Elections in Michigan local government
What Michigan city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
578 Michigan meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Michigan with the most elections activity
- East Lansing, MI (42)
- Lansing, MI (42)
- Washtenaw County, MI (33)
- Traverse City, MI (26)
- Grand Rapids, MI (25)
- Ann Arbor, MI (22)
- Livingston County, MI (18)
- Macomb County, MI (17)
- Kalamazoo County, MI (16)
- Jackson, MI (12)
- Royal Oak, MI (12)
- Detroit, MI (12)
Latest matching meetings
Election Commission will hold a public accuracy test of voting machines
The Grand Ledge Election Commission meeting will include routine items such as roll call, audience participation, and approval of the July 14, 2026 minutes. The primary substantive business is a public accuracy test of the electronic tabulating equipment that will be used in all city precincts for the August 4, 2025…
Election Board to verify candidates for local offices
The Marquette City Election Board will meet to verify candidates for local offices. This follows the July 21 deadline for candidates to submit required materials and affidavits of identity.
Board to approve $110,242.50 contract for Skywalk Lighting Project
The Downtown Development Authority will elect a Vice Chairperson and Treasurer to fill vacant officer positions. It will recommend to City Council whether to approve a site‑plan proposal at 133 Evergreen Avenue that adds five parking spaces and one van‑accessible space. The board will also consider and vote on a…
Election Commission to conduct Public Accuracy Test for August primary
The Election Commission is meeting to certify the computer programming used to record and count votes for the August 4, 2026, Primary Election. The body will also review minutes from a previous special meeting.
Commission to elect officers and review exterior work at 115 Ripley Street
The West Main Street Historic District Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair, as the previous officers served three consecutive years. The body will also review a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior work at 115 Ripley Street, including a porch extension, vestibule, and stained-glass features.
Zoning Board to consider variance for 609.75 sq ft of Meijer wall signage
The Midland Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Petition 26‑03, a dimensional variance request by Allied Signs, Inc. on behalf of Meijer, Inc. to allow a total of 609.75 sq ft of wall signage at the Meijer store at 7300 Eastman Avenue. The board will also elect a new Chair and Vice Chair, as required…
Election commission to test voting equipment for primary
The Montcalm County Election Commission will conduct public testing of voting equipment to be used for early voting in the August 4, 2026 Primary Election. The meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Board will vote on ballot language for Veterans and Transportation millage measures
The Joint Government Oversight and Health and Human Services Committees will consider several resolutions, including approval of ballot language for the Macomb County Veterans' Millage and the Public Transportation Millage to appear on the November 3, 2026 ballot. They will also review contracts for a vacant land…
Commission will review three historic property alteration applications
The Historic District Commission will adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the June 16 meeting, and consider public comments. It will review three alteration applications: window replacements at 510 Minor and 1002 W North, and a deck conversion at 715 Wheaton. The commission will also elect officers and hear the…
Board will consider regular retirements for Larry Ebright and Barbara Battle
The Employees' Retirement System board will review two regular age and service retirement requests, one duty disability request, and one non‑duty disability request. It will also consider refunds of unvested contributions for Monica Baker ($18,203.70) and Karen Krish ($8,567.61). Additional agenda items include…
City Council to review Event Hub and Community Center payments
The City Council will consider several project payments and administrative items. Discussions include public safety millage renewals and the upcoming August 4, 2026, State Primary Election.
City Council to interview applicants for a council vacancy
The City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct interviews for City Council vacancy applicants. The meeting includes a call to the audience following the interviews.
Public test of voting equipment for the Aug 4, 2026 election
The Lansing Election Commission will conduct a public test of voting equipment in preparation for the August 4, 2026 election. The test will include precinct tabulators, an early voting tabulator, a voter assist terminal, and a ballot‑on‑demand system. The meeting also covers routine agenda approval, minutes approval…
Board to elect officers and set budget priorities for FY 27/28
The Board of Public Service will meet to approve minutes, elect officers, and discuss budget priorities for the fiscal year 2027-2028. The meeting is held at the Wastewater Treatment Plant Administrative Building.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board to hold elections
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to conduct board elections and welcome new members. The board will also review program updates and general board business.
Approval of Election Inspectors for Aug 4, 2026 Primary Election
The Fraser Election Commission will vote to approve the list of election inspectors for the August 4, 2026 State Primary Election. The commission will also conduct a public accuracy test of the DS-200 tabulators used in that election. Additional agenda items include approval of minutes from the October 9, 2025…
Board will approve minutes and plan August primary election canvass
The Washtenaw County Board of Canvassers will meet on July 15, 2026. The agenda includes approving the May 15, 2026 meeting minutes, a training session, and discussion of planning for the August primary election canvass. No policy or financial items are listed.
County approves $724,450 HRSA grant for Healthy Start program
The Finance Committee will consider several approvals, including a grant award of $724,450 from the Health Resources and Services Administration for the Healthy Start Program in the Health Department. It will also vote on a $30,000 amendment for additional medical examiner services, multiple purchase orders for…
Approve Resolution 2026-004 appointing Receiving Board for 2026 elections
The Center Line Election Commission will adopt its agenda, approve the minutes from the June 3, 2026 meeting, and vote on Resolution 2026-004 to appoint a Receiving Board for the August 4 and November 3, 2026 elections. The commission will also discuss audience communication and conduct a public accuracy test. The…
Board will conduct a public accuracy test for the Aug 4, 2026 primary election.
