Clawson Appoints Richard Scott to Fill City Council Vacancy ...

Richard Scott has a bachelor of business administration from Walsh College in Troy.

Richard is an IT director. He worked at the Detroit Institute of Arts for over 8 years. Before that, he was a foreman at a cabinet shop for 11 years.

Interviews for open seat on Clawson City Council held June 30

Richard Scott's campaign for Clawson City Council Member is his first run for elected office. He was appointed to the Clawson City Council on July 10, 2025, to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Matt Binkowski. He is anticipated to serve until November 15, 2027.

As of August 12, 2025, Richard Scott did not have a website or any information online.

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Richard Scott's campaign for Clawson City Council Member is his first entry into politics. He was appointed to the Clawson City Council on July 10, 2025, to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Matt Binkowski. He is anticipated to serve until November 15, 2027.

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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.

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.
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- Terms for city council members often last two or four years, depending on the city.