School Board Election Information: How to Vote

Question: As a first-time voter, can you explain how the election voting works?

There are 7 school board seats in addition to the superintendent. Some of these seats come up for election every two years. 4 seats are up for election this year. 3 existing school board members, called "incumbents" are seeking reelection: Linda Cohen, Bonita Lucky, and Cheryl Polzin.

When you go to your polling place on November 5, (you may find where to vote here: https://pollfinder.sos.state.mn.us/ ) you will be presented with a ballot that looks similar to this picture. You may vote for up to 4 candidates, but you DO NOT have to vote for 4. If you only support 1 or 2 candidates, you only need to vote for 1 or 2. In fact, it is a better idea to only vote for the candidates you truly support.

As a reminder, the candidates who showed true interest in our cause early in the campaign are: Linda Cohen, Seanne Falconer, Bindu Moram, and Sheila Prior. Of these, we believe the candidate who will represent us best is Seanne Falconer.

Early voting is still available through November 4 at the Wayzata Public Schools District Administration Building (210 County Road 101 N, Plymouth). Hours are M- F, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Residents of Minnetonka vote at Minnetonka City Hall Friday, September 20 through Monday, November 4.