Gaithersburg Election Takes Place November 4

Gaithersburg Election Takes Place November 4

Gaithersburg residents will cast their ballots for Mayor and two City Council Members on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

Voter Registration

City residents who are registered to vote in Montgomery County are automatically registered to vote in City of Gaithersburg elections. Same-day voter registration is available for those choosing to vote in person. For information on voter eligibility contact the Montgomery County Board of Elections or call 240-777-VOTE (8683).

Mail-In Voting

The City will use a hybrid process that allows for mail-in or in-person voting. Starting September 5, all registered voters will begin receiving an application in the mail inviting them to apply for a mail-in ballot. Mail-in ballots can also be requested online. Voters with approved applications will receive their mail-in ballot starting on October 5. The ballots can be returned by mail or placed in any of seven secure ballot boxes that will be located throughout the City. Ballots must be postmarked or placed in the boxes by 8 p.m. on November 4.

In-Person and Early Voting

The Activity Center at Bohrer Park is the only polling place available during this election. The polling place will be open on Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Early Voting will take place at the Activity Center on Sunday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Candidate Packets

For those interested in running for City Council, Candidate Packets are available online here or can be picked up at City Hall. Petitions and associated documents must be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office by 5 p.m. on Thursday, August 21. Candidates are required to attend the informational session on August 5. Full details and complete information are available here. 

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