Jay Benson

About this race

A member of the township's governing board, which approves the township budget and tax levy and oversees township services. In Iowa trustees provide fire protection, maintain township cemeteries and settle fence disputes; in Michigan the board also adopts ordinances and zoning.

2 candidates ran for Washington Township Trustee (Marshall County) in the general election on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Washington Township voters.

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What does the Washington Township Trustee seat do?

A member of the township's governing board, which approves the township budget and tax levy and oversees township services. In Iowa trustees provide fire protection, maintain township cemeteries and settle fence disputes; in Michigan the board also adopts ordinances and zoning.

Who is Jay Benson running against?

Don Wiley, for Washington Township Trustee (Marshall County).

Should I vote for Jay Benson?

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