Politics & Government

Just Vote, Rochester: Election Day is Today

Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Here's a last-minute guide to the candidates.

Here's what you need to know to vote today in Rochester and Rochester Hills.

Where to vote

In Rochester Hills, before the primary election this summer. Whether you live in Rochester or Rochester Hills, if you did NOT receive a new voter identification card, your voting location remains the same as in the past.

To be sure, visit this site, from the Michigan Secretary of State office, to find your precinct.

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Who is running

In Rochester, there are six candidates vying for four city council seats.

Candidates are:

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In Rochester Hills, there are four candidates vying for two at-large city council seats.

Candidates are:

There are also two candidates vying for the District 2 city council seat; they are:

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Rochester Hills voters will also elect a mayor; candidates are:

Voters in Rochester and Rochester Hills will elect three board of education members. Candidates are:

Also on the ballot

In Rochester Hills, there will be a ballot question concerning city-owned parks and green spaces. A copy of the . If approved, the question would amend the city charter.

For more information

Rochester Patch has been covering the issues and candidates for the past six months. Visit our Election Page for past stories, including reports on where candidates stand on different issues.

In addition, the Oakland County chapter of the League of Women Voters has voter guides, as well as videos of candidate debates, online at www.lwvoa.org.

Rochester Patch will be posting election results starting after the polls close tonight.

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