Saint Johnsbury Center, Vermont Public Records

Vermont residents can register to vote online at https://olvr.vermont.gov, the state's Online Voter Registration system administered by the Vermont Secretary of State. Registration is also available in person at the town clerk's office, at the Department of Motor Vehicles when obtaining or renewing a license, or on Election Day at polling places. Vermont allows same-day voter registration, meaning eligible residents can register and vote on Election Day itself. To register, applicants must be U.S. Citizens, Vermont residents, and at least 18 years old by Election Day. The state does not require voter ID; voters sign an affidavit confirming their identity and eligibility. As an unincorporated village, Saint Johnsbury Center does not hold separate municipal elections. Residents vote for Saint Johnsbury town offices including selectboard members, school directors, and other positions during the annual Town Meeting Day, which Vermont law sets as the first Tuesday in March. The 2026 Town Meeting will be held on March 3, 2026. Vermont's traditional town meeting format allows direct democracy, with voters gathering to debate and decide on town budgets, local ordinances, and policy questions, though many towns including Saint Johnsbury use Australian ballot (paper ballot) voting for elected positions and major financial questions. Voters can find their assigned polling place by visiting https://mvp.vermont.gov, Vermont's My Voter Page, where residents can enter their address to view their polling location, sample ballot, and voter registration status. For local residents, polling typically occurs at locations within the town such as Saint Johnsbury School or other public buildings designated by the town clerk. Vermont maintains relatively open election records. Voter checklists (registration lists) are public records available from the town clerk, showing names and addresses of registered voters but not party affiliation, Vermont does not have party registration. Campaign finance disclosure reports for candidates and committees are filed with the Vermont Secretary of State and are searchable at https://campaignfinance.vermont.gov. Election results by precinct are published by the Secretary of State's office and maintained by town clerks, providing detailed vote tallies for each contest. Candidate filings for local, state, and federal offices are public records maintained by the appropriate election authority. In the November 2024 presidential election, Caledonia County recorded approximately 16,500 votes cast, representing roughly 68% turnout of registered voters. Vermont overall had approximately 71% turnout, continuing the state's tradition of high civic participation. The county supported Democratic candidates by a moderate margin, though results varied by town, with Saint Johnsbury showing competitive races. The November 3, 2026 general election will feature significant contests for Vermont and Caledonia County voters. Vermont's gubernatorial race will be on the ballot, as the governor serves two-year terms with elections in even-numbered years. All seats in the Vermont House of Representatives (150 members serving two-year terms) and half of the Vermont Senate (15 of 30 seats, serving four-year terms) will be contested. County voters will elect state representatives and senators representing their districts. One of Vermont's two U.S. Senate seats may be on the ballot depending on the cycle, and Vermont's single U.S. House seat will be contested. County-level positions including Caledonia County State's Attorney and several judgeships may also appear on the ballot. Saint Johnsbury town offices elected in March 2026 will include selectboard positions and school board members. Vermont offers no-excuse absentee voting, meaning any registered voter can request an absentee ballot without providing a reason. Requests can be made online at https://mvp.vermont.gov, by contacting the Saint Johnsbury Town Clerk at (802) 748-3926, or by written request. The state automatically mails absentee ballot applications to all registered voters before general elections. Absentee ballots can be returned by mail (must be received by 7:00 PM on Election Day) or delivered in person to the town clerk's office. Early voting in person is available at the town clerk's office beginning 45 days before an election during regular business hours.