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Battle Creek City Commissioners serve two-year terms. Each November, the Mayor and Vice Mayor are selected by their fellow commissioners to serve one-year terms. The next election of the City Commission will be held in November 2011. The Commission includes five Ward commissioners, representing specific wards within the City and four at-large commissioners. Click on the following for individual contact information:

Mayor Susan Baldwin (At-Large)
Vice Mayor Elizabeth Fulton (Ward 4)
Commissioner Mary Lou Ramon (Ward 1)
Commissioner Lynn Ward Gray (Ward 2)
Commissioner Sherry Sofia (Ward 3)
Commissioner Jeff Domenico (Ward 5)
Commissioner Andy Helmboldt (At-Large)
Commissioner David Walters (At-Large)
Commissioner Mark Behnke (At-Large)

Mayor Susan Baldwin
Mayor Susan Baldwin
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Mayor Baldwin
"I want to help build Battle Creek into the best community it can be. By focusing on our strengths, we can stimulate economic development, enhance our many diverse neighborhoods, enrich our downtown, and provide opportunities for all residents. 
I am honored to serve as a City Commissioner."

Baldwin Consulting

Phone
:  269-963-6901

Fax:  269-965-6387

 

 Vice Mayor Elizabeth Fulton
Vice Mayor Elizabeth Fulton
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Vice Mayor Fulton

"I will take a constant and principled approach when representing you in an ever-changing world. I am excited to bring the values of common-sense, hardworking citizens like you to Battle Creek's City Commission. Supporting the small business sector along with our educational facilities will help strengthen Battle Creek's economic growth and neighborhoods."

Phone: 269-420-8714

 

Commissioner Mary Lou Ramon
Commissioner Mary Lou Ramon
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Commissioner Mary Lou Ramon

“I am honored to have been chosen to represent the residents of Ward 1 and be the voice of the people. As your commissioner I will be mindful of your concerns and, to the extent that it is possible, will endeavor to lower the cost of living for the residents of Battle Creek as well as work to make it easier to establish businesses, both large and small, here.”

Phone:  269-963-5101 

 

Commissioner Lynn Ward Gray
Commissioner Lynn Ward Gray
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Commissioner Gray

“As a Battle Creek native, I am deeply rooted in seeing that it succeeds. Working together, we can ensure all residents, especially our youth, have a voice and a seat at the table of city government, building relationships as we go. I will strive to be informed on the issues, mindful and responsible with our resources, engaged at the grassroots level, responsive to the concerns brought before me, and to always remember to give thanks for the opportunity to serve you on the City Commission.”

Phone:  269-830-2456
 

 

 Commissioner Sherry Sofia
Commissioner Sherry Sofia
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Commissioner Sofia
"We need to work together to address the challenges faced by our city.  I am honored to serve the residents of Ward 3 as their City Commissioner and look forward to working to move our entire community forward."

Phone: 269-969-9725

 

Commissioner Jeff Domenico

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"It is my privilege to serve the residents of Ward 5 and our entire city.  As City Commissioner, I promise to work hard to bring this city back together.  In particular, I will focus on growing our local economy, improving public safety and leveraging the downtown revitalization effort for the benefit of all residents.  Battle Creek has a tremendous pool of talented and committed citizens.  Working together, we can reclaim our rightful place as one of the best places to live in Michigan."

Phone:  269-339-1868

 

Commissioner Dave Walters

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"Serving on the Battle Creek City Commission is an honor and a privilege. Being proud of Battle Creek makes me want to help strengthen the City and provide a voice for the people that live, work, and visit here.  Let's continue to work together to make Battle Creek a place where folks can live long and prosper by maintaining a safe, neighborly, and business-friendly atmosphere."

Phone:   269-209-0626

 

 Commissioner Andy Helmboldt
Commissioner Andy Helmboldt
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Commissioner Helmboldt

"Thank you to the residents of Battle Creek for placing your trust in me – I am truly honored. I hope to work with you and city staff to create a Battle Creek we can all be proud to call home."

Phone: : 269-660-9659

 

Commissioner Mark Behnke
Commissioner Mark Behnke
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Commissioner Behnke

"I want municipal government to be as efficient, creative, and dynamic as that in private business. Everyday we search for ways to be more accountable and accessible to our customers, the taxpayers."

Phone:  269-962-4231

Fax:  269-966-5707

Voice Mailbox:  269-441-7513
 

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