Election Day on September 14th: Key Points to Consider for Gütersloh
In the city of Gütersloh, the municipal elections will take place on September 14, 2025. Around 80,000 people are eligible to vote in these elections.
For those who are unable to vote in person due to illness, a representative can pick up mail-in voting materials until 3 pm on election day, with a written authorization. The materials can be picked up during City Hall's opening hours or on Saturday, September 13, from 9 am to 12 pm.
The mail-in voting office at City Hall is open from 8 am to 5 pm on weekdays and from 8 am to 3 pm on Fridays. A mailbox to the left of the main entrance of City Hall can be used to submit mail-in ballots.
Mail-in voting materials can still be applied for and filled out in person at City Hall until September 12, 2025, at 3 pm. If you have not received your mail-in voting materials, replacements can be picked up during City Hall's opening hours.
The voting districts in Gütersloh have been newly divided for the municipal elections. Polling stations in Gütersloh will be open from 8 am to 6 pm on election Sunday. Voters are advised to check their voting notice to visit the correct polling station on election day.
Mayor Matthias Trepper of Gütersloh urges a high voter turnout, stating "Every vote counts - exercise your right to vote." It is also important to note that an ID is required to vote in Gütersloh, but bringing the voting notice is recommended.
For the election of the Integration Council, it is around 31,800 people in Gütersloh who are eligible to vote. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact the city administration at 05241 / 82-39 39.
Important Note:
- Deadline: The application for mail-in voting materials should be submitted early, as the voting notice must be sent out in time before the election day.
- Authorization: The authorization is usually in writing.
- Identification: The person picking up the materials must be able to prove their identity (valid identification documents).
- State-specific regulations: The exact procedures may vary slightly from state to state, for example, whether an official form or a self-drafted authorization is sufficient.
Example for an Authorization:
Authorization I hereby authorize, [Name, Surname, Date of Birth, Address, with reference to the voting notice], Mrs./Mr. [Name, Surname of the authorized person], to pick up the voting materials (voting slip and ballot paper) for me.
Location, Date Signature of the voter
Tip: If you have any uncertainties, please contact the relevant election office or consult the information on your city/town's website. There you will usually find up-to-date information and possibly sample forms.
