David McDermott

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David McDermott has a bachelor of arts in business with a minor in innovation and problem solving from the State University of New York, College at Buffalo. He lives with his wife, Sara, and their three children in Fenton.

David is a sales operations professional at US Legal Support. He previously spent over 20 years in private industry, where he focused on the growth of multi-million dollar businesses, successfully rebuilt programs, managed high-performing teams, and led the launch of global projects.

David is currently a Fenton City Councilman. He was first elected in 2013 and is currently serving his fourth term.

Supports prioritizing economic development and engaging with regional organizations to identify business prospects.

Economy

Supports leveraging community benefits like affordable housing, good cost of living, excellent schools, and community activities to enhance industrial parks.

Housing & Urban Development

Plans to work with schools and the city to implement a parent education program to address increased youth drug use.

Public Safety

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

Healthcare

Believes the "biggest opportunity to improve quality of life in Fenton is to build a more engaged community."

Supports monthly work sessions to review pending issues and allow residents to voice their opinions.

Public Services

Energy & the Environment

Believes the city's roads, water, and sewer systems need urgent repairs.

Plans to address the deteriorating roads and infrastructure.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Tracy Bottecelli is from Fenton, Michigan. She has a bachelor of arts in history from Alma College. She has three adult children.

Tracy is a retired estate planning and trust administration professional. She spent 25 years in the field, focusing on probate matters. Tracy also set up the Investment and Trust Services department at The State Bank in the 1990s, where she served as vice president.

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Tracy is currently a Fenton City Council member. She was first elected in 2017 and is currently serving her second term. In addition to her role on the council, Tracy is also serving on the Municipal Finance and Taxation Committee of the Michigan Municipal League.

Plans to advocate for regular reviews of the assessment process and ensure that residents have access to information about how their property taxes are calculated.

Believes over 50% of the general fund is allocated to police, fire, and public safety.

As of August 14, 2025, Tracy A. Bottecelli did not have a website or any information online.

Plans to work on funding for repairing roads and infrastructure.

- 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.