The Review Magazine May / June 2021

City of Linden Manager Ellen Glass: “I Am Women’s History. I am the first woman to be appointed city manager in Linden and was also a graduate of the inaugural class of the Women’s Municipal Leadership Program. I also get the honor of raising three future female leaders!” City of South Haven Manager Kate Hosier: “I Am Woman’s History. I am the first female manager for the City of South Haven which recently celebrated its sesquicentennial celebration in 2019.” City of Dearborn Heights Treasurer Lisa Hicks-Clayton: “I Am Women’s History. I served from 2012 to 2020 as a councilmember and wrote the city’s ordinance establishing the Commission on Women and Girls. I was elected as the first female city treasurer on November 3, 2020.”

City of Leslie Manager Susan Montenegro: “I Am Women’s History. I am the first woman hired as the city manager in Leslie and am a proud advocate of the 16/50 Project empowering women as leaders!" City of Harper Woods Mayor Valerie J. Kindle: “I Am Women’s History. I am the first woman mayor of Harper Woods. I know that I am standing on the shoulders of strong, smart, and courageous women before me.” City of Cadillac Mayor Carla Filkins: “I Am Women’s History. I am the first female mayor for Cadillac. The city was incorporated in 1877.” City of Albion Manager Haley Snyder: “I Am Women’s History. I am the second Black female to serve as city manager for Albion. I am also the youngest person to hold this position.”

City of Midland Councilmember Diane Brown Wilhelm: “I Am Women's History. My parents emphasized the importance of education, having a diverse network, and being open to opportunities when presented. I've made history as the first Black woman appointed, then elected to city council in 2011. I also serve as legislative director for Midland.”

The League has compiled the resources on its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion page in support of our members as we move together toward a better understanding of racial injustice in our communities, and our role in correcting it.

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