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

14 local races (30 candidates) and 2 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 Lincoln Charter 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 Lincoln Charter 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 Lincoln Charter Township on Election Day?

Polls in Lincoln Charter 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 Lincoln Charter Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Lincoln Charter 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 Lincoln Charter 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 Lincoln Charter Township sample ballot (5 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

This community is split between districts — your address determines which appear on your ballot.

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 Lincoln Charter Township (14)

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

Lincoln Charter Township Library Board Director

Township · Vote for up to 2. Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028.

N/RNo candidates on ballot

Lakeshore Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RJason R. Beckrow
N/RDonna Lewis
N/RGriffin Ott
N/RWilliam Scaletta

St. Joseph Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. 6 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 5 precincts in Lincoln Charter Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RGillian Conrad
N/RAmy Marohn
N/RBrandon Sheskey

St. Joseph Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 5 precincts in Lincoln Charter Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RJon Bergman
N/RTony Mandarino
N/RSteven Pierangeli

Village of Stevensville — President

Village · Vote for one. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 5 precincts in Lincoln Charter Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RBert PetersIncumbent

Village of Stevensville — Trustee

Village · Vote for up to 3. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 5 precincts in Lincoln Charter Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RBruce ArterIncumbent

Bridgman Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 2 of 5 precincts in Lincoln Charter Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RNancy Hawley
N/RMaricar Shonk
N/RSam StineIncumbent

Local proposals & millages (2)

Lincoln Township Police Department Millage Renewal

Millage Renewal with Increase1.5 mills10 years (2026–2035)est. $1,412,749/yr

Shall the previously approved increase in the tax limitation imposed by Article IX, Section 6 of the Michigan Constitution in the Charter Township of Lincoln of 1.50 mills, reduced to 1.4706 mills by required rollbacks, be renewed and replaced at up to 1.4706 mills ($1.4706 per $1,000 of taxable value), and levied for a period of 10 years, 2026 through 2035, inclusive, for the purposes of operating the Lincoln Township Police Department, raising an estimated $1,412,749 in the first year the…

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 1.5 mills for 10 years — generally no increase over what you pay now, plus the restored or added amount described.

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

Official ballot language

Lincoln Township Road Maintenance Millage Renewal

Millage Renewal with Increase0.25 mills6 years (2026–2031)est. $235,266/yr

Shall the previously approved increase in the tax limitation imposed by Article IX, Section 6 of the Michigan Constitution in the Charter Township of Lincoln of .25 mills, reduced to .2449 mills by required rollbacks, be renewed at up to .2449 mills ($.2449 per $1,000 of taxable value), and levied for a period of 6 years, 2026 through 2031, inclusive, for the purposes of maintenance, repair and replacement of the public roads in Lincoln Charter Township, raising an estimated $235,266 in the…

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 0.25 mills for 6 years — generally no increase over what you pay now, plus the restored or added amount described.

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

Official ballot language

Voting in Lincoln Charter 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 Lincoln Charter 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 Lincoln Charter 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 Lincoln Charter 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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