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

11 local races (20 candidates) and 0 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 are the polls open in Hillsdale City?

Polls are open 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. If you are in line by 8 p.m., you can vote. Early in-person voting ran October 24 – November 1.

Where do I vote in Hillsdale City?

Find your polling place 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 Hillsdale on Election Day?

Polls in City of Hillsdale 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 Hillsdale?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the City of Hillsdale clerk (or a clerk drop box) by 8 p.m. on Election Day, November 3, 2026. It is too late to mail it, so drop it off instead.

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City of Hillsdale sample ballot, Hillsdale County: November 3, 2026

Michigan General Election · Tuesday, November 3, 2026 · Polls open 7 a.m.–8 p.m. · Election Day hours and deadlines. Every local race and proposal on the official Hillsdale 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 Hillsdale City (11)

Hillsdale County Road Commissioner

County · Vote for up to 2.

N/RGary A. Leininger(R)
N/RWesley Wickham(R)

Court of Appeals District 1 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 3. Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

CMariam Saad BazziIncumbent
BAnica LeticaIncumbent
AChristopher M. MurrayIncumbent

Court of Appeals District 1 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position. Partial Term Ending 01/01/2031.

CAndrew J. LievenseIncumbent

2nd B District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

CMegan R.M. StiversonIncumbent

Hillsdale City Mayor

City · Vote for one.

N/RMatthew H. BentleyIncumbent
N/RBob Flynn

Ward 3 — Councilperson Ward 3

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

N/RMatthew Kniffin
N/RAmber L. Yoder

Hillsdale Community Schools — Board Member

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

N/RKathy Petersen
N/RRebecca Portteus
N/RJames Thomas

Hillsdale Community Schools — Board Member

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

N/RJeff Kunkel

Ward 2 — Councilperson Ward 2

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

N/RCynthia L. Pratt

Ward 1 — Councilperson Ward 1

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

N/RConnie Bennett
N/RJill Hardway

Ward 4 — Councilperson Ward 4

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

N/RDavid Hambleton
N/RSteve McDowellIncumbent

Local proposals & millages (0)

No local proposals on this ballot.

Voting in City of Hillsdale

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 Hillsdale polling place and drop boxes at the Michigan Voter Information Center.
Early votingEnded November 1. Vote at your polling place on Election Day.
Absentee ballotsMust reach the City of Hillsdale clerk or a drop box by 8 p.m. on Election Day. Don't mail it now. Drop it off.
Not registered?Register and vote the same day at the City of Hillsdale 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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