Ballot Drop Boxes Open and Polling Places Announced for the

Secure ballot drop box locations for the 2026 General Election are now open across Union County, Union County Board of Elections Administrator Nicole DiRado announced on September 17. All 24 drop boxes opened on Friday, September 18, and will remain available through the close of polls at 8:00 p.m. on November 3, 2026.

Drop boxes are available to voters 24 hours a day, seven days a week. All boxes are monitored by camera surveillance at all times and are ADA accessible.

Two drop box locations have changed since the last General Election. The Hillside drop box has moved to Conant Park, located at 320 Conant Street. The Summit drop box is now located at the Summit Community Center, 100 Morris Avenue.

Voters who wish to avoid potential postal delays are encouraged to use one of Union County's secure ballot drop boxes for a convenient and reliable way to return their ballot. Existing vote-by-mail procedures remain in place for the November General Election following recent action by the United States Supreme Court.

The full list of ballot drop box locations is available on the Union County Board of Elections website at ucnj.org/ucboe. Voters are also encouraged to bring their sample ballots with them to polling locations for an easier check-in process.

FAQ

Q: When are Union County's ballot drop boxes open?
A: All 24 ballot drop boxes are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from September 18 through November 3, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.

Q: Where can I find a ballot drop box near me?
A: The full list of ballot drop box locations is available on the Union County Board of Elections website at ucnj.org/ucboe or ucnj.org/boe. Two locations have changed: Hillside is now at Conant Park (320 Conant Street), and Summit is now at the Summit Community Center (100 Morris Avenue).

Q: Are the ballot drop boxes secure?
A: Yes. All drop boxes are monitored by camera surveillance at all times to ensure security and prevent tampering.

Q: Can I still vote by mail?
A: Yes. Existing vote-by-mail procedures remain in place for the November General Election following recent action by the United States Supreme Court.

Q: Why should I use a ballot drop box instead of mailing my ballot?
A: Using a ballot drop box is a convenient and reliable way to return your ballot and helps avoid potential postal delays.

Q: Are the drop boxes accessible for people with disabilities?
A: Yes. All 24 ballot drop boxes are ADA accessible.