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Tony Iannelli is from Chelsea, Michigan. He has a bachelor of science from Western Michigan University. He lives with his wife, Dawn, and their 2 children and 2 step-children. He serves as chairman of the Western Washtenaw Recycling Authority and the Chelsea's Sustainability Committee. He is also the Chelsea Human Rights Commission City liaison. 

Tony is a supply chain specialist at Consumers Energy. 

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Tony currently serves as a Chelsea City Council member. He was first elected in 2017 and is serving his second term. 

As of August 14, 2025, Tony Iannelli did not have a website or any information online.

Economy

Supports the Planning Commission's master plan to create more affordable housing in Chelsea, including for service sector workers.

Supports the annexing agreement with Lima Township for the future Wolf development.

Supported the annexing agreement with Lima Township for the future Wolf development.

Prioritizes "responsible growth and infrastructure."

Prioritizes responsible growth and infrastructure.

- Supports the Planning Commission's master plan to create more affordable housing in Chelsea, including for service sector workers.
- Supported the annexing agreement with Lima Township for the future Wolf development.
- Prioritizes responsible growth and infrastructure.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports a Chelsea Police Department strategic planning process with resident input to establish measurable goals for enhancing community safety and policing integrity.

Supports a Chelsea Police Department planning process with resident input to establish measurable goals for enhancing community safety and policing integrity.

- Supports a Chelsea Police Department planning process with resident input to establish measurable goals for enhancing community safety and policing integrity.

Public Safety

Healthcare

Supports purchasing property adjacent to city limits for future park, greenspace, or community center.

Supports purchasing property adjacent to city limits for a future park, greenspace, or community center.

Plans to focus on civility, cooperation, and community.

- Supports purchasing property adjacent to city limits for a future park, greenspace, or community center.
- Plans to focus on civility, cooperation, and community.

Public Services

Energy & the Environment

Supported acquiring city rights to Old U.S. Highway 12 from the county.

Supported the approval of the B2B trail connector through Chelsea.

- Supported acquiring city rights to Old U.S. Highway 12 from the county.
- Supported the approval of the B2B trail connector through Chelsea.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Tony Iannelli

Tony Iannelli is from Chelsea, Michigan. He has a bachelor of science from Western Michigan University. He lives with his wife, Dawn, and their two children and two step-children.

Tony is currently a Chelsea City Council member. He was first elected in 2017 and is currently serving his second term. 

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Felix Stump Announces Candidacy for Chelsea City Council ...

Felix earned a bachelor's degree from Wittenberg University. He and his family live in Chelsea and attend the Chelsea United Methodist Church.

Felix works as a senior program director at Maximus Federal Services, a contractor for the U.S. government that focuses on Civilian and Health and Human Services programs.

Felix Stump's campaign for Chelsea City Council Member is his first entry into politics.

Plans to address housing costs, utility rates, and tax burdens to support working families, seniors, and young residents.

- Plans to address housing costs, utility rates, and tax burdens to support working families, seniors, and young residents.

As of August 14, 2025, Felix Stump’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes in prioritizing the selection of a qualified, committed leader who will serve Chelsea with care and consistency.

Believes in prioritizing the selection of a qualified, committed City Manager who will serve Chelsea with care and consistency.

- Believes in prioritizing the selection of a qualified, committed City Manager who will serve Chelsea with care and consistency.

Wants to improve walkability and safety at crosswalks and intersections.

- Wants to improve walkability and safety at crosswalks and intersections.

Felix Stump

Felix Stump and his family live in Chelsea. He attends the Chelsea United Methodist Church.

Felix is a public administrator. He worked in the federal government for over 20 years, focusing on workforce planning and hiring. 

As of August 14, 2025, Felix Stump did not have a website or any information online.

Plans to improve walkability by making streets safer and more accessible for residents of all ages and abilities.

Sam Angus Announces Candidacy for Chelsea City Council ...

Sam Angus holds a bachelor's degree in international relations from Michigan State University, a law degree from the University of Michigan, and a master's degree in political science from the University of California at Berkeley. He is a member of the Chelsea Parks and Recreation Commission, Chelsea Area Friends for Recreation, and The Community Center Task Force among other organizations. 

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Sam is an attorney. He works as a part-time instructor at DeVry University. He previously worked as a graduate student instructor at the University of California at Berkeley. 

Sam is currently serves as a member of the Chelsea Parks and Recreation Commission. He was appointed in 2016.

As of August 14, 2025, Sam Angus’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Believes partnerships between the city, school district, local non-profits, businesses, and citizens are essential for community development.

- Believes partnerships between the city, school district, local non-profits, businesses, and citizens are essential for community development.

Sam Angus

Sam is an attorney. He practiced law at a private firm. He also taught political science at the college level. Additionally, he worked with community-focused nonprofits in other places.

Sam is currently a member of the Chelsea Parks and Recreation Commission. He has served on the commission since 2016 and is the longest-serving member. Sam's campaign for Chelsea City Council Member is his first entry into politics.

As of August 14, 2025, Sam Angus did not have a website or any information online.

Sam is an attorney. He practiced law before teaching political science at the college level. He also worked with community-focused nonprofits in other places. 

Sam's campaign for Chelsea City Council Member is his first entry into politics. He has served on the Chelsea Parks and Recreation Commission since 2016.

Believes community work in Chelsea has best prepared him to serve on City Council.

Supports advocating for mental health resources.

Julianne Chard and Bill O'Reilly Announce Bids for Chelsea Mayor ...

William O'Reilly lives in Chelsea. He is married to his wife, Becky. He previously served as secretary and vice president of the city's Downtown Development Authority, and as president of the Chelsea Area Historical Society.

Bill previously served as the executive director of the Chelsea Senior Center. 

Bill's campaign for Chelsea City Council member is his first entry into politics. He served as secretary and vice president of the city's Downtown Development Authority. 

As of August 14, 2025, William (Bill) O'Reilly did not have a website or any information online.

Four Candidates Outline Priorities in Chelsea City Council Forum, The Sun Times News

Supports hiring a city manager to oversee public services.

Plans to prioritize restoring stability in city administration. 

- Plans to prioritize restoring stability in city administration. 

Advocated for efficiency in city operations to ensure resources are available for road repairs and other priorities.

- Advocated for efficiency in city operations to ensure resources are available for road repairs and other priorities.

William (Bill) O'Reilly

William O'Reilly moved to Chelsea with his wife, Becky, more than a decade ago.

Bill is the president of the Chelsea Area Historical Society. He previously served as the executive director of the Chelsea Senior Center for over five years. He also served on the Chelsea Downtown Development Authority for several years, including as vice president.

William O'Reilly's campaign for Chelsea City Council Member is his first entry into politics. He was appointed to the city's Downtown Development Authority from 2016-2021, where he served as its secretary and then vice president. 

As of August 14, 2025, William O'reilly did not have a website or any information online.

William O'reilly

Said, "With a combined background spanning decades in management, budgeting, and customer service, Chard and O'Reilly say their approach centers on restoring civility in public life, rebuilding trust across political divides, and delivering results that improve life for Chelsea residents."

As executive director of the Chelsea Senior Center, strengthened its regional presence and was recognized as a model for senior centers across the county.

- City council members in Michigan help make city-level laws, approve budgets, and oversee city services to serve the community’s needs. 
- Council members attend regular meetings, listen to public concerns, and vote on city issues like zoning, public safety, and spending. They also appoint and direct officials, like the city manager.
- City council members may be elected in partisan elections or nonpartisan elections, depending on the city. They may represent either the whole city or residents of a specific district. 
- Terms for city council members often last two or four years, depending on the city.