Absentee & Early Vote by Mail ballots are now available.
Voters may cast these ballots via mail or in-person at the Board of Elections.
The Saratoga County Board of Elections is a bipartisan department vested with the responsibility for administration of elections in Saratoga County. In addition to administrative duties, the Board is charged with the preservation of citizen confidence in the democratic process and enhancement of voter participation.
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Election Inspectors ensure fair, honest elections and protect the rights and privacy of every voter in accordance with New York State Election Law. Election Inspectors are registered voters who declare to work for either the Democratic or Republican Party on Election Day. Please consider signing up to be an election inspector and become part of the backbone of American elections.
Qualifications
Election Inspectors are a critical part of America’s democracy. Elections simply could not be done without inspectors. They are on the frontline of ensuring access to the polls. For every election, each party must have up to two inspectors assigned to each election district. Inspectors for both parties must also be present for a Primary Election, regardless of the party holding the election. Registered voters who are not members of any party are still eligible to be election inspectors.
Primary and General Election Qualifications & Requirements
o Must be pleasant and courteous to all voters & fellow inspectors
o Be able to speak, read, & write English
o Be a registered voter in Saratoga County if 18 or older
o Be at least 17 years old
o Attend annual inspector training
o Be familiar/willing to get familiar with using iPads and printers
Early Voting Qualifications & Requirements
In addition to the above requirements:
o Must attend annual Election Day & Early Voting Training
o Must have worked at least 1 Election Day prior
o Required to work Election Day as well
o Note that only the Board of Elections staff schedule Early Voting Inspectors
o Note that inspectors will not be assigned to work every day of Early Voting
Work Hours
The polls are open on Election Day 6am-9pm. The polls are open during Early Voting either 9am-5pm or 12pm-8pm. Inspectors are required to arrive 30 minutes prior to the polls opening and stay until after the polls close.
Pay Rates
• Election Day: $260/day
• Early Voting: $150/day
Training
Inspectors are required to attend annual training. Training is held at the Board of Elections Office at varying times and dates. Inspectors are paid $25 for attending training.
FAQ
Have more questions? Read our Frequently Asked Questions about Election Inspectors.
Sign up to Become an Election Inspector
Ready to serve your community as an Election Inspector? Please fill out our online form.
Training Log In for current Election Inspectors
Current Election Inspectors can access training documents by logging into our secure training page.
Poll Site Search, Voter Registration, and Mail Ballot Tracker is available through the NY State Board of Elections
| 2026 | General Election Non-Family Limit | General Election Family Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Countywide | $9,094 | $45,468 |
| Ballston | $1,000 | $2,549 |
| Charlton | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Clifton Park | $1,523 | $7,615 |
| Corinth | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Day | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Edinburg | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Galway | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Greenfield | $1,000 | $1,553 |
| Hadley | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Halfmoon | $1,000 | $4,867 |
| Malta | $1,000 | $3,379 |
| Mechanicville | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Milton | $1,000 | $3,565 |
| Moreau | $1,000 | $2,977 |
| Northumberland | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Providence | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Saratoga | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Saratoga Springs | $1,049 | $5,241 |
| Stillwater | $1,000 | $1,939 |
| Waterford | $1,000 | $1,466 |
| Wilton | $1,000 | $3,476 |
Countywide
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 52,830 | $2,642 | $13,208 |
| Republican | 63,683 | $3,185 | $15,921 |
| Conservative | 3,395 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 645 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Ballston
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 2,861 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 3,614 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 190 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 25 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Charlton
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 846 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 1,549 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 87 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 9 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Clifton Park
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 9,616 | $1,000 | $2,404 |
| Republican | 9,184 | $1,000 | $2,296 |
| Conservative | 529 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 75 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Corinth
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 795 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 2,203 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 84 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 21 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Day
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 93 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 439 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 20 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 4 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Edinburg
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 207 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 666 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 32 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 0 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Galway
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 576 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 1,308 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 89 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 9 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Greenfield
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 1,689 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 2,498 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 120 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 26 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Hadley
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 207 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 819 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 30 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 4 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Halfmoon
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 5,699 | $1,000 | $1,425 |
| Republican | 6,269 | $1,000 | $1,568 |
| Conservative | 406 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 92 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Malta
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 3,974 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 4,559 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 241 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 37 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Mechanicville
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 908 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 1,041 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 71 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 16 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Milton
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 3,845 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 5,567 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 233 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 54 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Moreau
