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https://www.facebook.com/groups/1027362205935083
Education
BA, Financial Admin, BA Econommics
Campaign Phone
4152609953
Long time political wonk, 30+ years of large business admin & accounting experience
Exponentially rising property taxes, while basic city services decline. Lack or transparency on budget. Fiscal irresponsibility. With my business & forensic accounting experience, I will carefully examine budget, surgically cut non-crucial items, focus on filling budgeted, crucial LFD, LPD, & Public Services positions, instead of using the money on non-crucial items ; revive our crumbling infrastructure (streets & sidewalks), while reigning in out-of-control property tax increases.
Tho only a resident for 5 years, I was born & raised in Michigan, went to MSU, and decided to retire here. I have been focusing on renovating my 100 year old duplex, so my involvement has been working as a poll worker since I moved here. Before moving here (from San Francisco), I was a Precinct Captain at every election for 20 years, sat on the boards of numerous charities, chaired a few, and & worked for local politicians election committees. I have also been watching local Council Committee meting on YouTube, as there is only 1 dedicated Handicapped spot in front of City Hall, and I have mobility problems. Tho not experienced in Lansing politics, I am no stranger to the political process, having studied it since 1980 (I started at MSU studying poly sci at James Madison College, but eventually switched to a more lucrative course of study)
Voting is essential, as is letting your elected officials know your views & concerns. It is also crucial to try to study the candidates & issues, hopefully researching both sides of any given argument/issue.
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Jeffrey Brown for Lansing Mayor
Campaign Phone
(517) 618-1492
I am a third-generation public servant and lifelong resident of Lansing, shaped by over 100 years of family heritage and commitment to this city. My professional background spans over two decades of service, working across state departments, nonprofits, and direct community programs to empower individuals and families. I currently serve as an At-Large Member of the Lansing City Council, where I have served on nearly every standing committee. I am running for Mayor because I believe in Lansing’s potential, and I am committed to leading with integrity, compassion, and a vision that uplifts every resident.
Infrastructure, public safety, housing, and economic opportunity are top priorities. Lansing’s infrastructure is aging, we must aggressively pursue state and federal grants, prioritize critical repairs, and build regional partnerships to leverage resources. On public safety, we need both strong law enforcement and prevention efforts. We must expand housing options, invest in local businesses, and prioritize workforce development to grow our economy. These issues are connected and require coordinated, community-driven solutions.
I currently serve as an At-Large Member of the Lansing City Council with over a 95% attendance record at voting meetings throughout my tenure. I’ve served on nearly every Council committee, including Committee of the Whole, Development & Planning, Public Safety, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion, Ways and Means, City Operations, Housing & Resident Safety, and Homelessness & Solutions. I have also served on regional boards including Capital Area Michigan Works, Tri-County Regional Planning Commission, and Tri-County Office on Aging. In addition to elected office, previously, I have been appointed by the Mayor of Lansing to serve as the Vice Chair of the Human Relations and Community Services Advisory Board, the Ingham County Board of Commissioners to serve on the Board of Directors of Ingham Community Health Centers. Additionally, I was appointed to the Disability Network Capital Area Board of Directors, and served as a past Chair of Uplift Our Youth Foundation.
Citizens play a vital role in the decision-making process. Their input, lived experience, and advocacy are essential to shaping policies that truly serve our community. I believe it’s my job as an elected official to echo and amplify the will of the people and work tirelessly to accomplish their goals.
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61576234133479
Education
B.S. in Education from Ferris State University, minoring in science and language arts. K-8 certified
Campaign Phone
517-220-4170
I grew up in rural Eaton County and came to Lansing to find community—the kind that shows up, supports each other, and finds new and inventive ways to step in when systems fail us. I started in computer networking, then criminal justice, but education is where I found my purpose. I earned my degree, trained hard, and committed to becoming the best educator I could be. That same passion drives my work in the nonprofit sector, where I build programs and budgets that are sustainable, equitable, and community-driven. I know how to stretch limited resources while still showing up with care and accountability. I’m not a politician—I’m a member of our community, ready to listen, collaborate, and help shape a city where all families can thrive. I’m running for Mayor because I believe in Lansing and the people who call it home. I believe in our shared capacity to dream big, support one another, and build a future that works for all of us.
The most pressing issues I see facing this city are housing justice, sustainability, and the need for community safety and care. To improve housing in this city, I will advocate for a Lansing Tenants' Bill of Rights, establish a landlord accountability board, and increase city partnerships for transitional and permanent supportive housing. For sustainability, I will expand access to renewable energy and energy-efficient upgrades, invest in green spaces & urban agriculture, support local food hubs, farmers markets, and co-ops in every neighborhood. To increase the care Lansing provides its residents, I will support community-based mental health care and crisis response teams that prevent harm before it happens, support violence prevention initiatives led by people rooted in their communities, and ensure our firefighters have the support they need. Safety isn’t one-size-fits-all, and it shouldn’t come at the expense of our rights or dignity.
