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

11 local races (27 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 Blackman 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 Blackman 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 Blackman Township on Election Day?

Polls in Blackman 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 Blackman Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Blackman 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 Blackman Township, Jackson 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 Blackman Township sample ballot (6 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 Blackman Township (11)

Court of Appeals District 3 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 2. Incumbent Position.

AMark T. BoonstraIncumbent
FDaniel S. KorobkinIncumbent

4th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

BJohn G. McBain Jr.Incumbent

4th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

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

DAllison L. BatesIncumbent

12th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

N/RNicole HughesIncumbent
N/RGeorge D. Lyons

12th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

N/RJared L. Hopkins
N/RStormie Rae McGee

Jackson College — Board of Trustees Member

Community College · Vote for up to 3.

N/RKriss Giannetti
N/RMatt Heins
N/RGeorge B. Page
N/RTeshna Thomas

Northwest Community Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 5 of 6 precincts in Blackman Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RTim Curran
N/RJim JohnsonIncumbent
N/RLibby Conant Lounds
N/RKatie Pitchford

Jackson Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RWilliam Baird
N/RTyshon C. Gray
N/RTabitha Williams

Western School District — Board Member

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

N/RBrandon Bradley
N/RGale Easton
N/RBlaine Goodrich
N/RJason Herrington

Jackson Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030. · Appears on ballots in 2 of 6 precincts in Blackman Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RNo candidates on ballot

East Jackson Community Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 4 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 6 precincts in Blackman Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RJeff Brown
N/RValerie Doane
N/RMishele Wilkins

Local proposals & millages (2)

Central Dispatch Proposition for 9-1-1 System Funding

Ballot Question

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

NOA NO vote keeps the current rules in place.

Official ballot language

Shall the County of Jackson, Michigan, which is currently authorized to assess a charge on all landline, wireless, and voice over internet protocol service users located in Jackson County of up to $1.50 per month, be authorized to replace that current authorization with a charge of up to $3.00 per month on such service users, effective July 1, 2027, to be used exclusively for the funding of 9-1-1 emergency telephone call answering and dispatch services within Jackson County, including facilities, equipment and maintenance, and operating costs? If approved and levied, a portion of the additional funds generated will be used to equip all police and fire emergency first responders who are dispatched by the 9-1-1 emergency telephone call answering and dispatch services within Jackson County with new portable radios, replacing current 10-year-old radios.

Resolution to Adopt Parks and Recreation Millage

Millage Renewal0.25 mills10 years (2022–2026)est. $173,538/yr

Shall the authorized charter millage for the Charter Township of Blackman, established for years 2022 through 2026 inclusive at .25 mills ($0.25 Per $1,000 of taxable value), be renewed at up to .25 mills ($0.25 per $1,000 taxable value) for Ten (10) years, 2027 through 2037 inclusive, for the maintenance, improvements, enhancements, and additions to the Township park system, which .25-mills will raise an estimated $173,538 in the first year the millage is levied

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 0.25 mills for 10 years — generally no increase over what you pay now.

NOA NO vote lets the current millage expire; the service it funds would need cuts or other revenue.

Official ballot language

Voting in Blackman 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 Blackman 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 Blackman 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 Blackman 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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