May 5, 2026 Election Results
Sanilac County Election Guide
This page explains your ballot in simple terms so you understand what you are voting on.
WHAT THIS BALLOT IS
This is a local election ballot for parts of Sanilac County.
These elections are not presidential. They focus mainly on:
Schools
Local taxes (millages)
Community services
In Michigan, many May elections are focused on proposals rather than candidates.
WHAT YOU ARE VOTING ON
School Proposals These may include funding for:
School buildings and repairs
Classroom programs
Daily school operations
These decisions impact class sizes, programs, and your taxes.
Public Services
These proposals fund services such as:
Emergency response
Roads
Libraries
Recycling
If approved, funding continues or increases. If rejected, services may be reduced.
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Taxes (Millages)A millage is a property tax.
Example:0.2 mills = $0.20 per $1,000 of taxable value
SIMPLE DEFINITIONS
Millage: Property tax rate Renewal: Continue an existing tax Increase: Raise taxes Bond: Borrow money that is repaid through taxes
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU VOTE
YES The proposal passes and funding continues or increases
NO The proposal fails and funding may stop or decrease
IMPORTANT NOTE
Not everyone sees the same ballot. Your ballot depends on your school district, township, and precinct.
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WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU
When you vote, you are deciding:
Whether to increase or maintain school funding
Whether to continue funding local services
Whether you agree with the tax cost
Example Cost: If your home taxable value is $150,000
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