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Terry earned a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the University of Illinois.

Terry currently works as a designated parachute rigger examiner (DPRE). He previously worked as a research scientist and senior analytical scientist for Pfizer. 

Staff Directory • Terry R. Urban

Terry is currently a council member on the Portage City Council. He was first elected in 1997.

As of August 14, 2025, Terry R, Urban did not have a website or any information online.

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Believes Portage may need to independently maintain home purchase and housing rehabilitation programs due to potential federal program cuts for low-income housing.

- Believes Portage may need to independently maintain home purchase and housing rehabilitation programs due to potential federal program cuts for low-income housing.

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Terry R, Urban

Terry is currently a council member on the Portage City Council. He was first elected in 1997 and is currently serving his fifth term.

- 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.