Excelsior Springs, Mo. (April 6, 2025) — As Excelsior Springs area voters across Clay and Ray counties prepare to head to the polls on Tuesday, April 8, the Excelsior Citizen has put together a guide to help make the process as smooth as possible. From where to vote to what’s on the ballot, here’s everything you need to know.
When to Vote
Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day. If you’re in line by 7 p.m., you will be allowed to vote.
Where to Vote
Your polling location is determined by your home address. You can look it up here:
- Clay County voters: Find your polling place
- Ray County voters: Find your polling place
Sample Ballots
Want to preview what’s on the ballot before heading to the polls? Use the links below to view sample ballots for your area:
- Clay County sample ballots: View sample ballots
- Ray County sample ballots: View sample ballot
School Board Candidate Information
Voters will choose from several candidates running for the Excelsior Springs School Board. To help you make an informed decision, we invited each candidate to complete a detailed questionnaire on their views, background, and priorities.
Candidate Forum Replay
The Excelsior Citizen hosted a School Board Candidate Forum last week featuring a presentation from the school district on the proposed tax levy followed by Q&A with the candidates. If you missed it, you can watch the full video here:
What’s on the Ballot
Voters will be deciding on:
- School Board Candidates
- A proposed tax levy for the Excelsior Springs School District
- Local propositions, depending on your precinct
Be sure to check your sample ballot to see what will appear in your area.
What to Bring
Missouri law requires voters to show a valid photo ID. Acceptable forms include:
- Missouri driver’s license
- Missouri non-driver’s license
- U.S. passport
- Military ID
If you do not have a photo ID, you may still vote using a provisional ballot under certain circumstances.
Need help?
For questions about voting, you can contact your local election authority:
- Clay County Board of Election Commissioners: (816) 415-8683
- Ray County Clerk’s Office: (816) 776-4502
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