Laurel's General Election: Important dates

Laurel's General Election

Sept. 6 - Last day for candidates to file; 5 p.m. deadline

Oct. 3 - Voting registration deadline

Oct. 9 - Sample ballot posted in city facilities

Oct. 10-25 - Residents can apply for absentee ballots

Oct. 27-28 - Early voting 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Laurel Municipal Center

Oct. 29 - Early voting 9 a.m.-7 p.m. at Laurel Municipal Center

Nov. 1 - Election Day; polls open 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Ward 1 residents vote at the Laurel Municipal Center; Ward 2 residents vote at the Robert J. DiPietro Community Center.

Nov. 2 - All absentee ballots must be received by 5 p.m.

Nov. 28 - New City Council members and mayor sworn in