City Clerk/HR Manager
Township Records, General Ledger, Meeting Minutes and Elections
Amanda Rodriguez
City Clerk/HR Manager
Meetings
The Clerk’s Office is responsible for conducting all elections within the City. This includes voting at the National, State, County, Township and City levels and includes elections for local school districts, libraries and special elections. In this function, the Clerk is responsible for Voter Registration and maintaining the list of registered voters. Additionally, Absentee Ballots are requested from the Clerk.
The Michigan Voter Information Center is a great resource and provides an assortment of information related to voter registration and election administration in Michigan. The Allegan County Clerk’s Office also provides a wealth of election information, from proposals, candidate filings, delegate information and deadlines. Click here to visit the County site.
You can contact the Clerk’s Office by phone at 269-792-2265.
FAQ's
Who may register to vote?
In order to register to vote, you must be:
- A U.S. Citizen
- At least 18 years of age by Election Day
- A resident of Michigan
- A resident of the City or Township in which you are applying to vote
May I receive assistance when voting?
Any elector may request assistance with voting from the precinct board without any reason. In such a case, two inspectors, one from each political party, will assist. If you need help because you are blind disabled, or unable to read or write, you may ask anyone except your employer to assist you. Help America Vote machines are now available that provide for electronic voting.
When are the polls open?
Michigan’s polls are open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Election Day
Where do I vote?
You vote in the City or Township in which you live. If you do not know the location of your polling place, check with your City or Township Clerk. If you live in the City of Wayland, your polling place is the Fire Station at 160 W. Superior Street.
Can I have an Absentee Ballot?
If you are a registered voter, you may vote absentee by filling out the absentee ballot form. For more information click here
- No other restrictions apply
What should I do if I have moved or changed my name since the last election?
You must re-register with the Clerk of your new City or Township
When and where may I register to vote?
You may register to vote at any time. However you must be registered at least 30 days before an election in order to vote in it. You may register to vote at:
- Any Secretary of State Office
- Wayland City Clerk’s Office
- Allegan County Clerk’s Office
- Any Family Independence Agency or any related agencies providing services through FIA
- Michigan Jobs Commission