Tawas City Election and Voter Information
Tawas City has one voting precinct, and the City Clerk serves as the election administrator for all federal, state, county, city, and school elections conducted within the City.
All elections are held at City Hall, located at 550 W. Lake Street, in the City Council Chambers. Polls are open on Election Day from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
The City Clerk’s Office is responsible for administering elections in compliance with federal and state election laws. Duties include:
- Preparing election ballots
- Issuing and processing absentee voter ballots
- Maintaining voter registration records
- Coordinating the delivery, testing, and setup of voting equipment
- Recruiting and training election inspectors
- Processing ballots and certifying election results
Residents may register to vote, verify voter registration status, view sample ballots, and obtain election information through the Michigan Voter Information Center.
Voter registration is also available at the following locations:
- Tawas City Clerk’s Office
- County Clerk’s Office
- Michigan Secretary of State offices
- Armed forces recruitment offices
- Certain social service agencies
Under Proposal 18-3, approved by Michigan voters, eligible individuals may register to vote up to and including Election Day. Voter registrations completed within 14 days of an election must be done in person at the City Clerk’s Office. Proof of identity and residency is required.
2026 Election Dates
- August 4, 2026
- November 3, 2026
Early Voting
Michigan voters approved a Constitutional Amendment in November 2022 establishing the right to early in-person voting for statewide and federal elections.
The Michigan Constitution requires early voting to be available for nine consecutive days prior to each statewide and federal election. Early voting begins on the second Saturday before the election and ends on the Sunday before Election Day. Voting sites must be open for at least eight hours each day during the early voting period.
Absentee Voting Information
Michigan voters approved Proposal 18-3 in November 2018, which allows any registered voter in Michigan to vote by absentee ballot without providing a reason.
In November 2022, voters approved Proposal 22-2, which created the option for voters to join a Permanent Absentee Ballot List. Voters who enroll on the Permanent Absentee Ballot List will automatically receive an absentee ballot for all future elections.
Absentee ballots are available beginning 45 days prior to an election.
To request an absentee ballot application, please contact the Tawas City Clerk’s Office at (989) 362-8688 or email the City Clerk’s Office.
Registered voters may also apply online through the State of Michigan by visiting the Michigan Voter Information Center and selecting “Apply for an Absent Voter Ballot Online.”
For additional election information, voter registration assistance, or absentee ballot questions, please contact the City Clerk’s Office.