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2012 ELECTION INFORMATION
*click a link below to find your election question answers*
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Dalton Township Clerk: Tracy DeMarse 231-332-6703
Click here to view the Dalton Township Precint Map (shows voting locations for each precinct)
Muskegon County's 2012 State Primary Election Results (Aug. 7th)
Muskegon County's 2012 General Election Results (Nov. 6th)
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Election Dates
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Registration Deadlines
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| February 28th, 2012 |
Presidential Primary |
January 30th, 2012 |
| August 7th, 2012 |
State Primary |
July 9th, 2012 |
| November 6th, 2012 |
State General Election |
October 9th, 2012 |
Secretary of State Election Information
| Where do I vote? |
Each voter must vote in the polling place designated to serve the precinct in which they reside. This location is indicated on your voter identification card, on the following web site, or can be obtained by contacting your clerk (click here for a listing).
Michigan Voter Information Center Dalton Township Precint Map PDF
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| When can I vote? |
The polls will open at 7:00 a.m. and remain open until 8:00 p.m.
Anyone still remaining in line at 8:00 p.m. is eligible to vote.
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Are you a registered voter?
How do I register to vote?
Where do I register to vote?
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Only registered voters may vote.
Each election has a designated registration deadline (see above). If you are not registered you may not vote in that election.
If you're not sure, call your local clerk's office.
Dalton Township Clerk Tracy DeMarse (231) 332-6703
You must be a citizen of the United States, at least 18 years of age, and a resident of Michigan and the city/township where you are applying to register for at least 30 days prior to the election.
Register to vote at your local City Clerk, Township Clerk, County Clerk, or Secretary of State Office during regular business hours.
| NOTICE REGARDING YOUR RESIDENCE ADDRESS:
Michigan law requires that the same address be used for voter registration and driver license purposes. Therefore, if the residence address you provide on the voter registration form differs from the address shown on a driver license or personal identification card issued by the State of Michigan, the Secretary of State will automatically change your driver license or personal identification card address to match the residence address entered on the voter registration form. If an address change is made, the Secretary of State will mail you an address update sticker for your driver license or personal identification card.
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| Absent Voter Ballots |
You are eligible for an Absent Voter Ballot IF...
*you are 60 or older,
*physically unable to attend the polls,
*unable to attend the polls,
*appointed as a precinct inspector in a precinct other than your own,
*are confined to jail awaiting arraignment or trial,
*or expect to be absent from the community on election day.
To receive an absentee ballot, contact your local clerk for an application.
Dalton Township Clerk, Tracy DeMarse 231-766-3043 ext. 402.
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| Which offices are being elected in 2012? |
President/Vice President
U.S. Senator (1 seat)
U.S. Representative in Congress 2nd District
State Rep. 91st District
State Rep. 92nd District
State Board of Education (2 seats)
Michigan State University Trustees (2 seats)
University of Michigan Regents (2 seats)
Wayne State University Governors (2 seats)
Justice of the Supreme Court
Judge of the Court of Appeals
Judge of the 14th Circuit Court
Judge of the 60th District Court
Judge of Probate
County-wide Offices
County Commissioners
Specified City Offices
Township Offices
Specified Village Offices
Specified School District Positions
Partisan Precinct Delegates
Visit: www.co.muskegon.mi.us/clerk for more information.
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| What are the filing deadlines & requirements? |
Tuesday, May 15, 2012 by 4:00pm: Candidates for county convention delegate (precinct delegate) file an Affidavit of Identity for the August primary.
Tuesday, May 15, 2012 by 4:00pm: Partisan and nonpartisan candidates (other than judicial candidates) file nominating petitions and Affidavit of Identity for the August Primary.
Friday, May 18, 2012 by 4:00pm: Withdrawal deadline for precinct delegates.
Friday, May 18, 2012 by 4:00pm: Withdrawal deadline for partisan and nonpartisan candidates.
Tuesday, July 19, 2012 by 4:00pm: Candidate without political party affiliation file qualifying petitions and Affidavit of Identity for the November general election.
Monday, July 23, 2012 by 4:00pm: Withdrawal deadline for non-political party affiliated candidates.
Tuesday, August 14, 2012 by 4:00pm: Village candidates who wish to sek office at the November general election file an Affidavit of Identity and nonpartisan nominating petition.
Friday, August 17, 2012 by 4:00pm: Withdrawl deadline for Village candidates.
Visit www.co.muskegon.mi.us/clerk for more information.
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What is the Board of Canvassers?
Who is on the Muskegon County Board of Canvassers?
What does the Muskegon County Board of Canvassers do?
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This board completes canvas and certification of primaries and elections, conducts recounts, and inspects ballot containers.
The board is bipartisan, per state requirements. This means membership is made up of both political parties and recommendations for appointment comes from the Party Chairperson.
Term length is four years. Current members of the Muskegon County Board of Canvassers are:
| Linda Whalen (Dem) 10/31/2015 |
| Shirley Privacky (Rep) 10/31/2015 |
| Doug Smith (Dem) 10/31/2013 |
| Nancy Wells (Rep) 10/31/2013 |
The Muskegon County Board of Canvassers certify state and federal election results, from the county. After certification the Board sends the results to the State Board of Canvassers for approval.
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What is a precinct?
Who is/can be a Precinct Delegate? |
A precinct is the smallest political unit in the country. All voters in a precinct vote at one location.
A precinct delegate is elected by the voters of the precinct and serve as a bridge between voters and the Democratic or Republican Party. Delegates represent the precinct at the Democratic or Republican meetings.
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Who are Precinct Inspectors?
When can I apply? |
Precinct inspectors are paid to work at the polls on Election Day.
Registered voters interested must submit an election inspector application to their local clerk.
Applicants must include their name, address, date of birth, and political party preference.
Contact your local clerk beginning early June, 2012. All Precinct inspectors must complete training prior to serving at the polls. Trained inspectors are eligible to work anywhere in the county.
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Who is my local Clerk?
Local Political Party Contacts: |
| Dalton Township |
Tracy DeMarse |
231-332-6703 |
| Blue Lake Township |
Fred E. Arbogast, Sr. |
231-894-6335 |
| Cedar Creek Township |
Stephanie Kuziak |
231-821-0014 |
| Egelston Township |
Joan Raap |
231-788-2308 ext. 16 |
| Fruitland Township |
Karolyn Rillema |
231-766-3208 |
| Holton Township |
Melanie Johnson |
231-821-2168 |
| Laketon Township |
Christina Achterhoff |
231-744-2454 |
| Muskegon Charter Township |
Anne Oakes |
231-777-2555 ext. 312 |
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Republican Party
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Democratic Party
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Robert Schostak, State Chair
520 Seymour Street
Lansing, MI 48933
(517) 487-5413
www.migop.org
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Mark Brewer, State Chair
606 Townsend Street
Lansing, MI 48933
(517) 371-5410
www.michigandems.com
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Christina Achterhoff, County Chair
366 N. Bear Lake Road
North Muskegon, mI 49445
(H) (231) 719-2105
christina.achterhoff@comcast.net
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Steve Markel, County Chair
6635 Zellar Road
Whitehall, MI 49461
(H) (231) 894-8088
slmarkel@yahoo.com
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