The Grand Rapids Board of Election Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, beginning with a call to order and roll call. Commissioners and the public will have opportunities to comment. The meeting will include a public accuracy test for the August 4, 2026 primary election before adjourning.
Board to elect officers, adopt annual water usage report
The East Lansing-Meridian Water & Sewer Authority board will elect its chair, vice-chair, secretary, and treasurer. They will also consider adopting the fiscal 2025/26 Annual Water Usage Report and hear updates on long-term planning.
Board considers new siren system and early voting space lease
The Midland County Board of Commissioners will review several committee recommendations, including emergency preparedness and facility leases. The board is also considering personnel job descriptions and appointments to the Joint Building Authority.
Commission votes on recall petitions against Lenox Township officials
The Macomb County Election Commission met to consider the clarity and factuality of recall petitions filed against Lenox Township officials. Commissioners heard arguments from petitioners and targets, then voted on each petition, with most being rejected. The meeting also adopted the agenda and approved minutes from…
Election Commission to appoint precinct inspectors for Aug. 4 election
The Grand Ledge Election Commission will meet to approve minutes from April 28, 2026, and consider a resolution appointing precinct inspectors for the August 4, 2026 election. A list of 32 proposed inspectors from all four precincts and the AVCB is attached to the agenda.
Commission to approve election inspectors for August 4 State Primary
The Election Commission will review and approve a list of election inspectors for the upcoming State Primary Election. The commission also has the authority to allow the Clerk to make necessary changes to these appointments.
Planning Commission to consider rezoning 3100‑3120 N. Saginaw Rd to Neighborhood Center
The Midland City Planning Commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair at its July 14 meeting. It will also hold a public hearing on Zoning Petition No. 673 to rezone the property at 3100 and 3120 N. Saginaw Road from Office Service to Neighborhood Center. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
Election Commission to appoint inspectors and test voting equipment for August primary
The Election Commission will meet to appoint election inspectors for the August 4, 2026 primary election and conduct the public accuracy and logic test of voting equipment. The meeting is a special session with a new start time at the City Election Center, 3021 Miller Road. The commission will also consider approving…
Ann Arbor Election Commission appoints inspectors and tests voting machines.
This special meeting is largely procedural, focusing on administrative preparations for the August 4 primary. The commission will appoint election inspectors and conduct a public accuracy test of voting equipment. No policy changes, budget items, or public hearings are scheduled.
City Commission approves sidewalk repairs and water main project
The Birmingham City Commission will approve a $971,825.64 contract for concrete sidewalk repairs and a special assessment for water service replacements on S. Eton Street. The body also sets a public hearing for a liquor license and discusses a new sustainability fee.
Zoning Board will consider three property cases and elect a secretary
The Beverly Hills Zoning Board of Appeals will review three pending zoning cases: 20555 Lincoln Hills Ct., 16214 Locherbie Ave., and 20065 Plantation Ln. The board will also hold an election for the board secretary. No other decisions are listed on the agenda.
Election Commission discusses preparations for August and November 2026 elections
The commission is considering several items related to election administration, including establishing a Receiving Board and an Absent Voter Counting Board. The agenda includes requests to schedule public accuracy tests for voting equipment used in upcoming state elections.
Election Commission reviews personnel for August 4 State Primary Election
The Commission will review and approve election inspectors and other personnel for the upcoming State Primary Election on August 4, 2026. This includes assignments for runners, precinct set-up, and the receiving and certifying board.
Madison Heights Election Commission meets July 13, 2026
The Commission will review previous minutes and handle election-related administrative tasks. The agenda includes appointing delegates for the August 4, 2026 election and approving election inspectors.
Election Commission prepares for August 4, 2026 Primary Election
The Commission will review meeting minutes and an emergency polling location change from WOW to AGS. The body is also set to approve election inspector assignments and ballots for local precincts in Genesee and Oakland counties.
Board to appoint election inspectors for August 4 Primary Election
The Board of Election Commissioners will meet to appoint inspectors for the August 4, 2026, Primary Election. Appointments cover precinct, early voting, absentee counting, and receiving boards.
Library Board to elect new Chair and Vice-Chair, consider policy amendments
The Library Board of Trustees will consider electing a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2027 fiscal year and discuss proposed amendments to the Carson City Library Policy document, including the preamble and general objectives. The board will also vote on approving the minutes from the June 11, 2026 meeting and receive…
Commission will appoint election inspectors for the Aug 4, 2026 election
The City Election Commission will approve the roster of election inspectors for the city's 20 election‑day precincts, the absentee voting counting board, and the receiving board for the August 4, 2026 election. It will also conduct a public accuracy test of the voting equipment to be used in that election. The meeting…
Board to reclassify Election Coordinator, add Senior Deputy Court Clerk II, saving $3,531
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to reclassify the Election Coordinator position to Grade 6. The resolution also creates a new Senior Deputy Court Clerk II position, classified as Grade 6. The County Clerk’s Office estimates the election coordinator reclassification will save about…
Board to vote on health dept renovation contract, election staff change
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent calendar including a contract with TRG Services for Health Department renovations, a complement change for the Clerk's Office Elections Division, and acceptance of additional substance abuse prevention funds. Routine approvals of bills and weekly…
Election Commission to appoint inspectors for August 4 primary
The Coldwater Election Commission will hold a special meeting on July 11, 2026 to approve minutes from April 13 and appoint election inspectors and AVCB members for the August 4, 2026 Primary Election. The agenda includes a proposed list of election workers for the primary.