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

12 local races (21 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 Surrey 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 Surrey 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 Surrey Township on Election Day?

Polls in Surrey 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 Surrey Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Surrey 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 Surrey Township, Clare 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 Surrey Township 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 Surrey Township (12)

Clare County Road Commissioner

County · Vote for one.

N/RPatrick Adams(D)
N/RStacy S. Stocking(R)

Surrey Township Trustee

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

N/RPaul Ghinelli(R)Incumbent

Court of Appeals District 4 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 3. Incumbent Position.

CMichael J. KellyIncumbent
DAllie Greenleaf MaldonadoIncumbent
DMichelle M. RickIncumbent

55th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DTara S. HoveyIncumbent

80th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

CJoshua M. FarrellIncumbent

Mid Michigan College — Board of Trustees Member

Community College · Vote for up to 2. 6 Year Term.

N/RMark W Jannott
N/RTeola Lutsker
N/RDarren MurrayIncumbent
N/RTimothy S Odykirk
N/RSteven T Wiesner

Mid Michigan College — Board of Trustees Member

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

N/RM Onita Oles

Village of Farwell — President

Village · Vote for one.

N/RTracey L. JacksonIncumbent

Village of Farwell — Trustee

Village · Vote for up to 3. 4 Year Term.

N/RJeffery Linton
N/RAmanda PfruenderIncumbent

Village of Farwell — Trustee

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

N/RNo candidates on ballot

Farwell Area Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. 6 Year Term.

N/RKrista Tacey-Cater
N/RNathan YarhouseIncumbent

Farwell Area Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028.

N/RJohn PakledinazIncumbent

Local proposals & millages (2)

Surrey Township Road Millage

New Millage / Increase1 mills2027–2037est. $132,000/yr

Shall the 1 mill tax limitation on general ad valorem tax within Surrey Township imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution be increased for said Township by 1 mill ($1.00 per $1,000.00 taxable value) for the period of 10 years, from 2027 through 2037 inclusive for the purpose of road improvements, construction and brining to the Township; and shall the Township levy such additional new millage for said purposes; thereby raising in the first year an estimated $132,000 and a…

YESA YES vote approves a new levy of 1 mill for 2027–2037 — this is a tax increase.

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

Official ballot language

Mid Michigan College Charter Millage Proposal

Millage Restoration (Headlee Override)0.2929 millsPermanentest. $1,307,848/yr

Permanently restores 0.2929 mill of Mid Michigan College's Headlee-reduced charter millage (~$1.3M in 2027).

Cost to you: About $29/year per $100,000 of taxable value — permanent.

YESA YES vote raises the levy back to the originally authorized 0.2929 mills, overriding the Headlee Amendment rollback — this is a tax increase over the current rate.

NOA NO vote keeps the current, rolled-back rate in place.

Official ballot language

This proposal would restore Mid Michigan College's original millage, which has been reduced by the Headlee Amendment, and allow the college to levy on all taxable property the millage previously approved by the voters of the community college district. Shall the limitation on the total amount of taxes which may be assessed against all taxable property within the community college district of Mid Michigan College, Michigan, be increased by 0.2929 mill ($0.2929 on each $1,000 of taxable value) in perpetuity to provide funds for all authorized charter millage purposes specified within the power of the college’s board of trustees; the estimate of the revenue the college will collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2027 is approximately $1,307,848 from the local taxes authorized in this proposal?

Voting in Surrey 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 Surrey 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 Surrey 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 Surrey 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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