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Potter County Board of Elections

Office of Elections & Voter Registration

The Office of Elections and Voter Registration is responsible for overseeing all aspects of voter registration and the administration of elections in Potter County. This office ensures that elections are conducted in compliance with Pennsylvania law, managing everything from voter registration, absentee ballots, and poll worker coordination to election day logistics and results certification. Accountable to both the electorate and state regulations, the office plays a key role in maintaining the integrity and transparency of the democratic process. Residents commonly contact this office to register to vote, check their registration status, or inquire about voting locations and procedures during election cycles.

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1 N. Main Street, Suite 204, Coudersport PA 16915

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Elections

County Commissioners, except in election years for the commissioners, serve as the County Board of Elections and perform all duties assigned to them by the Pennsylvania Election Code. Commissioners lead the County Board of Elections meetings and appoint a director and other staff to manage the election process. The County Board is responsible for certifying election results and voter registration totals to the Department of State as required by law.

The Director of Elections handles all election-related tasks, including selecting and equipping polling places, purchasing and maintaining voting booths and supplies, appointing staff, issuing watcher’s certificates, preparing and publishing notices and advertisements, receiving petitions and nomination papers, investigating vote fraud allegations, announcing election results, and issuing certificates to successful candidates.

Voter Registration

The Director of Voter Registration processes all applications and voter registration changes received through the US Mail, office applications, and reports generated from the Department of Transportation through the Department of State, which are delivered electronically via a Pennsylvania database known as SURE (Statewide Uniform Registry of Electors). This system is supported by HAVA, the Help America Vote Act, which was adopted by Congress in 2002. The Voter Registrar is responsible for approving or declining voter registration applications based on information provided by the applicant and HAVA.

To be eligible to register as a voter in Pennsylvania, the following qualifications must be met: you must be at least 18 years of age, you must be a citizen of the United States, and you must reside in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and in your election district for at least 30 days prior to the next election.

Personnel

Nancy Grupp

Board of Elections

Paul Heimel

Board of Elections

Robert Rossman

Board of Elections

Charlie Brown

Voter Registration & Elections Director

Britney Hauber

Voter Registration & Elections Clerk

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I register to vote?

Please complete this form found on the Pennsylvania Department of State website.

How do I request an absentee or mail-in ballot?

Please consult the Pennsylvania Department of State website here.

Where do I vote?

Please click here to download the list of voting precincts in Potter County.

What about military and overseas voters?

Uniform military and overseas voters may refer to this document for more information as well as the federal write-in absentee ballot and federal post card application.

How do I check my registration status?

You can check your registration status by visiting this link.

How do I become a poll worker?

Please complete this interest form to become a pollworker, or, if a student, complete this form.

What are the rules about political signs?

Please read this notice regarding political signage.

Applications & Notices

Notices

2024 Election Cycle Dates

Date

Event

January 23, 2024 First day to circulate and file nomination petitions
February 13, 2024 Last day to circulate and file nomination petitions
February 14, 2024 First day to circulate and file nomination papers
February 20, 2024 Last day to file objections to nomination petitions
February 28, 2024 Last day for withdrawal by candidates who filed nomination petitions
April 8, 2024 Last day to REGISTER before the primary
April 16, 2024 Last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot
April 23, 2024 Last day for county election office to receive completed mail-in and civilian absentee ballots (must be received by 8:00 P.M.)
April 23, 2024 GENERAL PRIMARY 
April 30, 2024 Last day for county election office to receive completed military and overseas absentee ballots (submitted for delivery no later than 11:59 P.M. on April 22)
August 1, 2024 Last day to circulate and file nomination papers
August 8, 2024 Last day to file objections to nomination papers
August 8, 2024 Last day for withdrawal by candidates nominated by nomination papers
August 12, 2024 Last day for withdrawal by candidates nominated at the primary
October 21, 2024 Last day to REGISTER before the November election
October 29, 2024 Last day to apply for a mail-in or civilian absentee ballot
November 5, 2024 Last day for county election office to receive completed mail-in and civilian absentee ballots (must be received by 8:00 P.M.)
November 5, 2024 GENERAL ELECTION
November 12, 2024 Last day for county election office to receive completed military and overseas absentee ballots (submitted for delivery no later than 11:59 P.M. on November 4)
 

Election Results

2024 General Election Results

The Potter County Board of Elections is committed to posting accurate results as soon as reasonable. On election night, the Elections Office will make every effort to post a downloadable PDF of the results found here.

Previous Election Results

Click here for the official results of the summary of the Primary Election held April, 2024 in Potter County.

Click here for the official precinct results of the of the Primary Election held April, 2024 in Potter County.

Click here for the summary official results of the General Election held November, 2023 in Potter County excluding Homer, Portage and Wharton.

Click here for the official precinct results of the General Election held November, 2023 in Potter County excluding Homer, Portage and Wharton.

Click here for the summary official results of the General Election held November, 2023 in Potter County for Homer, Portage and Wharton.

Click here for the official precinct results of the General Election held November, 2023 in Potter County for Homer, Portage and Wharton.

Click here for the summary official results of the 2023 Primary Election held in Potter County.

Click here for the official precinct results of the 2023 Primary Election held in Potter County.

Notice Dates

Logic & Accuracy

The Elections Office will be performing Logic & Accuracy testing of all election machines in advance of the 2024 General Election on October 7-9 from 9:00AM to 4:30PM on the 3rd floor of the Gunzburger building.

Pre-Canvassing

The Elections Office will be pre-canvassing the ballots of the 2024 General Election on Election Day, November 5th, during regular business hours in the Front Conference room of the Gunzburger building.

Canvassing & Compilation

The Elections Office will be canvassing and compiling the results of the ballots for the 2024 General Election on November 8th during regular business hours in the Front Conference room of the Gunzburger building.

Disclosures

Total Mail-In & Absentee Ballots

In accordance with Act 88 of 2022, the Elections Office is asked to post the total number of mail-in and absentee ballots received by 8:00PM on Election Day. For the 2023 General Election, the total was 642. For the April, 2024 primary, the total number was:

Get In Touch

At Potter County, we are here to serve you. Whether you have questions, need assistance, or simply want to learn more about the services we offer, our team is ready to help. You can reach us by phone, email, or by visiting one of our offices in person. We also welcome inquiries through our website, where you’ll find easy access to forms and other resources. No matter the method, we are committed to providing timely, helpful responses and ensuring your experience with Potter County is a positive one. Don’t hesitate to contact us—we look forward to assisting you!