November 03, 2025
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Minneapolis early voting at second-highest pace

Minneapolis reports more than 23,000 early ballots cast as of Sunday, about 9% of eligible voters, putting the city on pace for its second‑highest municipal early turnout behind 2021. The Early Vote Center (980 E. Hennepin Ave.) is open until 5 p.m. Monday ahead of Tuesday’s election for mayor, all 13 City Council seats, all nine Park Board seats, and the two Board of Estimate and Taxation seats; Ward 6 currently leads early turnout, followed by Ward 3.

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📌 Key Facts

  • 23,000+ early votes as of Sunday (~9% of eligible voters), per city data
  • Early Vote Center hours: open until 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 3; polls Tuesday 7 a.m.–8 p.m.
  • Ward leaders: Ward 6 (3,250 ballots) and Ward 3
  • 2021 is the only municipal election with higher early turnout at this point (26,082)

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