Clawson Seeks Applications for Council Seat Following Resignation

(Oakland County Times, April 8, 2026)

Clawson, MI -City of Clawson has announced they are seeking applications for residents interested in serving on City Council following the resignation of Heather Rinkevich.

City Council will review applications and conduct interviews. The selected appointee will be expected to serve until the next Regular City Election November 2, 2027, at which election a successor shall be elected for the unexpired term of the person whose office the vacancy occurs as stated in the Clawson Charter Sec.4.29.

Filing Requirements (for all candidates) – as set by the Clawson City Charter (Chapter 4 Section 4.01 and 4.31) as follows:

1. A citizen of the United States

2. A Registered elector in the City of Clawson

3. At least 21 years of age

4. A resident of the City of Clawson for at least one (1) year

5. Not in default to the city

Application forms are available at the City Clerk’s Office, 425 N. Main St., Clawson, MI 48017, or by contacting the City Clerk at 248-435-4500 x118, or via e-mail at cityclerk@cityofclawson.com.

Applications are due at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. Applications will be reviewed and interviews will be conducted with the City Council prior to the Council making an appointment to fill the position.

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