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

6 local races (11 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton Township on Election Day?

Polls in Hamilton 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 Hamilton Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Hamilton 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 Hamilton Township, Van Buren 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton Township (6)

Van Buren County Surveyor

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

N/RNo candidates on ballot

Court of Appeals District 3 — Judge of Court of Appeals

Judicial · Vote for up to 2. Incumbent Position.

AMark T. BoonstraIncumbent
FDaniel S. KorobkinIncumbent

36th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position.

CKelly Ward

7th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Non-Incumbent Position.

N/RRachel Keeley

Southwestern Michigan College — Board of Trustees Member

Community College · Vote for up to 3.

N/RTracy HertselIncumbent
N/RTom JerdonIncumbent
N/RBecky MooreIncumbent

Decatur Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 2.

N/RJosh Docekal
N/RLaurie Southworth
N/RDarren Tyria

Local proposals & millages (1)

Millage Proposal for Road Maintenance and Paving

Millage Renewal with Increase1 mills6 years (2026–2031)est. $81,272/yr

Shall the expired previous voted increase in the tax limitations imposed under Article IX, Sec 6 of the Michigan Constitution in Hamilton Township, of 1 mills ($1.00 per $1,000 of taxable value), reduced to .9949 mills ($.9949 per $1,000 of taxable value) by the required millage rollbacks, be renewed at and increased up to the original voted 1 mill ($1.00 per $1,000 of taxable value) and levied for 6 years, 2026 through 2031 inclusive, for maintaining and upgrading existing roads within the…

YESA YES vote continues the existing levy of 1 mill for 6 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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 Hamilton 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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