Elections: General Information & Voter Registration

To register to vote in Belmont, you must be 18 years of age or older and a U.S. citizen.
UPCOMING ELECTIONS:
April 2, 2024 Local Town Election
September 3, 2024 State Primary
November 5, 2023 Presidential Election
 
For specific voting information, please select from the following links:

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I need to show ID to register to vote?

The first time you register to vote in Massachusetts you do need to provide adequate ID. The voter registration form requires either the last four digits of the Social security Number or the Massachusetts Drivers License Number. If you register to vote online, the form will require you to enter the number on your RMV issued ID.

Is there a deadline to register to vote for an upcoming election?

The deadline to register to vote or make changes to voter registration is at least 10 days before an election. The Town Clerk's office must receive new registrations or changes by 5pm on the last day to register.

What should I do about my voter registration if I moved out of Belmont?
If you have moved out of Belmont to another city/town in Massachusetts, you need to register to vote in your new community. This will automatically remove you from Belmont and add you to your new community's voting list. If you are moving out of Massachusetts and are registering to vote in your new State, you should write a letter to our office containing your name, date of birth, and Belmont address stating that you will no longer be a Massachusetts voter.
 
How do I change the address for my voter registration if I have moved to another address within Belmont?

Send a Change of Address Form to the Town Clerk's office.

How do I change my party enrollment?

Send a Change of Party Form to the Town Clerk's office.

*In Massachusetts, the party choices are Democrat, Republican, Libertarian, or Unenrolled (Unaffiliated). All others are considered Political Designations. If you are registered as an Unenrolled voter or a member of a political designation, you may choose any party in Primary Elections. For a list of Massachusetts Political Parties and Designations, click here*

How do I change my name on the voting list to be compatible with my ID?

Send a Change of Voter Name Form to the Town Clerk's office.

What does it mean to be an "Inactive" voter?

Inactive status means that the Town Clerk's office did not receive the Annual Town Census which is mailed to every household in Belmont, per Massachusetts General Laws AND the voter did not return the pre-paid postcard notifying individuals of the change from active to inactive status.

Every summer, the Town Clerk's office sends Confirmation Cards to voters who have become "Inactive." If a voter signs the card and returns it to the Town Clerk's office indicating that they still live in Belmont, they will be returned to "Active" status.

Signing and returning the annual Belmont Census

is the easiest way to keep your name on the active voter list.

A voter may also appear in person at the Town Clerk's office at least 10 DAYS BEFORE Election Day and show a valid ID to be returned to "Active" status.

Can I still vote even though I am "Inactive"?

Yes, an "Inactive" voter may still vote but first must provide a valid ID (see below) proving the voter's identity and current place of residence.

What are valid forms ID I can use?

Click here to see what forms of ID are accepted at the polls.

Where do I vote?
You may lookup where to vote online or refer to the maps below.
To use the GIS map above: Click the link above and click the "Find" tab on the left side of the page. Enter your address into the search field by street name first and number second. Once found, your property will be highlighted in yellow; click on the "Layers" tab to see what precinct corresponds to the color your property is located in.
 
Precinct #Voting Location
Precinct 1 Map

*Beth El Temple, Zonis Auditorium, 2 Concord Ave

Precinct 2 MapBelmont Town Hall, Auditorium, 455 Concord Ave
Precinct 3 MapBeech Street Center (Senior Center), 266 Beech Street
Precinct 4 MapDaniel Butler School, 90 White Street
Precinct 5 MapBeech Street Center (Senior Center), 266 Beech Street
Precinct 6 MapBelmont Fire Headquarters, 299 Trapelo Road
Precinct 7 MapBurbank School gym, 266 School Street
Precinct 8 Map
Winn Brook School gym, 97 Waterhouse St (enter from Cross St)

 *Precinct 1 polling location changed due to new library building construction*

Town-wide Precinct Map (PDF)