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

12 local races (28 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 Marathon 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 Marathon 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 Marathon Township on Election Day?

Polls in Marathon 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 Marathon Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Marathon 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 Marathon Township, Lapeer 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 Marathon 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 Marathon Township (12)

Lapeer County Road Commissioner

County · Vote for one.

N/RTerry Jostock(R)

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

40th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

BMike HodgesIncumbent

71st a District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position.

N/RDavid N. Richardson
N/RMaureen Flanigan Salayko

Mott Community College — Board of Trustees Member

Community College · Vote for up to 2.

N/RSteven L. Bentley
N/RAndy Everman
N/RQuentin Groce
N/RSantino Guerra
N/RLynn S. Hukee
N/RDawn Muma
N/RElizabeth Warren
N/RAndrew Watchorn

Village of Otter Lake — President

Village · Vote for one.

N/RDavid Dorr

Village of Columbiaville — Trustee

Village · Vote for up to 2. 4 Year Term.

N/RTodd DeweeseIncumbent
N/RPaul MilkaIncumbent

Village of Otter Lake — Trustee

Village · Vote for one. 4 Year Term.

N/REllen Demchak

Lakeville Community Schools — Board Member

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

N/RTony Bryant
N/RRichard Gulledge
N/RDevin May

North Branch Area Schools — Board Member

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

N/RMaria L. Hoebeke
N/RCheryl HowellIncumbent

Lakeville Community Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030.

N/RFawn Colombatto
N/RShaina Maize
N/RAharon Roberts

Lakeville Community Schools — Board Member

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

N/RNo candidates on ballot

Local proposals & millages (2)

Road Improvement Millage

New Millage / Increase1 mills10 years (2026–2035)est. $154,800/yr

Shall Marathon Township impose an increase of up to 1 mill ($1.00 per $1,000 of taxable value) in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Sec. 6 of the Michigan Constitution and levy it for ten (10) years, 2026 through 2035 inclusive, for public road construction, repair and maintenance, including road drainage. If the millage is levied in its entirety, it is estimated that the 1.0 mills would raise approximately $154,800.00 when first levied in 2026.

YESA YES vote approves a new levy of 1 mill for 10 years — this is a tax increase.

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

Official ballot language

Mott Community College Millage Renewal Proposition

Millage Renewal with Increase0.641 mills10 years (2028–2037)

Renews Mott Community College's operating millage at the Headlee-reduced 0.6152 mill for 2028–2037 (~$8.9M/year, 9% of operating budget). Not a tax increase.

Cost to you: About $76.90/year on $250,000 of taxable value (unchanged).

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 0.641 mills for 10 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

Shall the previously voter approved increases in the limitation on the amount of taxes that may be levied by Charles Stewart Mott Community College, Genesee County, Michigan, against all property in the community college district of 0.6410 mill, which has been reduced to 0.6152 mill by operation of the Headlee Amendment, be renewed at the current mill ($0.6152 per $1,000 of taxable value of real and tangible personal property) and levied for 10 years, 2028 to 2037, inclusive, to provide funds for community college purposes? If the 0.6152 mill renewal is approved, it is estimated that the College will collect approximately $8.9 million of revenue in the first calendar year it is levied. The proposed millage is a renewal of a previously authorized millage.

Voting in Marathon 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 Marathon 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 Marathon 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 Marathon 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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