Accessible Voting Event Offers Audio Assistance with Voting at the Central Library on October 19
release date: October 11, 2024
King County voters of all abilities can get assistance casting an early ballot at an accessible voting event from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Seattle.
For the event, four Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) will be set up at the Library’s Level 1 Dynix Gallery. These AVUs can help anyone who prefers to vote with audio assistance, which will be offered in seven languages: English, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Somali, Spanish and Vietnamese. Voters can listen to election information, and fill out, print and submit their ballots.
King County Elections staff will be available to assist voters with the AVUs. They can also register new voters, update voter records, answer questions about accessibility, and help registered voters access their ballots. This event is organized in collaboration with the Library’s Library Equal Access Program (LEAP).
King County Elections offers other accessible voting options, including voting centers at seven locations.
ELECTION EVENTS AT THE LIBRARY
The Seattle Public Library offers additional events and resources to help you register to vote, make informed decisions and submit your ballot.
- An Election Preview: Live Podcast Taping of Text Me Back! with Lindy West & Meagan Hatcher-Mays. From 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 15. Central Library, Level 1 – Microsoft Auditorium. Join the Cascade PBS Ideas Festival for a very special live podcast taping of Text Me Back! Registration is required.
- Voter Registration Drive by League of Women Voters. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19. Magnolia Branch, 2801 34th Ave. W. Volunteers from League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County will register voters and provide voter resources.
- Accessible Voting Event at the Central Library. From noon to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 19. Central Library. Accessible Voting Units (AVUs) will be available in the Central Library’s Level 1 Dynix Gallery to provide audio assistance with accessing election information and voting in seven languages. King County Elections staff will assist with the AVUs, register new voters, update voter records and answer questions.
- Voting Information for New Citizens – Your Vote Counts. From 2 p.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, Oct. 21. Online. Learn about voting rights and responsibilities for new citizens. This event is presented by the Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS), as part of its monthly life skills webinars. Registration is required.
- Voter Registration Drive by League of Women Voters. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 23. Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave. Volunteers from League of Women Voters of Seattle-King County will be on Level 3 of the Central Library to register voters and provide voter resources.
The Library offers a variety of online resources about voting and elections at www.spl.org/elections. Find out about voter registration, voting accessibility and ballot resources.
BALLOT DROP BOXES AT THE LIBRARY
King County ballot drop boxes are located at six Library locations. All ballot boxes are open 24 hours a day beginning October 17, and close on Election Day, Nov. 5 at 8 p.m. Please drop your ballot in the ballot drop box, NOT the book return.
- Ballard Branch, 5614 22nd Ave. N.W., 206-684-4089
- Beacon Hill Branch, 2821 Beacon Ave. S., 206-684-4711
- Broadview Branch, 12755 Greenwood Ave. N, 206-684-7519
- High Point Branch, 3411 S.W. Raymond St., 206-684-7454
- Lake City Branch, 12501 28th Ave. N.E., 206-684-7518
- South Park Branch, 8604 Eighth Ave. S., 206-615-1688
Find a map of all King County ballot boxes at the King County Elections web site.
MORE INFORMATION
The Library believes that the power of knowledge improves people's lives. We promote literacy and a love of reading as we bring people, information and ideas together to enrich lives and build community.
Contact the Library’s Ask Us service by phone at 206-386-4636 or by email or chat at www.spl.org/Ask. Staff are ready to answer questions and direct you to helpful resources and information.