The August primary election is less than a month away.
Voters in seven cities will be voting in mayoral primary races.
In Detroit, Pontiac, Dearborn Heights, and Hamtramck, there will be no incumbents in the mayoral races.
Nine candidates are vying to succeed Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, who is departing after three terms to run for governor. The August primary will narrow the field to two candidates for the November general election.
Pontiac Mayor Tim Greimel is pursuing a U.S. House seat.
Dearborn Heights Mayor Bill Bazzi and Hamtramck Mayor Amer Ghalib were selected for ambassador positions by President Trump.
Voters will also decide on various city council and commission positions in multiple communities, including Detroit, Hamtramck, Westland, Livonia, Taylor, Plymouth, Pontiac, and Sterling Heights.
Some communities will not hold primaries in some races due to insufficient candidate participation.
On Aug. 5, voters will also decide on issues regarding education and public safety.
Novi residents will consider a $120 million bond proposal for a new public safety headquarters and fire stations.
Livonia voters face a similar decision with a proposed $150 million bond for police station construction and fire station renovations.
Several school districts, including Fitzgerald, Romulus, Armada, and Northville, have placed bond proposals and millages on the ballot.
These measures aim to fund improvements in building infrastructure, technology updates, and enhanced safety measures.
Here’s what you need to know before election day if you’re planning to vote:
Registering to vote
If you’re not registered yet, don’t worry — you still have time. You can register up until 8 p.m. on Election Day at your local clerk’s office, but it’s best to register sooner rather than later.
You can register online, at a Secretary of State branch, or in person at your city, township, or county clerk’s office.
Early voting
If you want to vote early, in-person early voting starts July 26 and runs through Aug. 3.
Absentee voting
Absentee voting is another option. If you’re on the permanent absentee ballot list, you can vote now. If not, you’ll need to apply for an absentee ballot at your local clerk’s office.
Remember, all online or mail-in requests for absentee ballots must be received by 5 p.m. on Aug. 1.
Visit here for more information about voting in Michigan, and click here for more information on the August primary.