Alanna Maguire (Plymouth City Commission At-large, Michigan, candidate 2025)

Alanna Maguire

Nonpartisan

Candidate, Plymouth City Commission At-large

Elections and appointments

Last election

August 5, 2025

Education

Bachelor's

University of Michigan

Graduate

Michigan State University

Personal

Birthplace

Plymouth, Mich.

Profession

Accountant

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Alanna Maguire is running for election to the Plymouth City Commission At-large in Michigan. She is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025. She was on the ballot in the primary on August 5, 2025.^[source]

Maguire completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Alanna Maguire provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on September 24, 2025:

• Birth place: Plymouth, Michigan
• High school: Plymouth Canton High School
• Bachelor's: University of Michigan
• Graduate: Michigan State University
• Gender: Female
• Profession: Accountant
• Incumbent officeholder: Yes
• Campaign slogan: Working for a More Sustainable Plymouth that is Welcoming to Everyone

Elections

General election

General election for Plymouth City Commission At-large (4 seats)

The following candidates are running in the general election for Plymouth City Commission At-large on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate
		Joe Elliott (Nonpartisan)
		Jennifer Kehoe (Nonpartisan)
		Alanna Maguire (Nonpartisan)
		Kristin McHale-Johnson (Nonpartisan)
		Nick Moroz (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Jim Mulhern (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Ron Picard (Nonpartisan)
		Karen Sisolak (Nonpartisan)

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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Plymouth City Commission At-large (4 seats)

The following candidates ran in the primary for Plymouth City Commission At-large on August 5, 2025.

		Candidate
		Joe Elliott (Nonpartisan)
		Jennifer Kehoe (Nonpartisan)
		Alanna Maguire (Nonpartisan)
		Kristin McHale-Johnson (Nonpartisan)
		Nick Moroz (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Jim Mulhern (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Ron Picard (Nonpartisan)
	Submit photo	Scott Silvers (Nonpartisan)
		Karen Sisolak (Nonpartisan)

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Alanna Maguire completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Maguire's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m seeking reelection because I want to continue building on the progress we’ve made as a commission over the past 4 years. As a life-long Plymouth resident, it’s incredibly rewarding to serve this community and work alongside a dedicated group of professionals in city government and in the administration. I take pride in being open, honest, collaborative, and accessible with a willingness to listen. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Michigan and went on to earn a Master of Public Policy degree at Michigan State University. Professionally, I am a senior accountant for an international engineering consultancy. I am married and have 2 sons. I am a co-founder and trustee of the Plymouth Democratic Club.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Sustainable environmental practices in city infrastructure and management
• Delivering high-quality, reliable city services and programs
• Community-centered approach to development

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Environmental policy, green infrastructure and design, urban planning, economic policy

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

City commissioners are the local elected voice of the people in Plymouth. A city commissioner can help advocate for Plymouth at the state and federal levels to bring funding back into our community.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty, integrity, collaboration, and a willingness to listen

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Ensuring long-term financial sustainability through sensible planning and budgeting, continuing to deliver high-quality city services and programs, and making Plymouth a welcoming place for all residents and visitors.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like to be remembered as someone who cared very deeply about her hometown, and worked to make it the best possible community to live in or visit.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Having an understanding of the role of a Plymouth City Commissioner is beneficial, but I do not necessarily believe it is a prerequisite. Approach this position with an open mind, and if you are newly elected but lacking in prior government experience, ask questions of your colleagues, read our city charter, and begin to familiarize yourself with the demands and expectations of the office.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

Having some experience with finance and an understanding of local government operations would benefit a candidate for this office.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the local government?

City commissioners are the local elected voice of the people in Plymouth.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Organizations:

The Plymouth Democratic Club
Moms Demand Action - Gun Sense Candidate 2025

Individuals:
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel
State Representative Matt Koleszar
State Representative Jason Morgan
Wayne County Commissioner Melissa Daub
Mayor Suzi Deal
Mayor Pro Tem Colleen Pobur
City Commissioner Linda Filipczak
City Commissioner Jennifer Kehoe
City Commissioner Nick Moroz
City Commissioner Brock Minton

Plymouth District Library Board Past President Mary Maguire

What is an accomplishment that you are proud of?

I am most proud of my advocacy for sustainable development and promoting green infrastructure and design. We must meet the challenges of the next decade, and there is no greater challenge than addressing the climate crisis. During my tenure, I promoted more rain gardens, more land acquisitions for public parks, voted for an impervious surface ordinance to reduce flooding, and got the City of Plymouth to participate in the Michigan Municipal League’s “Green Communities Challenge” where communities across the state are scored on how sustainable and green their cities and towns are. We started at the Bronze level and have worked our way to Silver status. I also worked with our city’s Department of Municipal Services to increase access to kitchen waste composting, among other things.

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