St. QIC 22103 Oakland, CA 94602 (510) 967-3825. Farmington Area Republicans Monthly Meeting Thursday, March 2nd, 2023 6:30 pm. Next post. As a citizen activist, I have already been doing the job of a commissioner, without the elected title. He lost in the general election on November 3, 2020. To schedule an appointment in ADVANCE for the Board of Review, please call Oakland County Equalization toll free at 1-888-350-0900, Extension 85584 or 248-858-0776. Public transit needs to become a reality across the region. Boyd Farnam. I have been appointed to Oxford Township Planning Commission since 2014. ? We must continue to support our Sheriffs office and all local law enforcement. As full-time employees, the Supervisor, Clerk, and Treasurer, maintain offices at Township Hall. Among the Republican hopefuls, Susan Anderson, a bookkeeper and treasurer of the Oakland Community College Board of Trustees, is the choice over Oxford businessman Joe Kent. CONTACT THE OCRP. Below is a list of candidates who have filmed interviews. Oakland Community College is governed by a seven-person Board of Trustees. You can find results for Oakland Community College Board of Trustees here. Current job: Practicing Attorney-Owner Law Office of Philip J. Weipert and Oakland County Commissioner, Education: Juris Doctor 1988 Thomas M. Cooley Law School, BA 1983 University of Michigan-Dearborn, 1983, Detroit Catholic Central 1978, Tell us about yourself in 200 words or less: Married to Pam and 30-plus year resident South Lyon; Past Chair-SEMCOG and current delegate to SEMCOG. As county commissioner, I voted for our local road improvement and our Tri-Party Road Programs making millions of dollars available to improve local roads. 117 likes. I have served my community of Novi as a long-time volunteer on the Planning Commission as well as with several local nonprofit groups. It carries a AAA rating from the bonding agencies. We citizens took it for granted and our leaders were unprepared for the passing of county executive L. Brooks Patterson. Dorothy Hernandez is Digital Editor for 101.9 WDET, creating digital editorial content. Sponsored a resolution to amend the countys non-discrimination policy to include protections for gender identity and expression, veteran status, familial status and marital status. After 18 years of working in public education, I currently work full time as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst working with individuals on the autism spectrum. Why are you running again for the Board of Commissioners and why should voters re-elect you? We dont need a sustainability office to show us how to do that, or give a presentation on ending hunger and poverty by using the United Nations global agenda. Trustee - Robin Buxar. The pandemic identified many areas to county officials that needed more attention. What are the top three priority issues that Oakland County faces and what actions would you, as commissioner, take regarding each of them? Currently, I am employed in the public sector while also running a small woodworking business. This is a huge first step, but the funds are not permanent. I hope to be part of the solution to life quality issues in District 13. If you have any questions, contact the Oakland County Board of Elections at . Why are you running for the Board of Commissioners? I will always support initiatives that focus on hiring and retaining the very best educators, investing in technology, providing our students with the mental health care that they need and deserve and school safety measures that will provide our children with a safe environment in which to learn. I have lived in Oakland County for most of my life and I want to continue to make sure the county remains one of the best counties in the Country. With ensuing inflation we must maintain our multiyear balanced budget and continue to find ways to save cost within government. Support for innovative solutions such as the Pontiac Waste Water Treatment plant where we turn sewage into methane which is captured and turned into energy or sold, is where we should focus our attention. Our students and educators deserve better. I would like to speak with industry leaders in the field on how we as a county can build on this investment to ensure every member of our county can access therapies and treatment. What are your accomplishments as commissioner? City Councilman Robert Smiley is running to be the next county commissioner in the new 14th District, serving portions of Commerce and Novi, as well as all of Walled Lake and Wixom. If you have any questions, contact the Oakland County Board of Elections at . I believe in regional cooperation among municipalities and counties, because our problems are often the same and overlap across jurisdictions. We must prioritize public education: Oakland County has some of the best public schools in the nation. With politics being a passion of mine, I want to continue to serve the community I love. A lover of stories, I love being in plays and musicals almost as much as I love browsing a good bookstore. My experience and knowledge of county government has helped me guide residents through the process of receiving benefits during the