Michael Ramsey

Michael Ramsey is a Ward III Commissioner for the City of Muskegon.

Mission

As a member of the City Commission, Michael sees his objective as ensuring that all residents have an opportunity to take an active role in Muskegon’s momentum. He sees his role as an intentional facilitator for inclusive decision making.

Priorities

Michael will empower Ward III’s voice within the government; develop strategies to cultivate, recruit, and retain new and diverse leadership; and ensure that as the community continues to encourage and celebrate Muskegon’s economic expansion, those that have been engaged physically, financially, and emotionally for generations are not excluded.

Goals

In order to recognize opportunities within the City, Michael believes it is essential to include voices from all members of the community. He plans to engage and involve the residents of Ward III to ensure that they are a part of all discussions and have an active role in guiding the course. When this is done together, then the solutions that result in positive outcomes for all are achievable.

 

Community Involvement

  • Muskegon Civic Theater
    Board of Directors: June 2019 – Present
  • The Salvation Army
    Advisory Board: February 2019 – Present
  • The Greater Muskegon Jaycees
    Board of Directors, Management Director: November 2017 – December 2018
  • SnowFest Committee
    Co-Chair: 2017, 2018
    General Membership: August 2016 – Present
  • Muskegon County Homeless Continuum of Care Network
    Membership Committee Chair: January 2018 – January 2020
  • Coordinated Entry System
    Committee Chair: January 2018 – January 2020
    Outreach Committee Chair: January 2014 – January 2020
  • Lakeshore Art Festival
    Volunteer Director: November 2014 – Present
  • The Future 15 Emerging Leaders Under 40
    Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce Award Recipient: June 2017
  • United Way of the Lakeshore Community Impact Award
    Muskegon County Award Recipient: April 2017
  • Nelson Neighborhood Improvement Association
    Board of Directors, Membership & Hospitality Committee Co-Chair: January 2016 – January 2017
  • Muskegon STAR!
    Star Certified December of 2015

City of Muskegon City Commissioner Michael Ramsey can be reached at michael.ramsey@shorelinecity.com.

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