Early voting opens today across Central New York, and lasts until Sunday, Nov. 2.

Election day is Tuesday, Nov. 2.

Registered voters can vote early or on election day, but not both.

Here’s what to know as the election begins.

Who’s on the ballot?

The biggest race to be decided in Central New York is for Syracuse mayor. The seat is open as Ben Walsh concludes his second and final term. The new mayor will take over Jan. 1, 2026.

Four candidates are seeking the job: Democrat Sharon Owens, Republican Thomas Babilon and independents Alfonso Davis and Tim Rudd.

Also up in the city are two at-large Common Council seats, all five district seats and the council president’s position. None of those races are contested. Three seats on the city school board are also up for election.

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