The Public Service Artists (PSA), a loose group of local artists who advocate for civic engagement through events and design, has embarked on a voter advocacy project with Wave Pool to encourage early voting and getting to the polls this Fall.

The group has rented an ice cream truck to traverse the city over the next four weeks drumming up early voting and encouraging those who may feel disenfranchised, discouraged, or confused by the voting process to get their votes in. PSA has adorned the truck with ‘Popsicles to the Polls’ signage and will be passing out clear and easy to understand information about voting in Hamilton County this election. Free soft serve and popsicles will be given out at each event with the voter information. Volunteers will also be on hand to answer any questions and to ensure that every guest has a plan for voting this year.

Additionally, the ice cream truck will be playing custom music and information about the voting process and how to check if you’re registered, where your polling location is, and how to vote early through the loud speaker system.

PSA has researched which neighborhoods have historically low voter turnout compared to both their population size and quantity of registered voters. This data is determining where this project shows up.

All events are in partnership with a neighborhood organization and coinciding event to increase impact. Organizations confirmed so far include the Walnut Hills Redevelopment Foundation, Villages of Roll Hill, and Made In Camp. This project is done with the assistance and support of Up2Us, a passionate and committed local group seeking to ensure equality for everyone.