New Market, Minnesota Public Records

Minnesota's same-day voter registration allows eligible residents to register at their polling place on Election Day with proof of residence. Those registering in advance must do so at least 21 days before Election Day. Registration requires a valid Minnesota driver's license or state ID number, or the last four digits of a Social Security number. Acceptable proof of residence for same-day registration includes a Minnesota driver's license with current address, utility bill, bank statement, lease agreement, or having another registered voter from the precinct vouch for residence. As an unincorporated community, New Market does not conduct municipal elections for mayor or city council. New Market Township residents do vote for township officers including supervisors, clerk, and treasurer. These township elections occur on the second Tuesday in March during odd-numbered years. Residents can learn about township candidates and issues through Scott County Elections or by contacting the New Market Township Clerk. Federal, state, and county races represent the more significant elections for local voters. Assigned polling places can be found using the Minnesota Polling Place Finder at https://pollfinder.sos.state.mn.gov or by calling the Scott County Elections Office. Precinct assignments depend on residential address. The New Market Community Church and New Market Township Hall have historically served as polling locations for area precincts, though these assignments can change. Minnesota law through Minnesota Statutes Chapter 13 and Chapter 10A establishes which election records are public. Voter registration lists containing names and addresses are public data available for purchase for election related purposes. Campaign finance reports filed by candidates and political committees are searchable through the Minnesota Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board at www.cfb.mn.gov. Candidate filings and ballot question information are accessible through county election offices. Precinct-level election results become public records after certification and are posted at www.scottcountymn.gov/238/Elections. Scott County reported strong turnout in the November 2024 general election, with over 73% of registered voters casting ballots in the presidential race, reflecting Minnesota's traditionally high participation. County voters supported Republican candidates in most federal and state contests, consistent with the area's profile as a competitive suburban county. Minnesota's Senate Class II seat appears on the ballot in 2026, with incumbent Senator Tina Smith expected to seek re-election.Current federal, state, and local election schedules, ballot contests, candidate filings, and certified results for New voters are published by the Minnesota Secretary of State Elections (https://www.sos.state.mn.us/elections-voting/). State-level races include all 134 seats in the Minnesota House of Representatives and a portion of the 67 Minnesota Senate seats, which operate on four-year staggered terms. County offices up for election include Scott County Sheriff, County Attorney, County Auditor-Treasurer, Recorder, and County Commissioners for certain districts. New Market Township offices may also appear on the ballot depending on the township election schedule. Voters should monitor the Scott County Elections website for candidate filings and sample ballots as the election approaches. Minnesota offers no-excuse absentee voting, allowing any registered voter to request an absentee ballot without stating a reason. Voters can request absentee ballots online at https://mnvotes.sos.state.mn.us beginning 46 days before an election, or by submitting written requests to the Scott County Elections Office. Absentee ballots can be returned by mail (must be postmarked by Election Day and received within 3 days), in person at the Scott County elections office during early voting hours, or through absentee ballot drop boxes if available. In-person early voting begins 46 days before Election Day at the Scott County Government Center and other designated locations.