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

12 local races (22 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 Niles 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 Niles 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 Niles Charter Township on Election Day?

Polls in Niles 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 Niles Charter Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Niles 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 Niles 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 Niles Charter Township 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 Niles Charter Township (12)

Niles Charter Township Park Commissioner

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

N/RChristine Whitmire(Green)

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

Brandywine Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RJames Boger
N/RAmanda Fox

Brandywine Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. 4 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 2 of 3 precincts in Niles Charter 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 2 of 3 precincts in Niles Charter Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RJosh Asmus
N/RMarci Taylor

Buchanan Community Schools — Board Member

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

N/RKatie Berry
N/RChris Carlson

Local proposals & millages (1)

Niles Charter Township Marihuana Retail Establishments Ordinance

Charter Amendment

YESA YES vote adopts the change described in the ballot language.

NOA NO vote keeps the current rules in place.

Official ballot language

NILES CHARTER TOWNSHIP ORDAINS: Section 1. Effective Date and Scope. This ordinance shall take effect immediately after certification of the election at which it is approved by the electors. The scope of this ordinance is limited to providing for the number of Marijuana Establishments allowed to operate in the township at any one time. Section 2. Amendment or Repeal. On and after the effective date of the Local Marijuana Control Ordinance, any existing ordinances, resolutions, parts of ordinances or sections in conflict with provisions of this ordinance, and specifically the “Niles Charter Township Prohibition of Marijuana Establishment Ordinance” would be amended or repealed only to the extent necessary to give this proposed ordinance full force and effect. Section 3. Four Marijuana Retail Establishments Allowed. Four (4) Adult Use retail marihuana establishments are allowed to operate within the township at any one time. Shall this Ordinance be approved?

Voting in Niles 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 Niles 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 Niles 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 Niles 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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