On Monday, April 25, 2022, registered voters of ward 2 will be heading to the polls to elect the next council member who will fill the vacant legislative seat due to the resignation of former Councilmember Scott Cecil and the Charter Change adopted by the Mayor and Council on January 4, 2022 Legislative Meeting.

The Mount Rainier Board of Elections (MRBOE), consisting of volunteer residents will oversee the election process.

The MRBOE encourages registered voters to vote in the City Elections. “For the voters, it is so important we turn out because our government starts at the city, it starts with local municipalities and the people who represent us within the city level,” MRBOE Supervisor Nichole Logan said in an interview with Prince George's County Television's CTV News.

The Board also answered frequently asked questions for this year’s Special Election.

Who can vote in the Special Election?

Any registered County or City voter who lives in Ward 2.

Where is the polling location?

Mount Rainier Nature Center, 4701 31st Pl, Mount Rainier, MD 20712 from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

What elected offices will be on the ballot?

The election is to elect one (1) City Council Seat in Ward 2 who will serve until the next general election in 2023.

How many candidates are running for the Council Member seat?

There are two candidates. Valerie Woodall and Toni George.

When can I meet the candidates?

On Wednesday, April 13, 2022, the Mount Rainier Business Association (MRBA) hosted a Candidate Forum. Watch the replay here.

Is there early voting for the Mount Rainier City Election?

No. However, the city offered the option to request an absentee ballot in advance of voting day.

When are Absentee ballots due?

Completed absentee ballots must be mailed and postmarked on or before Election Day and delivered no later than the close of business on the day following Election Day, (April 26, 2022, at 5:00 PM) to the Mount Rainier Board of Elections, P.O. Box 209, Mount Rainier, MD 20712.

If I request an absentee ballot by using the Application for Absentee Ballot Request Form, can I change my mind and vote in person?

No. If you request an Absentee Ballot, you will be marked as “voted” and cannot vote in person. If your plans change, you can bring your completed absentee ballot on the day of the election and drop it off at the polling location, Mount Rainier Nature Center, no later than 8:00 PM.