Voters to decide decide state, county, township and school board races
Six candidates are running for one six-year term. The salary for this position is
Democrat
Age: 47
Occupation:
Municipality of residence: Holly
For how long: Grew up in
Online campaign information: elissaslotkin.org
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: My number one priority is to make it easier for Michiganders to get into the middle class.
Republican
Age: 61
Occupation: Candidate for
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Nearly 50 years
Online campaign information: rogersforsenate.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: Families are struggling under the current administration and are desperately in need of relief from the high costs of gas and groceries. As a Congressman, I earned a reputation as someone who got results for Michiganders by working across the aisle, and in the
Libertarian
Age: 35
Occupation: Economist, Political Scientist, and Research Fellow at the
Municipality of residence: Marshall
For how long: Five Years
Online campaign information: https://solismullen4senate.com
Education: BA in English and Political Science,
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: Eliminate the
Age: 54 yrs old
Occupation: Retired CDL A Operator, Investing
Municipality of residence: Residence in
For how long: Lived here my whole life
Online campaign information: DaveStein4Liberty.com
Education: Some college, Trade school certificates: Heating and air conditioning, Building trades, Electronics, Heavy Equipment, CDL A, Metal fabrication,Tool making, Grinding, 3D Printing. Private studies: Common law 3 years and ongoing, cooking. IQ=156
Previously and currently held elected offices: Political experience: First time directly other that participation in local committee's
Top goals: To stop abortion abuse. Abortion should not be used as birth control and only in extreme circumstances allowed. e.g. allow abortion for incest, rape, deformation, disease, threat to Mothers life. Children have a right to live. Alternative to being a parent is adoption. Ending the war machine and concentrating on American born business.
Green
Age: 40
Occupation: Journalist
Municipality of residence:
For how long: No answer given.
Online campaign information: https://www.electmarsh.us
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: No answer given
Top goals: I want to join a full-court press for Medicare-for-All (single-payer model), housing reforms and rent controls, public education funding, cleaning up PFAs and replacing Flint's pipes, environmentally sustainable energy and transportation infrastructure investments, stopping money and weapons for war, and stopping the flow of oil through
Age: 62
Occupation: Lawyer
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 22 years
Online campaign information: www.dougdern.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: n/a
Top goals: Lots of reform that does not get media attention. Bankruptcy reform needs to be looked at on a national level. Expansion of exemptions, and stricter rules on Chapter 13 Trustees. Fair Debt Collection Practices Act needs reformed because it has not been changed since the 1970's.
National Changes for third party ballot access. Push for a flat tax across the board equal to all. Promotion for health consciousness and cleaning up the toxic food and (...)
Four candidates are running for one two-year term. The salary for this position is
Democrat
Age: 44
Occupation: Insurance Business Owner and Manager
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Eight years
Online campaign information: https://www.clint4congress.com
Education: B.A.
Previously and currently held elected offices: Oakland County Precinct Delegate
Top goals: My #1 goal is restoring decency and responsible governance for my district in
Republican
Age: 58
Occupation: Member of
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 10 years
Online campaign information: https://lisamcclainforcongress.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: My top goals would be to secure our southern border, unleash American energy, cut bureaucratic red tape that strangles small business owners, ensure our elections are free and fair, and make permanent the Trump tax cuts which cut taxes for millions of hard working middle class Americans and small businesses.
Libertarian
Age: 36
Occupation: Environmental Engineer (with emphasis on Sustainability & Atm. Science)
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 28 years
Online campaign information: https://ballotpedia.org/Kevin_Vayko
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: No prior governmental elected offices held
Top goals:
1) Repeal AEDPA to allow the Federal government to intercede against a State that has conspired and colluded to wrongfully incarcerate innocent people.
2) Stop funding foreign countries/entities. The US has too many financial needs. Let Zelensky and Netanyahu plead their case to the centi-Billionaires.
3) Decriminalize ALL victimless crimes, including notably all recreational drug offenses.
4) Prioritize Climate Crisis through enhanced localization of goods/services (LCA/LSCA optimization), education, and engineering controls.
Working Class Party
Age: 67
Occupation: Retired
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 33 years
Online campaign information: workingclassfight.com
Education: High school diploma-
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: Elect working class people to political office. The 2 major political parties don't represent the interests of regular, every day people in this country - the working class. Working Class Party is the only political party that states it is willing to take on the crisis that working class and poor people in this country (who are the majority of people in this country) face today.
