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Aidan earned a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from Oakland University.

Candidate Interview: Aidan O’Rourke for Clawson City Council

Aidan O'Rourke's run for Clawson City Council is his first bid for public office.

Wants to "expand and diversify our tax base by supporting thoughtful downtown growth so our residents aren’t carrying the full weight alone."

- Wants to "expand and diversify our tax base by supporting thoughtful downtown growth so our residents aren’t carrying the full weight alone."

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Wants to update zoning ordinances and development standards to reflect Clawson’s current needs and future growth.

- Wants to update zoning ordinances and development standards to reflect Clawson’s current needs and future growth.

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As of August 12, 2025, Aidan O'Rourke did not have a website or any information online.

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- 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.