you’ve moved, you need to re-register with your new address.