Notice of Election and Public Meetings
Pierce County Canvassing Board
General Election November 4, 2025
The following districts have propositions on the ballot:
City of Gig Harbor – Proposition 1 – Additional Sales and Use Tax Supporting Adopted Cultural Program
City of Milton – Proposition 1 – Sale, Possession, and Discharge of Consumer Fireworks Within the City of Milton
Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1 – Proposition 1 – Replacement Educational Programs & Operations Levy
Steilacoom Historical School District No. 1 – Proposition 2 – Replacement Capital Projects Levy
Yelm Community Schools – Proposition 1 – Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy
Orting School District No. 344 – Proposition 1 – General Obligation Bonds
Auburn School District No. 408 – Proposition 1 – School Construction and Replacement Bonds
Auburn School District No. 408 – Proposition 2 – Safety, Security, Facility Improvements, and Technology Replacement Levy
Fire District No. 13 (Browns Pt./Dash Pt.) – Proposition 1 – EMS Levy Lid Lift 2025
Fire District No. 14 (Riverside) – Proposition 1 – Maintenance and Operations Levy
Deadlines for Current and First-time Voters - Voter Registration - Monday, October 27, 2025 is the last day for Pierce County Elections to receive online, from the DOL, or paper registrations by mail. Register online at VoteWA.Gov or at the DOL. Individuals can register, transfer, or update their registration in-person through Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at the Pierce County Election Center located at 2501 S 35th St Suite C, Tacoma, WA 98409.
How a Voter Can Obtain a Ballot – (1) Online - VoteWA.gov (2) By mail - Call us at (253) 798-VOTE (8683) and we will mail you a ballot (3) In person at the Pierce County Election Center located at 2501 S 35th St Suite C, Tacoma, WA 98409.
Assistance to Elderly and Disabled Persons- Accessible marking units are available at the Pierce County Election Center beginning Friday, October 17, 2025, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. M-F. Accessible voting will also be available during extended hours at the Pierce County Election Center (see days and hours below.)
Extended Hours (for last minute help) – Extended hours will occur on the following dates and hours. Monday, November 3, 8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., and Tuesday, November 4, 8:30 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Services include voter registration, disability assistance, and ballot issuance.
Points of Assistance – On Election Day, November 4, 2025 the Pierce County Library System, Tacoma Public Libraires, and the Puyallup Public Library will serve as Points of Assistance. If you are unable to reach the Voting Center on Election Day, visit a library for assistance with connecting to our office for voter services (voter registration, replacement ballots and general assistance). Libraries will be available during their regular business hours up until 8 p.m. to help and assist voters on November 4, 2025 only.
Student Engagement Hub – University staff are available to help student voters access and print a ballot. UW Tacoma, University Y Student Center, 1710 Market St, Tacoma, WA 98402, Nov. 4 only - 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.
Pierce County Jail – Beginning Friday, October 17, 2025 the Pierce County Jail will serve as a Point of Assistance. Eligible voters who request assistance in jail will be connected to elections officials for voter services (voter registration, replacement ballots and general assistance).
Public Meetings -The Canvassing Board of Pierce County, pursuant to chapter 29A.60 RCW, will hold open public meetings at the dates and times listed below. A record of the canvassing and certification meetings is available for public inspection and copying.
Accessible Voting Unit pretesting – October 14, 2025 7:45 a.m.;
Logic and Accuracy Test – October 14, 2025 8:30 a.m.;
Ballot Processing – October 20 – November 24, 2025 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; (extended hours, if necessary);
Post-Election Audit of Batches – November 6, 2025, 11:00 a.m.;
Canvassing Board Meeting – November 24, 2025, 10:00 a.m.;
Certification of Election – November 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m.;
All meetings and activities will be conducted at the Pierce County Election Center, 2501 South 35th Street, Suite C, Tacoma, WA 98409. For more information visit PierceCountyWA.gov/Elections, Elections@PierceCountyWa.gov, 253-798-VOTE (8683) or 800-446-4979
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