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 3,035 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 4,671 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 244 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 56 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Northumberland
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 864 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 1,578 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 81 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 23 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Providence
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 259 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 777 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 28 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 1 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Saratoga
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 1,196 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 1,620 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 83 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 16 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Saratoga Springs
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 8,285 | $1,000 | $2,072 |
| Republican | 5,662 | $1,000 | $1,416 |
| Conservative | 248 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 76 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Stillwater
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 1,967 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 2,947 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 217 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 33 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Waterford
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 1,622 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 1,715 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 123 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 28 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
Wilton
| Party | Enrollment | Primary Non-Family Limit | Primary Family Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | 4,279 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Republican | 4,929 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Conservative | 235 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| Working Families | 34 | $1,000 | $1,250 |
| 2026 Early Voting Dates | Time |
|---|---|
| Saturday, October 24 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday, October 25 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Monday, October 26 | 12:00 noon – 8:00pm |
| Tuesday, October 27 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Wednesday, October 28 | 12:00 noon – 8:00pm |
| Thursday, October 29 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Friday, October 30 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Saturday, October 31 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Sunday, November 1 | 9:00am – 5:00pm |
| Early Voting Locations |
|---|
| BOE/Auditorium: 50 West High St, Ballston Spa |
| Clifton Park Center Mall: Movie Entrance, Clifton Park |
| Greenfield Firehouse #1: 13 S. Greenfield Rd, Greenfield Center |
| Malta Community Center: 1 Bayberry Dr, Malta |
| Saratoga Springs Rec Center: 15 Vanderbilt Ave, Saratoga Springs |
| Gavin Park: 10 Lewis Dr., Wilton |
Election Law § 4–102 mandates that Boards of Elections post maps and downloadable Shapefiles of relevant election districts to their websites. The downloadable digital file formats are compatible with geographic information system (GIS) software, such as shapefile, geodatabase, KML, or other similar vector based GIS file types.
Inspectors are required to attend annual training. Training is held at the Board of Elections Office at varying times and dates.
The Fall Training ended on October 1, 2026.
Current Election Inspectors can access training documents by logging into our secure training page.
The NY State Board of Elections ensures complete Election security.
February/March/April
• February 1st: Certification of offices to be filled at 2026 General Election by SBOE and CBOE
• February 10th: Party Calls for State and County party chairs to file statement of party positions to be filled at Primary
• February 14th: Party Change Deadline until post Primary Election Certification
• February 20th: List of Registered Voters; Publication of February Enrollment
• February 24th: First day to hold a caucus/First day to circulate DESIGNATING petitions
• March 21st: First day to circulate OPPORTUNITY TO BALLOT petitions
• March 30th: First day to file DESIGNATING petitions
• April 2nd: Last day to circulate DESIGNATING petitions
• April 6th: Last day to file DESIGNATING petitions
• April 9th: Last day to file OPPORTUNITY TO BALLOT petitions
• April 10th: Last day to authorize and accept or decline designations
• April 14th: First day to circulate INDEPENDENT NOMINATING petitions
• April 30th: Certification of Primary Ballot by CBOE
May/June/July/August
• May 8th: Deadline for CBOE to transmit ballots to eligible Military/UOCAVA/Special Federal Voters for Primary
• May 19th: First day to file an INDEPENDENT NOMINATING petition
• May 26th: Last day to file an INDEPENDENT NOMINATING petition
• May 29th: Last day to accept or decline a nomination
• June 8th: Change of Address deadline for Primary Election
• June 13th: Voter Registration and Absentee Application deadline for Primary Election
• June 13th-21st: EARLY VOTING FOR PRIMARY ELECTION
• June 16th: Last day for CBOE to receive Mil/SF/UOCAVA absentee application if already registered
• June 22nd: Last day to apply in person for absentee ballot
• June 23rd: PRIMARY ELECTION DAY-Last day to postmark absentee ballot
• July 6th-13th: Canvass, Recanvass, Audit, and Certification due by CBOE for Primary Election
• July 23rd: Last day to file Certificate of Nomination to fill a vacancy pursuant to NYS EL 6-116, -104, -158(6)
• August 3rd: Deadline for vacancies to be filled in this years General Election and propositions on ballot are due 3 months ahead of the General Election
• August 6th-12th: Judicial Convention
September/October/November
• September 10th: Certification of General Election ballot by CBOE
• September 18th: Deadline to transmit absentee ballots to eligible Military/Special Federal/UOCAVA voters
• October 19th: Change of Address deadline for General Election
• October 24th: Voter Registration and Absentee Application deadline for General Election
• October 24th-November 1st: EARLY VOTING FOR GENERAL ELECTION
• October 27th: Last day for CBOE to receive Mil/SF/UOCAVA absentee application if already registered
• November 2nd: last day to apply in person for absentee ballot
• November 3rd: GENERAL ELECTION DAY-Last day to postmark absentee ballot
• November 18th-28th: Canvass, Recanvass, Audit, and Certification due by CBOE for General Election
Download the State Board of Elections 2026 political calendar
Visit the New York State Board of Elections for information about registration and voting deadlines
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Saratoga County Board of Elections
General Election Poll Sites – November 3, 2026
6:00am – 9:00pm
All Polling Places are Accessible
See the complete list of the 2026 In-Person Early Voting Poll Sites
See the complete list of the 2026 General Election Poll Sites
Download the Large-print Voter Registration Form
Federal Post Card Application – for overseas and military absentee voters
Election Inspector Sign-Up Form
Information about running for office is available at the NY State Board of Elections
2026
2026 Designating Petitions – Minimum Signature Requirements
2025
2025 Independent Nominating Petition Signature Requirements
2025 Designating Petitions – Minimum Signature Requirements
Notice to Voters – Town of Wilton:
Due to Congressional redistricting, some voters in the Town of Wilton had their election district changed. Look up your district and poll site.
