The deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 6 general election is just around the corner. 

Residents have until Oct. 9 to register at Huntington Woods or Berkley City Hall, the county clerk's office or any Secretary of State office or by mail. In order to vote, you must be:

• 18 years or older on or before election day
• A citizen of the U.S.
• A resident of Berkley or Huntington Woods for at least 30 days

Don't forget: If you have recently moved to the area, make sure you re-register in town. If you've moved within the city, the clerk's office will handle the change. All Michigan voters must use the same residential address for voter registration and their driver's license.

Voting absentee

Those who aren't able to go to the polls on Election Day may cast an absentee ballot. An application is attached to this story as a PDF or can be requested in person at Berkley City Hall or Huntington Woods City Hall, or via phone or mail:

Berkley

3338 Coolidge Highway

Berkley, MI 48072

248-658-3310

Huntington Woods

26815 Scotia Road

Huntington Woods, MI 48070

248-541-4300

A ballot will be mailed to you immediately, though if you want your ballot mailed, you must submit your application by 2 p.m. the Saturday before the election.

All absentee ballots must be returned to the clerk's office by 8 p.m. on Election Day.

For more information, visit Huntington Woods' or Berkley's website or visit www.michigan.gov/vote.