Election Day is Every Tuesday 7/19-7/26

Jul 21, 2025

I’m late, I’m sorry, I promise I’m getting better at this.

There’s not any “major” elections this week, but as you know, every single election is life and death for someone at this point.

Here’s what we’re looking at:

Mon - MA

Tues - MD, ND and SC

Wed - MA

Lots of bonds and such that matter now more than ever, considering the federal government won’t help with anything.

So, let’s get started!

Monday July 21

Seekonk - Library Bond Measure Special Election
- BALLOT QUESTION
  “Shall the Town of Seekonk be allowed to exempt from the provisions of proposition two and one-half, so-called, the amounts required to pay for the bond issued in order to pay the costs of the renovation and expansion of the Seekonk Public Library building located at 410 Newman Avenue, including the payment of all other incidental and related costs?” YES NO
  The town's current library is in a state of disrepair. Due to a heating system failure last year the library was forced to close for part of the winter. The town has already voted down the option to build a new library at a greater cost. Based on the proposal on the ballot on July 21st "the average homeowner (based on a home valued at $541,000) will pay approximately $100.55 per year. Repairs costs account for 86.5 % of the project." Repairs and improvements will include fixes to the roof to prevent damages, install insulation, fix the heating system, and improve the sound proofing, among others. The town's only public library currently provides DVD and video game rentals, access to computers on site, and hosts a variety of free classes for the community. Without the improvements the library will likely be closed for portions of the year and will continue to receive damage to the roof which could cause leaking and mold in the near future.

Ocean City Municipal Special Election
- Referendum Question #A:
  Local Referendum by Petition to Ordinance 2025-04 for the imposition of a length of stay requirement in the R-1 Single Family Residential District and the MH Mobile Home Residential District. The Mayor and City Council of Ocean City passed Ordinance 2025-04 on March 3, 2025 and said ordinance states: a) There shall be a five (5) consecutive overnight minimum length of stay for any dwelling rented in the R-1 single family residential district or in the MH mobile home residential district. This shall not apply to a rental booking in the R-1 single family residential district or in the MH mobile home residential district reserved prior to March 3, 2025, for a 2025 calendar year stay. b) Beginning January 1, 2027, there shall be a thirty- one (31) consecutive overnight minimum length of stay for any dwelling rented in the R-1 single family residential district or in the MH mobile home residential district. FOR AGAINST
  The City Council has argued that short term rentals are a form of business that are not allowed in single family areas, that the renters generate noise, trash, and parking issues. Individuals who are against the proposal believe that it unfairly restricts their rights as homeowners, that it will not solve the problems listed by the City Council, and that it would eliminate a helpful stepping stone for families who are interested in moving to the town long-term.

Devils Lake City Sales Tax Proposal Special Election
- Proposal to amend the home rule charter of the city of Devils Lake:
  Shall the home rule charter of the city of Devils Lake be amended to empower the city commission to approve an additional .50% sales tax to assist in funding public safety operations, public buildings and any financing associated with such investments, infrastructure and its financing, and utility bill subsidization.
  The tax increase would be used to pay for improvements to city buildings, offset public building utility costs, relocate the city police department to an upgraded building, and fund other public safety projects.

Coosawhatchie Township
- Town Council Special Election (Hold):
  Patricia Hicks DuPont (Dem, "My focus is our foundational infrastructure to build smart and safe for the residents now and in the future. I will advocate for smart economic growth that benefits all communities in Jasper County."),
  Gene Ceccarelli (R),
  Cathleen DeCourcy (Forward Party).

TO BE ADDED LATER

I hope this helps convince you of the importance of voting in these and every other small election!

Your vote is your voice and that voice is your superpower!