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Elections
The Nicollet County Public Service Office is responsible for administering all federal, state, and local elections for Nicollet County and maintains the statewide voter registration system. This office is a resource to cities, townships, and school districts in the election process.
Nicollet County Public Service Office
Attn: Elections
501 S Minnesota Avenue
St. Peter, MN 56082
Phone: (507) 934- 7806
Fax: (507) 931-0856
Email Elections
Who is eligible to vote?
You are eligible to vote in Minnesota if you are least 18 years of age or older, a citizen of the United States and a resident of Minnesota for at least 20 days immediately preceding the election day.
How do I register to vote?
Complete a Voter Registration Application (PDF). Drop off or send completed application to the Nicollet County Public Service Office at 501 S Minnesota Avenue, St. Peter, MN 56082.
Why should I pre-register to vote?
Voting will be faster and easier if you are registered to vote when you arrive at the polls on election day. You can register on Election Day; however, you will need to bring proof of residence with you.
How do I register on Election Day?
To register on Election Day, you must have proof of residence in your precinct. Only proofs authorized by law will be accepted.
Valid proof of identity includes any of the following:
- MN Driver’s License, Learner’s Permit, or Identification card showing a current address (or yellow receipt for any of these).
- Valid, previous registration from the same precinct.
- "Notice of Ineffective or Late Registration" from the Public Service office.
- A registered voter from your precinct who personally knows you reside in the precinct and will vouch for your identity.
- A photo ID and a current utility bill showing your name and address in the precinct.
I am a Nicollet County resident, where do I vote on Election Day?
Polling Locations and Hours (PDF)
Polling Place Location Finder
Absentee Voting:
Absentee ballots are available 46 days before the election. Individuals interested in absentee voting may do so either by mail or in person at the Nicollet County Public Service Office. Standard office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. The office is also open for absentee voting the Saturday before an election from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and until 5:00 p.m. on the evening before the election. You do not have to be a registered voter to vote by absentee ballot (you will register during the absentee voting process).
Online Absentee Ballot Request
Regular Absentee Ballot Application (PDF)
Military/Overseas Absentee Ballot Application (PDF)
Application to Automatically receive Absentee Ballot Applications (PDF)
How do I file for office?
An individual who desires to become a candidate for an office shall file an affidavit of candidacy at the following locations:
- Federal - File with Secretary of State
- State - File with Secretary of State or Public Service Office of the County in which candidate resides
- County - File with the Public Service Office
- City - File with City Clerk
- Township - File with Township Clerk
- School - File with School
- Soil & Water - File with the Public Service Office
Fair Campaign Practices
2014 County Office Campaign Financial Reports (PDF)
2016 County Office Campaign Financial Reports (PDF)
2018 County Office Campaign Financial Reports (PDF)
2020 County Office Campaign Financial Reports (PDF)
2022 County Office Campaign Financial Reports (PDF)
Application to Automatically receive Absentee Ballot Applications (PDF)
- eligible to vote in the State of Minnesota
- able to read, write, and speak English
- appointed by the appointing authority (county, city, township, or school board)
- trained and currently certified as an election judge
- a candidate in that election (i.e. is running for an office on the ballot used in that precinct)
- the husband, wife, parent, child, brother, or sister of a candidate or another judge in the same precinct
- a challenger
Who may be an Election Judge Trainee?
To serve as trainee election judges students must:
- be at least 16 years of age
- serve in the county where they reside
- be in good academic standing
- have completed or are enrolled in a course on government
- have permission from their school and parents
Clerks & Election Judges Training Schedules
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Jaci Kopet
Property & Public Services Director
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County Government Center - Elections
Physical Address
501 S. Minnesota Avenue
St. Peter, MN 56082
Phone: : 507-934-7806Fax: : 507-931-0856
Hours
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.