Jane Pacheco

On November 4, voters get to decide who they want as their new mayor of Chelsea. Julianne Chard is vying with Kate Henson to replace outgoing incumbent mayor Jane Pacheco. Chard has served on the Chelsea Planning Commission and is on the board of the Washtenaw County Conservation District. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked to Chard about her experience, which includes overseeing a number of urban redevelopment projects in the private and commercial sectors.

On November 4, voters will decide between two candidates running to replace incumbent Mayor Jane Pacheco, who is not seeking reelection. Kate Henson currently serves on the City Council and points to her background in civic leadership and community engagement as qualities that will serve her well as mayor. WEMU’s Caroline MacGregor talked to Henson about her run against opponent Julianne Chard.

The Chelsea City Council held an emergency meeting Tuesday night to discuss what comes next after a shake-up last week at City Hall. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

The City of Chelsea is still without a city manager. Roy Atkinson resigned on April 21st citing “burnout”. And now, the city is working with a timeline to find a replacement. WEMU’s Josh Hakala has an update.

This week's focus is local, sustainable and healthy food options, and the growing interest in expanding these options in Washtenaw County.