A candidate running on multiple lines gets to add all their votes together into one total. To write in a vote, raise the cover on the slot that corresponds to the line for the office for which you wish to cast a write-in vote. Once you open the slot the machine locks and you may no longer vote for any other candidate legibly and close the slot. Your vote for that candidate is now registered. Be sure to check the ballot to see if there are referenda or ballot questions to vote on.
Ballot questions are often on the bottom or all the way on the right side of the machine.
This year voters will get to vote on a transit bond referendum and perhaps other local questions. With most machines, when you ve made all your choices you cast your vote by pulling the big lever back to the left. Some newer electronic machines have you press a Cast Vote button. If you have any questions check the instructions on your machine or ask a poll worker. Elchart Our voter registration services are available without regard to the voter s political preference.