Township Trustee

Compensation & Benefits

Modest meeting pay / stipend set locally by each township board. Confirm current stipend amounts with your Township Clerk.

Minimum Qualifications / Legal Requirements

• Must be a registered and qualified elector of the township by the filing deadline.
• Oath of office required.

Key Statutory Duties & Responsibilities

• Full voting member of the township board (with Supervisor, Clerk, and Treasurer).
• Helps set township policies, annual budgets, zoning ordinances, and municipal contracts.
• Attends regular and special board meetings.
• Represents residents, reviews township matters, and serves on assigned committees (Planning, Parks, etc.).
• Focuses on governance, oversight, and community representation without individual administrative duties.

Term & Election Cycle Notes

Four (4) year term. Next general election: November 2028.

How to Get on the Ballot

File with Township Clerk or County Clerk. Affidavit of Identity plus nominating petitions or fee. Number of trustee seats varies by township (general law vs charter). Confirm openings locally.

Interested in Serving Clare County?

Before filing, talk to the Clare County Republican Party. We help conservative candidates understand the office, legal filing requirements, and campaign calendar.

Disclaimer: Informational summary of elected offices under Michigan law. Prepared for public education and candidate recruitment purposes. Confirm salaries, benefits, signature counts, and filing deadlines with the Clare County Clerk (or Township Clerk / Bureau of Elections as applicable).