Genesee, Michigan Public Records

The state now offers same-day voter registration, allowing residents to register and vote at their clerk's office through Election Day itself. Voters must provide proof of residency such as a driver's license, state ID, or current utility bill. While the regular registration deadline falls 15 days before an election, same-day registration remains available thereafter at the clerk's office. Genesee Township holds local elections during odd-numbered years in the August primary and November general election cycle. Voters select their township supervisor, clerk, treasurer, and trustees who comprise the township board. The board consists of a supervisor, clerk, treasurer, and four trustees serving four-year staggered terms. The next township elections arrive in August and November 2025, with candidate filings announced in early 2025. Voters can locate their assigned polling place through the Michigan Voter Information Center at www.michigan.gov/vote, which provides personalized ballot information, polling locations with hours, and sample ballots after entering a name and date of birth or address. Michigan's Freedom of Information Act ensures extensive election records remain publicly available. The Genesee County Clerk maintains voter registration files (excluding certain personal information like birthdates and driver's license numbers), precinct-level election results, campaign finance reports for county offices, and candidate filing information. All of this data can be requested through the Clerk's Office, with election results typically posted online shortly after certification. In the November 2024 presidential election, Genesee County reported approximately 65% voter turnout with roughly 164,000 ballots cast from approximately 252,000 registered voters, reflecting strong engagement in the presidential contest. Looking ahead to November 3, 2026, Genesee Township voters will decide several important races. At the federal level, Michigan's U.S. Senate seat currently held by Gary Peters will not be on the ballot in 2026 (his term runs through 2026), but both U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow's seat (if she runs for re-election) and Michigan's 8th Congressional District seat will be contested. At the state level, Michigan Governor, Secretary of State, and Attorney General are all up for election in 2026 (Michigan holds these races in midterm years). The entire Michigan House of Representatives (110 seats) will be on the ballot, along with roughly half of the Michigan Senate's 38 seats. At the Genesee County level, positions including Genesee County Sheriff, Clerk, Treasurer, Prosecuting Attorney, and Register of Deeds will appear on the 2026 ballot, along with county commissioner seats for various districts including those representing Genesee Township. Michigan voters can request absentee ballots without providing a reason under changes approved by voters in 2018. Absentee ballot applications can be submitted online through the Michigan Voter Information Center, by mail, or in person at the township or county clerk's office. Completed ballots must be returned by 8:00 PM on Election Day either by mail (postmarked by Election Day is not sufficient—they must be received), via secure drop box locations throughout Genesee County, or in person at the clerk's office. Michigan also offers early in-person voting during the nine days before Election Day at clerk's offices, providing flexibility for voters who prefer to vote in person before Election Day.