Jessica is from northern Michigan. She has a bachelor of business administration from Northwood University and a master of public policy from the University of Michigan's Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy.

Jessica works as the Managing Director of Medicare Strategy and Development at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.

Candidate Interview: Jessica Clauser for Rochester City Council ...

Jessica's campaign for Rochester City Council Member is her first entry into politics. She is currently a member of the Rochester Planning Commission and the Rochester City Beautiful Commission. 

Supports strategic investments that balance current needs with future sustainability - without raising taxes.

Prioritizes maintaining Rochester's AAA bond rating through responsible budgeting and debt management.

Supports community input and transparency in major financial decisions, especially those affecting infrastructure and development.

Supports long-range planning that aligns financial resources with Rochester's vision for growth, sustainability, and quality of life.

Supports initiatives that aim to help small businesses and entrepreneurs succeed, particularly those that are eco-conscious and family-oriented.

- Supports strategic investments that balance current needs with future sustainability - without raising taxes.
- Prioritizes maintaining Rochester's AAA bond rating through responsible budgeting and debt management.
- Supports community input and transparency in major financial decisions, especially those affecting infrastructure and development.
- Supports long-range planning that aligns financial resources with Rochester's vision for growth, sustainability, and quality of life.
- Supports initiatives that aim to help small businesses and entrepreneurs succeed, particularly those that are eco-conscious and family-oriented.

Economy

Advocates for land use and zoning that balances growth with green space and historic preservation.

Supports incorporating design standards into zoning ordinances to ensure new construction and renovations complement Rochester's historic charm and support a cohesive business district.

- Advocates for land use and zoning that balances growth with green space and historic preservation.
- Supports incorporating design standards into zoning ordinances to ensure new construction and renovations complement Rochester's historic charm and support a cohesive business district.

Housing & Urban Development

Supports promoting active living, ensuring public safety, and preserving parks and trails.

- Supports promoting active living, ensuring public safety, and preserving parks and trails.

Public Safety

As of August 13, 2025, Jessica Clauser’s website did not contain information on this issue.

Healthcare

Supports expanding programs, resources, and activities for youth, seniors, and working families.

Supports promoting active living initiatives, safe pedestrian and bike routes, and preserving parks and trails to enhance community health and wellness.

- Supports expanding programs, resources, and activities for youth, seniors, and working families.
- Supports promoting active living initiatives, safe pedestrian and bike routes, and preserving parks and trails to enhance community health and wellness.

Public Services

Supports sustainable landscaping practices, such as using native plants and trees, installing permeable pavement, and planting pollinator gardens.

Supports integrating environmental standards into zoning ordinances to encourage green infrastructure, sustainable materials, and thoughtful site planning.

- Supports sustainable landscaping practices, such as using native plants and trees, installing permeable pavement, and planting pollinator gardens.
- Supports integrating environmental standards into zoning ordinances to encourage green infrastructure, sustainable materials, and thoughtful site planning.

Energy & the Environment

Supports safe pedestrian and bike routes, and preserving parks and trails.

- Supports safe pedestrian and bike routes, and preserving parks and trails.

Transportation & Infrastructure

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Jessica Clauser

Jessica's campaign for Rochester City Council Member is her first entry into politics. She is currently a member of the Rochester Planning Commission and the City Beautiful Commission. She was appointed to the Planning Commission by the previous mayor and approved by City Council. 

Advocates for responsible land use and zoning that balances growth with green space and historic preservation.

Supports incorporating design standards into zoning ordinances to ensure new construction and renovations complement Rochester's historic charm.

Supports initiatives that make it easier for small businesses and entrepreneurs to thrive.

Supports local-first actions and events that drive foot traffic and tourism downtown, while preserving affordability for long-standing businesses.

As of August 13, 2025, Jessica Clauser did not have a website or any information online.

Supports active living initiatives, safe pedestrian and bike routes, and preserving parks and trails to promote community health and wellness.

Supports sustainable building practices, including the use of permeable pavement and native landscaping.

- 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.