Gaithersburg Election 2021: Candidates, How To Vote

GAITHERSBURG, MD — Gaithersburg voters will have the opportunity to elect a new mayor and two city councilors at the Nov. 2 election this year.

There are two candidates up for mayor: incumbent Jud Ashman and newcomer Stephen J. Escobar. Ashman said that some of the most vital areas of importance in Gaithersburg are revitalizing Old Towne, areas along 355 and Lakeforest Mall. He's said the biggest difference between himself and Escobar is the experience he's had as the mayor since 2014.

Escobar says that the most pressing issue is transparency in the city's government, and pledged to get the city in compliance with the Maryland State Ethics Commission requirements.

SEE ALSO:

• Meet The Candidate: Jud Ashman For Gaithersburg Mayor
• Meet The Candidate: Stephen J. Escobar For Gaithersburg Mayor

There are five people on the ballot for two open city council spots. All candidates are new to the city council. They are Dave Belgard, Philip Cook, Lisa Henderson, Yamil Hernández and Jim McNulty. Council Members Laurie-Anne Sayles and Mike Sesma announced this summer that they would not be seeking reelection to the City Council.

How To Vote

Regular voting will be on Nov. 2 at the Activity Center from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Those who haven't registered yet will be able to do same-day registration if voting in person. Same-day voter registration is available for in-person voting. Bring an approved form of identification to be able to cast a provisional ballot, which will be counted after voting eligibility is confirmed.

Mail-in voting is also available. Any resident who wants to vote by mail must apply either online or by calling 301-258-6310 or emailing cityelections@gaithersburgmd.gov. The last day for ballots to be mailed to voters is Oct. 27 — if a voter is approved after that, they will have to go to City Hall to pick it up. Mail-in ballots must be postmarked or in a ballot box by 8 p.m. on Nov. 2. The ballot boxes can be found around the city at the following locations:

• City Hall, 31 S. Summit Ave.
• Activity Center at Bohrer Park, 506 S. Frederick Ave.
• Kentlands Mansion, 311 Kent Square Rd.
• Robertson Park Youth Center, 801 Rabbitt Rd.
• Montgomery County Board of Elections, 18735 N. Frederick Ave.
• Asbury Methodist Village, 409 Russell Ave. (available to Asbury residents only)

What's On The Ballot

Gaithersburg voters will elect a mayor and two city councilors this year.

Mayor

Jud Ashman
Stephen J. Escobar

City Council

Dave Belgard
Philip Cook
Lisa Henderson
Yamil Hernández
Jim McNulty

Where To View Results

Election results will be posted on the Election page of the City of Gaithersburg's website. Unofficial results will be available. on Nov. 2 around 9:30 p.m. and certified results will be posted on Nov. 9 around 7:30 p.m.

More city resources on mail-in voting, sample ballots, candidates and more can be found on the city's website.