Registering to Vote
To register to vote for the first time, or to make any changes to your voter record, including your party affiliation, complete and submit a voter registration form. Forms must either be dropped off in-person or mailed to: Saratoga County Board of Elections, 50 W. High St, Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Party changes
All party changes submitted on or before February 14th of each year will take effect immediately. Party changes submitted after February 14th will not take effect until one week after the Primary Election.
Address changes
To change your address, fill out and mail a voter registration form to your County Board of Elections. Your new address will go in box 8.
Name changes
To change your name, fill out and mail a voter registration form to your County Board of Elections. Your new name will go in box 3 and be sure that your signature reflects your name change.
Get information about ways to register to vote.
Request a Ballot
If you are unable to vote in-person on Election Day, there are other options available to you. To learn more about alternatives to in-person voting, visit the New York State Board of Elections Request a Ballot Page.
You can easily request a ballot through the following New York State Ballot Request Portals:
Early Mail Ballot
Who May Apply for an Early Mail Ballot
Any registered voter may apply for an early mail ballot. Each person must apply for themselves. It is a felony to make a false statement in an application for an early mail ballot, to attempt to cast an illegal ballot, or to help anyone to cast an illegal ballot.
How to Apply for an Early Mail Ballot
You may apply for an early mail ballot in any of the following ways:
- Using the online Early Mail Ballot Request Portal
- If you are visually impaired and require a ballot with accessible features you may apply using the online Accessible Ballot Request Portal
- By going in-person to your local county board of elections
- By designating another person to deliver your application in-person to your local county board of elections and receive your ballot
Absentee Ballot
Qualifications to Vote by Absentee Ballot
- Absent from your county or, if a resident of New York City absent from the five boroughs, on Election Day
- Unable to appear at the polls due to temporary or permanent illness or disability
- Unable to appear because you are the primary care giver of one or more individuals who are ill or physically disabled
- A resident or patient of a Veterans Health Administration Hospital
- In jail or prison for any reason other than a felony conviction. This includes anyone who is awaiting grand jury action, awaiting trial, or serving a sentence for a misdemeanor
How to Apply for an Absentee Ballot
You may apply for an absentee ballot in any of the following ways:
- Using the online Absentee Ballot Request Portal
- If you are visually impaired and require a ballot with accessible features you may apply using the online Accessible Ballot Request Portal
- By going in-person to your local county board of elections
- By designating another person to deliver your application in-person to your local county board of elections and receive your ballot
Notice to Military & Overseas Absentee Voters:
While you may submit your Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) electronically, we must also receive the original application with your signature in order to open and canvass your ballot. It is recommended that you include the original application in the return envelope provided to you along with your sealed ballot. Please do not put the application in the sealed ballot envelope.
Accessible Absentee Voting
Voters with a visual impairment that require a ballot with accessible features may apply using the online Accessible Ballot Request Portal.
Voters using the accessible absentee ballot system in need of printing services in order to print their ballot can access such services at certain public printing resources, including but not limited to, libraries, print stores, shipping stores, and office supply stores. Voters should contact their local printing resources for details on the printing services offered.
In-person voting using an accessible Ballot Marking Device (“BMD”) during early voting or on Election Day is still available to voters with a disability who do not want to vote by absentee ballot using the accessible absentee ballot system.
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