October Resource Update: Get Ready to Vote

Absentee voting has begun

As of Sept. 18, absentee voting will be available by mail or in person at the Plato Building (90 Plato Blvd. W., Saint Paul, MN, 55107). Additional in-person voting locations will be available with the start of early voting on Oct. 16. 

See what’s on your ballot.

Vote by mail 

You can request an absentee ballot online or download and submit a paper application. 

Once you receive your ballot:

1. Complete your ballot according to the instructions. 

2. Have a witness or notary complete the required certification. 

3. Return your ballot by mail or in person. 

Return your ballot: 

• By mail: Your ballot must be received by 5 p.m. on Nov. 3. 

• In person: Return your ballot to the Ramsey County Elections Office at the Plato Building, 90 Plato Blvd. W., Saint Paul, MN 55107. 

Do not return an absentee ballot to your polling place. Track your absentee ballot online to see whether it has been received and accepted.

More voting information

Visit Ramsey County's voting basics page for information about voter registration, polling places, election dates and deadlines, accessibility and other election questions.

Chemical and mental health resources

• Ramsey County helps those with emotional or behavioral health issues related to drug or alcohol dependency.

  
  

East Metro Crisis Alliance: Ramsey and Washington Counties

• Talk now

• Make an appointment

• Get immediate help (non-emergency)

  
  

New Online Course Available: Understanding Ageism

This course helps participants recognize how ageism shapes everyday messages, systems, and experiences, and offers practical strategies for taking action. It provides a foundation for understanding ageism and its impacts while building skills to address it in meaningful ways..Contact Hannah Albers, halbers@geron.org, if you’re interested in bringing this course to your organization or network. 

From The National Center to Reframe Aging:  https://learning.reframingaging.org/products/understanding-ageism-3 /

Pop-Up Veteran Food Pantry

Pop-Up Veteran Food Pantry 3rd Tuesday of the month from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., or until supplies last. Pick up shelf stable food, a couple freezer items and visit with several resources ready to help Veterans experiencing food insecurity. 

When:  Tue. Oct 20, 2026, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. CT.  Repeats 3rd Tuesday of the month.

Where:  Minneapolis VA Medical Center

One Veterans Drive

Minneapolis, MN

Get directions on Google Maps

Cost:  Free