Town of Oro Valley voter information – new primary date this year

Published on June 06, 2024

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ORO VALLEY, Ariz. (June 6, 2024) – Did you know that Oro Valley’s elections are historically determined in the primary? Here is some important information to help you prepare for this year’s primary election.

Oro Valley elections are managed through the Pima County Recorder’s Office. Three (3) Oro Valley Town Council seats are up for election, and there will be four (4) candidates on the primary ballot. Independent or Undesignated Party voters must select their ballot preference for the primary election through the Pima County Recorder's Office. If voters are not registered with a political party, they won't receive a primary ballot unless they select a party ballot or select the city/town only ballot.

The Town of Oro Valley encourages residents to mark their calendars and get ready to make their voices heard in the 2024 elections.

Key dates to remember:

  • July 1, 2024: Last day to register for the Primary Election
  • July 3, 2024: Early ballot distribution and early voting begins
  • July 19, 2024: Deadline for early mail ballot requests
  • July 23, 2024: Recommended deadline for mailing back your ballot
  • July 26, 2024: Last day for early in-person voting
  • July 30, 2024: PRIMARY ELECTION DAY (as per HB2785)

The Primary Election results of July 30 can determine Town Council winners by majority vote. Any candidate receiving a majority of all votes cast at the Primary Election (50% + 1 of all votes cast) shall be declared to be elected to the office for which he/she is a candidate. In the event of no majority in the Primary Election, the remaining candidates will be placed on the General Election ballot.

For voter registration, early ballots, or inquiries regarding the Active Early Voting List (AEVL), residents may contact the Pima County Recorder's Office at 520-724-4330.

Looking ahead to the General Election:

  • October 7, 2024: Last day to register for the General Election
  • October 9, 2024: Early voting begins
  • October 25, 2024: Deadline for mailed ballot requests
  • November 1, 2024: Last day for early in-person voting
  • November 5, 2024: GENERAL ELECTION DAY

For more voter information, visit the Pima County Recorder’s Office at recorder.pima.gov.