PUTNAM COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS
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25 OLD ROUTE 6
CARMEL, NY 10512
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25 OLD ROUTE 6
CARMEL, NY 10512
Regular Office Hours
Monday through Friday
9:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
Summer Office Hours
Monday through Friday
8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
(845) 808-1300
(845) 808-1920 FAX
GENERAL E-MAIL including REGISTRATION INQUIRIES
boe@putnamcountyny.gov
ABSENTEE/EARLY VOTE BY MAIL INQUIRIES
putnamcountyelections@putnamcountyny.gov
ELECTION WORKER INQUIRIES
boetraining@putnamcountyny.gov
Democratic Election Commissioner
Tel# (845) 808-1315
FAX# (845) 808-1935
E-Mail: Catherine.croft@putnamcountyny.gov
Republican Election Commissioner
Tel# (845) 808-1316
FAX# (845) 808-1936
E-Mail: Kelly.primavera@putnamcountyny.gov
The Putnam County Board of Elections is a bipartisan office responsible for the execution of the electoral process and enforcement of all rules relating to the elective franchise. Through faithful implementation of New York State Election Law, the Board works to maintain confidence in the political process of the County.
If you are unsure of whether or not you are registered to vote, you can check your status HERE.
A completed form must be received by the Board of Elections no later than 10 days prior to an election in order to be eligible to vote.
You must be a resident of Putnam County at least 30 days before an election.
A change of enrollment received by the Board of Elections not later than February 14th or after the seventh day after the June Primary is effective immediately.
Any change of enrollment made between February 15th and seven days after the June Primary will be effective the seventh day after the June Primary.
The right to vote is one of our nation’s oldest and most important entitlements, and with this right comes responsibility. Free and open elections are the basis on which this country was formed and you can make a difference by becoming a poll worker to help protect those freedoms.
New York is experiencing a critical shortage of poll workers. This has resulted in a significant need for poll workers who are willing and able to assist with the administration of in-person voting.
Are a New York State registered voter. You will be assigned within the county where you live.
Yes, Election Workers get paid for training and each day they work.
The Board of Elections is committed to fulfilling its responsibility to the citizens of New York State by providing fair and accurate elections. This responsibility and the credit associated with it must be shared with the many dedicated workers that help make elections successful. You can get involved and become a proud participant in a process that is the foundation of democracy in our country. Come work with us.
Please complete the Election Day Worker Form.