What is on the ballot in City of Alpena, Michigan on November 3, 2026?

6 local races (18 candidates) and 3 local proposals, plus Governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, State Senate, State House, Michigan Supreme Court, university boards and statewide Proposals 26-1 and 26-2.

When is early voting in Alpena City?

Early in-person voting in Michigan runs October 24 – November 1, 2026; hours and locations are set by your city or township clerk.

Where do I vote in Alpena City?

Find your polling place, early-voting site and drop boxes at the Michigan Voter Information Center (mvic.sos.state.mi.us) or by entering your address at offorandbythepeople.com.

What time do polls open and close in City of Alpena on Election Day?

Polls in City of Alpena are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Anyone in line at 8 p.m. can still vote.

Can I register and vote on Election Day in City of Alpena?

Yes. Michigan allows same-day registration: go to the City of Alpena clerk's office with proof of residency (a driver's license, utility bill, bank statement or paycheck with your address), register, and vote there.

When is the absentee ballot deadline in City of Alpena?

Absentee ballots must be received by the City of Alpena clerk (or a clerk drop box) by 8 p.m. on Election Day, November 3, 2026. Mailing after October 27 is risky — drop it off instead.

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What's on the ballot in City of Alpena, Alpena County

Michigan General Election · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · Polls open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. · Early voting Oct 24–Nov 1. Every local race and proposal on the official Alpena City sample ballot (3 precincts; some items vary by precinct). Enter your address in the app to see your exact ballot with every candidate graded.

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Your district races

Statewide races (every Michigan ballot)

Governor

U.S. Senate

BMike Rogers(R)
FAbdul El-Sayed(D)

Secretary of State

N/RAnthony Forlini(R)
N/RGarlin Gilchrist II(D)

Attorney General

N/RDoug Lloyd(R)
N/REli Savit(D)

Also on your ballot: Governor · U.S. Senate · Secretary of State · Attorney General · Michigan Supreme Court (2 seats) · State Board of Education (2 seats) · U-M Board of Regents (2 seats) · MSU Board of Trustees (2 seats) · Wayne State Board of Governors (2 seats) · Proposal 26-1 · Proposal 26-2 · all district races.

Local races in Alpena City (6)

2nd District — Commissioner

County · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 3 precincts in Alpena City — check your official sample ballot.

N/RDan T. Ludlow(D)Incumbent

Court of Appeals District 4 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 3. Incumbent Position.

CMichael J. KellyIncumbent
DAllie Greenleaf MaldonadoIncumbent
DMichelle M. RickIncumbent

26th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DK. Edward BlackIncumbent

Alpena Community College — Board of Trustees Member

Community College · Vote for up to 2.

N/RMark Grunder
N/RFlorence Stibitz
N/RThomas R. Townsend

Alpena City Council Member

City · Vote for up to 2.

N/RKevin CurrierIncumbent
N/RKarol L. WalchakIncumbent

Alpena Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 4.

N/RRobert Bruning
N/REvan Carlson
N/RSarah FritzIncumbent
N/RClaire Kipfmiller
N/RLindsey Klein
N/RA.J. MacArthur
N/RKayla Ratz
N/RVincent Thomas

Local proposals & millages (3)

Operating Millage Renewal Proposition for Veterans

Millage Renewal0.21 mills4 yearsest. $274,291/yr

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 0.21 mills for 4 years — generally no increase over what you pay now.

NOA NO vote lets the current millage expire; the service it funds would need cuts or other revenue.

Official ballot language

Shall the limitations on the amount of taxes which shall be assessed against all property both real and personal in Alpena County, Michigan be continued as provided in Section 6, Article IX of the Michigan Constitution, and the Alpena County Board of Commissioners be authorized to levy a tax not to exceed 0.21 (21/100) mill ($0.21 on each $1,000.00 of Equalized State Taxable Value) for a period of four (4) years starting with the levy made December 1, 2026 for the purpose of providing funds to equip, operate, maintain and provide support and assistance services to Veterans through the Alpena County Department of Veterans Affairs (the estimate of revenue the County of Alpena will collect if the millage is approved and levied in the first year (2026) is ($274,291.27).

Hospital Millage Reallocation Proposal

Millage Proposal

The voters previously approved a millage for the purpose of funding the acquisition, construction and equipping of health care facilities by Alpena General Hospital. The County no longer operates Alpena General Hospital but continues to hold approximately $20,000 in taxes levied for such purposes. The purpose of this proposal is to authorize such funds to be used for other governmental purposes. Shall the County of Alpena, State of Michigan, be authorized to use $20,452.65, which constitutes…

YESA YES vote approves a new levy of the levy described in the ballot language — this is a tax increase.

NOA NO vote rejects the new tax; your property tax rate stays where it is.

Official ballot language

Alpena-Montmorency-Alcona Educational Service District Special Education Millage Renewal Proposal

Millage Renewal1.2872 mills10 years (2027–2036)

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 1.2872 mills for 10 years — generally no increase over what you pay now.

NOA NO vote lets the current millage expire; the service it funds would need cuts or other revenue.

Official ballot language

This proposal will permit the intermediate school district to continue to levy special education millage previously approved by the electors. Shall the currently authorized millage rate limitation of 1.2872 mills ($1.2872 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property in Alpena-Montmorency-Alcona Educational Service District, Michigan, to provide funds for the education of students with a disability, be renewed for a period of 10 years, 2027 to 2036, inclusive; the estimate of the revenue the intermediate school district will collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2027 is approximately $3,536,404 from local property taxes authorized herein (this is a renewal of millage that will expire with the 2026 tax levy)?

Voting in City of Alpena

Election DayTuesday, November 3, 2026 · polls open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. If you're in line by 8 p.m., you can vote.
Where to voteLook up your City of Alpena polling place, early-voting site and drop boxes at the Michigan Voter Information Center.
Early votingOctober 24 – November 1, 2026 at sites set by your clerk.
Absentee ballotsMust reach the City of Alpena clerk or a drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Too late to mail safely — drop it off.
Not registered?Register and vote the same day at the City of Alpena clerk's office with proof of residency.
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Other communities in Alpena County

Alpena Township · Green Township · Long Rapids Township · Maple Ridge Township · Ossineke Township · Sanborn Township · Wellington Township · Wilson Township