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Special election for Ward 4 city council representative 

A special election for city council representative of Ward 4 has been scheduled for Aug. 12, 2025. Absentee voting begins on June 27. Voters can begin voting by mail or in-person at the Plato Building.

  • Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., extended hours available on Saturday, Aug. 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Find your polling place, confirm if you live in the district, update registration, and view sample ballots at mnvotes.gov
  • Polling places in Ward 4 will be open on Election Day, Aug. 12, from 7 a.m.-8 p.m.
  • Candidates interested in running for the Ward 4 seat can file affidavits of candidacy starting May 20 thru June 3, Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Ramsey County Elections Office (90 Plato Blvd W # 160, St Paul, MN 55107)