Clerk
Barb Wilson
- Title
- Clerk
- Years of Service
- 2 years
Role Overview
The Township Clerk is an elected official whose duties are primarily administrative and statutory, as defined by Michigan law. While many responsibilities are outlined by statute and allow limited discretion, the Clerk also serves as a voting member of the Township Board, participating in decisions on budgets, appointments, zoning, and other township matters.
Michigan law assigns the Clerk three primary areas of responsibility:
- Township recordkeeping
- Financial operations
- Election management
Responsibilities
- Manage elections and voter registration
- Maintain and organize township records
- Administer payroll and manage employee compensation records
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable
- Serve as the township’s Freedom of Information (FOIA) Officer
- Act as the township insurance coordinator
- Record and prepare minutes for all Township Board meetings
Absentee Voter Ballot Information
Recommended: Never Apply Again!
Want your ballot mailed automatically for every election? Just check box #2 on your application to join the permanent absentee voter list. One application, all future elections covered!
How to Get Your Absentee Ballot:
- 1
Fill out the online application
Michigan Absent Voter Ballot Application - 2
Print and sign your application
- 3
Send it to the Clerk
- Fastest: Email to clerk@lincoln-twp.org
- By mail: Lincoln Township Clerk, 1882 N Hope Rd, Midland, MI 48642
- 4
Your ballot will be mailed to you!
Good to Know:
- Traveling or a snowbird? Fill out the alternate address under #4 on the application so your ballot reaches you wherever you are.
- Important: USPS cannot forward ballots — make sure your mailing address is correct!
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