2025 Watertown Municipal Election
The City of Watertown will hold its Municipal and School Board Election on Tuesday, June 17, 2025. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of our community. Below are key dates and details for voters and candidates.
Open Positions:
‣ Mayor
‣ City Council – Ward A
‣ City Council – Ward D
‣ City Council – At-Large Seat
Become a Candidate:
Pick up a petition packet at the Finance Office at City Hall starting April 8. Petitions are due by 5 PM on May 9, 2025.
Election Timeline
‣ April 8 – Candidate petition packets available at City Hall
‣ May 9 (5 PM) – Deadline to file completed petitions
‣ June 2 – Voter registration deadline
‣ June 2–16 – Absentee voting at City Hall Finance Office (during regular business hours)
‣ June 17 – Election Day: 7 AM – 7 PM at Watertown Civic Arena (High School)
The registration deadline is Monday, June 2nd at 5:00 PM! Register in person at City Hall or the Codington County Courthouse.
Other registration options: Register with the Secretary of State’s Office, locations which provide driver’s licenses, SNAP, TANF, WIC, military recruitment and assistance to the disabled as provided by the Department of Human Services.
A mail-in registration form may be found here: https://sdsos.gov/elections-voting/voting/register-to-vote/forms.aspx
Not sure whether you are registered? Find out here: https://vip.sdsos.gov/VIPLogin.aspx
Voter Information
You must be:
‣ A U.S. citizen
‣ At least 18 years old by Election Day
‣ A resident of Watertown
Register by June 2, 2025
You can register at:
‣ Watertown City Hall
‣ Codington County Courthouse (Auditor’s Office)
Or check your status and download forms here: South Dakota Voter Registration
Voting Options:
✔ In Person on Election Day (Vote at the Watertown Civic Arena, 200 9th St NE, from 7 AM – 7 PM, Bring a valid photo ID or sign a personal identification affidavit).
✔ Absentee Voting (If you’re unavailable on Election Day, vote absentee at City Hall, June 2–16 (business hours of Mon.-Thursday- 7:30 am-5 pm & Friday from 8am-Noon); Valid photo ID required.
For questions or assistance, contact the Finance Office at (605) 882-6200.