Four candidates are running for one two-year term. The salary for the position is
Democrat
Age: 77
Occupation: Attorney (retired Judge)
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 44 years
Online campaign information: www.marlinga4congress.com
Education: Graduate University of
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: I have four goals: (1) Protecting our
Republican
John James
Age: 43
Occupation: Member of
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 2 years
Online campaign information: JohnJamesMI.com
Education: B.S.,
Previously and currently held elected offices: Currently the United States Representative for
Top goals: Over the last two years, I have worked tirelessly to push back against the failed policies coming out of the
Libertarian
Age: 40
Occupation: Small Business Owner
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Most of my life
Online campaign information: votesaliba.com
Education: Some college
Previously and currently held elected offices: None yet
Top goals: My key promise is to vote no on any bill that does not decrease the power of government or increase the freedom of the people. I have pledged to co-sign HR 25, The FAIRtax Bill, which is already in committee in the house. I will demand our leaders seek PEACE in
Working Class Party
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
State House of
Two candidates are running for one two-year term. The salary for this position is
Democrat
Age: 58
Occupation: Real Estate Broker, Builder, Small Business Owner
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 3 years in
Online campaign information: www.VoteMartini.com
Education: MBA,
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals:
Energize
Improve our public education.
Protect women's reproductive rights.
Enact common-sense gun violence prevention measures.
Preserve our environment.
Republican
Age: 59
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Total 22 years, and surrounding
Online campaign information: DonniSteele.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: Orion Township Trustee 2012-2016,
Top goals: Help fulfill the necessary vision needed for
State House of
Two candidates are running for a two-year term. The salary for the position is
Democrat
Age: 30
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 1 and 1/2 years
Online campaign information: Harroldformichigan.com,
Education: B.A. from
Previously and currently held elected offices: Precinct Delegate
Top goals:
Republican
Age: 69
Occupation: State Representative
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 35 years
Online campaign information: marktisdel.com
Education: Drake Univ BA, Journalism
Previously and currently held elected offices: State Representative,
Top goals: 1. Prohibit or restrict use of smart devices in K-12 public schools. 2. Prohibit minors from consenting to online social media sites without parent or guardian consent; parents must have all login information, be able to see posts / messages / replies, minors' login unavailable
State House of
Two candidates are running for one two-year term. The salary for the position is
Democrat
Age: 50
Occupation: Teacher
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 11 Years
Online campaign information: Facebook Page:
Education: Bachelor's Degree from
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: My top goals are to promote and continue
Republican
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The salary for this position is
Democrat
Age: 64 years
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 33 years
Online campaign information: www.friendsofdavecoulter.com
Education: Bachelor's Degree Michigan State University,
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: By working across party lines, I have made balancing the budget and preserving
Republican
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The salary for this position is
Democrat
Did not return questionnaire by press time.
Republican
Age: 68
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 8 years
Online campaign information: www.sheriffbouchard.com
Education:
Bachelor of Arts,
Graduate of the
Graduate of the
Graduate of the National Sheriff's Institute
Graduate of Darden's Program for emerging Political Leaders,
Toll Fellow,
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goal: As Sheriff, my top goal is to ensure the safety and security of everyone in
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The annual salary for this position is
Democrat
Age: 57
Occupation:
Municipality of Residence:
For how long: over 30 years
Online campaign information: www.lisabrown4michigan.com
Education: Earned Bachelor of Science degree at
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: To continue running a
Coordinated with local clerks to increase transparency, save taxpayer dollars, and make elections more secure, efficient, and cost effective with the Oakland County Absentee Voter counting board and administering Early Voting for 45 communities
Increased protections for property owners against fraud by implementing the first-of-its-kind Property Records Notification service
Republican
Age: An active, youthful & healthy 70 year old
Occupation: Retired
Municipality of Residence: Charter Township of Independence
For how long: ≈ 20 years
Online campaign information: www.VotePallotta.com
Education: Associates - Science
Previously and currently held elected offices: Charter Township of Independence: Appointed as Clerk
Top goals: Advocate for election integrity and local control of elections. Enacted proposals (2018 Proposal 3 and 2022 Proposal 2) weakens election integrity and directly impacts the sovereignty of local control.
