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Syracuse, N.Y. – It’s primary day in New York – and the polls in Onondaga County are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Here, the top contests are for Syracuse mayor. Two Democrats, Khalid Bey and Michael Greene, and two Republicans, Thomas Babilon and Janet Burman, are running for a spot on the November ballot.

Whoever wins will face Mayor Ben Walsh, who is not in a party and is seeking a second term.

But there are other city races, and because of the Democrats overwhelming enrollment in the city, many will be settled tonight. Those include seats on the city’s Common Council and school board.

Other primary races include two county legislative seats, town highway superintendents and town board members.

Here’s what you need to know before heading to the polls today:

Who can vote?

Since these are primaries, only those voters registered in a political party can vote for candidates in that same party. For example, Syracuse Democrats can choose between Bey and Greene; city Republicans can choose between Babilon and Burman.

If you are not registered in a party, you can’t vote in any primary.

To find out if you are registered, use this voter lookup guide.

Where can I vote?

You must vote at your designated polling site in Onondaga County. Use this tool to find your polling place or call 315-435-8683.

When can I vote?

The polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. If you are standing in line when the polls close, you may still vote.

Do I need ID?

No, but if you do provide your driver’s license it can help the elections worker find your name faster.

Do I need to wear a mask?

If you are fully vaccinated, then no. Others are asked to wear masks; some will be provided. There is one exception for everyone: if your polling place is in a school, then masks are still required.

What happens if the elections worker can’t find my registration?

If the elections workers cannot find your registration, you will be allowed to vote by affidavit. That’s a paper ballot that workers will secure and count after your registration is verified.

Who is running?

Democrats for Syracuse mayor

Khalid Bey grew up in Syracuse and has served on the Common Council for a decade. A former recording artist and now a writer and motivational speaker, Bey wants to use federal stimulus money to shore up the city’s budget deficit.

Michael Greene is in his fourth year on the Common Council. He wants to limit tax breaks for developers who create high-end living, overhaul the city’s zoning policies and hire a civilian commissioner -- rather than a uniformed cop -- to run the police department.

Read our candidate profiles of Khalid Bey and Michael Greene. See the Democrats battle over police, Columbus Circle and more in our syracuse.com | The Post-Standard debate.

Republicans for Syracuse mayor

Thomas Babilon is an attorney who worked as one of the city’s lawyers for nearly a decade. He wants to economize much of city government, from automating trash pickup to streamlining code enforcement. He also wants to recruit volunteers to help police the city.

Janet Burman is an economist who worked at the state’s Worker’s Compensation Board. She sees public safety as the No. 1 priority for Syracuse’s mayor. She also wants to build a network of community leaders, organizations and businesses to collectively tackle the city’s problems.

Read our candidate profiles of Janet Burman and Thomas Babilon. See the Republicans question each other’s experience in syracuse.com | The Post-Standard debate.

Syracuse Common Council (vote for 2)

Democrats can vote for two: Amir Gethers, Rasheada Caldwell, Alfonso Davis, Walt Dixie, Kayla Johnson, Ronnie White Jr. Read more about all six Common Council candidates.

Syracuse councilor for District 1

Democrats: John Copanas vs. Jennifer Schultz

Syracuse School Board (vote for 3)

Democrats can vote for three: Nyatwa Bullock, Karen J. Cordano, Twiggy Billue, David P. Maynard

Onondaga County legislator District 15

Democrats: Joe Bennett vs. Bill Kinne

Onondaga County legislator District 16

Democrats: Vernon M. Williams Jr. vs. Charles Garland

Other races

Here are complete lists of candidates for: Cayuga, Madison, Onondaga and Oswego counties.

If you run into any problems voting or have a news tip about primary day, please email Chris Baker at cbaker@syracuse.com.

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