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

12 local races (23 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 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 Niles 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 Niles on Election Day?

Polls in City of Niles 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 Niles?

Yes. Michigan allows same-day registration: go to the City of Niles 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 Niles?

Absentee ballots must be received by the City of Niles 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 Niles, 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 City sample ballot (4 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 City (12)

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

Ward 2 — Council Member by Ward

City · Vote for one. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 4 precincts in Niles City — check your official sample ballot.

N/RRachael Briand
N/RTim Rogers

Niles Community Schools — Board Member

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

N/RJosh Asmus
N/RMarci Taylor

Ward 4 — Council Member by Ward

City · Vote for one. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 4 precincts in Niles City — check your official sample ballot.

N/RLarry Larson
N/RMichael Andrew Thompson

Ward 1 — Council Member by Ward

City · Vote for one. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 4 precincts in Niles City — check your official sample ballot.

N/RJamie Bennett
N/RKrystal Rose McCully

Ward 3 — Council Member by Ward

City · Vote for one. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 4 precincts in Niles City — check your official sample ballot.

N/RCharles Ricky Fouché

Local proposals & millages (1)

Proposal to Limit the Number of Marihuana Retailers in the City of Niles

Ordinance / Referendum

It is proposed that the City of Niles Code of Ordinances, Section 54-534(a)(1) be amended to add the following the language: (b) Notwithstanding 54-534(a)(1)(a), a maximum of five marihuana retailers as defined in MCL 333.27953(q) are permitted in the city. Should this proposed amendment be adopted?

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

Voting in City of Niles

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 Niles 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 Niles 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 Niles 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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