Elect Robert Smiley on Nov 5th
City Councilman Robert Smiley is running to be your next Oakland County Commissioner in the 14th District serving portions of Commerce and Novi, as well as all of Walled Lake, and Wixom. Since Brooks Patterson’s death in 2018, Oakland County has experienced a period of decline under Democrat leadership. The priorities of the Democrat led commission are tax hikes, government spending, DEI, climate change, and busing – all leading to tax increases of 44% in that time! My 9-years of experience on city council has taught me how to maximize spending with a fluctuating budget. I have successfully worked to lower local tax rates while maintaining great city services and a balanced budget each year.
Cut the Budget
I’ll cut items like the wasteful move of 700 county employees out of the Brooks Patterson Office Building (only 10-years-old) to downtown Pontiac at an estimated cost of $140 million. There is also the $1 million spent on 4 DEI administrators. Then there is the 3 employees working in transit that are costing more than $450,000. There is still more in the budget like these items that can be cut.
Reduce Taxes
Once the budget is cut, we can reduce taxes. Spending by Oakland County has increased by 49% the past 6-years. Since 2018, property taxes are up 44%! My top priority will be cut property taxes and give the tax relief that residents desperately need and give residents a chance to catch their breaths! We’re getting pummeled by rising costs on all fronts. I have been a consistent voice for wise spending of our tax dollars and living within our means.
Public Safety
The OC Sheriff's Department is doing an exemplary job. They are tasked with ever-growing responsibilities without an equally growing budget. Again, taxes have increased 44%, but those increases are NOT going to public safety. It is the responsibility of elected officials to properly fund law enforcement. I’ll help rebuild the vital relationship with the Sheriff’s office.
Meet Rob
Rob is a husband and father of three amazing boys. Family is what ultimately fuels Rob’s passion to serve residents. He has been active in the community for many years as a councilman and providing his time and abilities where ever needed, as well as coaching kids and supporting our veterans.
Smiley believes in small government with fewer regulations that encourages the private sector to flourish. The government should exist to be fiscally responsible, ensure security for its citizens while protecting their rights, and being accessible and transparent.
Experienced and dedicated
Rob has worked with fellow city officials for policies that make for an efficient and cost-effective administration:
• passed municipal ordinances and budgets
• made appropriations
• worked to lower local tax rates
Public Safety
Rob will continue to always vote for the funds and support that our police need to keep our communities safe.
Looking Out for Taxpayers
Rob successfully worked to lower local tax rates in Wixom as well as for balanced budgets each year. He has been a consistent voice for wise spending of our tax dollars and living within our means.
Responding to Your Needs
Rob has made it a priority to be accessible and responsive to residents’ needs. He is always willing to resolve or help resolve residents’ concerns.
Infrastructure
He will focus on Capital Improvement Planning – improve roads and infrastructure and look for solutions to our growing traffic problems.
Involved with his community
• Wixom City Councilman – 2015-present
• Director – Walled Lake Central High School Salute to Service Game since 2017
• Board of Directors – Wixom Community Foundation since 2019
• Treasurer – Lakes Area Community Coalition – 2022-present
• President – Walled Lake Central High School Football Boosters – 2021-2023
• Board of Directors – Commerce Chargers Youth Football – 2011-2019
• Coach – Commerce Chargers Youth Football – 2013-2019
• Precinct Delegate since 2014
ENDORSEMENTS
Jim Runstad,
State Senator
Ann Bollin,
State Representative
Patrick Beagle,
Wixom Mayor
Tom Rzeznik,
Wixom Deputy Mayor
Justin Fischer,
Novi Mayor
David Staudt,
Novi City Council
Mindy Fernandez,
Walled Lake City Council
Mike Spisz,
Oakland County Commissioner, Minority Leader
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