pandemic. I have a history of woking on bipartisan programs to increase gun safety awareness. The 2020 General Election will be held on November 3. My greatest accomplishment has been to work with the community and our Executive Branch and staff to implement new programs that are relevant for success in todays world. The people flourish only when they are in control of their own destiny, not when they are serfs of the state. Learn the latest COVID-19 updates . The county commission has a direct impact on our daily lives, from the public schools that our children attend to the roads that we drive on every day. I know what it takes to do the work and I will bring a new voice and expertise to this Board for District 12 to serve my community and makes things better for the future. The great people who make up the Oakland County Democratic Party are the champions of working families in every city and township throughout our county. Abraham, 46, is a certified public accountant and resident of Royal Oak. As a Precinct Delegate, I get to work closely with voters in my precinct, understand the issues that are most important to them, and keep them updated with important voting and candidate information. Events Org. I support the entire county and will continue to work with communities outside of my district as I represent the entire county. I will ensure that all tax dollars pa. funds are spent/invested as intended, wisely and costs are contained. All content posted on this page (by me) has been approved and paid for by the Committee to Elect Alexander C.. Having owned my own business as well as worked in small, family-run companies and large corporations, I appreciate the benefits of varied niches of free-market commerce. About LWVOA Voter Guides. Oakland Community College is governed by a seven-person board of trustees. District 13 is made up of suburban and rural areas. I have done that as a dean and executive director of academic and student services, and now faculty at Oakland Community College for the past 20 years. Current job: Chief Operating Officer FordDirect, Education: Bachelor of Science, Oakland University; Master of Business Administration, Wayne State University. Fax: (248) 370-4201. joshuamerchant@oakland.edu. When elected I will work to cut funding to any created or bureaucratic office that does not demonstrate usable services of our district. Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Central Michigan University. I am seeking re-election to continue the projects I have been working on over my last term. I have been in the auto industry for over 30 years and during the day I continue to work for a Tier 1 automotive supplier as an executive global director of engineering where I manage programs and resources in multiple countries around the world. What are your accomplishments as commissioner? For years, the attention to the northern portion of the county has seemed to take priority. Occupation: HR Trainer Analyst II, Oakland County; (Retired . I am committed to serving the district, keeping taxes low, improving roads and infrastructure and preserving property values. I also work with the communities I serve to make sure they are current on county activities along with ways to support their needs. Abraham also . to help transition, say, an internal combustion engineer at Stellantis to the world of electric vehicles. Your money is best to be in your pocket versus the governments. In addition to serving the community, I am an executive for a leading global biotech company, where I am responsible for managing cost-saving strategies that increase patient access to life-altering biologics while reducing financial burden. Re-established the Human Trafficking Task Force in 2016 to increase communication of all organizations working to stop these terrible acts. I am a hometown girl, and I love my community. Education: BS Chemistry, Western Michigan University. I bring many different benefits and aspects to the Board of Commissioners from my career as an engineer and management roles. We need to provide services that are needed with a focus on public safety. I am a lifelong resident of Oakland County and am proud to call the Rochester area home. This includes a matching fund from our communities. I am forever indebted to the service that others before me have shown and done for these communities and it is my turn to give back and serve all of the residents, business owners, and constituents in this District. What are the top three priority issues that Oakland County faces and what actions would you, as commissioner, take regarding each of them? Member Milford, Highland, Wixom & South Lyon Historical Societies, Highland White Lake Business Owners Assoc. Working with the Executive branch, our current budget is structurally balanced, and includes a 25% Rainy Day Fund and a 5% Emergency Fund. I bring many different benefits and aspects to the Board of Commissioners from my career as an engineer and management roles. Chief of Staff and Secretary to the Board of Trustees. Second, focus on rebuilding our small businesses and create incentives for entrepreneurs to want to open small businesses in our county. I believe that county government