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Des Moines / Polk County local contests
Tuesday, November 3, 2026Iowa · Des Moines
Des Moines, Iowa (Polk County) local, county, school, and judicial items with the Nov. 3, 2026 general. Pure municipal calendars may differ. always use your official sample ballot.
Key deadlines
Registration deadlineOct 24, 2026
Early votingOct 20, 2026 – Oct 31, 2026
Election dayNov 3, 2026
How to vote
Sample ballot: https://sos.iowa.gov/elections-voting
Turnout tip
Local races often decide taxes, schools, and public safety with very low turnout.
Races (3)
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Polk County local offices & measures
Precinct-specific races for Des Moines. Official sample ballot is authoritative.
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School board & special districts. Des Moines
School board and special district contests vary by address. Confirm on official sample ballot.
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City of Des Moines municipal items
Municipal items if on this ballot. Many cities use separate dates. check https://sos.iowa.gov/elections-voting.
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