Voters will decide the next two years of city leadership in nearly 1,000 communities as people across the state head to the polls for city elections.
Polk County Commissioner of Elections Jamie Fitzgerald says they expect 10 to 12 percent turnout in the city of Des Moines, based on historical turnout and what candidates have been doing to get people to the polls. He says candidates have been sending out literature, campaigning and calling voters.
He says cities like Altoona and West Des Moines also have heated races. He says local governments are doing more with less, and it's more important than ever to make your voice heard.
Fitzgerald says, "Please go out and make your voice heard. These are your tax dollars at work. You're going to decide who is going to represent you on city council and for mayor. So, I hope everyone gets out there and votes."
Polls open are open until 8 p.m. Fitzgerald says he doesn't expect lines, but the busiest times usually are 8 a.m., noon and 5 p.m. Pick-up and drop-off times are also very busy if your polling location is at a school.
Polk County Commissioner of Elections Jamie Fitzgerald says they expect 10 to 12 percent turnout in the city of Des Moines, based on historical turnout and what candidates have been doing to get people to the polls. He says candidates have been sending out literature, campaigning and calling voters.
He says cities like Altoona and West Des Moines also have heated races. He says local governments are doing more with less, and it's more important than ever to make your voice heard.
Fitzgerald says, "Please go out and make your voice heard. These are your tax dollars at work. You're going to decide who is going to represent you on city council and for mayor. So, I hope everyone gets out there and votes."
Polls open are open until 8 p.m. Fitzgerald says he doesn't expect lines, but the busiest times usually are 8 a.m., noon and 5 p.m. Pick-up and drop-off times are also very busy if your polling location is at a school.
