VOTE NOVEMBER 5TH

About

“I am proud and excited to announce my candidacy for the 110. Strong and effective leadership is crucial for getting things done. I will represent the people of the Western Upper Peninsula with the energy and tenacity they deserve.”

Corcoran is an Educator and retired School Principal with the Michigan Department of Corrections. She has firsthand knowledge of the basic everyday struggles that can face the average Yooper. She has experienced directly how the economics of state government have impacted Western Upper Peninsula towns. Corcoran has served on the Ironwood City Commission for the past fifteen years, seven of them as Mayor. During her time on the City Commission and as Mayor, she has worked with city staff to incorporate positive change. Forward thinking, successful projects Corcoran has overseen for the town of Ironwood include a new park/splash pad in the downtown area, a road millage that led to a significant number of roads being upgraded and paved, and a new water treatment plant.

Throughout her career, Corcoran has secured a wide variety of experiences and brings a strong commitment to public service a forefront of her campaign. She has served on multiple governing boards and volunteers during community events.

My Promise

Embedded with a passion for economic development, Kim Corcoran believes that every individual deserves a vibrant place to live along with affordable health care, quality education, and sustainable housing. She will strive to listen to the needs of the people in her district and be a voice that is present and heard in Lansing.

Campaign Priorities

  • Ensuring that students and staff are afforded the resources they need to be successful. Addressing mental health issues faced by students.

  • Thinking long term sustainability and socioeconomic growth by focusing on a multitude of factors including infrastructure, broadband, small business development, housing, and placemaking strategies.

  • Exploring better ways to offer more affordable health care and a plan to offer flexibility with service areas. The closure of the Ontonagon hospital is a concern to be addressed, especially with the CopperWood Project on the horizon.

Did you know?

Voters may “split” their ticket in the general election (November) between parties. Per the passage of Proposal 18-3 in 2018, Michigan voters also have the option to vote straight-ticket by selecting the option on the side of their ballot with partisan races. Voting straight ticket does not automatically include selections on non-partisan side of the ballot.