Mayor Tom Semaan – New Baltimore, MI
Mayor Tom Semaan – New Baltimore, MI

Vote & Election Information

Here, you’ll find everything you need to participate in local, state, and federal elections, including how and where to vote, key dates, and options for absentee and early voting. Your voice matters let’s make it heard!

How & Where to Vote

Voting in New Baltimore is straightforward and accessible. Here’s how to cast your ballot:

  • Election Day Voting: Polls are open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Election Day. If you’re in line by 8:00 PM, you’ll still be able to vote. Bring a valid photo ID (e.g., Michigan driver’s license or state ID) or sign an affidavit if you don’t have one.
  • Polling Locations: New Baltimore has designated precincts for in-person voting. Find your assigned polling place by checking your voter registration status at Michigan.gov/Vote or contacting the City Clerk’s Office at 586-725-2151, ext. 108. Common polling sites include City Hall (36535 Green St.) and local schools—confirm your location ahead of time!
  • What to Expect: Check in with poll workers, receive your ballot, and use a private booth to vote. Insert your completed ballot into the tabulator yourself for secure counting.

Key Election Dates & Deadlines

Stay on top of these important dates for upcoming elections in New Baltimore:

  • Voter Registration Deadline: Register online or by mail at least 15 days before Election Day. In-person registration is available at the City Clerk’s Office (36535 Green St.) up to and including Election Day until 8:00 PM with proof of residency (e.g., utility bill or driver’s license).
  • Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: Request your absentee ballot by 5:00 PM the Friday before Election Day online at Michigan.gov/Vote or by 4:00 PM the Monday before Election Day in person at the Clerk’s Office.
  • Early Voting Period: For statewide and federal elections, early voting runs for at least nine days, ending the Sunday before Election Day. Dates for the next election will be posted here and at City Hall.
  • Election Day: Typically the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November for general elections (e.g., November 4, 2025, for odd-year local elections). Check CityofNewBaltimore.org for specific dates.
  • Ballot Return Deadline: Absentee ballots must be received by 8:00 PM on Election Day—postmarks don’t count unless you’re a military or overseas voter (received within 6 days if postmarked by Election Day).

Absentee & Early Voting Information

New Baltimore offers flexible voting options to fit your schedule:

  • Absentee Voting:
    • Who Can Vote Absentee: Any registered voter—no reason needed!
    • How to Request: Apply online at Michigan.gov/Vote, download a form from CityofNewBaltimore.org, or visit the Clerk’s Office. Join the Permanent Mail Ballot List to receive ballots automatically for future elections.
    • Returning Your Ballot: Drop it off at City Hall’s secure drop boxes (front door, back door, or parking lot) or mail it back. Ballots must arrive by 8:00 PM on Election Day. Track your ballot at Michigan.gov/Vote.
    • Need a New Ballot?: Spoil your ballot and request a replacement by 5:00 PM the second Friday before Election Day at the Clerk’s Office.
  • Early Voting:
    • When: Available for at least nine consecutive days before statewide and federal elections, typically from late October to early November (e.g., October 25–November 2, 2025, for the next cycle). Hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, with extended hours possible—check with the Clerk’s Office.
    • Where: Early voting sites may differ from Election Day polling places. Locations like City Hall or the New Baltimore Recreation Center (50976 Washington St.) are often used—confirm at CityofNewBaltimore.org or call 586-725-2151.
    • Process: Vote in person just like on Election Day—check in, receive a ballot, and insert it into a tabulator. You can even register to vote on-site during early voting with proof of residency.

Additional Resources

  • Check Your Voter Status: Visit Michigan.gov/Vote or call the Clerk’s Office.
  • Election Results: View unofficial results after polls close at MacombCounty.gov or call 586-469-5209.
  • Questions?: Contact City Clerk Marcella Shinska at 586-725-2151, ext. 108, or visit City Hall during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM).

Get involved and make a difference in New Baltimore—vote in every election!