Richmond County Board of Elections

08/27/2026

08/26/2026

Does my employer have to give we time off to go vote?

Yes, Each employee in this state shall, upon reasonable notice to his or her employer, be permitted by his or her employer to take any necessary time off from his or her employment to vote in any municipal, county, state, or federal political party primary or election for which such employee is qualified and registered to vote either on one of the days that are designated for advance in-person voting or on the day on which such primary or election is held; provided, however, that such necessary time off shall not exceed two hours. The employer may specify the hours during which the employee may absent himself or herself as provided.

08/25/2026

The Election Will Go On as Planned

Recent headlines about court cases and election laws may cause questions or uncertainty. We want Richmond County voters to know that preparations for the November 3, 2026 General and Special Election are moving forward as planned.

Our responsibility is simple: follow the law, prepare for the election, train our Election Officials, test our equipment, and make sure voters have the information they need to participate.

Don't let the headlines discourage you from voting.

Instead:

PLAN how you will vote.
PREPARE by checking your registration and voting information.
ENGAGE by exercising your right to vote.

Election laws and court cases may make headlines. Our commitment to conducting a fair, accurate, secure, and transparent election remains the same.

Questions, 706-821-2340
www.augustaga.gov
www.mvp.sos.ga.gov

08/25/2026

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08/21/2026

The Election is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. There will appear two races in District 3. Special Election for the unexpired term and a separate election for the full term.

08/13/2026

Monday, August 17th is the 1st day we can accept applications. For more information visit https://www.augustaga.gov/2946/Absentee-Ballots
Questions? Give us a call 706-821-2340

08/12/2026

📢 BOARD OF EDUCATION QUALIFYING NOTICE

Qualifying for the November 3, 2026 General Election will be held for the following Board of Education districts:

Districts 2, 3, 6, 7 & 9

Qualifying Fee: $100.00

Special Election:
Board of Education District 3
Term ending December 31, 2026

📅 QUALIFYING DATES & TIMES
Opens: Monday, August 17, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Closes: Friday, August 21, 2026 at 12:00 Noon

📍 QUALIFYING LOCATION
Richmond County Board of Elections Office
535 Telfair Street, Suite 500
Augusta, Georgia

All Board of Education races are nonpartisan.

🗳️ ELECTION DAY
Tuesday, November 3, 2026

Individuals interested in becoming a candidate should complete qualifying during the dates and times listed above.

08/11/2026

City Hall Selfie Day

08/10/2026

Reminder. Board of Elections will be closed until 3:00 PM on Tuesday.

Normal office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30AM-5:00PM. Websites are available 24/7.