A representative democracy relies on active participation.

Did you know only about 66% of Park County eligible voters have registered to vote?  And, that only 54% of registered Republicans and 36% of registered Democrats in Park County voted in the August primary? When so many races in Wyoming are decided in the primaries, every vote truly matters. A very small percentage of Park County citizens are deciding who represents us in Cheyenne and Washington. DC.  Wyoming Rising is encouraging all eligible voters to step up and exercise their basic democratic rights—especially with so many important issues at stake.

Here’s What You Need To Know:

1. Voter Registration Updates: If you need to update your name or address, you must follow the same process as when you first registered. That means presenting your ID at the courthouse, Powell City Hall or Meeteetse Town Hall (or, if making the change by mail, to a notary).  Read the requirements for Park County.
2. Primary Elections are Just the Start: Voting in the primary is important, but it’s not the whole picture. The general election is critical because voting affects the strength of your entire political party. Precinct committeemen and committeewomen are elected based on the total number of votes cast for party candidates in the last general election. These local officials play a key role in shaping our political future.
3. You can register to vote AND vote at the polls on election day, Tuesday. November 5.
4. Write-In Candidates: Did your preferred candidate lose in the primary? You can still write in their name during the general election. For example, candidates like David Northrup, Matt Hall, or David Hill can still be written in, even if they didn’t advance past the primary.
5. You can help another candidate who supports our issues in Fremont County, Ivan Posey is running for the seat in House District 33. Some Fremont County citizens have formed a group to help his campaign.  You can find out more about him and this group at commonsenseforhd33.com.

Make Sure Your Vote Counts

To ensure your vote is counted and your voice is heard, take these steps:

• Except for the 15 days before the election, you can register to vote or make changes to your registration (such as your address or name) in Cody, Powell or Meeteetse:
  • Park County Elections Office: 1002 Sheridan Ave., Cody 307-527-8620
  • Powell City Hall: 270 N. Clark St., Powell 307-754-5106
  • Meeteetse Town Hall: 910 Park Ave., Meeteetse 307-868-2278
  • Less than 15 days before the election, you may register at the Elections Office or change your registration, but you must cast your vote at that time (vote early). Bring your ID.
• Locate Your Polling Place and note the hours of operation.
• Research Your Ballot to know which candidates and issues will be up for a vote.
• Consider Voting Early or Absentee: If you can’t make it on Election Day, request an absentee ballot from your county clerk’s office. If you’re voting in person, go early to avoid the last-minute rush.
• Bring Valid ID: Wyoming now requires voters to show identification at the polls. Acceptable IDs include
  • U.S. passport;
  • Out-of-state driver’s license or ID card;
  • Tribal ID from any federally recognized tribe;
  • ID issued by local, state or federal agency;
  • Photo ID card issued by a Wyoming college or public school;
  • U.S. military card or an ID card issued to a dependent of a military member
  • See the full list of acceptable IDs here: https://parkcounty-wy.gov/county-elections/how-do-i-register-to-vote/
• Offer a Ride: If you know someone who needs help getting to the polls, offer them a ride.
• Be Prepared: If anyone challenges your right to vote, don’t get frustrated—seek help from the county clerk’s office immediately.

You can find more information about the voting process and polling places through these links:

• Wyoming Voting FAQs: https://sos.wyo.gov/faqs.aspx?root=ELEC
• Park County Election Information: https://parkcounty-wy.gov/county-elections/

Democracy Depends on You!
A representative democracy relies on active participation. This summer, Wyoming Rising has been working to increase voter turnout and raise awareness about the critical issues facing our state. Our mission is to protect civil liberties, ensure quality public education, advocate for affordable healthcare, and safeguard our environment through active participation in government.

Who supports this work? Thanks to donations from community members like you, we’ve been able to make a positive impact. We greatly appreciate your ongoing support and look forward to continuing our work for another year of meaningful change.

Please support our work with a donation.

 

Thank you,
Phyllis Roseberry
Chair, Wyoming Rising