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How can I apply for an absentee ballot?: An original signature is required to obtain an Absentee Ballot, so you must request an application be mailed to you by calling the City Clerk’s Office at 231-924-2101, complete and sign the form and submit it back to the Clerk’s Office before 2 p.m., on the Saturday before an election. Voted ballots must be received by at the City Clerk’s office by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

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1. What is Fremont’s total population?: The total population for the City of Fremont based on the 2020 Census is 4,516. Fremont's 2010 Census was 4,081 and the 2000 Census count was 4,224.

2. I am interested in serving on a City Board. How can I find out what positions are open and how do I apply?: An application for appointment can be submitted by mail, fax or in person. To obtain an application, you can pick one up at the City offices

3. I am opening a business in the City of Fremont. Do I need a business license?: The City of Fremont does not require a municipal business license.

4. Who are my state and federal representatives and how can I contact them?: You can find all County, State and Federal officials and their contact information in the Government page.

5. What is the City’s budget cycle?: The City of Fremont follows a fiscal schedule for cities set by the State of Michigan, whereas, Budget / Fiscal years begin on July 1 and end June 30 the following year.

6. Who is eligible to vote in Fremont?: All Fremont residents 18 or older who have registered to vote.

7. How do I register to vote?: You can register to vote at the City Clerk’s Office, Michigan Secretary of State office or by using the Federal Mail-In Voter Registration Form.

8. Can I register to vote on-line?: https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/registervoter

9. Do I have to register to vote for every election?: No, once you are registered to vote in the City of Fremont, you do not have to reregister.

10. When should you re-register to vote?: When you move or when you change your name as a result of marriage or a legal action.

11. How can I find out where I vote?: Your voting precinct is listed on your voter registration card as “polling location.” Currently, all precincts are located within the Fremont Municipal Building at 101 East Main Street.

12. How can I apply for an absentee ballot?: An original signature is required to obtain an Absentee Ballot, so you must request an application be mailed to you by calling the City Clerk’s Office at 231-924-2101, complete and sign the form and submit it back to the Clerk’s Office before 2 p.m., on the Saturday before an election. Voted ballots must be received by at the City Clerk’s office by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

13. What are the criteria for voting by absentee ballot?: For more information, please visit the Absentee Ballot page.