Strong communities are shaped by people who stay informed, participate and remain connected to the decisions influencing daily life across the region. 

As North Dakota’s primary election approaches, employers have an opportunity to help encourage that participation by making voter information more visible and accessible for their teams. 

This year’s ballot includes decisions that directly impact local communities, schools and leadership across North Dakota. Depending on where voters live, ballots may include races for mayor, city commission, school board, park board and other local offices, along with statewide and legislative races. Over the past few primary elections, Cass County voter turnout has been below 20%.  

For many voters, preparation is the biggest challenge. Understanding what’s on the ballot, researching candidates and figuring out voting logistics often gets pushed aside during busy workweeks and full schedules. 

Sharing trusted voting resources internally, reminding employees about key dates, encouraging teams to review their ballot ahead of time and providing time off to vote can help make participation easier and less stressful heading into Election Day. 

Local elections shape decisions tied to workforce development, education, infrastructure, public safety and long-term community growth. Encouraging civic participation helps strengthen the communities where businesses operate, hire and grow. 

VoteFMWF.org was created to help voters prepare ahead of June 9 by bringing together nonpartisan information about candidates, races, polling locations and voting details in one place. 

Before Election Day arrives, take time to learn where, when and how to vote early, review what’s on your ballot and prepare to participate.