Ready for round two?? The city run-off election is happening Tuesday, June 23. Here's your Run-Off Election Day Survival Guide™ (just kidding, it's not trademarked).
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Simplified: Ready for round two?? The city run-off election is happening Tuesday, June 23. Here’s your Run-Off Election Day Survival Guide™ (just kidding, it’s not trademarked).
In the mayor’s race, a field of five has been narrowed down to two. Christine Erickson and Jamie Smith are both hoping to snag the mayor’s seat. Both candidates sat down with Sioux Falls Simplified, the Sioux Falls League of Women Voters, Sioux Falls Live and The Dakota Scout for a televised debate.
You can watch a replay of the debate and find a written summary of candidate responses here:
The other race that’ll be on every single ballot is the At-Large A City Council seat. Three candidates initially sought the seat, and when none clinched 50% of the vote, the top two advanced to the run-off.
For a lot of you, yes.
But, if you live in central or southeast Sioux Falls, you’ve got to pick your next City Council member, too.
In the Central District, two candidates emerged from a crowded field: Zak Okuwe and Zach DeBoer.
In the Southeast District, Sara Pankonin and Mike Crane beat out Brady Kerkman to make it to the run-off election.
Election Day is June 23, and polls will be open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
You’ll vote at the same place you voted on June 2, so if this is your “second rodeo” – you know what to do.
If you didn’t vote the first time around and want to now – no problem (and good for you!). You’ll just want to log in to the Secretary of State’s Voter Information Portal to find your precinct.
You’re out of luck this time.
South Dakota doesn’t allow same-day voting. BUT, if you’re not registered to vote, it’s still worth registering now so you know you’re all set next time a big election rolls around – which won’t be long. South Dakota’s general election (where we’ll pick the next governor, among other things) is in November.
Nothing – but the process will go quicker for you if you have your ID.
If you don’t have an ID, you can still vote. You’ll just have to sign an affidavit saying that you’re you. It’s kind of a whole thing, so if you have an ID, it’s best to just bring it with ya.
Here’s a full list of acceptable forms of ID (source: Secretary of State’s website):
In-person absentee voting is available 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 20 and from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, June 22 at both the Lincoln and Minnehaha County administration buildings.
Per South Dakota law, your employer has to allow you paid time off work for up to two consecutive hours to go cast a ballot.
Results will be shared on the city website, or, if you don’t wanna stay up late, you can catch the recap in Sioux Falls Simplified the following morning.
Reply to this email or text me at 605-545-4565, and I’ll do my best to help you find the answer!
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This week, I've got your comprehensive guide to the run-off election – so no excuses not to vote, OK? 😉 You'll also find, in honor of Father's Day this weekend, a story about a new group bringing dads together.
Sioux Falls Stroll Club started last spring with a goal to build community and give dads a place to connect. Over the last year, it's grown to impact dozens of fathers in the area.
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