PONTIAC TRANSITION COMMITTEE
mayor-elect mike mcguinness
Angela Powell serves as our Oakland County Commissioner, she’s dedicated to delivering meaningful investments and opportunities for Pontiac and its residents. She played a leading role in creating a new Oakland County park in Pontiac, expanding recreation access and strengthening neighborhood quality of life. Commissioner Powell also helped secure $300 million to revitalize downtown Pontiac—bringing in more than 800 new county employees and anchoring a major economic boost for the community. Known for her collaborative approach and unwavering commitment to equity, Commissioner Powell works every day to expand opportunity, uplift local families, and ensure Pontiac has a strong voice in county government.
Pontiac Transition Committee Members
These working groups will bring together a diverse group of subject matter experts, community leaders, and civic stakeholders who will contribute their expertise, perspectives, and insights to ensure a rigorous and inclusive process for shaping the Pontiac’s policy agenda.
Sarah Acosta Ahmad
Uplifting Overlooked Voices
Pam Alexander
Prioritizing Children & Families
Kirk Bagg
Building City Facilities Wisely
Jermaine Branner
Workforce Opportunities
Kenneth Burch, Sr.
Making Sound Legal Decisions
Erin Casey
Engaging Strategic Partners
Emily Cunningham
Pursuing a Greener City
Jo Darby
Communicating Creatively with All
Rick David
Boosting Historic Tourism
Joy Dockham
Growing Homeownership
Deborah Findley
Strengthening Senior Services
Dr. Michael Hansen
Building Economic Vitality
Sherikia Hawkins
Hitting the Ground Running
Professor Kellie Hay
University Collaborations
Pastor Roger Jackson
Engaging Faith Leaders
Pastor Dustin McClellan
Long-Term Strategic Moves
James McQueen
Appointing Boards Swiftly
Andy Meisner
Financing Municipal Needs
Coco Moulder
Promising Future Careers
Steve Norris
Protecting Vulnerable Neighbors
Damon Odneal
Innovating Recreation Options
Tamara Orza-Ramos
Neighborhood Infrastructure
Ivan Quinones II
Activating our Artistic Scene
Richard T. Seay
All Generations Shaping our City
Lakalia Tademy
Nurturing Young Talent
Ahmad Taylor
Turbocharging New Housing
Sennel Threlkeld
Safer Neighborhoods
Tim Travis
Enhancing Pontiac's Beauty
Jaymes Vettraino
Smart Organizational Moves
Renee Voit-Porath
Coordinating Volunteer Efforts