Initiate immediate alerts about potential fraud activity to secure all Register of Deed property records 24/7.
Reassess online services and the merit of associated fees to improve access to public records. Develop a "NO FEE" policy for all electronic public records NOT subject to statutory exemption.
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The salary for this position is
Democrat
Age: 43
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 29 Years
Online campaign information: www.RobertWittenberg.com
Education: Bachelor of Science in Business Management,
Previously and currently held elected offices:
State Representative -
Top goals: We accomplished a lot during my first term (lowest tax foreclosures, updated investment policy, increased efficiency/transparency, etc.), but the work is not done. My top priorities will continue to be protecting the financial security of every resident in
Republican
Age: 65
Occupation: CFO & Small Business Owner
Municipality of residence: Oxford
For how long: 24 Years
Online campaign information:
Education: Bachelor of
Previously and currently held elected offices: Oxford Republican Delegate 3 two-year terms
Top goals: As a former
Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The annual salary for this position is
Democrat
Age: 67
Occupation: Water Resources Commissioner
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 30 years
Online campaign information: nash4wrc.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: I served as
Top goals: Continue my collaborative work with communities across
Republican
Age: 66
Occupation: Consultant
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 15 years
Online campaign information: Steven-Johnson.com
Education:
MBA, Masters of Business Administration,
Graduate Certificate, Strategic Marketing Management,
BS Business Management & Economics,
AS, Associate Degree in Business Management -
AA, Associate Degree in Liberal Arts -
Previously and currently held elected offices: No other public office.
Top goals: If elected the Oakland County Water Resources Commissioner, I am committed to protecting and being a good steward of our resources.
High-priority items:
Nanoplastics and Microplastics
PFAS
Water Affordability
Sustainable Water Management Practices
Enhancing Water Efficiency
Protecting and Restoring Wetlands
Safety for non-municipal water residents – Well and Septic
Reducing Operational Emissions
Safe use of fertilizers, chemicals, salt
Resilient Infrastructure Water, Sewer, Stormwater
Supporting Renewable Energy Initiatives
Public Engagement and Education
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The annual salary for the position is
Democrat
Age: 30
Occupation: County Commissioner / Legislative Director,
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 26 years
Online campaign information: www.brendanforoakland.com
Education: BA International Relations from
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: I plan to continue the great work we've been doing that makes
Republican
Age: 66
Occupation: Life Insurance
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 28 years
Online campaign information: facebook.com/DaleHetrick.CountyCommission.District4
Education: Bachelor's Degree Mechanical Engineering and MBA Global Management
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: 1) Properly fund for OCSO services so they are able provide the level of public safety County residents deserve, 2) Fund high priority Road & Infrastructure Projects, 3) Approve spending that returns value to County residents & businesses, 4) Be available to support County residents & businesses
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The annual salary for the position is
Democrat
Age: No answer given.
Occupation: I am a regional Director with a National company, and together with my employer, have created over 100 new jobs in
Municipality of residence:
For how long: over 10 years
Online campaign information: No answer given.
Education: No answer given.
Previously and currently held elected offices: No previous office held
Top goals: My main objective as one of our commissioners, will be to actively represent and respond to the needs, and wants of our residents. Too many elected officials arrive to a position and forget why they ran in the first place. I don't need this Job, I want it. I will never forget where I came from - and why I wanted the job to begin with.
Republican
Age: 53
Occupation: Executive Director of Engineering for a Tier 1 Automotive supplier.
Municipality of residence: Oxford
For how long: 23 years
Online campaign information: www.facebook.com/spiszforcommish
Education: Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering –
Previously and currently held elected offices: Oxford Township Trustee: 2008-2012,
Top goals: i) Budget. We must maintain
ii) Safety. We must continue to support our law enforcement agencies. We must continue to fund our law enforcement agencies and support critical intervention training and a cross jurisdictional task force on human trafficking.
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The annual salary for the position is
Democrat
Age: 28
Occupation: Mental Health Clinician
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 2 years
Online campaign information: www.votechristinajoyroot.com
Education: Bachelor of
Previously and currently held elected offices: Democratic Precinct Delegate
Top goals: Christina is a licensed social worker who is ready to expand access to mental health services, promote safety, and uphold healthcare rights. She faced adversity at a young age, and now she passionately helps others who are on their own healing journey. She has served individuals and families from many different communities, including senior citizens, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants, and survivors of trauma. If elected, Christina commits to advocating for all people in her community.
