- Primary Election Day:
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. statewide - Early Voting Window:
Saturday, June 14 – Sunday, June 22. Hours vary by day: e.g. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. on weekends, later on some weekdays. - Absentee (Mail-In) Voting:
- Apply by June 14 (online/mail) or June 23 (in-person)
- Ballots must be postmarked by June 24 and received by July 1, or returned in-person by 9 p.m. on voting day.
🗳️ Who Can Vote?
- Must be a New York City resident, U.S. citizen, 18+ on Election Day, and registered in the party whose primary you’re voting in (closed primary system).
- First-time NY voters without ID might need to present ID; otherwise, a Fast Pass card usually suffices.
🧠Staten Island Voter Tips
- Find your polling place via the NYC BOE website—poll sites differ between early voting and Election Day.
- Arrive before 9 p.m. on June 24—if you’re in line by then, you can still vote.
- Ranked‑Choice Voting is in use for City Council primaries: you can rank up to five candidates. If no one gets 50%+ first-choice votes, the lowest candidate is eliminated and votes are reallocated.
- Staten Island trends: Though historically more conservative, primaries are local to each party. Check your party enrollment to determine which primary you can vote in .
âś… Summary Checklist
| Task | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Register or update party affiliation | June 9, 2025 (for address changes/party changes) nypl.org |
| Request mail ballot | By June 14 (online/mail); June 23 in-person |
| Vote early in person | June 14–22 |
| Vote on Primary Day | June 24, 6 a.m.–9 p.m. |
| Return absentee ballot | Postmarked by June 24; received by July 1 |
Why It Matters
- Local impact: The primary decides which Democrat or Republican will appear on the November general election ballot for key offices—especially City Council, Mayor, Comptroller, Public Advocate, and Borough President.
- Ranked‑Choice benefits: This system encourages broader voter input and helps ensure more representative outcomes.
🔍 What You Can Do
- Confirm you’re registered with the correct party and address.
- Find your early voting and Election Day locations using the BOE Poll Site Locator.
- Decide whether to vote early, by mail, or on Primary Day.
- Rank your candidates thoughtfully—you can choose up to five (But ensure you choose Telee Brown).
- Share this info with friends, family, neighbors to boost turnout.