News Summary
Novi will hold its city council elections on November 4, with seven candidates vying for three seats. The elections coincide with a significant public safety bond proposal on the ballot. The primary election on August 5 will focus solely on this bond, aimed at funding the modernization of outdated city facilities, while voters will select council members in the general election. Current Mayor Justin Fischer runs unopposed for re-election, adding to the competitive atmosphere of the upcoming elections.
Novi will see a competitive election on November 4, 2025, as seven candidates vie for three seats on the City Council. The city council elections, which are held every four years, are non-partisan and will also coincide with a significant public safety bond proposal on the ballot.
The candidates for the city council are: Joe Bertera, Toby Brazwell, Jonathan Gold, incumbent Priya Gurumurthy, Aaron Martinez, Ed Roney, and incumbent Brian Smith. The election will allow voters to choose three out of these seven candidates to serve on the council. The deadline for candidates to withdraw from the race is April 25, 2025, and thus far, all candidates are confirmed to be on the ballot.
The primary election, scheduled for August 5, 2025, will feature only one issue: the $120 million public safety bond proposal. This proposal seeks funding for modernization efforts concerning the city’s outdated police and fire facilities, which were constructed in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Should the proposal pass, the bond will cover demolitions and the construction of updated facilities.
The funding mechanism for the public safety bond is derived from a previous voter-approved 1-mill measure, expected to raise approximately $120 million over the span of 25 years. Homeowners can anticipate an estimated cost of around $150 annually based on a home value of $300,000. The primary election is necessary as the number of candidates exceeds three times the number of available seats on the council.
In addition to the city council election, current Mayor Justin Fischer is running unopposed for reelection to a two-year term. Fischer previously appointed Priya Gurumurthy to her council seat, filling the vacancy after he ascended to the mayoral position. Notably, Aaron Martinez has political experience, having previously challenged Fischer for the mayoral spot during the 2023 election.
The current city council consists of a combination of incumbents and newcomers, with Gurumurthy and Smith seeking to retain their seats. The additional candidates—Bertera, Brazwell, Gold, and Roney—represent fresh faces in this term’s election, each aiming to bring their perspectives and vision to the council.
The primary election will focus solely on the public safety bond proposal, with no candidates appearing on the ballot for this stage. Voter engagement is crucial, and residents are encouraged to participate actively in the upcoming elections, understanding the implications of both the city council composition and the public safety funding proposal.
For detailed information concerning the candidates and election issues, Novi residents are advised to consult the Oakland County Clerk’s Election Page as well as the State of Michigan Election Page. Additionally, interviews with the candidates will be uploaded frequently until Election Day, providing voters with insights into each candidate’s platform and proposals.
In summary, the crowded field of candidates and the critical public safety proposal present a significant electoral moment for the city of Novi. All eyes will be on the results of the election in November as the community decides on its leadership and the future of public safety infrastructure.
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Additional Resources
- Oakland County115: Candidate Interview – Priya Gurumurthy for Novi City Council
- Hometown Life: Seven Candidates Seek Three Novi City Council Seats
- Detroit Free Press: Oakland-Macomb Primary Election Results
- Detroit News: Oakland County Primary Election 2025
- CBS News: 2025 Michigan Primary Election Results Live Counts
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