Election Day in Claremont is Tuesday, November 3, and early in-person voting opens this Saturday, October 24. If you live in Claremont, you have several ways to cast a ballot, and most of them don't require waiting until the last minute.
This guide is strictly practical. It covers the key dates, what's on the ballot for Claremont's city government, and how and where to vote. It's about how to vote, not who to vote for.
Key Dates for Claremont Voters
- October 19: The last day to register and still receive a vote-by-mail ballot. This date has passed, but same-day registration is still available (see below).
- October 24: The first vote centers open across Los Angeles County and stay open through Election Day.
- October 31: All vote centers are open. This is also Halloween, so plan around trick-or-treating traffic if you vote that evening.
- November 3: Election Day. Vote centers are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. It's the last day to vote in person, drop off your ballot, or have your mail ballot postmarked.
- December 2026: The City Council certifies the local results, and newly elected officials are installed.
What's on the Ballot in Claremont
Claremont is governed by a five-member City Council. Since February 2019, council members have been elected by district rather than citywide, which means each Claremont resident lives in one of five districts and votes only for the seat that represents their own.
Council terms are four years, the positions are nonpartisan, and there are no term limits. Terms are staggered, so two seats are decided in one election cycle and three in the next.
This year, the three seats on the ballot are District 2, District 3, and District 4. Voters choose one council candidate from their own district only. Residents of Districts 1 and 5 won't see a council race on their ballot this year, because those seats fall on the other half of the cycle.
Not sure which district you live in? The City of Claremont has an interactive district map where you can enter your address and confirm it.
Your ballot will also include countywide and statewide contests, and the exact list depends on where you live. The easiest way to preview everything you'll vote on is the Los Angeles County interactive sample ballot at lavote.gov.
Three Ways to Vote
By mail. County elections officials began mailing ballots in early October. Sign your return envelope, then either mail it so it's postmarked by Election Day or drop it off in person.
At a ballot drop box. You can return your completed ballot at any official drop-off location in Los Angeles County, not only one in Claremont. Many locations, including select public libraries, have drop boxes available around the clock.
In person at a vote center. Los Angeles County uses vote centers instead of assigned neighborhood polling places. That means you can vote at any vote center in the county and the staff will pull up the ballot for your Claremont address. Vote centers offer help in multiple languages and accessible voting machines, and you can also register or update your registration on site.
Where to Vote in Claremont
Because you can use any vote center in the county, you have a lot of flexibility. Many voters choose one that's close to home or work.
For the official list of Claremont vote centers, including addresses, which days each one is open, and hours, check the City of Claremont's election page and the Los Angeles County Vote Center Locator at locator.lavote.gov. The county locator also shows estimated wait times, which is useful if you're voting on a busy day. Hours at vote centers can vary by location and by day, so it's worth confirming before you go.
If You Haven't Registered Yet
The October 19 deadline to receive a mail ballot has passed, but you haven't missed your chance. California offers same-day voter registration. You can go to any vote center in Los Angeles County, register, and cast your vote there. Because you register close to the election, you'll complete the same-day process and vote in person.
If you're not sure whether you're registered, or you've moved recently, you can check your status and update your information at lavote.gov. Questions about registration go to the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk at (800) 815-2666.
After Election Day
Local results are certified in December. The City of Claremont notes that the certification and installation of newly elected officials happens at a City Council meeting that month. For any questions about the local election process, the Claremont City Clerk's office can be reached through the City at (909) 399-5460.
Why Local Elections Matter
City council decisions touch daily life in a place like Claremont: how streets and parks are maintained, how the city's tree canopy is cared for, how local services are funded, and how the Village and surrounding neighborhoods are planned over time. Every ballot counts in a local race.
Concierge Realty Group is proud to be part of the Claremont community, and we hope everyone in Claremont makes a plan to vote this November, whether by mail, drop box, or in person.
