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City Council
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Kenneth A. Poynter, Mayor (1997 - 2011)
- Elected November 6, 2007
- Term expires November 14, 2011
- Parents moved to Gratiot Township (now Harper Woods) in 1940
- Harper Woods High School Graduate
- College degrees from Valparaiso University, Purdue University, and Wayne State University
- Harper Woods School Board member, 1982-97 (was either President or Vice-President for 11 years)
- Harper Woods Mayor since 1997
- Currently employed full-time in public school education (over 40 years)
Quote: "It is an honor and privilege to serve you and our community. I appreciate the trust and support that you have given me over the years and I hope to always be able to provide you with dedicated, experienced leadership that is approachable, responsible, innovative and accountable."
Contact Mayor Poynter at admin@harperwoodsmi.net .
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Vivian M. Sawicki
City Councilwoman
Elected November 8, 2005
Term Expires November 12, 2013
Contact Councilwoman Sawicki at vmsawicki@hotmail.com
Biographical Sketch:
- Married 25 years to Michael, three children
- Harper Woods resident/homeownver since 1987
- Full-time teacher and forensics team coach, Regina High School
- Former girl scout leader at Beacon School and Tyrone School for 9 years
- Substitute teacher Harper Woods School District
- As a City Council member for Harper Woods, Mrs. Sawicki also serves on the Board/Commissions Nominating Committee, Ordinance Committee and the Beautification Commission and was our city representative to the Grosse Pointe-HarperWoods Futuring Committee.
- Mrs. Sawicki is very proud of the work she has been involved in to improve our community, most notably in promoting safe and upgraded playground equipment in our parks; improving the city's infrastructure in roads, sewers and sidewalks; and providing excellent city services in an ever tightening economy.
Quote: "I am honored to serve the City of Harper Woods as a councilwoman. Thank you for the opportunity and trust you have given to me to carry your concerns to the Council and get things done for this fine community. I hope to keep your faith and continue to serve the people of Harper Woods as we face the challenges of the future." |
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| John M. Szymanski
Mayor Pro tem
Elected November 12, 2013
Term Expires November 3, 2009
Contact Councilman Szymanski at jszymanski92953@aol.com
Biographical Sketch:
- Married for over 26 years with two children.
- City resident for 24 years.
- Three term elected Council member, including term as Mayor Pro tem
- Degreed Account with certification employed as Dir. of Payroll Operations for Wayne County
- Former P.T.O. school board member who has served on numerous and varied Harper Woods City Boards and Committees.
- Strong on budget and Police issues.
Quote: "I want for Harper Woods residents, a community where they can shop in neighborhood stores, have children play in well-tended parks and attend high-quality neighborhood schools." |
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Cheryl A. Costantino
City Councilwoman
Elected November 6, 2007
Term Expires November 7, 2011 |
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Michael P. Monaghan
Council Member
Elected November 6, 2007
Term Expires November 7, 2011 |
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Hugh R. Marshall
Council Member
Elected November 6, 2007
Term Expires November 7, 2011 |
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Daniel S. Palmer
Council Member
Elected November 8, 2005
Term Expires November 12, 2013
Contact Dan at danp313@gmail.com
- City resident/homeowner since 1997
- Married 15 years to Bonnie with four children
- Education: Northwestern University; University of Michigan; Wayne State Law School
- Licensed Attorney since 1990
- Former Cub Scout Leader
- Former Coach - Harper Woods Little League/Parks and Recreation
- Conducted free legal seminars at Harper Woods Library
- Harper Woods City Councilman since 2001
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City Council Agenda's
* To obtain copies of City Council Agenda's or subscribe to receiving them, send a request admin@harperwoodsmi.net
City Council Minutes
* To obtain City Council minutes via e-mail, please request at hwclerk@comcast.net.
* 2009
* 2008
* 2005-07
* 2000-04
City Council Salary
* City Council's salary is recommended by the Local Officers Compensation Commission. For a copy of the minutes where they recommend salary levels, click here.
* Click here to see the ordinance establishing the Local Officers Compensation Commission, and their responsibilities.
City Council Links
* 8 Mile Blvd. Association
* Michigan Municipal League
* National League of Cities
* Southeast Council of Governments
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