Nellie is ON the ballot for 2026!

No write-in this time. Just find my name and fill it in.

Two years ago, you had to write my name in by hand — and St. Croix, you showed up and learned how. This time it's simple: my name is printed on the ballot. I'm running as an independent for one of St. Croix's seven seats in the 37th Legislature — no party bosses, no slate, answering only to you.

You have up to seven votes for the Senate. I'm asking for one of your seven.

— Nellie

How to vote for Nellie

St. Croix elects seven (7) senators, so every voter can choose up to seven names. Here's all you do:

1. In the St. Croix Senate section of your ballot, look for Nereida "Nellie" Rivera-O'Reilly (independent).
2. Fill in the oval next to her name.
3. You don't have to use all seven votes — but make one of them Nellie.

Ballot positions are drawn August 25, 2026. After that, we'll show you exactly where to find Nellie on your ballot — her number and her spot.

First, make sure you can vote

Check your registration — it takes about 60 seconds. The rolls have changed since 2024, so don't assume you're still on it.

• Check your status: vivote.gov - Elections System of the Virgin Islands
• Register in person: ESVI Office, Sunny Isle Shopping Center, Unit 26, St. Croix. Bring an original document — birth certificate, U.S. passport, DD-214, or naturalization certificate. (Copies are not accepted.)
• Last day to register for the November election: October 4, 2026. Don't wait for the last day.

Three ways to cast your vote

1. Early voting — October 12–26, 2026
No lines, no Election-Day rush. Vote early!

2. Election Day — Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Polls are open from 7:00 am - 7:00 pm at your assigned polling place. Not sure where you vote? Check at vivote.gov.

3. Absentee — for Crucians off-island and anyone who qualifies
Living stateside or away for school, work, or the military? You can still vote.

• Absentee applications open September 8, 2026
• Deadline to request a mailed absentee ballot: October 20, 2026
• Emailed absentee ballots are due by 5:00 p.m. on November 3, 2026

The island still needs you. Request an absentee ballot!

Key dates to remember

• August 25 — Ballot positions drawn (we'll show you where Nellie is)
• September 8 — Absentee applications open
• October 4 — Last day to register to vote
• October 12–26 — Early voting
• October 20 — Deadline to request a mailed absentee ballot
• November 3 — Election Day (emailed absentee ballots due 5:00 p.m.)

Want every date — primary, deadlines, and more? See our full Election Calendar (coming soon).

Bring someone with you

The best thing you can do for St. Croix? Make sure three people you know are registered and have a plan to vote. Each one, bring three.

Pledge to vote for Nellie → Check your registration → Support the campaign → VOTE!

This time she's ON the ballot. Use one of your seven for NELLIE.