Republican
Age: 50
Occupation: Chief Operating Officer - FordDirect
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 45 years
Online campaign information: www.facebook.com/votemikegingell
Education: Bachelor of Science,
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: My top priority is to embed financial responsibility and accountability in County spending and the voice of common sense in policy decisions. We need to provide services that are needed with a focus on public safety. We need to support economic development and our business community to maintain our tax base and demand for housing.
Six candidates are running for three six-year terms.
Age: 55
Occupation: Educator
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 45 years
Online campaign information: https://tinyurl.com/alspachforrcskids
Education: Bachelor of Science with teaching certification (EMU) , Masters in Special Education (
Previously and currently held elected offices: none
Top goals: My priorities are 1. focus on student learning, 2. building a strong and diverse community, and 3. increasing communication and transparency. We must prioritize academic intervention and mental health programs. We need to both maintain our excellence and continue to improve, which takes the input of all stakeholders in our diverse community. The Board's and administration's part in strengthening our community is to improve communication and be more transparent around decisions.
Age: 53
Occupation: Attorney
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Since
Online campaign information: www.jaysonblake.com
Education: Juris Doctor,
Previously and currently held elected offices: Trustee on
Top goals: My top goals are to maintain and improve academic rigor and innovation, while addressing the social-emotional needs of our students. I want to ensure all families in the district are seen and valued. I believe the Board must better support and respect our staff as they do the important work of educating our children. Finally, our Board needs to model civility and mutual respect, as our students and community are watching.
Age: 50
Occupation: Retired automotive OEM engineer and marketing product planner; current stay-at-home parent of two school-age children
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 35 years
Online campaign information: www.taaradonley.com
Education: BSE in chemical engineering from the
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: I'm running for the school board because I received an excellent education in RCS and want current students to have the same educational opportunities that I did. My priorities are academic growth for learners of all abilities, student wellness and safety, financial stability and transparency, finding compromise solutions to problems, and increasing educational opportunities for students and staff in the future.
Age: 60
Occupation: Child Welfare, Public Health and Emergency Preparedness
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 31 years
Online campaign information: Richforrcs.com Elect
Education: Bachelor of Science:
Previously and currently held elected offices: I have not held any previous offices.
Top goals: As a lifelong public servant, champion of public education and the students, parents, teachers and staff that make it possible my goals are many. My top priorities include ensuring safety and security, fiscal responsibility, retaining and compensating teachers fairly, promoting evidence-based practices, excellent communication with all stake holders, infrastructure maintenance, collaboration and civil discourse. Lastly, addressing the needs of all students and working tirelessly to preserve the legacy of RCS for future generations.
Age: 36
Occupation: Self Employed
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Since 12/2020; almost 4 years
Online campaign information: www.lauzon4rcs.com
Education: Bachelors in Business
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: If elected as a school board trustee, my top three goals are to: 1) Foster a unified board dedicated to prioritizing student education, 2) Investigate and address declining enrollment by understanding why students are leaving, and 3) Analyze falling test scores while equipping teachers with the necessary resources and support to enhance student achievement.
Age: 51
Occupation: Teacher
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 13 years
Online campaign information: Nesreen4rcskids.com
Education: Bachelor's Degree & Masters Degree
Previously and currently held elected offices: No
Top goals: I have a vision to see my district excel in all areas starting with enrollment while restoring academics and finances. I believe together we can keep politics out of our schools and the division it brings while letting kids be kids. I want us to focus on the core curriculum and parents, we need your involvement and we need you to ask the questions. I love our
Four candidates are running for two terms ending
Age: 57
Occupation: Graphic Designer
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 27 years
Online campaign information: barbanness.com
Education: Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design,
Previously and currently held elected offices: Currently Vice President,
Top goals: Support our new superintendent and team in implementing our strategic plan. One project underway is reading pilots in five buildings focusing on structured literacy. Ensure all students, regardless of ability, receive academic rigor and social-emotional learning, which are both needed for student achievement and success. Assess community support for the former
Age: 55
Occupation: Volunteer
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 30 years
Online campaign information: MichelleBueltel4SchoolBoard.com
Education: Bachelor of Arts in
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: I'm seeking another two-year term to continue serving our community during this transitional period. My focus is on civility, stability, and a student-centered approach while supporting staff as we launch our new strategic plan with our new superintendent. Besides ensuring the success of our strategic plan, with many facets aimed at student achievement, I'm focused on safety, security and the emotional well-being of students and staff to foster a productive environment for teaching and learning.
