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

5 local races (9 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 Cadillac 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 Cadillac 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 Cadillac on Election Day?

Polls in City of Cadillac 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 Cadillac?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the City of Cadillac 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 Cadillac, Wexford 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 Cadillac City sample ballot (3 precincts). 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 Cadillac City (5)

Wexford County Prosecuting Attorney

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

N/RJohanna C. Carey(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

28th Circuit Court — Judge of Circuit Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

BJason J. ElmoreIncumbent

84th District Court — Judge of District Court

Judicial · Vote for one. Incumbent Position.

DCorey J. WigginsIncumbent

Cadillac Area Public Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3.

N/RZachary A. AndersonIncumbent
N/RAnne EngelsIncumbent
N/RNicole SchultzIncumbent

Local proposals & millages (1)

Fire Millage Proposal

New Millage / Increase1.85 mills10 years (2027–2036)

YESA YES vote approves a new levy of 1.85 mills 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 City of Cadillac, Wexford County, be authorized to levy annually a new additional millage in an amount not to exceed 1.85 mills ($1.85 per each $1,000 of taxable value) against all taxable property in the City for a period of ten (10) years, 2027 through 2036, inclusive, for the purpose of operating, equipping, providing personnel, and purchasing for the fire department and any other purposes authorized by law for fire services? The estimate of the revenue the City will collect in the first year (2027) if the millage is approved and levied by the City is approximately $630,000. By law, a portion of the revenue may be subject to capture by the City of Cadillac’s Local Development Finance Authority, Downtown Development Authority, and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, and the Cadillac West Corridor Improvement Authority.

Voting in City of Cadillac

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 Cadillac 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 Cadillac 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 Cadillac 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 Wexford County

Antioch Township · Boon Township · Cedar Creek Township · Cherry Grove Township · Clam Lake Township · Colfax Township · Greenwood Township · Hanover Township · Haring Township · Henderson Township · Liberty Township · City of Manton · Selma Township · Slagle Township · South Branch Township · Springville Township · Wexford Township