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

8 local races (17 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 Suttons Bay 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 Suttons Bay 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 Suttons Bay Township on Election Day?

Polls in Suttons Bay 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 Suttons Bay Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Suttons Bay 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 Suttons Bay Township, Leelanau 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 Suttons Bay 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 Suttons Bay Township (8)

Leelanau County Road Commissioner

County · Vote for one.

N/RMelvin Black(R)

Leelanau County Drain Commissioner

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

N/RKristy Anne Burns(D)
N/RMelinda C. Lautner(R)
N/RTim Lodge(Ind)

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

13th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

AKevin A. ElsenheimerIncumbent

Village of Suttons Bay — Trustee

Village · Vote for up to 3.

N/RKarl BahleIncumbent
N/RRich Hylwa
N/RDillon Newcomb

Leland Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. 4 Year Term.

N/RMary Fleishman
N/RHeidi L. Kruse

Suttons Bay Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 4 Year Term.

N/RChris D. DeJong
N/RDillon Newcomb
N/RJames B. White

Suttons Bay Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028.

N/RGregory J. Gurka

Local proposals & millages (1)

Bay Area Transportation Authority Millage Proposal

Millage Renewal0.4589 mills7 years (2028–2034)est. $6,041,755/yr

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 0.4589 mills for 7 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

Shall the Bay Area Transportation Authority for Grand Traverse and Leelanau Counties, Michigan, be authorized to levy annually an amount not to exceed .4589 mills ($0.46 per $1,000 of taxable value), a renewal of the .4788 mills reduced to .4589 mills under the Headlee Amendment, on taxable property within its jurisdiction for seven (7) years, 2028 through 2034, inclusive, to fund public transportation capital and operating expenses and provide transportation services for seniors and persons with disabilities? The estimated first year revenue is approximately $6,041,755. By law, a portion of millage will be distributed to other governmental tax-capturing entities, including the Traverse City, Village of Kingsley, Village of Fife Lake and Interlochen Downtown Development Authorities and the Grand Traverse and Leelanau County Brownfield Redevelopment Authorities.

Voting in Suttons Bay 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 Suttons Bay 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 Suttons Bay 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 Suttons Bay Township clerk's office with proof of residency.
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