Early voting has become a vital part of the electoral process in Southwest Florida. As the date for the 2024 primary election draws near, counties across the region have announced their specific early voting schedules.
The essence of early voting resonates with the freedom it affords—individuals can cast their votes at varying times and locations, with many sites opening as soon as Monday. These locations remain accessible every day of the week, including weekends, which is truly convenient for the busy lives of local residents.
During this period, voters have the opportunity to drop off their Vote-by-Mail ballots at secure intake stations located at designated early voting sites, reinforcing the commitment to a transparent and easily accessible voting system.
Below are the details for early voting in several counties along with their respective timings and locations:
Charlotte County
Voting is available from August 5-18, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Charlotte County Historic Courthouse, 226 Taylor Street, Punta Gorda
- Centennial Park, 1120 Centennial Blvd., Port Charlotte
- Mac V. Horton West County Annex, 6868 San Casa Drive, Englewood
Collier County
Voting occurs from August 10-17, operating 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Collier County Government Complex, 3311 Tamiami Trail, Naples
- Everglades City Hall, 102 Copeland Avenue N, Everglades City
- Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples
- Heritage Bay Government Services Center, 15450 Collier Boulevard
- Immokalee Community Park, 321 N First Street, Immokalee
- Library Headquarters, 2385 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples
- Marco Island Library, 210 S Heathwood Drive, Marco Island
- Norris Center at Cambier Park, 755 8th Avenue S, Naples
- North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples
- South Regional Library, 8065 Lely Cultural Parkway, Naples
- Supervisor of Elections Office, 3750 Enterprise Avenue, Naples
Hendry County
Voting is accessible from August 5-17, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Clewiston Elections Office – 1100 S Olympia Street, Clewiston
- LaBelle Elections Office – 25 E Hickpochee Ave.
Lee County
For Lee County, voting goes from August 10-17, between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
- Bonita Springs Elections Office – 25987 S Tamiami Trail #105, Bonita Springs
- Cape Coral Elections Office – 1039 SE 9th Avenue, Cape Coral
- Cape Coral-Lee County Library – 921 SW 39th Terrace, Cape Coral
- East County Regional Library – 881 Gunnery Road N, Lehigh Acres
- Estero Recreation Center – 9200 Corkscrew Palms Boulevard, Estero
- Fort Myers Regional Library – Voting Room Address: 1651 Lee Street
- Library Address: 2450 First Street
- Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers – 4224 Renaissance Preserve Way
- Lakes Regional Library – 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers
- Lee County Elections Center – 13180 S Cleveland Avenue, Fort Myers
- Lehigh Acres Elections Office – 600 Homestead Road S #9, Lehigh Acres
- North Fort Myers Recreation Center – 2000 N Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers
- Northwest Regional Library – 519 Chiquita Boulevard N, Cape Coral
Glades County
Glades County will host early voting from August 10-17, open from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Glades County Supervisor of Elections Office – 998 US Hwy 27 South, Moorehaven
DeSoto County
The early voting schedule for DeSoto County runs from August 5-17, between 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on weekends.
- DeSoto County Supervisor of Elections Office – 201 E. Oak Street, Room 104, Arcadia
As the ballots are prepared to cast, the beauty of voting extends beyond mere paperwork; it thrives on the emotions interwoven in each electoral decision. The voices of everyday people define the pulse of democracy. Personally, there’s something powerful in the act of voting. It is a moment that transcends time, a gentle reminder that they are part of a collective narrative, a shared vision for the future. Walking into a voting station—whether it be a school or a community center—one might think of the stories held within those walls, the generations that have passed, each leaving their mark on society. Early voting grants them the chance, not just to select a candidate but to participate in shaping their community, ultimately leading them toward a brighter tomorrow.
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