First, all players, don't discuss your Role PMs as you receive them or take other actions until the first day is officially started. Again, keep in mind private communication restrictions anyway.
Times will be specified. For general cutoffs on voting/orders the cutoff will be at the time listed even if I do not post so or post the update immediately. I think stating things in terms of US Eastern time is the right combination of most accessible for everyone and easy, that's what I'll do unless someone has other ideas.