In this critical election year, we need this more than ever,” said Choi.

City Councilmember Ben Kallos explained that many young people do not realize that they can register to vote as early as age 17, as long as they are 18 by election day.

“Right now, our state ranks near the bottom of the country for voter participation,” said Kallos. “What if, over the next ten years, we registered every one of our high school seniors? We could really help turn that tide.”