Ashland Town, Maine Public Records

The state offers same-day voter registration, allowing residents to register and vote on Election Day by providing proof of identity and residency. Voters must be U.S. Citizens, at least 18 years old, and residents of both Maine and the municipality where they cast their ballot. Municipal elections in town typically occur in March or June for positions including selectmen - the community operates under a town meeting form of government - along with school board members for RSU 32 and budget referendums. The next municipal election cycle will be in 2025, with voters deciding on local offices and town meeting warrant articles. Ashland residents vote at the Ashland Town Office at 16 Main Street; voters can verify their registration status and polling location at www.maine.gov/sos/cec/elec or by contacting the town clerk. Under Maine law (21-A § 196-A), voter registration lists are public records available for inspection, though use is restricted to election related purposes. Campaign finance reports for state and county candidates are maintained by the Maine Ethics Commission and searchable at www.maine.gov/ethics. Local candidate filings and nomination papers are filed with the town clerk. In the November 2024 presidential election, Aroostook County recorded approximately 35,000 votes with turnout around 68%, slightly above the state average, with results available through the Secretary of State's election division. Maine does not have a U.S. Senate race in 2026 (next in 2026 for Senator Collins's seat). Absentee ballots in the state can be requested online at www.maine.gov/sos/cec/elec, by written application to the town clerk, or in person; applications must be received by the Thursday before Election Day, though ballots returned by mail must arrive by 8:00 PM on Election Day to be counted. Maine allows no-excuse absentee voting for any registered voter.