Elections in Lawrence Township

Shall the Van Buren District Library, County of Van Buren, be authorized to levy a millage annually in an amount not to exceed .1984 mill ($0.1984 per $1,000 of taxable value), which is a renewal of the millage rate that was last levied in 2024, against all taxable property within the Van Buren District Library district for a period of ten (10) years, 2025 through 2034, inclusive, for the purpose of providing funds for all district library purposes authorized by law? The estimate of the revenue the Van Buren District Library will collect if the millage is approved and levied by the Van Buren District Library in the first year (2025) is approximately $484,000.  To the extent required by law, a portion of the revenues from this millage will be captured within the district and disbursed to the Brownfield Redevelopment Authority of Van Buren County. Pursuant to Funding and Reciprocal Borrowing Agreements, 75% of the millage revenues received from Porter Township will be disbursed to the Village of Lawton Public Library and 10% of the millage revenues received from Bangor Township will be disbursed to the Hartford Public Library.

Lawrence Township is committed to ensuring open, accessible, and transparent elections for all eligible voters in our community. Residents are encouraged to stay informed, register early, and participate in each election cycle.

Voting in Michigan

Michigan residents can participate in local, state, and federal elections throughout the year. Township elections typically include:

• Township Board elections

• Local millage proposals

• County, state, and federal offices

• School board and ballot initiatives

Elections are administered in accordance with State of Michigan election law and all results are certified through the Van Buren County Clerk’s Office.

Township Clerk’s Role

The Township Clerk serves as the official election administrator for Lawrence Township. Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining accurate voter registration records

• Preparing and securing ballots

• Overseeing polling location logistics

• Processing absentee ballot applications

• Posting and publishing election notices

Absentee Voting

Absentee voting is available to all registered voters. During election seasons, residents may request an Absentee Voter Ballot Application in one of the following ways:

• Contact the Township Clerk:

  • (269) 674-4255 – Option 3 (or ext. 102)

  • Email: clerk@lawrence-township.org

  • In-person: Lawrence Township Hall, 411 N Paw Paw St

Leave your full name, phone number, and mailing address when requesting an application.

• Apply online through the Michigan Secretary of State’s website:
  www.michigan.gov/sos/elections

Important Reminders

• You must be registered to vote in Lawrence Township to receive a ballot.

• Make sure your voter registration is current if you’ve moved or changed your name.

• Ballots must be received by the deadline on Election Day to be counted.

• Public accuracy testing of voting equipment is conducted prior to each election and is open to the public.

Need Help?

If you have questions about your voter registration status, election dates, polling locations, or how to request a ballot, please reach out to the Township Clerk:

Lawrence Township Clerk
clerk@lawrence-township.org
(269) 674-4255 x3
411 N Paw Paw Street, P.O. Box 445, Lawrence, MI 49064