Changes to absentee voting
As a result of recent Minnesota election law changes, the City will implement 18 days of in-person early voting beginning with the 2026 election cycle.
Residents will still be able to:
- Vote early in person during the City’s 18-day early voting period;
- Request and return absentee ballots by mail; and
- Vote in person on Election Day.
You may vote early at New Hope City Hall, 4401 Xylon Ave N, from:
- July 24 to Aug. 10, 2026, for the primary election (closed on July 4)
- Oct. 16 to Nov. 2, 2026, for the general election
Hennepin County will continue offering absentee voting services during the full 46-day period before the election. Residents who wish to vote earlier than the City’s 18-day early voting period may continue to vote in person at the Hennepin County Elections Office beginning 46 days before Election Day or vote by mail by requesting an absentee ballot.
More information about in-person early voting.
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Voter Information
The City of New Hope holds local elections in even-numbered years, which means 2026 is an election year. New Hope voters will have the opportunity to elect members to the City Council and participate in county, state and federal elections at the same time.
City Council terms expire in even-numbered years. By aligning local elections with county, state and federal races, residents can cast their vote for all offices at once. This approach makes voting more convenient and efficient, boosts voter turnout and reduces election-related expenses for the City.
In 2026, New Hope's voters will have two opportunities to cast their ballot:
- Primary Election - Aug. 11
- General Election - Nov. 3
The city clerk and elections office are available to answer your questions about voter registration and elections. The city clerk administers city, state and federal elections.
Sample Ballots, Poll Finder and More
Visit the Minnesota Secretary of State’s website at mnvotes.org to:
- View sample ballots
- Find your polling location using the polling place finder
- Register to vote or update your voter registration
- Apply to receive an absentee ballot by mail or track the status of your absentee ballot
- View election results
Time Off to Vote
State statute gives eligible voters the right to be absent from work for the time necessary to vote on Election Day and before Election Day when in-person voting is permitted without penalty or loss of salary or wages.
Additional Information
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New Hope Elections Line: 763.531.5160
- MN Secretary of State’s Election Information: mnvotes.org