This document provides information to help a voter prepare for the upcoming election on November 8th. It explains the difference between measures and propositions, with measures applying to a county and propositions applying to a state. It emphasizes that the goal is to provide information on all measures and propositions so the voter can make the best choice, regardless of political affiliation. The document also includes instructions for correctly filling out a sample ballot.

1. Welcome!
Let’s get you registered to vote!!

2. Let’s be clear...
• DST is NOT telling you how to vote
• Goal: offer you information on ALL of the Measures and
Propositions so you can make the best choice for you
Republican, Democrat, or other…
All DST cares about is that you
VOTE ON NOVEMBER 8TH!!

3. Measure vs. Proposition...
Measures matter to the
COUNTY you live in.
Letters = county
Propositions apply to your
STATE.
Numbers = state

4. MEASURES MATTER...

5. Prep for the proposition...

6. Practice ballot…
• Complete the arrow next to your choice
• Use one thin line to connect the arrow
• USE BLACK or BLUE color ink only!
• Talk to the people working at the voting booth if
you make a mistake
• DO NOT sign or initial your official ballot.
• DO NOT use circles or Xs.
• DO NOT use permanent markers.
• DO NOT vote for more candidates than the number indicated for
each contest.

7. Practice ballot…
Which ballot is correct?
A
B
Cx

8. October 24, 2016
Last day to register to vote
Tell your friends!
Save the date(s)...!
November 8, 2016
Election Day
Polls are open 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.