Elections

Published October 22, 2019

Ferndale schools looking at bond proposal in March

FERNDALE — In March 2020, there likely will be a bond proposal from Ferndale Public Schools for voters to consider on the ballot.

On Nov. 5, Eastpointe voters can decide whether they wish to amend part of the city charter that requires candidates for city manager to have at least one year of experience as a city manager or assistant city manager. Proponents of the amendment say that this will provide the city with a wider pool of candidates.

Published October 22, 2019

Roseville - Eastpointe Eastsider

Eastpointe voters to consider charter amendment on November ballot

EASTPOINTE — Eastpointe residents are being asked to consider an amendment that would adjust the city’s charter to remove a requirement that any candidate for city manager have at least one year of experience as either a city manager or an assistant city manager.

Published October 21, 2019

Fraser - Clinton Township Chronicle

Voters to decide Fraser City Council race

In the Fraser-Clinton Chronicle’s coverage area, voters will decide one City Council race Nov. 5. Candidates were asked, in 75 words or fewer, to state their top goal(s) if elected.

Published October 18, 2019

Sterling Heights Sentry

Sterling Heights voters to pick City Council, decide millage renewal proposal

STERLING HEIGHTS — In the Sentry’s coverage area, Sterling Heights voters will get a chance to reaffirm or change the makeup of the City Council Nov. 5.

Published October 18, 2019

St. Clair Shores Sentinel

St. Clair Shores voters to decide City Council members, school proposals

ST. CLAIR SHORES — In the St. Clair Shores Sentinel’s coverage area, voters will choose three members of the City Council in the Nov. 5 general election.

Published October 18, 2019

C&G Newspapers

Educators hopeful millage initiative will get on ballot

MACOMB COUNTY — A group of Macomb County educators have joined together to place an educational millage on the ballot next March.

Published October 16, 2019

Warren Weekly

Simkus: ‘I want to be able to do more’

WARREN — Arnold Simkus has a list of goals he wants to accomplish if he’s elected to the position of city treasurer in November, including some things that transcend the traditional duties and responsibilities of the job.

Published October 16, 2019

Warren Weekly

Barnwell: ‘I’m here to serve’

WARREN — Lorie Barnwell brought experience in banking and finance to the office of Warren’s city treasurer when she was elected in 2015.

Published October 16, 2019

Warren Weekly

Fouts: ‘My life is devoted to the city’

WARREN — Jim Fouts transitioned from serving as one of nine members of the Warren City Council to become the top administrator at City Hall in November 2007.

Published October 16, 2019

Warren Weekly

Colegio:‘I have the ability to bring the community closer together’

WARREN — Kelly Colegio had the strong support and endorsement of Warren Mayor Jim Fouts when she ran for an at-large seat on the City Council in 2011 and won. Before that, she worked in his office and later served as the city’s community outreach coordinator.

Published October 15, 2019

Advertiser Times

Mayor, City Council seats on Harper Woods ballot

HARPER WOODS — On Tuesday, Nov. 5, Harper Woods voters will cast their ballots for mayor, three full terms on the City Council and one partial term on the City Council.

Published October 15, 2019

Royal Oak Review

Royal Oak candidates face off at forum

ROYAL OAK — On Oct. 7, more than 100 people attended the mayoral and City Commission candidate panels facilitated by the League of Women Voters at Royal Oak City Hall.

Published October 11, 2019

Madison - Park News

Holland runs as write-in candidate for Hazel Park City Council

HAZEL PARK — Bethany Holland, a member of the Hazel Park City Council, is running for reelection as a write-in candidate due to what she said was a technical issue that occurred with the filing process.

Mayor Pro Tem Ethan Baker, left, and Councilman Dave Henderson answer questions posed by moderator Karen Fabian at a League of Women Voters Troy Area forum filmed at CMN Cable TV Studios Oct. 3.

Published October 9, 2019

Troy Times

Candidates for Troy mayor, council square off

TROY — Library funding, ethics, transparency, the Troy Civic Center and development in Troy emerged as key issues at a forum for those who could hold seats on the Troy City Council.

Published October 9, 2019

Warren Weekly

Boike: ‘I’ll prove that I’m worth the position’

WARREN — Gary Boike learned a lot about law enforcement over his 25-year career with the Hamtramck Police Department.

Published October 9, 2019

Warren Weekly

Young: ‘I saw a lack of leadership on the City Council’

WARREN — Diane Young grew up in Romeo and moved to Warren two years ago, when she was struck by the friendliness of her neighbors.

Published October 9, 2019

Warren Weekly

Rogensues: ‘I have always lived a life of service’

WARREN — Angela Jean Rogensues was born and raised in Macomb County and went to Chippewa Valley Schools.

Published October 9, 2019

Warren Weekly

Green: ‘If you give me a task, I will take it to the end’

WARREN — Patrick Green spent seven years on Warren’s Zoning Board of Appeals before he was elected to the City Council in 2007. He served two four-year terms on the council and was elected to a third in 2015 before he left the following year to serve in the Michigan House of Representatives.

Published October 9, 2019

Madison - Park News

Fleming makes bid for Madison Heights City Council

MADISON HEIGHTS — A military veteran, Sean Fleming moved to Madison Heights in 1997 after a career in electronic communications with the U.S. Army. Since then, he has worked in telecommunications.

Published October 9, 2019

Madison - Park News

Clark seeks seat on Madison Heights City Council

MADISON HEIGHTS — Eight years ago, just after the Great Recession, Kymm Clark and her husband moved to Madison Heights. They quickly found jobs, rented for a while and then purchased their own home four years ago. Shortly after, they started their own business, Clark’s Fabrication.