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Voter Information

VOTING
Our regular office hours are Tuesdays 8am - 11am.
Contact the CLERK for any questions, 989-362-3171

Election Results
Election results can be found on the Iosco County webpage:  https://iosco.net/departments/clerk-2/election-results/

Voter Registration
Are you registered to vote? Do you know your voting precinct? Click here to find your voter information.

To register to vote, you must be all the following:

  • A U.S. citizen
  • At least 18 years old by Election Day
  • A resident of Michigan
  • A resident of the Township for at least 30 days before Election Day

Voter Registration Form

In light of the passage of Proposal 18-3 in November 2018, there are new rules to note regarding voter registration. Please view the below graphic for voter registration information:

Voter-Rights-State-Graphic-Generic

Polling Location is the Township Hall: 1716 South US 23

Absent Voter Ballot
Application for Absent Voter Ballot 
Federal Post Card Application Form (For military and overseas civilians only)

 

Due to the passage of the statewide ballot proposal 18-3 in November 2018, all eligible and registered voters in Michigan may now request an absent voter ballot without providing a reason.


The signed, written request, in any format, may be submitted by fax, email, hand delivered or mailed. The deadline for requesting an absentee ballot which must be mailed is 5:00 p.m. on the Friday preceding the election. Electors may obtain an absent voter ballot in person in the Clerk’s Office up to 4:00 p.m. the Monday before election day.

To track the status of your Absent Voter Application or Ballot, please visit the Michigan Voter Information Center or call the Clerk's Office at 989-362-3171.

ABSENTEE VOTING
The procedures for absentee voting are often misunderstood, especially during the gubernatorial and presidential elections. In an attempt to demystify the process, the list below provides frequently asked questions that address the most common situations.

Absentee Voting and Frequently Asked Questions

Can I request an absentee ballot for a specific election?
Yes, any registered voter can request an absentee ballot for a specific election. Visit the Clerk’s Office and complete an application for an absentee ballot or call the Clerk’s Office at 989-362-3171 and an application will be mailed to you. The application is also available on our website. An application for a ballot is required prior to receipt of any ballot for each election.
Do I have to use the application printed by the Clerk's Office in order to receive an absentee ballot?
As long as the voter submits a written request, which includes a signature and the mailing address, a ballot can be issued.
What is the Permanent Absentee Voter List?
This list contains the names of registered voters in Alabaster Township who have submitted a verbal or written request to be placed on the Permanent Absentee Voter List. The benefit to being on this list is that it allows the voter to automatically receive an Absentee Ballot Application for every election. Any registered voter can request to be on this list.  To be removed from the list or have your address change, contact the Clerk 989-362-3171.
If I am on the Permanent Absentee Voter List, will I automatically receive an absentee ballot for every election?
No. Absentee ballots are not automatically sent to a voter unless a completed application is submitted first. Applications for an absentee ballot are sent to people on the Permanent Absentee Voter List for every election, except even year elections. In those elections, the Clerk’s Office sends a dual application for an absentee ballot, allowing the voter to request a ballot for both the August and November elections on one convenient form.
Can college students request an absentee ballot or request to be on the Permanent Absentee Voter List?
College students away at school, but registered to vote , are encouraged to take advantage of the absentee voting process. They can request a ballot for a specific election or request to be placed on the Permanent Absentee List. The convenience of either procedure allows the ballot to be sent directly to the student’s college address.
Can I pick up a ballot for a family member or friend?
No. Ballots can only be given to the voter. By law, ballots must be mailed to the registered address of the voter, mailed to the alternate temporary address (outside the Township) listed on the AV Ballot Application or picked up in person. Emergency situations can be addressed directly to the Clerk.
When do I have to return my ballot?
All Absentee Ballots must be returned the Clerk’s Office by 8:00 p.m. of election day. Ballots may be returned by mail (express mail is suggested for out-of-state and out-of-country voters), deposited in our 24-hour drop-box in the front lobby or dropped off at the Clerk’s Office during business hours.
What if I receive an application for an absentee ballot, but decide to vote at the polls?
A voter can still vote in person simply by not returning the absentee application for processing. Even if the voter changes their mind after receiving a ballot, they can still vote in person by not voting the absentee ballot and appearing at the polls in person, preferably with the unvoted ballot so it can be spoiled.
How can I be placed on the Permanent Absentee Voter List?
If you would like to be added to the Permanent Absentee Voter List, complete the form below and return it to the Clerk’s Office.