What is on the ballot in Marquette 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 is early voting in Marquette 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 Marquette 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 Marquette Township on Election Day?

Polls in Marquette 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 Marquette Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Marquette 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 Marquette Township, Marquette 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 Marquette 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 Marquette Township (6)

3rd District — Commissioner

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

N/RJenna Smith(D)

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

25th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DMatt WieseIncumbent

96th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position.

N/RPatrick J. Crowley
N/RDerek G. Swajanen

Marquette Area Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RLauren Calef
N/REric SmithIncumbent

Marquette Area Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RJessica Maki

Local proposals & millages (1)

Library Millage Renewal Proposal

Millage Renewal with Increase0.8761 mills2 years (2026–2027)est. $313,703/yr

Shall the previously voted increase in charter millage in the amount of one mill ($1.00 on each $1,000.00 of taxable value), reduced to 0.8761 mill ($.8761 on each $1,000.00 of taxable value) by the required millage rollbacks, be renewed in an amount not to exceed 0.8761 mill ($.8761 on each $1,000.00 of taxable value) and levied for a period of two (2) years, 2026 to 2027 inclusive, to be distributed to the Peter White Public Library for the purpose of providing library services to the…

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 0.8761 mills for 2 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

Voting in Marquette 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 Marquette 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 Marquette 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 Marquette 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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