What is on the ballot in City of Monroe, Michigan on November 3, 2026?

9 local races (34 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 Monroe City?

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 Monroe City?

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 City of Monroe on Election Day?

Polls in City of Monroe 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 City of Monroe?

Yes. Michigan allows same-day registration: go to the City of Monroe 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 City of Monroe?

Absentee ballots must be received by the City of Monroe 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 City of Monroe, 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 Monroe City sample ballot (7 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

This community is split between districts — your address determines which appear on your ballot.

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 Monroe City (9)

Monroe County Drain Commissioner

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

N/RJenna Morse(R)Incumbent

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

Monroe Public Schools — Board Member

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

N/RCindy Flynn
N/RAmanda Hawes
N/RPansy Heath
N/RThomas Heck
N/RJesse Mayo
N/RDarla Myers
N/RLaura Petee
N/RMary Renwick

Jefferson Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 4. 4 Year Term. · Appears on ballots in 1 of 7 precincts in Monroe City — check your official sample ballot.

N/RJasmine Abrams
N/RMargo Barron
N/RLindsay Goff
N/RJeff Grodi
N/RCheryl Henry
N/RJulie Massengill
N/RCory McLaughlin
N/RNicolas Pfeiffer

Local proposals & millages (1)

Jefferson Schools Bond Proposal

Bond Proposal2 mills$28.7 million

YESA YES vote authorizes the sale of $28.7 million in bonds, repaid through a property tax levy over the life of the bonds.

NOA NO vote rejects the borrowing — no bonds are issued and no new debt levy is added.

Official ballot language

Shall Jefferson Schools, Monroe County, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Twenty-Eight Million Seven Hundred Thousand Dollars ($28,700,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor, in one or more series, for the purpose of: remodeling, furnishing and refurnishing, and equipping and re-equipping school buildings, including roof replacements and safety and security improvements; and preparing, developing, and improving sites? The following is for informational purposes only: The estimated millage that will be levied for the proposed bonds in 2027 is 2.00 mills ($2.00 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation). The maximum number of years the bonds of any series may be outstanding, exclusive of any refunding, is twenty (20) years. The estimated simple average annual millage anticipated to be required to retire this bond debt is 1.99 mills ($1.99 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation). (Pursuant to State law, expenditure of bond proceeds must be audited and the proceeds cannot be used for repair or maintenance costs, teacher, administrator or employee salaries, or other operating expenses.)

Appears on ballots in 1 of 7 precincts in Monroe City — check your official sample ballot.

Voting in City of Monroe

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 City of Monroe 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 City of Monroe 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 City of Monroe 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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Other communities in Monroe County

Ash Township · Bedford Township · Berlin Township · Dundee Township · Erie Township · Exeter Township · Frenchtown Township · Ida Township · La Salle Township · London Township · City of Luna Pier · City of Milan · Milan Township · Monroe Township · City of Petersburg · Raisinville Township · Summerfield Township · Whiteford Township