How to Run for County Road Commissioner in Tuscola County, MI

A nonpartisan guide to County Road Commissioner in Tuscola County. Learn the requirements to run for office near you.
Filing opens
January 1, 2028
Election date
November 7, 2028
416
Days until filing opens
727
Days until election

About County Road Commissioner

About this position

The County Road Commissioner is responsible for overseeing and maintaining local roads within the county.
Office level
County
Election frequency
Every 6 years
Affiliation
Partisan
Positions
2 open seats

Election type

  • CheckPartisan election (party labels appear on ballots)
  • Run-off election

How to run for County Road Commissioner

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    Step 1

    Meet eligibility requirements

    Candidate must be a United States citizen, a registered elector of the county in which they are seeking election for at least 1 year, and not be a county supervisor.

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    Step 2

    File for office

    Filing requirements
    Signature requirement is based on district population size as set forth in Michigan code 168.544f; In lieu of signatures, filing fee is $100.
    Filing period
    January 1, 2028 - July 20, 2028
    Paperwork instructions
    Submit paperwork to the County Clerk's office.
    Where to file
    440 North State Street, Caro, MI 48723
    Filing phone
    989-672-3780
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