Gulfport, we are in the midst of a crucial time in terms of our civic duty. So my message to you is this: Play your part in all of these important tasks. It matters. Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, but there are multiple opportunities to vote before then.
Early voting runs from October 19 to November 1, 7 a. Make sure you have valid photo ID with your signature. Also, if you are a mail-in voter but have qualms about the process, there are multiple remote ballot drop off locations. You cannot drop these off on Election Day. If you are voting in person, go to your usual polling place.
These will be posted on the city website at mygulfport. The U. Census happens every 10 years, and time is running out on this round. It is easy to do, and there are no strings attached. Funding for your county and city relies on this data for the next 10 years.
And finally, I know we are all sick of the sickness, but please continue to take precautions for your health and the health of others. Policy changes do not kill viruses.
Mask up, wash up and spread out. On a somber note, join me in remembering and celebrating my friend Sammy, an owner and operator of the Citgo on Gulfport Boulevard, who passed away this week β one of my favorite people in the city, and a friend to so many here in Gulfport.
