City of Traverse City
City Commission Candidates

Amy Shamroe

Book Awards Director, Jenkins Group

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amyshamroe@gmail.com

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About the Candidate:

I am a lifelong resident of the area and care deeply about Traverse City. As a commissioner for eight years I have worked hard to keep Traverse City the beautiful place it is while also giving it a future. I hope to continue that work as Mayor in November.

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Education/Experience:

BA, International Relations, Michigan State University

Eight Years on City Commission, Six as Mayor Pro-Tem

Eight Years on TC Light and Power Board
 

Are you a member of the Grand Traverse Democratic Party?’

Yes

If so, for how long?

8 years at least.

Why are you running for office?

I am running for Mayor because I think the City Commission needs to ensure every voice is heard- on the dais and in the public. As someone born and raised here, I think Traverse City has become a vital, progressive town, but we have to ensure we are doing it sustainably and making decisions for today and the future.

How do you represent the core values of the Democratic Party?

I am a strong proponent for sustainable environmental stewardship supporting Green Energy goals both as a City Commissioner and Light & Power board member. In Traverse City we have an actual vote of the people supporting equal rights for LGBTQIA+ people and I proudly stand by that and want Traverse City to be seen as a safe place for all people to live, work, and thrive. I support women's reproductive freedom- though it is not usually a City issue, it is something I will always stand for. At the end of the day, I find Democratic Party values to be the values for best governance in a country created to give equal opportunities to all.

Do you have specific issues that the city faces that you would like to find solutions for?

Housing is a huge issue everywhere and Traverse City is no exception. While there is no one policy that will solve the problem here, I want us to pursue all avenues that will continue to make Traverse City a great place to work, raise a family, retire to, and live for everyone.

We also must never lose sight of the importance of our natural resources. In addition to the Green Energy goals set by the City and Light & Power, I am excited for the new path forward presented by the Climate Action Plan Light & Power is wrapping up this year. We will be able to use it as a guiding document at the City as well.

We also need to focus on the nuts and bolts of the City. We have a lot of retirements coming up so good pay and labor practices need to be at the heart of that process to ensure Traverse City continues to have the best, most professional, and dedicated employees to advise and enact all of the Commission's policies.

Of those issues, what is the main issue that you want to champion or fix?

Watch a Commission meeting and you will see there is no one issue we can focus on. The reality is all of the issues I mentioned- and so many more- will be on the agenda frequently for the next Commission. We will have to work together on solutions (probably multiple solutions for some issues) and if I am elected mayor I will lead those discussions with fairness and an open mind.

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