In preparation for the upcoming November 5, 2024 General Election, DeKalb  County Clerk & Recorder Tasha Sims is proud to announce the installation of a new secure ballot drop  box located outside of the DeKalb County Administration Building at 110 E. Sycamore St., Sycamore,  IL. Starting Thursday, September 26, 2024, the drop box will be available to all residents who wish to  cast their Vote By Mail ballots safely and conveniently. 

With the continued emphasis on voter access and election security, this drop box provides a reliable and  secure option for voters to submit their ballots without relying on traditional mail services. The drop box  will be available 24 hours a day, monitored by security cameras, and emptied daily by DeKalb County  Election Officials to ensure the safety of all submitted ballots. 

“We are committed to making voting as accessible as possible for our community, and installing this  drop box is part of that effort,” said Clerk Sims. “We encourage all eligible voters to take advantage of  this convenient option and make their voices heard in this important upcoming election.” 

Drop Box Location & Details: 

  • Address: 110 E. Sycamore St., Sycamore, IL 60178 
  • Availability: 24/7 access starting September 26, 2024 through 7:00 p.m. on November 5, 2024. Monitoring: The ballot drop box is under 24-hour surveillance, with a security camera directly  monitoring and recording the drop box area. This camera is connected to the Sheriff’s Security  System. This ensures the drop box remains secure and any suspicious activity can be  immediately addressed by law enforcement. 

Important Reminders for Voters: 

  • Ensure that your Vote By Mail ballot is sealed in the provided envelope. 
  • Sign the designated portion on the envelope to validate your ballot. 
  • Drop your ballot off before 7:00 p.m. on November 5, 2024 to ensure it is counted in this election. 

For more information about voting by mail, ballot drop boxes, or other voting options, visit  www.dekalbcountyclerkil.gov or contact the DeKalb County Clerk & Recorder’s Election Division at  815-895-7147 / elections@dekalbcounty.org.