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Former Ypsilanti Mayor and City Councilman Pete Murdock has announced his candidacy for the City Council position, currently held by Brian Filipiak, representing Ward 3. Filipiak has announced he will not seek a third term on Council. Murdock said during the Stop City Income Tax Campaign, "it became clear that a large majority of city residents feel alienated from City Government and that City Government is out of touch with them and their daily lives. Murdock was a leader in building the coalition that saw the proposed city income tax defeated last November. "We need to restore trust and confidence in our elected officials and government," Murdock said. "I am running for City Council because I believe I can bring the kind of experience, knowledge and common sense approach that will be of great value in guiding our community through these most difficult times." Murdock served four terms on City Council, followed by three terms as mayor in the 1970s and 1980s. He has also served on a multitude of local governmental boards and commissions during his 40-year residency in the city. Prior to his retirement, Murdock spent 16 years working with nonprofit recycling organizations. He is married to longtime activist Grace Sweeney. |
