Government

Michigan's State Legislature meets year-round. Web Site: www.michiganlegislature.org.

For a relatively small region, Michigan's Great Southwest has a distinct network of city, township, and village governmental units. Berrien County is divided into 13 districts, and within the county are 39 municipalities.

Each city has a manager form of government, with a mayor and varying numbers of city council members elected at-large, serving three-year, staggered terms.

Voting

Michigan residents are allowed to vote at age 18 or older. An individual must register at least 30 days prior to an election and be a resident of the state. Voter registration is valid for two years.

For further information on Voter Registration Departments, contact the Berrien County Courthouse, 269-983-7111.

Get in touch with your elected official:
Michigan Governor John Engler
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow
U.S. Senator Carl Levin
U.S. Representative Fred Upton (St. Joseph, District 6)
Local Government and Council Members

The Berrien County Clerk's office publishes a free county directory to acquaint you with all county-elected and appointed officials, department directors, and state and national officers. To get your copy, call (269) 983-7111, ext. 8233, or write: Berrien County Clerk, Administration Center, 701 Main St., St. Joseph, 49085.
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For more information
Cornerstone Alliance
P.O. Box 428, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
tel: (269) 925-6100
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