What is on the ballot in Baraga Township, Michigan on November 3, 2026?

8 local races (15 candidates) and 1 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 Baraga Township?

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 Baraga Township?

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 Baraga Township on Election Day?

Polls in Baraga Township 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 Baraga Township?

Yes. Michigan allows same-day registration: go to the Baraga Township 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 Baraga Township?

Absentee ballots must be received by the Baraga Township 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 Baraga Township, Baraga 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 Baraga Township sample ballot (2 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 Baraga Township (8)

Baraga County Treasurer

County · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028.

N/RAshley Kristo(R)

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

12th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DBrittany A. BulleitIncumbent

97th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DNicholas J. DaavettilaIncumbent

Village of Baraga — President

Village · Vote for one. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 2 precincts in Baraga Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RScott Lee Koski

Village of Baraga — Trustee

Village · Vote for up to 2. 4 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 2 precincts in Baraga Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RTony Cerroni
N/RPaul Stark

Village of Baraga — Trustee

Village · Vote for up to 2. Partial Term Ending 11/30/2028. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 2 precincts in Baraga Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RSandra Johnson
N/RJohn Westman

Baraga Area Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 4.

N/RSherri Goodreau
N/RMichael P Lahti
N/RCarmen Larson
N/RSue Wilson

Local proposals & millages (1)

Copper Country Intermediate School District Special Education Millage Proposal

New Millage / Increase0.2903 mills20 years (2027–2046)

YESA YES vote approves a new levy of 0.2903 mills for 20 years — this is a tax increase.

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

Official ballot language

This proposal will replace millage that expires with the 2026 tax levy and will allow the intermediate school district to continue to levy area special education millage previously approved by the electors. Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property in the Copper Country Intermediate School District, Michigan, be increased by 0.2903 mill ($0.2903 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 20 years, 2027 to 2046, inclusive, to provide funds for the education of students with a disability; the estimate of the revenue the intermediate school district will collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2027 is approximately $601,033 from local property taxes authorized herein?

Voting in Baraga Township

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 Baraga Township 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 Baraga Township 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 Baraga Township clerk's office with proof of residency.
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Other communities in Baraga County

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