Elections & Voting
How do I register to vote?
Where do I vote?
When are elections scheduled?
MUNICIPAL BALLOT QUESTION COMMITTEES
ELECTION RESULTS HISTORY
View Cape Elizabeth election results dating back to 1998
NEXT ELECTION: Tuesday, November 7, 2023
State Referendum Election
Sample Ballot (Two-sided)
Municipal and Referendum Election
- - A summary of the proposed residential pesticide use ordinance is summarized on the ballot. Click here for a copy of the full text.
Seats Available:
Town Council – Two seats for three-year terms to expire 12/14/2026
School Board – Two seats for three year terms to expire 12/14/2026
VERIFIED CANDIDATES TO APPEAR ON NOVEMBER 7 REFERENDUM:
| TOWN COUNCIL | SCHOOL BOARD |
Stephanie P. Anderson 24 Merrimac Place | Cynthia R. Voltz* 33 Philip Road |
| Matthew A. Grymek 48 Spurwink Avenue | Jennifer McVeigh* 7 Brentwood Road |
| Andrew B. Swayze 19 Meadow Way | Charity L. Hews 2 Purpoodock Drive |
| Timothy L. Thompson 6 Pine Ridge Road | Arienne D. Hurder 27 Jewett Road |
* incumbent |
ABSENTEE BALLOT REQUESTS:
VOTING BY MAIL
Registered voters may request an absentee ballot be mailed by one of the following methods. The last day to request an absentee ballot is Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 4:15 p.m.
Online Request - A Voter may complete the online request form.
Application Form (Fillable PDF) / Application (Download PDF) - A voter or voter's immediate family member may complete a request for an absentee ballot. The application may be returned to the Town Clerk by mail, fax, or email.
Phone - A voter may call the Town Clerk's Office to request an absentee ballot.
Town Clerk
320 Ocean House Road
Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Phone 207-799-7665
Fax 207-799-7141
VOTING IN-PERSON
Registered voters may now vote by absentee ballot in-person at Town Hall. Voters will enter through the south side door of Town Hall (adjacent to the Village Green). The deadline to vote by absentee ballot is 4:15 p.m. Thursday, November 2, 2023.
Town Hall Council Chambers Hours Prior to Election Day:
Mondays 7:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. and Tuesdays - Thursdays 7:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.
Voters are encouraged to request an absentee ballot be sent to them by mail. Absentee by mail is a convenient and safe way to vote.
RETURN OF ABSENTEE BALLOTS:
Absentee ballots may be returned to the Town Clerk's Office prior to Election Day by one of the following methods:
- By Mail: Ballots may be returned by mail allowing sufficient time for the postal service to deliver to the Town Clerk by Election Day. Postmarks are not accepted.
- Drop Box: A secure drop box dedicated to absentee ballots is affixed in the front of Town Hall. The drop box is available until 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. The voter or voter's immediate family may drop off the absentee ballot.
- Drop Off to an Election Official: If a voter prefers to drop off the absentee ballot to an election official, they may do so at the Town Hall Council Chambers. Please enter the south side door of Town Hall (adjacent to the Village Green) and proceed to the Council Chambers. The last day to deliver an absentee ballot to an election official at Town Hall is 4:45 p.m. Monday,November 6, 2023. The voter or voter's immediate family member may deliver the ballot.
NOT REGISTERED TO VOTE?
Cape Elizabeth residents may register to vote prior to Election Day at the Town Hall Council Chambers on Mondays 7:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m., Tuesdays - Thursdays 7:30 a.m. - 4:15 p.m., or at the polls at the Cape Elizabeth High School on Election Day 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Proof of identity and proof of Cape Elizabeth residency required.