In the Republican primary for treasurer, Susan Anderson, owner of a bookkeeping agency and treasurer of the Oakland Community College Board of Trustees, is running against Joe Kent, an Oxford . Rob is a husband and father of three amazing boys. I have been married to my wife, Michelle, for 22 years and we have two daughters and a dog. It specifies the benefits that the developer will bring to our community. Tell us about yourself in 200 words or less: I am a lifelong Oakland County resident and live in Orion Township with my husband and four children. Her love of radio began when she had a radio show in college when she and her roommate played '80s music in the middle of the night. The members of the board are elected on a non-partisan, at-large basis by voters living within the college district, an area that generally coincides with the boundaries of Oakland County. Lyon, Huron Valley & Lakes Area Chambers. At the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments, I currently serve as SEMCOG Vice Chair as well as a member of the Management and Budget subcommittee. I hope to be part of the solution to life quality issues in District 13. All content posted on this page (by me) has been approved and paid for by the Committee to Elect Alexander C.. I will make sure that the county commission abides by that legitimate (well-founded) need. 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. As a sitting member of the Oakland County Board of Commissioners since 2018, I currently serve as the Majority Caucus Chair, Chair of the Legislative Affairs and Government Operations Committee, Chair of the Healthy Aging Ad Hoc Committee, and I am a member of the Public Health and Safety Committee. Gun Violence team member in 2013 after Sandy Hook tragedy, and unfortunately is still relevant today. Member Milford, Highland, Wixom & South Lyon Historical Societies, Highland White Lake Business Owners Assoc. Most of my time on the commission is spent in oversight and planning for Oakland Countys $1 Billion budget each year. Lyon, Huron Valley & Lakes Area Chambers. I would be the youngest member and only openly LGBT member of the commission: two voices that are sorely needed in elected chambers. I am a professional pianist and have been the music director at many Archdiocese of Detroit parishes (most recently Sacred Heart in Auburn Hills!). Our summers have been full of travel softball for the last eight years and will soon transition to college sports. Through those two actions, a new Board of Commissioners will go a long way toward realizing a third priority, which is restoring responsible management to Oakland Countys government. Seniors are a critical part of the financial blueprint of our county and I am committed to listen and learn the priorities that are important to strengthen access to programs for this demographic. I am also a mom to four young daughters. I have been a commissioner 10-plus years and truly enjoy public service, giving back to the community and I want to keep Oakland County one of the best places to live, work, play and prosper. I currently work at the Michigan State House of Representatives where I am the Chief of Staff for Rep. Samantha Steckloff (D-Farmington Hills). As District 4s commissioner, I will bring my leadership experience of six years as a City Council Member and eight years as mayor to the county commission. My background and professional training is in diplomacy and national security, and I have previously worked for the U.S. State Department in Madrid and for Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin. Member of the County team supporting Businesses and distributing of monies during the COVID-19 pandemic. All while maintaining or lowering the tax rate. Oakland University is governed by an eight-member Board of Trustees appointed by the governor to serve eight-year terms. I am running for county commission to represent my hometown with a new generation of progressive, pragmatic politics that puts people first. Copyright 2022 by WDET and Wayne State University. Education: BS Chemistry, Western Michigan University. I earned a Master of Education and a Bachelor of Science in Education from Wayne State University, and I completed board certification (behavior analyst) from Florida Institute of Technology. In 2013 I became a member of the Novi City Council, and was re-elected in 2017. Throughout my time as commissioner I have accomplished a number of things including: Financial responsibility and accountability by delivering balanced budgets, living within our means and being recognized by Standard and Poors as one of the best run counties in the nation. As someone who is dedicated to my local community and our county, I believe I can be that strong and sound voice that we need to represent District 12 and honor the will of the people that I would serve. Rob believes local government should exist to be fiscally responsible, ensure security for its citizens while protecting their rights, and being accessible and transparent. Additionally, I developed a male mentoring program for high school students called Man-Up that has been in existence for over 10 years. Oakland County Endorsements. I have worked on and passed a balanced three-year budget, which has ensured that Oakland County has a AAA bond