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

7 local races (16 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 Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion Township on Election Day?

Polls in Marion 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 Marion Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Marion 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 Marion Township, Livingston 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 Marion Township 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 Marion Township (7)

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

44th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position.

CAndrea Banfield
AKristina S. Lyke

53rd District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DDaniel BainIncumbent

Howell Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RStephanie Kooiker
N/RJ. J. Lewis
N/RMathew Lovrenich
N/RCourtney Tarara

Pinckney Community Schools — Board Member

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

N/RRodolfo Gomez
N/RGayle Hurn
N/RMatt Maciag

Howell Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2030.

N/RBrandon Barefield
N/RBreanne Green

Pinckney Community Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 4 precincts in Marion Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RAshley M. Voss

Local proposals & millages (2)

Howell Public Schools Operating Millage Renewal Proposal

Millage Renewal with Increase18 mills11 years (2028–2038)

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 18 mills for 11 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

This proposal will allow the school district to continue to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its revenue per pupil foundation allowance. The remaining .4411 mill is only available to be levied to restore millage lost as a result of the reduction required by the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and will only be levied to the extent necessary to restore that reduction. Shall the currently authorized millage rate limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, in Howell Public Schools, Livingston County, Michigan, be renewed by 18.4411 mills ($18.4411 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 11 years, 2028 to 2038, inclusive, to provide funds for operating purposes; the estimate of the revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and 18 mills are levied in 2028 is approximately $21,695,017 (this is a renewal of millage that will expire with the 2027 tax levy)?

Howell Public Schools Operating Millage Proposal

Millage Restoration (Headlee Override)18 mills11 years (2028–2038)est. $24,106/yr

YESA YES vote raises the levy back to the originally authorized 18 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 will allow the school district to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its revenue per pupil foundation allowance. Shall the limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, in Howell Public Schools, Livingston County, Michigan, be increased by .6084 mill ($0.6084 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 11 years, 2028 to 2038, inclusive, to provide funds for operating purposes; the estimate of the revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and levied in 2028 is approximately $24,106 (this millage is to restore millage lost as a result of the reduction required by the Michigan Constitution of 1963 and will be levied only to the extent necessary to restore that reduction)?

Voting in Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion 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 Marion 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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