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 Badger Books

Beginning with the 2026 Election Cycle, the Village will be moving away from traditional paper poll books.  In their place, the Village will be using what is known as "Badger Books".

 
What are Badger Books?
  • Badger Books are e-poll books also known as electronic poll books. They are a digital version of the traditional paper poll book.
  • A Badger Book is a:
    • Poll Book (just in digital format)
    • Absentee Ballot Log
    • Digital Voter Registration Form that can be used for Election Day Registrations (EDR’s)
What are the benefits to Badger Books?
  • Quicker voter check-ins and election day registrations
  • Faster processing of absentee ballots
  • Improve the flow at the polling location
  • Improve data quality and minimize poll worker mistakes
  • Streamline post-election processes including voter reconciliation and showing voter participation
Are Badger Books connected to the internet?
  • Badger Books are not connected to the internet. 
  • Badger Books use a secure local wireless network to communicate with one another within the polling place.
Are Badger Books safe and secure?
  • There are multiple layers of security to protect voter information.
  • Badger Books are NEVER connected to the internet
  • Each Badger Book is password protected and each poll worker has their own login credentials
  • Data on Badger Books is encrypted  
Badger Book Brochure

 How do I vote absentee?

You must be registered to vote prior to casting an absentee ballot.  The following are the methods you may request an absentee ballot:    

-     in person at the Village Hall

-     online at:  http://myvote.wi.gov/en-us/

-    email (jennifer.lopez@edgarwi.gov) 

-    letter (P.O. Box 67, Edgar, WI 54426  

Ballots requested to be mailed must be requested prior to 4:00 pm on the Thursday before the election by or you may cast an absentee ballot at the Village Clerk's office up to 5:00 pm on the Friday before the election.  The Village Office is closed on Saturdays and Sundays.

WI Application for Absentee Ballot EL-121 (Rev 2020-07) for VOE
WI Uniform Instructions Form EL-128

 Where do I vote?

All wards 1, 2 and 3 in the Village of Edgar vote at the Village Hall located at:

224 S. Third Avenue, Edgar, WI  54426

 How do I become a Poll Worker?

If you are interested in fill the role of a Poll Worker, please contact the Village Hall!  

715-352-2891

 Polling Place Information

LOCATION AND HOURS OF POLLING PLACE

                              Location                                     Wards

 Edgar Village Hall, 224 S. Third Avenue                1, 2 & 3

 

THE POLLING PLACE WILL OPEN AT 7:00 A.M. AND WILL CLOSE AT 8:00 P.M.

If you have any questions concerning your polling place, contact the village clerk.

JENNIFER LOPEZ
PO BOX 67
224 S. THIRD AVE
EDGAR, WI 54426
(715) 352-2891

MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY
8:15 AM TO 4:45 PM


The polling place is accessible to elderly and disabled voters.

 Do I need a photo ID?

Most Wisconsin voters must show an acceptable photo ID when voting at the polls on Election Day or by absentee ballot.  There are some exceptions for absentee voters.  More information on the Photo ID law is available below or you can find detailed information on Photo ID and the exceptions to the law at http://bringit.wi.gov​

 You have the right photo ID, now what?

RIGHT PHOTO ID
These are acceptable for voting purposes, and can be unexpired or expired after the date of the most recent general election: 
  • A Wisconsin DOT-issued driver license, even if driving privileges are revoked or suspended
  • A Wisconsin DOT-issued identification card
  • A Wisconsin DOT-issued identification card or driver license without a photo issued under the religious exemption
  • Military ID card issued by a U.S. uniformed service
  • A U.S. passport
  • An identification card issued by a federally recognized Indian tribe in Wisconsin (may be used even if expired before the most recent general election.)

Contact the Village clerk's office or visit bringit.wisconsin.gov for more details.

Here's what to expect at the polls:

Now that people are bringing their ID's to the ballot, voting at your polling place will be a little different.  Just remember to be patient; not everyone will be as prepared for these changes as you are.

STATE IT - First, you will need to state your full name and address for the election official who checks you in.  They'll check your information in the poll book.

SHOW IT - Next, it's time to show your photo ID.  That way, poll workers can compare your face to your photo and confirm that you really are you.

SIGN IT - Finally, you'll sign the poll book (unless a physical disability prevents it).  Your signature or mark should go right next to your name and address.  Now you're ready to vote.