New York City may move mayoral elections to even years
New York voters will consider a ballot proposal to shift future city elections — including the mayoralty and other local offices — from off‑cycle (odd‑year) dates to even‑numbered years to coincide with federal and statewide elections. Proponents say the change would raise turnout and broaden the electorate; experts and the article cite national examples (e.g., Las Vegas saw turnout jump after a 2019 on‑cycle change) while opponents worry local contests and issues could be overshadowed on busier ballots.
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New York City may move its mayoral elections to even years. It'd be part of a trend
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- A ballot proposal in New York City would move future local elections to even-numbered, on‑cycle dates so they coincide with federal and state elections.
- Scholars cite Las Vegas as an example: average turnout rose from about 37,000 to over 244,000 in the first on‑cycle election after a 2019 change.
- Named sources in the reporting include Katy Owens Hubler (director of elections and redistricting, NCSL) and political scientist Zoli Hajnal (UC San Diego), who argue on‑cycle voting expands the electorate to younger and more diverse voters.