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

11 local races (21 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 Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover Township on Election Day?

Polls in Hanover 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 Hanover Township?

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

Absentee ballots must be received by the Hanover 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 Hanover Township, 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 Hanover 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 Hanover Township (11)

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

Village of Buckley — President

Village · Vote for one.

N/RTakis W. PiferIncumbent

Village of Buckley — Clerk

Village · Vote for one.

N/RDenny Kuhn

Village of Buckley — Treasurer

Village · Vote for one.

N/RJacqueline Cade

Village of Buckley — Trustee

Village · Vote for up to 3.

N/RLarry CadeIncumbent
N/RJeff HallIncumbent
N/RCody KuhnIncumbent

Buckley Community Schools — Board Member

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

N/RBrielle PorterIncumbent
N/RSara SniderIncumbent
N/RTerry WilsonIncumbent

Mesick Consolidated Schools — Board Member

School Board · Vote for up to 3. 6 Year Term.

N/RTodd G. AltmanIncumbent
N/RStephanie Chisholm
N/RSally FlatmanIncumbent
N/RRory L. Willette

Mesick Consolidated Schools — Board Member

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

N/RAmber MacEachern
N/RAmber VranishIncumbent

Local proposals & millages (1)

Mesick Consolidated Schools Bond Proposal

Bond Proposal3.4 mills$17.1 million

YESA YES vote authorizes the sale of $17.1 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 Mesick Consolidated Schools, Wexford and Manistee Counties, Michigan, borrow the sum of not to exceed Seventeen Million One Hundred Thousand Dollars ($17,100,000) and issue its general obligation unlimited tax bonds therefor for the purpose of: remodeling, furnishing and refurnishing, and equipping and re-equipping school buildings, primarily the 1966 portion of the elementary building, which will include roof replacements, HVAC improvements, and the creation of a secure entryway; and developing, equipping, and improving sites? The following is for informational purposes only: The estimated millage that will be levied for the proposed bonds in 2027 is 3.40 mills ($3.40 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation). The maximum number of years the bonds may be outstanding, exclusive of any refunding, is twenty-five (25) years. The estimated simple average annual millage anticipated to be required to retire this bond debt is 3.16 mills ($3.16 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.)

Voting in Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover 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 Hanover Township clerk's office with proof of residency.
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