Elections & Voter Registration

**COVID-19 Update**

In-person absentee voting for the state primary election begins on Friday, June 26. Visitors to the Elections office are asked to adhere to CDC guidelines, including social distancing, wearing masks, and using proper hand hygiene before entering the Government Center.

Refer to the 2020 Elections and COVID-19 page for additional elections resources and information during the pandemic.

Voting in Anoka County

The Anoka County Office of Elections and Voter Registration provides voter registration and election administration for federal, state and county elections. Key duties include:

  • Process voter registration applications
  • Program/print ballots and test voting equipment
  • Issue and count all absentee ballots
  • Train and certify city, township and school district local election officials
  • Compile election results and conduct post-election audits