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

6 local races (10 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 are the polls open in Portage Township?

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 Portage Township?

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 Portage Township on Election Day?

Polls in Portage 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 Portage Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Portage Township 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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Portage Township sample ballot, Mackinac County: November 3, 2026

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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 Portage Township (6)

Mackinac County Road Commissioner

County · Vote for one.

N/RGary Derusha(R)Incumbent

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

11th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

FBrian D. RahillyIncumbent
BRobert T. Steinhoff

92nd District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

CBeth Ann GibsonIncumbent

Engadine Consolidated Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2.

N/RNo candidates on ballot

Tahquamenon Area Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 4.

N/REric Feldhusen
N/RBruce Klusmeyer

Local proposals & millages (1)

Senior Services and Programs Millage Renewal Proposal

Millage Renewal with Increase0.5 mills4 yearsest. $668,850/yr

Shall the previously voted increase in the tax limitation imposed under Article IX, Section 6 of the Michigan Constitution on general ad valorem taxes within MACKINAC COUNTY, MICHIGAN of .50 mill ($0.50 per $1,000 of taxable value) be renewed for a period of four years, being 2027, 2028, 2029, AND 2030, inclusive for the purpose of providing operating funds to continue and enhance Mackinac County Community Action Agency’s Meals Programs and Mackinac County Community Action Agency’s Senior…

YESA YES vote renews the levy at up to 0.5 mills for 4 years. The ballot language also restores or raises the rate, so you may pay more than you do now; the official language gives the exact amount.

NOA NO vote rejects the renewal and any increase. A current levy, if there is one, continues only until its scheduled expiration.

Official ballot language

Voting in Portage 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 Portage Township 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 Portage Township 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 Portage 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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