Early voting schedule for the March 17th, 2026 General Primary Election.
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What You Should Do Next
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Register to Vote
If you missed the February 17th, 2026 registration deadline, you can register during the Grace Period from February 18th to March 17th, 2026 at the La Salle County Clerk's office.
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Vote by Mail Application
Submit your application for a Vote By Mail ballot by March 12th, 2026. Applications can be accepted starting December 17th, 2025.
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Plan Early Voting
Participate in Early Voting at the La Salle County Governmental Complex from February 5th to March 16th, 2026. Check specific times for each date.
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Election Day Registration
If you haven't registered by March 17th, 2026, you can still register and vote on Election Day from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at your precinct or the La Salle County Clerk's office.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the early voting schedule for the March 2026 election?
- Early voting runs from February 5th to March 16th, 2026.
- Where is early voting located in Ottawa, IL?
- Early voting is at the La Salle County Governmental Complex, 707 E. Etna Road.
- What are the hours for early voting?
- Hours vary; generally from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on specified dates.
- How can I register for grace period voting?
- Grace period registration is available from February 18th to March 17th, 2026.
- When is Election Day for the March 2026 election?
- Election Day is March 17th, 2026, from 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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Full Notice Text
EARLY VOTING SCHEDULE FOR THE MARCH 17TH, 2026 GENERAL PRIMARY ELECTION Early Voting is located at the: La Salle County Governmental Complex (East Entrance, lower level) 707 E. Etna Road Ottawa, IL 61350 EARLY VOTING PERIOD DATE TIME Permanent Early Voting with February 5th, 2026 to 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Grace Period Registration March 16th, 2026 Monday thru Friday starting on February 18th, 2026 Permanent Early Voting with February 21st, 28th and 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (noon) Grace Period Registration March 7th, 2026 Saturday (Closed for all other business) Permanent Early Voting with February 26th, March 9th, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Grace Period Registration 10th, 11th, 12th, and Monday thru Friday March 13th, 2026 (Closed at 4:30 p.m. for all other business) Permanent Early Voting with 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Grace Period Registration March 14th, 2026 Saturday (Closed for all other business) Permanent Early Voting with March 8th, 2026 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Grace Period Registration and Sunday March 15th, 2026 (Closed for all other business) Permanent Early Voting with 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Grace Period Registration March 16th, 2026 Monday (Closed at 4:30 p.m. for all other business) Grace Period Registration on March 17th, 2026 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Election Day at Polling Places ELECTION DAY Tuesday (Closed for all other business) • Voting by Mail - ballots will be mailed out starting Thursday, February 5th, 2026 by the La Salle County Clerk's office. The first day to accept an application for a Vote By Mail ballot is Wednesday, December 17th, 2025. The last day to accept an application for a Vote By Mail ballot is Thursday, March 12th, 2026. The last day for Early Voting is Monday, March 16th, 2026. • Grace Period Registration and Voting - will be conducted in the La Salle County Clerk's office Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 through Tuesday, March 17th, 2026. Grace Period Registration is for those who missed the February 17th, 2026 deadline for registering to vote. • Grace Period/Election Day Registration - will also be available on Election Day from 6:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. at all 119 precincts in La Salle County and at the office of the La Salle County Clerk. For further information, please contact the La Salle County Clerk's Office at 815-434-8202. (The Times Feb. 17, 23, Mar. 2, 2026) 2303846