Elections & Voting

Election Information

The City Clerk administers all elections held in the City of Ashland. The Clerk’s Office provides ballots for residents, military overseas, nursing homes, and absentee voting in accordance with Federal and State laws.  Review your voting information, election deadlines, and absentee requests at the State of Wisconsin's election site: MyVote.wi.gov.  

Find your district and ward at the City Ward webpage, or visit the MyVote website. 

2026 Election Schedule

Election

DatePolling Place 
Spring Primary Election
(If Needed)		February 17, 2026All wards vote at Bretting Community Center: 400 4th Ave W
Spring ElectionApril 7, 2026All wards vote at Bretting Community Center: 400 4th Ave W
August Primary ElectionAugust 11, 2026All wards vote at Bretting Community Center: 400 4th Ave W
November GeneralNovember 3, 2026All wards vote at Bretting Community Center: 400 4th Ave W

Polls are open 7:00 am to 8:00 p.m.

A photo ID is required to receive a ballot in all special and regular elections. To find out more, please review identification information here.

Transportation

BART Bus and Ashland County Aging Unit both provide free rides to the polls on election day; contact BART at 715-682-9664, contact Ashland County Aging at 715-682-4414 ext. 1.

Election Officials

Interested in serving your community as an Election Official? Please contact the Election Specialist to learn more.

Helpful Links

Register to Vote
Update Name or AddressCheck my Registration
Request an Absentee Ballot
Find My Polling Place
Vote In-Person Absentee
Track your Absentee BallotMilitary & Overseas Voters
WI Photo ID Requirements
View a Sample BallotHospitalized VotersWI Residence Requirements

Contact Us

  1. City Clerk's Office

    Email City Clerk's Office

    Physical Address
    601 Main Street W
    Ashland City Hall 1st Floor
    Ashland, WI 54806