City of Saginaw City Council Forum
When: Saturday, October 17, 2026
@ 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Where: Castle Museum of Saginaw County History
500 Federal Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48607
Who: All are welcome, but seating is limited.
Five seats on Saginaw's nine-member City Council are on the November 3 ballot, and 12 candidates are running. Come hear from them directly, in their own words, before you vote.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
- Location: Castle Museum of Saginaw County History, 500 Federal Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48607
- Seating: Limited. All are welcome.
- Cost: Free and open to the public
- Hosted by: League of Women Voters of Saginaw County
Who's on the Ballot
City Council races are nonpartisan, so candidates appear on the ballot without a party label. City voters will choose candidates in two separate races.
Council Member, 4-Year Term (vote for up to 4)
- Michael D. Balls
- Jeanette Barnett
- Priscilla Garcia
- Carly Rose Hammond
- Bob Johnson
- Brenda F. Moore
- Melvin Price Jr.
- Charles Anthony Sledge
- Rachel Weidinger
- Tobias Young
Council Member, Partial Term Ending December 1, 2028 (vote for 1)
- Charles Allen
- Maximilian Olivarez
Candidates are listed in ballot order. All candidates on the ballot have been invited to participate.
What to Expect
Each candidate will give an opening statement, answer the same set of questions on issues facing the city, and close with a final statement. Every candidate gets equal time, and a League moderator keeps the conversation on track.
The League doesn't endorse candidates or tell anyone how to vote. Our job is to give you a fair, side-by-side look at everyone running so you can decide for yourself.
Also on the city ballot: City of Saginaw Proposal 1, a charter amendment that would eliminate the dollar cap on property tax revenue the city can collect while keeping the existing millage limit. It's a good topic to read up on before the forum.
See Your Ballot
Not sure if you live in the City of Saginaw or which races you'll vote on? Look up your exact ballot at the Michigan Voter Information Center (michigan.gov/vote). It takes about two minutes. You can also compare candidates' answers to League questions at VOTE411.org.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the forum free?
Yes. It's free and open to the public. -
Do I need to live in the City of Saginaw to attend?
No. All are welcome, but only city residents vote in these races. -
Is seating limited?
Yes. Arrive early to get a seat. -
Who do I contact with questions?
Email lwvsaginawmi@gmail.com.