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

12 local races (38 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 Bedford 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 Bedford 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 Bedford Township on Election Day?

Polls in Bedford 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 Bedford Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Bedford 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 Bedford Township, Monroe 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 Bedford Township sample ballot (14 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 Bedford Township (12)

Monroe County Drain Commissioner

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

N/RJenna Morse(R)Incumbent

Bedford Township Park Commissioner

Township · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/01/2028.

N/RDawn Ansted(R)

Court of Appeals District 1 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 3. Incumbent Position. 6 Year Term.

CMariam Saad BazziIncumbent
BAnica LeticaIncumbent
AChristopher M. MurrayIncumbent

Court of Appeals District 1 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position. Partial Term Ending 01/01/2031.

CAndrew J. LievenseIncumbent

38th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position.

CLauren K. Beaudry
CMaria Zagorski

Monroe County Probate Court — Judge of Probate Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DCheryl R. SweeneyIncumbent

1st District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

CMichael BrownIncumbent

Monroe County Community College — Board of Trustees Member

Community College · Vote for up to 3.

N/RKevin Dahm
N/RPenny Dorcey
N/RMark Alan Ely
N/RJohn Gonta
N/RJeff La Roux
N/RJamie O'Brien
N/RCora M. Payne
N/RKeith Rossi
N/RMary Kay Thayer

Bedford Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RAmy Bissell
N/RGriffin Kirsch
N/RDouglas Steinman
N/RCynthia Vincent

Ida Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 4. 4 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 14 precincts in Bedford Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RTodd Albring
N/RJamie Hunter
N/RSara KingIncumbent
N/REdward Stotz
N/RJames G. Vandercook III
N/RCory Yoas

Mason Consolidated Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 14 precincts in Bedford Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RAndrea Adams
N/RGretchen Brenton Davison
N/RChandra Fowler
N/RJamie Otting
N/RMelissa Rosenberger
N/RTara Stubleski
N/RJohn Waller

Mason Consolidated Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for one. Partial Term Ending 12/31/2028. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 14 precincts in Bedford Township — check your official sample ballot.

N/RMatt Eurenius
N/RMelissa Kay Fortner

Local proposals & millages (1)

Fire Protection Proposal

New Millage / Increase1 mills10 yearsest. $1,580,439/yr

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

Shall the annual tax rate limitation imposed under Article IX, Section 6 of the Michigan Constitution be increased, and shall the Township of Bedford be authorized to levy an additional millage of 1.00 mills ($1.00 per $1,000.00 of taxable value), upon the taxable real and tangible personal property within the Township of Bedford, Monroe County, Michigan, each year for a period of ten (10) years to be collected annually beginning in 2028 and continuing through 2037, inclusive, for the purpose of providing funds to the Bedford Township Fire Department to be used for acquiring, improving and maintaining Fire Department equipment, vehicles, buildings and apparatus? The estimated revenue for the first year of the levy, if the proposition is approved, shall be approximately $1,580,439.00.

Voting in Bedford 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 Bedford 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 Bedford 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 Bedford 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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