Elections

All eligible registered voters in Michigan may now request an absent voter ballot without providing a reason. Absentee voting is a convenient way to cast a ballot instead of going to the voting precinct on Election Day.  Absentee ballot applications are available online or at City Hall.            
 

Voters can also request to be on the Permanent Absentee Voter List for future elections. Voters who join the mailing list must do so in writing and will receive an application by mail prior to every election.

Forms and Applications can be returned by the following methods:  by mail, dropped off at City Hall, by using the after-hours drop box, faxing to  313-343-2507, or email - lfrank@harperwoods.net.

Any registered voter who cannot go to the polls on election day may obtain an Absentee Ballot.  You may apply in person or by mail - as early as 75 days in advance and up to 4:00 pm the Monday proceeding the election.  

Note:  A written request for an Absentee Ballot must include your signature, date and date of birth. 

Yes.  If you would like an application for an Absentee Ballot mailed to you approximately 6 weeks prior to the election, please submit a request in writing (email is acceptable), using the AV Perm List Request form (link above), or call (313) 343-2510.  A voter who submits a request will have their name placed on the permanent list; which allows an application to be mailed to you prior to each election

Register in person during regular business hours at the City Clerk's Office or register at your local Secretary of State.  The 14th day preceding the election is the deadline for registering to vote other than in person at the Local Clerk's office.  Remember!  If you move, even within Harper Woods, you must re-register at the new address.  A name change also requires re-registration. 

You can verify your voter registration status at the State of Michigan website or at the City Clerk's Office

Under Michigan law, if you register to vote by mail, you must meet an identification requirement.  You must accurately enter your state issued license or the last four digits of your social security number where requested on the mail-in voter registration form; or send one of the following forms of identification when mailing the mail-in form: a copy of any current and valid photo ID or a copy of a paycheck, government check, utility bill, bank statement or a government document which lists your name and address.