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Precinct Caucus Preparation (Checklist)

Prepare for your party precinct caucus (in even-numbered years).

Before Your Party Precinct Caucus (~January)

  • Choose a political party.
  • Confirm the precinct caucus date and time.
  • Confirm your party's caucus location.
  • Make a plan to attend.
  • Prepare in advance:
  • Join your party (or verify eligibility).
  • Bring your ID (may or may not be required).
  • Bring a notepad or device for personal notes (optional).

During the Caucus (~January-February)

Check In

  • Sign in and verify eligibility.

Volunteer for Precinct Chair or Vice Chair

  • Raise your hand when officer nominations open.
  • If uncontested, you're elected. If contested, attendees vote.

Volunteer for Delegate (or Alternate)

  • Raise your hand when delegate nominations open.
  • If uncontested, you're elected. If contested, attendees vote.
  • You may also volunteer as an Alternate Delegate.

After the Caucus

If Elected to Precinct Position

  • Locate your official precinct boundaries.
  • Download your precinct map (optional)
  • Request your voter contact list from your Organizing Unit Secretary or Data Officer.

If Elected as Convention Delegate (or Alternate)

  • Attend your Organizing Unit Convention (~March–April).
  • Volunteer for Director or Officer positions at the convention.
  • Volunteer for Higher-Level Delegate positions.

Support your party. Volunteer. Be friendly, get involved. Your participation can make a difference.