rating saving the residents millions in interest costs. Community economic development. Related Articles. Abraham, 46, is a certified public accountant and resident of Royal Oak. After talking to many parents in our community, I realized many in our county are unaware of what the commission actually does, and how they spend our money. My record of attendance and voting represents positive values, ethics and supporting services for people who live and work in Oakland County. COVID-19 Meeting Access Notice My strategy is to attract the best talent, technology and the tools necessary to create an amazing - 2021 advocated for legislation to recognize talent development needs for the aerospace industry. Why are you running for the Board of Commissioners? Oakland Community College is governed by a seven-person Board of Trustees. I have experience with all aspects of county operations and I have demonstrated the ability to work with all county departments to continue the programs that provide quality services to residents, and will insure that all tax dollars are spent in a fiscally conservative manner. Oakland County was one of the three counties that paid Highland Parks water bill for years when Highland Park refused to pay its own bill. Donations are not deductible for federal income tax purposes, may be used in connection . I taught for a long time at Oakland County Community College in the mathematics department where I enjoyed working with people from different backgrounds. L.E.O./Kitefest; Operation Injured Soldiers; Huron River Watershed Council; Milford Memories & War Dog Memorial. Sponsored Oakland County Mental Health grant for Oakland Schools, which provides $175,000 to each school district in the county to address students mental health needs. When the commission voted to appropriate $3 million to create a hub for the World Economic Forum in Oakland County, the decision was solidified to run. General election results for local races in Oakland County, including municipalities, . 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 . Fax: (248) 370-4201. joshuamerchant@oakland.edu. County government is not supposed to be about power, its supposed to be about responsibility. Your money is best to be in your pocket versus the governments. A meeting of the Finance Committee will be held on Wednesday, February 22 at 11 a.m. For information on how to watch meetings or participate in public comment, please click here . Tell us about yourself in 200 words or less: I have been married to my wife, Michelle, for 22 years and we have two daughters and a dog. It has been 24 years since we have had a woman represent this district. 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. Addressing climate change in our county is key. Should Holly add two trustees to the township . I have introduced programs to help make child care more affordable to everyone. Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts, Central Michigan University. I have experience with all aspects of county operations and I have demonstrated the ability to work with all county departments to continue the programs that provide quality services to residents, and will insure that all tax dollars are spent in a fiscally conservative manner. 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. You may also contact the Board or the Clerk of the Board by mail or phone: AHS Board of Trustees 1411 E. 31st. Member of County pandemic response team during initial phase of COVID -19 pandemic. Oakland Community College is governed by a seven-person board of trustees. He was disqualified from the Independence Party primary scheduled on June 23, 2020. I am extremely supportive of our countys efforts to grow our regions talent pipeline through our Oakland80 commitment. Board of Trustees. With the social climate, mass shootings, threats and overall anger in our communities we cannot afford to reduce funding of our law enforcement agencies. 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. By returning their tax dollars, the people become free to support the initiatives they not the politicians value through the free market. Too much work is done behind closed doors and delegated to agencies that are not directly accountable to the people. Kevin Jenkins. Continuing programs that work to support individuals, families, businesses and local municipalities along with identifying needs that the county is able to provide assistance. District 13 is made up of suburban and rural areas. I have been appointed to Oxford Township Planning Commission since 2014. I decided to run for Oakland County Commissioner based on the wasteful spending that is taking place by our commission, the non-transparency that is taking place with meetings behind closed doors, and work that is being delegated to agencies that are not directly accountable to the people. 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. We citizens took it for granted and our leaders were unprepared for the passing of county executive L. Brooks Patterson. PRECINCT DELEGATE. My top priority is to embed financial responsibility and accountability in county spending and the voice of common sense in policy decisions. Board Formal Session Location: Oakland Center, Banquet Room A. 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