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

17 local races (33 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 Berrien 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 Berrien 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 Berrien Township on Election Day?

Polls in Berrien 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 Berrien Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Berrien 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 Berrien Township, Berrien 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 Berrien 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 Berrien Township (17)

Berrien Township Clerk

Township · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028.

N/RTory Parrish(R)Incumbent

Court of Appeals District 3 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 2. Incumbent Position.

AMark T. BoonstraIncumbent
FDaniel S. KorobkinIncumbent

2nd Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

BJennifer L. Smith-DenDoovenIncumbent

Berrien County Probate Court — Judge of Probate Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

BMabel Johnson MayfieldIncumbent

5th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

BGordon Gary HosbeinIncumbent

5th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

N/RJennifer E. Fields
N/RMyrene Kay Koch

Lake Michigan College — Board Member

Community College · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term.

N/RVicki BurghdoffIncumbent
N/RBrian Edlefson
N/RJulia Gourley Donohue
N/RDebra JohnsonIncumbent
N/RCynthia Miller
N/RMary Jo TomasiniIncumbent

Lake Michigan College — Board Member

Community College · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030.

N/RAlloyd Blackmon

Village of Berrien Springs — President

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

N/RSheila SnyderIncumbent

Village of Eau Claire — President

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

N/RJacob Layman

Village of Berrien Springs — Trustee

Village · Vote for up to 3. 4 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 2 precincts in Berrien Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RZach Fedoruk
N/RLonna JohnsonIncumbent
N/RChristopher PerezIncumbent

Village of Eau Claire — Trustee

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

N/RCaleb J. Owens
N/RStefani Prestly
N/RBryan Williams

Berrien Springs Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term.

N/RLee Davidson
N/RSteve Shunkwiler

Eau Claire Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. 6 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 2 precincts in Berrien Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RStephanie Daniel
N/RRoshelle Hall
N/RBrittni Harrington-Kidder
N/RSusan Lynn Martinic

Eau Claire Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 2 precincts in Berrien Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RNo candidates on ballot

Eau Claire Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 2 precincts in Berrien Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RNo candidates on ballot

Niles Community Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 2 precincts in Berrien Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RJosh Asmus
N/RMarci Taylor

Local proposals & millages (1)

Proposal for Road Millage

New Millage / Increase8 mills4 years (2027–2030)est. $200,672/yr

Shall Berrien Township impose an increase of up to 7/8 mill ($0.875 per $1,000 of taxable value) in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution and levy it for four years, 2027 through 2030 inclusive, for road maintenance, repair and construction, raising an estimated $200,672.00 in the first year the millage is levied? This millage will replace the current road assessment for road maintenance, repair and construction which will expire in 2026.

YESA YES vote approves a new levy of 8 mills for 4 years — this is a tax increase.

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

Official ballot language

Voting in Berrien 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 Berrien 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 Berrien 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 Berrien Township clerk's office with proof of residency.
IDBring a photo ID, or sign an affidavit if you don't have one. Full checklist →

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