2025 Michigan General Election

Sandra Cavataio

Buket Urgen

Village of Grosse Pointe Shores, MI

Sandra Cavataio has a bachelor\u2019s degree in business administration and a master\u2019s degree in business administration from the University of Michigan. She has four children and enjoys traveling and playing tennis.

Sandra is a business consultant. She previously worked at International Paper, Martin Marietta, General Motors, and PHCN.

Grosse Pointe Shores repeals ban on pit bulls

Pit bull ban rescinded in Grosse Pointe Shores

Sandra is currently a Grosse Pointe Shores City Council Member. She began serving in 2020 and is currently in her first term. 

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

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

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