is where I can affect the most change in my community. He told The Oaklandside he's running because he's passionate about resolving inequities and providing . The League of Women Voters provides non-partisan information about candidates and proposals. I also work with the communities I serve to make sure they are current on county activities along with ways to support their needs. Gwen Markham, Trustee. I have shown the willingness to work across the aisle and stand up to issues that would not benefit our community. #2 Protect our AAA bond rating to keep our financial outlook positive, which will keep both residential and commercial property taxes low, bring business to our county and make it cheaper for us to borrow money, if needed. Businesses have been further tested in the years since the pandemic and many are still struggling to recover due to global material shortages, supply chain issues and employee shortages. I will continue to support Oakland Countys collaborative efforts in providing equitable access to affordable mental health and behavioral health services and treatment to individuals across Oakland County. Paid for by the Oakland County Democratic Party 555 Horace Brown Drive Suite 202 Madison Heights, MI 48071: Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. 2 Year Term Petitions or Fees Filing Date Withdrawal Date Dem Samantha Steckloff. The District comprises four colleges serving northern Alameda County. I am a fiscal conservative and will always work to find ways to save the county and our taxpayers money. Having owned my own business as well as worked in small, family-run companies and large corporations, I appreciate the benefits of varied niches of free-market commerce. Our youth are the future of our communities, and we need to have incentives to retain them in Oakland County. I will be steadfast in living up to the duty of an elected official, by being the voice for the voiceless and doing what is right and just for all citizens. . At the county level, the work we do has real effects right here where we live. District Newsletter Sign-Up. Retraining the workforce to respond to emerging job sectors, Creating incentives to bring new businesses to Michigan, Protecting business owners who were affected by the pandemic, Supporting local municipalities with economic development, Maintaining the AAA bond rating for the county, Establishing mental health funding for residents and schools, Fighting for womens rights and LGBTQ+ members, Partnerships with businesses, colleges and trade schools, Helping residents to attain affordable housing, Educate residents on the resources the county offers, Better access to health care for veterans and those in need, Addressing our roads and infrastructure needs, Addressing our need for safer water for residents, Developing better practices for maintenance and construction, Developing a more robust regional transportation system, Conserving and protecting open spaces, parks, water, Current job: Co-Founder of Metro Detroit Medical Waste. Im a lifelong Oakland County resident, born and raised in the District I represent. The Michigan Education Association has released its final list of recommended candidates for local school boards across the state. We need to address the affordable housing situation. MIGOP Chair forum. I know first-hand that seemingly insurmountable obstacles can be overcome when individuals have access to the appropriate resources, services and supports. Each district is eligible to receive another $175,000 if the district matches the second amount. Ricky Donovan, Sr. ( Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent New York's 26th Congressional District. Candidates for two, six-year terms ? Tags Election 2022 The Honorable Jay Costa, JD is a member of the Pennsylvania State Senate representing the 43rd district, which encompasses the townships of Penn Hills and Wilkins; the boroughs of Baldwin, Braddock Hills, Chalfant, Churchill, Edgewood, Forest Hills, Homestead, Munhall, Swissvale, Verona, West Homestead, West . Accessible physical infrastructure things like stormwater runoff mitigation, clean water, facility upgrades for people to age in place, housing that is attainable, Accessible human infrastructure things to improve our quality of life, child care, certifications to enable people to earn high wages, affordable water and other utilities, Enabling long-term competitiveness things like supports for small businesses, preparing for climate changes effects on our communities, laying a foundation of government programming to help people thrive, Created our child care scholarship program, to help working families, Championed creation of Housing Trust Fund, to make our communities more inclusive, Sponsored creation of Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center in South Oakland, new Health Clinic in Hazel Park, homeless shelter to be built in south end, Passed Critical Home Repair fund to help seniors age in place, Led the creation of the Critical Infrastructure Improvement Grant Program to help our communities re: infrastructure, Supported the creation of the Office of Sustainability. 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