Oakland County Commissioner Race Profile: Michelle C. McClellan

Michelle C. McClellan, a Oxford resident is running for Oakland County Commissioner District 3.

Age: 47
Party affiliation: Democratic Party
Family:Husband, Tom. Son, Liam age 16. Son, Wesley age 14
Occupation:Massage Coordinator at Beaumont Health for 10 years
Previous elected experience:Appointed to Village Of Oxford planning commission
Family members in government:No
Campaign website: Michelle McClellan for County Commissioner District 3 facebook page

The single most pressing issue facing our state is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.
Healthcare is of dire importance. Keeping the county government focused on the health and well being it's residents will be one of my greatest focuses. I will work with county and other health officials to determine the best course of action to determine what residents need and how to get it to them. Reaching out to constituents who don't have internet will be of utmost importance.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I believe our idea of community outreach is a bit different. I would use community outreach to see if our citizens feel safe in their homes, do they have healthcare they need, are they concerned about schools. The other candidate is concerned about budget and fiscal policies, while he states he is about facts and logic (as am I) we need to remember that there are people to think of and not just money.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
I have worked in a leadership role for almost 20 years, in some capacity. I have also helped in extracurricular areas where I am working with all sorts of people in a diplomatic way.

What steps should state government take to bolster economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic for local businesses?
The state needs to support local business grants or loans. Supplying PPE if needed so that business are serving the public safely

How will you address the calls for racial justice and police reform?
Racial justice needs to start with real conversations. We need to ask "why are we still dealing with racism?". Programs need to be implemented in schools and in the police departments. Police reform needs to come from a reevaluation of the police officers role, getting back to protect and serve the people. Police should be our guardians not our rulers.

List other issues that define your campaign platform:
Water safety and education are also very important to my campaign. Waterways and drinking water should be a no brainer, speaking with local safe water organizations and professionals we can get to a place where there is no need for residents to worry about what is in the water they drink or use for fishing and recreation. We need to get a more equitable educational system so parents don't feel like they need to take their children out of a "bad" school district, putting them in a "good" school district. This breaks down community.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
I get along well with people. I am diplomatic in my decisions and dealings with people. If I feel strongly about something I will fight for a resolution that meets my beliefs.