Elections

Redistricting

The City of Champlin has completed redistricting, a process that happens once every ten years. As the population changes, it is important to re-draw ward and precinct boundary lines to balance them by population. Redistricting is also the process of re-drawing boundaries of election districts, from local precincts to U.S. Congressional districts.

As a result of the state's redistricting process, Champlin will now be in State House Districts 34A and 34B. This results in Ward 4 being split into two precincts, to allow for two legislative districts. Ward 4 residents living on the west side of Douglas will be in Precinct 1 and Ward 4 residents living on the east side of Douglas will be in Precinct 2.

Please note, the Ward 4 voting location will remain at Jackson Middle School; residents living on the west side of Douglas will vote in Precinct 1 and residents living on the east side of Douglas will vote in Precinct 2.

Where you vote matters and is determined by where you live. In July, registered voters will receive a white and blue postcard from Hennepin County if your polling location has changed. Please note, if you choose to vote early and in person, you will visit City Hall. In preparation for Election Day 2022, please take time to review "5 Steps to Voting" and check Poll Finder.

5 Steps to Voting

1. KNOW THE DATES AND MAKE A PLAN

August 9, 2022 State Primary (absentee ballots available June 24)
November 8, 2022 General Election (absentee ballots available September 23)
- Will you vote early or on election day?
- Will you vote through the mail or in person?

2. REGISTER TO VOTE

Check your status or register to vote prior to election day on the Secretary of State's website.
You can register at your polling place on Election Day. Bring a photo ID with current name and address or bring a photo ID and a document with current name and address.

3. FIND YOUR POLL

Based on the address where you maintain residence, your polling location may have changed, please check Poll Finder before you vote.
Remember, you must vote at your designated polling place based on the address where you maintain residence. Your polling location will be open on Election Day from 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
- Ward 1 – Precinct 1 – Little Newtons, 111 Dean Avenue W.
- Ward 2 – Precinct 1 – Champlin Ice Forum, 12165 Ensign Avenue N.
- Ward 3 – Precinct 1 - Servant of Christ Lutheran Church, 740 East Hayden Lake Rd.
- Ward 4 – Precincts 1 and 2 – Jackson Middle School, 6000 – 109^th Avenue N.

4. VIEW SAMPLE BALLOTS

View and print Ward 1-4 SAMPLE BALLOTS (PDF).

5. VOTE

Vote early through absentee ballot request on the Secretary of State's website.
Vote early at City Hall June 24 - August 8, 2022 from 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.
- Extended hours include:
  - Saturday, August 6 from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
  - Monday, August 8 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Vote in person at your polling place on Election Day from 7a.m. - 8 p.m.

Election Day 2022

Learn how to SERVE AS AN ELECTION JUDGE! If you would like to be entered into our database for election opportunities, please email Julie a completed Election Judge Application.

OFFICES ON THE PRIMARY ELECTION BALLOT

U.S. Representative
Governor and Lieutenant Governor
Secretary of State, Attorney General, and State Auditor
State Senator
State Representative
Hennepin County Commission, County Attorney, and County Sheriff
Judges

ELECTION RESULTS

View election results on the Secretary of State's website.

FAQs

How can I serve as an election judge?

The city hires election workers to assist with each election. If selected, you'll be placed in one of four polling locations to ensure every eligible ballot is cast and counted. You'll verify voter eligibility, assist with voter registration, distribute ballots, and certify results. Election workers are paid $10 – $12 per hour. Apply to serve as an election judge.

Can I vote early if I'm not a registered voter?

Yes, when you apply for an absentee ballot, you will be provided with the required voter registration materials. Please be prepared to show photo ID and proof of residence. Apply on the Secretary of State's website.

Can I place my absentee ballot directly into a ballot counter at city hall?

All eligible voters can vote at City Hall August 2 - 5, 2022 by placing the ballot that was issued to them on site directly into a ballot counter. Votes are counted immediately, and results are reported after the polls close on Election Day, August 9, 2022.

Direct balloting will be available at City Hall:

Aug. 2 - 5, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Aug. 6, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Aug. 8, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Where can I return my voted ballot I received through the mail?

A voter may return their own completed ballot using one of the following options:

In person at City Hall during regular business hours or extended hours:
- Mon-Fri, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  - Aug. 6, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  - Aug. 8, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  - Aug. 9, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- We can only accept ballots for Champlin voters.
- You may not return your voted ballot to any polling place on Election Day.
- Ballots received after 3 p.m. on Election Day will NOT be counted.

Where can I return a voted ballot for someone else?

Under current state law, an individual returning a ballot for someone else will be required to show ID and complete an agent delivery log.

A person may return a voted ballot for up to three people in any election, not including their own ballot, using one of the options below:

In person at City Hall during regular business hours or extended hours:
- Mon – Fri, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  - Aug. 6, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
  - Aug. 8, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
  - Aug. 9, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

An individual can drop ballots for others into a blue USPS box at any time.
- The limit does not apply to this method of ballot return.
Please note we can only accept ballots for Champlin voters.
You may NOT return a voted ballot to any polling place on Election Day.
Ballots received after 3 p.m. on Election Day will NOT be counted.

How do I know if my absentee ballot has been counted?

You can track the status of your absentee ballot at any point in the process and confirm that it was received and counted at the secretary of state’s website. Please note, in order for the tracker to work you must enter all information exactly the same as what you put on your application. You can also check the status of your ballot by contacting Hennepin County Elections at 612-348-5151.

Status notations:

Initialized – Your ballot application has been received by election officials and is being processed.
Sent – Election officials have verified the information on your ballot application and have issued your ballot materials (either in person or through the mail).
Received – Election officials have received your completed absentee ballot.
Accepted – Your ballot is counted. Election officials have verified that you have met all requirements under state law to have your ballot counted.
Rejected – Your ballot has not been counted because required information was either missing or unverifiable on the ballot envelope you returned to elections officials. Election officials will send you a replacement ballot for completion. If this is within five days of Election Day, a replacement ballot will not be sent through the mail. Election officials will attempt to contact you by telephone or email to notify you that your ballot was rejected and provide you with options for casting a replacement ballot.

I already completed and submitted an absentee ballot, can I change my vote?

If the date is more than 7 days before Election Day and you already voted early by absentee ballot, either in person at city hall or through the mail, you may request your ballot be destroyed. At that time you may request a new ballot be issued to you. After that time if your ballot has been accepted, you may not change your vote.

Who should I contact?

Champlin Elections — 763.923.7109
Hennepin County Elections — 612.348.5151
Minnesota Secretary of State's Office — 1.800.600.VOTE (8683)

Note: Elections staff can only provide you with information regarding your own ballot or registration status. We can't give you information about other voters.

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