Information on the 9 questions on the November 3rd ballot
Dear Voter:
On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, you will have the opportunity to make your voice heard. If you prefer to vote sooner, you can vote early or by mail. Early voting will be held October 17-30. On Election Day, all polling places will be open from 7 a.m. until 8 p.m.
If you are not registered to vote, or you have moved since the last election, visit www.VoteInMA.com to register, check your registration information, and update your address. You must be registered to vote by Saturday, October 24, in order to participate in this election.
Early Voting Location: Public Safety Building, 454 State Rd., West Tisbury, MA 02575
Early Voting Hours for the November election:
Saturday October 17th 8am-12pm
Monday October 19th-Friday October 23rd 8am-11am
Saturday October 24th 9am-5pm
(also last day to register to vote)
Monday October 26th-Friday October 30th 8am-11am
Polls will be open from 7am-8pm on Tuesday November 3rd
November 3rd, 2026 Sample Ballot
Staff
- Tara J. Whiting-Wells, Town Clerk and Records Access Officer
Overview/Updates
The Town Clerk performs duties in accordance with the provisions of more than 73 Chapters and 451 sections of the Massachusetts General Laws. The Town Clerk serves as Registrar of Vital Statistics, Chief Election Officer, Clerk of the Board of Registrars, and the custodian of town records.
The Town Clerk is responsible for issuing marriage licenses and maintaining birth and death records. The clerk also sells dog licenses as required by state law as well as hunting and fishing licenses.
The Clerk coordinates and administers federal, state, and town elections. This includes ensuring that all statutory requirements are adhered to; supervising and training of all election officials; monitoring polling places to ensure conformance; administering absentee and early procedures; providing voting registration sessions; distributing and certifying nomination papers; recording results of election returns; maintaining the voter database; and maintaining and testing voting equipment.
Postings for all meetings for town boards and committees must be filed with the Clerk and posted per the Open Meeting Law. The Town Clerk is the Records Access Officer, who helps ensure access to public records in compliance with State Public Records Law and corresponding regulations.
Contact Us
Tara J. Whiting-Wells
Town Clerk & Records Access OfficerTown Clerk
Email: Townclerk
Physical Address
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1059 State Road, 1st Floor
West Tisbury, MA 02575
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Mailing Address
PO Box 278
West Tisbury, MA 02575
Phone: 508-696-0148
Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday7:30 am to 12:30 pm
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