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Public raises concerns about Midland County canvass procedures; bureau explains remedies and guidance

Michigan Board of State Canvassers · June 12, 2025
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Summary

A Midland County resident told the board she could not obtain precinct‑level write‑in tallies after early voting and questioned whether the county’s canvass process and public‑meeting practice complied with law; Bureau of Elections staff discussed FOIA responses, recount options and training resources.

Renita Bonadies of Homer Township addressed the Board of State Canvassers with concerns about how Midland County conducted its post‑election canvass and reported early‑voting write‑in results. Bonadies said county returns showed only early‑voting totals rather than precinct‑level write‑in tallies and described attempts to obtain records through email and FOIA without…

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