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

9 local races (21 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 Watervliet 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 Watervliet 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 Watervliet on Election Day?

Polls in City of Watervliet 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 Watervliet?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the City of Watervliet 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 Watervliet, 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 Watervliet City sample ballot. 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 Watervliet City (9)

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

Watervliet City Commissioner

City · Vote for up to 3.

N/RDavid Brinker
N/RPat O'Brien
N/RRebecca E. Oliphant

Watervliet Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RKimberly Adams
N/RTom Isbrecht
N/RRod Kinzler
N/RCarrie Wilder

Local proposals & millages (1)

Watervliet Joint Fire Department Millage Proposal

Millage Renewal with Increase1.9712 mills2 years (2027–2028)est. $93,356/yr

Shall the expired, previous voted increase in the tax limitation, on the total amount of taxes which may be assessed against all taxable valuation of all property in Watervliet City liable for taxation, of 1.9712 mills ($1.97 per each $1,000.00 of taxable value), and unchanged by the required millage rollbacks be renewed at up to 1.9712 mills ($1.9712 per each $1,000.00 of taxable valuation) and levied for a period of two years, 2027 through 2028, inclusive, for the purpose of supporting fire…

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 1.9712 mills for 2 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 City of Watervliet

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 Watervliet 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 Watervliet 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 Watervliet clerk's office with proof of residency.
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