Age: 40 years young
Occupation: Real Estate Agent
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 7.5 years
Online campaign information: www.jsesi4rcs.com
Education: 3 years of college
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: Put a strong focus on transparency in the classroom and at the administrative level to restore trust with parents and community members. Tighten up spending and help develop exit strategies for the Caring Steps facility and the previous administration building. The proceeds can go toward Teacher and Para pro pay and district capital expenditures. Turn around declining literacy rates and testing scores to assure more RCS students are college ready.
Age: 41
Occupation: Auto Manufacturing Business Planner
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 10 years
Online campaign information: Vote4Andrew.net
Education: BA from Western Michigan University Political Science/History - Master of Science Lean Manufacturing from
Previously and currently held elected offices: Current Rochester Community Schools
Top goals: Rebuild trust with parents and protect teachers by creating transparent, fair, and firm district policies.
Address academic decline and enrollment by cutting wasteful central office spending, including non-value-added programs focused on political and social issues, and redirecting funds to valuable educational programs.
Defend Title IX by implementing district policies recognizing biological differences between males and females and emphasizing the need to consider these differences when establishing policies and procedures to ensure equal opportunities.
One candidate is running for one four-year term. The position has an annual salary of
Republican
Running unopposed.
One candidate is running for one four-year term. The treasurer position has an annual salary of
Republican
Running unopposed.
Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The clerk position has an annual salary of
Republican
Age: 71
Occupation: Retired after 42 years at Chrysler/
Municipality of residence: Oakland Charter Township
For how long: 30 years
Online campaign information: No answer given.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Math at
Previously and currently held elected offices: 2 years Trustee -
Top goals: I will continue to build on the wonderful team of employees in the Clerk's Department in
No Party Affiliation
Age: No answer given.
Occupation: Licensed Realtor/Broker & Builder
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 25+ yrs.
Online campaign information: lanamangiapane4clerk.com
Education: * DBI,
Previously and currently held elected offices: *
Top goals: Conduct elections and maintain voter registration records. Administer accounting, accounts payable and payroll. Custodian of township papers, documents and records. Keep taxes low, improve and protect
Oakland Township Parks Commissioner
Seven candidates are running for seven four-year terms. Compensation for the position is
Republican
Running unopposed.
Republican
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Republican
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Republican
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Republican
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Republican
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Republican
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Oakland Township Trustee
Four candidates are running for four, four-year terms. Trustees earn
Republican
Running unopposed.
Republican
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Republican
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Republican
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Two candidates are running for one four-year term. The salary for this position is
Democrat
Age: 54
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 16 years
Online campaign information: McDonaldForProsecutor.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Top goals: Keeping Oakland County safe by working with law enforcement to keep dangerous criminals off the streets. Holding Criminals Accountable, including the
Republican
Age: 34
Occupation: Attorney
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Approximately 30 years
Online campaign information: www.faridaforprosecutor.com
Education: Juris Doctore from
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: We must depoliticize prosecution and re-focus on public safety and victim advocacy. Every single person in our community, regardless of race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, or any other identifier, has the right to live their life free from being victimized. Our community has seen huge spikes in crime and some of the worst offenders undercharged or pleaded down. My goal is to be fair and proportional, not to trade one political extreme for another.
District Court,
Two candidates are running for one term ending
Age: 48
Occupation: Judicial Staff Attorney
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 21 years
Online campaign information: https://ryandeel.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: Rochester Hills Public Library Board of Trustees and
Top goals: My top goal is to continue to serve my community and make a difference right here. As judge, I'll draw on my 23 years of experience in the law, and my long history of community involvement, to do justice- to understand the cases and problems before me, and judge fairly and well. Listening carefully, researching thoroughly and deciding thoughtfully is what's required- and that's what I'll do, every day I take the bench.
