Frequently asked questions

What is Early In-person voting?

With the passage of Michigan Proposal 2022-2, voters are guaranteed access to 9 days of early, in-person voting. In Kalamazoo County, election administrators host multiple Early Voting Locations. Learn more here.

How can I help?

In addition to contributing financially, the KCDP offers many volunteer opportunities. We are always looking for volunteers to knock doors, make calls, serve on committees, and more! Learn more here.

how do i vote by mail (absentee Voting)?

All registered voters in Michigan have the right to vote by mail using an absentee ballot delivered to their home. Information on how to vote by mail can be found at the link below: https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Home/VoteAtHome.

can i check my membership status?

Our Membership Committee will send you a renewal notice the month before your KCDP membership is set to expire. If you're concerned about your membership status, let us know!

Please note:

While we can check the status of your Michigan Democratic Party membership, we do not send renewal notices for expiring MDP memberships. (Is this correct?)

What is a precinct delegate?

The role of a precinct delegate is one of the most important yet least understood of any elected office.

Precinct delegates serve as a bridge between the Democrats in your neighborhood and the Democratic Party. Additionally, each precinct delegate represents their neighborhood at Democratic Party meetings.

It is the active precinct delegate who wins elections for the Democratic Party. You can learn more and sign up for training by emailing our membership chair.

Who are my elected officials?

You can find information on your elected officials at the link below: https://www.usa.gov/elected-officials.

You can also learn more and contact local elected officials through the county website.

I have other MEMBERSHIP QUESTIONS.

Why should I become a member of the KCDP?

Why does my membership matter?

How do I become a voting member of the County Committee?

Please follow this link to our membership webpage to get these and other membership questions answered!

What is On My Ballot?

You can view the content of your ballot at the Michigan Secretary of State link below:

https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/PublicBallot/Index.

Another tool is the website BallotPedia:
https://ballotpedia.org/Sample_Ballot_Lookup

how do i run for a public office?

Reach out to KCDP Chair Justin Mendoza (justin@kzoodems.com) to get started.

File your Statement of Organization with the County Clerk and find a treasurer.

Apply for an Employer Identification Number with the IRS.

Set up ActBlue account and start fundraising.

What do precinct delegates do?

  • Help Democrats get registered to vote.

  • Take information on issues and candidates to the voters in your precinct.

  • Identify other Democrats and recruit new Party members.

  • Help turn out the Democratic vote in your neighborhood on Election Day.

  • Keep Democratic leaders informed about the issues that concern voters.

Other Questions?

Please get in touch with our office via email ➡️info@kzoodems.com or phone ➡️(269) 342-4217 with other questions, suggestions, or concerns.