Over the years, I’ve engaged deeply with Lansing—most recently through work on the Eastside. I’ve collaborated with The Fledge on initiatives like the Youth Entrepreneurs & Mentors Program and serve as a worship leader at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Greater Lansing. I co-chair Inclusive Justice of Michigan and helped organize this year’s Trans Day of Visibility rally at the Capitol. As Executive Director of Punks with Lunch Lansing and a nonprofit consultant, I support groups like Suits and the City, KCS Angels, and the Tenant Resource Center. I’ve listened to neighbors share both their dreams and their frustrations. I’ve sat through council meetings and stood at City Hall with groups like Rent is Too Damn High when people were being ignored. I love Lansing and believe in its people—and I’m ready to help shape a future that reflects all of us.
We build a stronger Lansing when decisions are made with the people, not just for them. That’s why this campaign is about building a real connection between neighbors, city leadership, and the future we all deserve. I’m not here to make promises I can’t keep. I’m here to show up, listen deeply, and lead alongside you. That’s why I intend to work to create Lansing’s first Participatory Budgeting Program, open to all residents ages 12 and up, to decide how part of the city budget is spent. Additionally, I intend to put in the work to build neighborhood-level partnerships between residents, schools, and local organizations, because listening to the stories and ideas of our neighbors is not enough; we must actively use their voice to aid us in decision-making in a real way. Everyone in this city is deeply interconnected, and when we make space for all of us to be heard and then take action on creating solutions together, we thrive as a city.
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https://www.facebook.com/AndySchorForLansing
Education
University of Michigan, BA in Political Science and History
Campaign Phone
517-618-1666
I’ve served as Mayor of Lansing for the past seven years. In this time, we have seen incredible growth in our city. We are building housing for all incomes, amenities for entertainment, new public facilities that are customer friendly, and are adding to the Lansing skyline. We have rehabilitated old buildings and filled in empty lots. At the same time, crime has gone down, and we've fixed as much infrastructure as we can afford without raising taxes. We've helped those in need, creating more shelter and more low-income housing, while also supporting thousands of new jobs so people can build wealth. I'm running to continue this growth and progress here in Lansing and to do even more for our city in the next four years.
I am always ready to face any challenge head-on. We have a need for housing, and my administration is aggressively building new housing for all as well as providing rehabilitation programs for those who would like to remain in their homes. We have needs in our business districts and corridors and we are providing assistance from the city to ensure that small businesses can provide jobs and succeed, and our residents have places to shop and find services. We continue to strengthen our neighborhoods, assisting with cleanups and programs that bring neighbors together in our parks and facilities. And, of course, our roads and infrastructure remain a priority. Roads are supported by gas tax and registration fees from the state. Lansing receives $14 million from the state and we add in $3 million of our own dollars each year, but Lansing has over $300 million in road repair needs currently. We're working with both sides of the aisle in the state legislature to fix this.
I am proud to have been the Mayor of Lansing for the last 8 years. I am very involved in the City of Lansing. I visit many neighborhood groups often, attend church service, and am visible throughout the community. I greatly enjoy speaking to residents as often as possible at events throughout our community. I have also knocked many doors as part of the campaign. As Mayor, I attend the Lansing City Council meetings. I serve on the Lansing Promise Board and am a great supporter of our Lansing School District (both my children recently graduated from Lansing Everett). I am also involved with several national organizations on behalf of Lansing. I am one of the four national co-chairs for Mayors Against Illegal Guns, I serve on the Advisory Board for the US Conference of Mayors, I am on the board for Accelerator for America, and I am involved with a variety of other national organizations. I also volunteer when I can with groups that serve those of need in Lansing.
My process for decision-making is to hear the thoughts and opinions of all parties, then do what is best for Lansing. There are always people on both sides of an issue. Everyone has an agenda on behalf of something important to them. I strive to hear all opinions of all sides, and to listen to all proposals and pitches for issues that people believe are important for the City of Lansing. Then, after hearing all the information, I make the decision to move forward in a way that I believe is best for the City. I hear from citizens through a variety of sources - at their doors, at neighborhood meetings, at constituency group meetings, during town halls, at public comment during City Council meetings, via email and social media, and even just running into folks when shopping or during my daily routine in Lansing. I value citizen input and make the best decisions that I can for the citizens as the Mayor of Lansing.