Age: 36
Occupation: Judge of
Municipality of residence:
For how long: I have lived in
Online campaign information: www.judgepolizzi.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: Judge of
Top goals: My primary goals are to expand treatment courts, ensure everyone in my courtroom is treated with respect, and provide access to the court utilizing technology. As the current Judge, I established the district's first Veterans Treatment Court to support veterans in navigating the justice system, accessing rehabilitation resources, and providing hope. The loss of my brother, an Iraq War veteran, to opiate addiction profoundly shapes my dedication to addressing these challenges that face our community.
Two candidates are running for a non-incumbent position. The salary for this position is
Age: 53
Occupation: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney for
Municipality of residence: Oxford
For how long: 15 years
Online campaign information: www.dareforjudge.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: As Chief Assistant Prosecutor of the Special Victims Unit, the Juvenile Justice Division, the Hate Crimes Unit and the
Age: 42
Occupation: Managing Director/Attorney
Municipality of residence:
For how long: I've lived in
Online campaign information: lecthuddlestonforjudge.com
Education: - BA in Communications from
Previously and currently held elected offices: None
Top goals: My priorities for this family court seat are: 1.Implementing specialized dockets and support systems to address the needs of individuals with mental health and substance abuse issues. 2. Reducing delays and backlogs by streamlining court procedures and leveraging technology to expedite case management 3. Ensuring fair and equal access to justice for all, regardless of background or socioeconomic status. 4. Upholding the law without bias and making decisions based on facts and legal principles
Two candidates are running for one non-incumbent position. The salary is
Age: 68 years
Occupation: Oakland County Probate Judge
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 31 years
Online campaign information: Votejudgeobrien.com
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: Oakland County Probate Judge –
Top goals: My goal is to continue providing the best service that any Judge can provide to the people of
Age: 54
Occupation: Lawyer and Associate Real Estate Broker
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Since 2012
Online campaign information: TraciRichardsforjudge.com
Education: J.D.
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: My top goal is to provide more transparency. Transparency should be the norm and not the exception. Probate judges should provide a reason when they select professionals over previously designated individuals or family members. People should know what to expect when they go to court in terms of procedures to follow. Instructions should be provided on how to locate free resources about navigating probate cases.
Two candidates are running for one eight-year term. The salary for this position is
Age: 39
Occupation: State Representative
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 3 years (
Online campaign information: FinkForMichigan.com
Education: Graduate of
Previously and currently held elected offices: State Representative
Top goals: As a candidate for the
Age: 52
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 20 years
Online campaign information: https://www.electkimberlythomas.com/
Education:
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: I care deeply about equal justice for all Michiganders. I am an experienced trial and appellate lawyer and a law professor at the
Two candidates are running for a partial term ending
Age: 36
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Two years, though I have lived my entire life in
Online campaign information: www.boldenforjustice.com
Education:
B.A.
J.D.
Previously and currently held elected offices:
Michigan State Representative,
Top goals: The
Age: 54
Occupation:
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 25 years (Born and raised in
Online campaign information: www.judgeogrady4supremecourt.com
Education: Thomas M. Cooley Law School Juris Doctor,
Previously and currently held elective offices: State of
Top goals: To maintain and restore the public trust of the
Judge of
Two candidates are running for the non-incumbent position. According to the
Age: 33
Occupation: Attorney at
Municipality of residence:
For how long: Over 20 years in
Online campaign information: www.ackermanforjudge.org
Education: A.B., Harvard (cum laude, high honors in Economics);
Previously and currently held elected offices: N/A
Top goals: One of my goals is to reduce the time it takes for the
Age: 49
Occupation: Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
Municipality of residence:
For how long: 14 years
Online campaign information: www.willisforjustice.com
Education: Latoya is a proud graduate of
Previously and currently held elected offices: NONE
Top goals: To restore the general public's confidence in the integrity of our judicial system. For 21 years I have fought to protect the rights of citizens and as a judge I will fight to protect the Court by ensuring it is fair, impartial, and completely non-partisan. Politics have no place inside our courtrooms. Every individual should be able to trust that their case will be resolved based strictly on the merits, the evidence, and the law.
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Millage
The Oakland County Parks System includes 17 park locations with nearly 7,200 acres of public park and recreational lands, 80 miles of trails, campgrounds, dog parks, golf courses, aquatic recreation facilities, and nature education centers. To continue to provide revenue to the
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