City of Plymouth residents who are not yet registered to vote have through Monday, Oct. 19, to register online or have a mailed registration application postmarked for the Nov. 3 general election.
The City of Plymouth's official newsletter announced Monday, Oct. 5, that the deadline applies to anyone not currently registered or who has recently moved into the city. Residents can register through Michigan's online voter portal or by mail. The city’s election notices identify Oct. 19 as the last day for those methods.
Beginning Oct. 20, residents registering for this election must visit the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 201 S. Main St., and bring proof of their current address. Voters must have lived in their city or township for at least 30 days by Election Day, according to Michigan’s registration guidance.
Residents can still register in person through 8 p.m. on Election Day.
What counts as proof of residency
Acceptable documents showing a voter’s name and current address include a Michigan driver's license or state ID, a current utility bill, a bank statement, a paycheck or government check, or another government document, according to the WXYZ voter guide. Digital copies are also acceptable.
Key dates
- Monday, Oct. 19: Last day to register online or have a mailed registration application postmarked
- Friday, Oct. 30, by 5 p.m.: Deadline for online absentee ballot applications and receipt of mailed applications, according to Michigan’s absentee-voting guidance
- Saturday, Oct. 24 through Sunday, Nov. 1: Early in-person voting period
- Tuesday, Nov. 3: Election Day
City of Plymouth early voting takes place at the Plymouth Cultural Center, 525 Farmer St., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., according to the city’s election notices.
Residents who are already registered at their current Plymouth address do not need to register again. Residents can check their registration status online.
The City Clerk's Office can answer questions at 734-453-1234.
