Melissa Daub

Melissa Daub (Democratic Party) is a member of the Wayne County Commission in Michigan, representing District 10. She assumed office in 2019. Her current term ends on January 1, 2027.

Daub (Democratic Party) ran for re-election to the Wayne County Commission to represent District 10 in Michigan. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Daub completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Melissa Daub was born in Livonia, Michigan. She earned a bachelor's degree from Eastern Michigan University in 2003. Daub has served as a member with the Michigan Association of Counties' Committee on Transportation, with the National Association of Counties' Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure, with the Large Urban County Caucus, with the Women of NACo Leadership Network, the Next Generation NACo Network, with the National Democratic County Officials, with the Michigan Democratic Party, the Canton Democratic Club, and the Plymouth Democratic Club.^[1]

Elections

2024

General election

General election for Wayne County Commission District 10

Incumbent Melissa Daub won election in the general election for Wayne County Commission District 10 on November 5, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Melissa Daub (D)	96.5	43,141
	Other/Write-in votes	3.5	1,571

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 44,712
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Incumbent Melissa Daub advanced from the Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10 on August 6, 2024.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Melissa Daub	99.6	12,259
	Other/Write-in votes	0.4	44

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,303
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Endorsements

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2022

General election

General election for Wayne County Commission District 10

Incumbent Melissa Daub defeated Michael Brackney in the general election for Wayne County Commission District 10 on November 8, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Melissa Daub (D)	61.0	31,026
	Michael Brackney (R)	38.8	19,721
	Other/Write-in votes	0.2	104

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 50,851
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Incumbent Melissa Daub advanced from the Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10 on August 2, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Melissa Daub	99.7	11,650
	Other/Write-in votes	0.3	31

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,681
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Michael Brackney advanced from the Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10 on August 2, 2022.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Michael Brackney	99.6	7,388
	Other/Write-in votes	0.4	28

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 7,416
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

Nancy Sterniak (R)

2020

General election

General election for Wayne County Commission District 10

Incumbent Melissa Daub defeated Joe Smith in the general election for Wayne County Commission District 10 on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Melissa Daub (D)	58.1	44,478
	Submit photo	Joe Smith (R)	41.7	31,920
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	160

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 76,558
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Incumbent Melissa Daub advanced from the Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10 on August 4, 2020.

	Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Melissa Daub	99.7	19,999
	Other/Write-in votes	0.3	59

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 20,058
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Joe Smith defeated Mary Dahn in the Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10 on August 4, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Joe Smith	57.9	6,296
	Submit photo	Mary Dahn	41.7	4,533
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	40

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 10,869
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Endorsements

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2018

General election

General election for Wayne County Commission District 10

Melissa Daub defeated incumbent Joe Barone in the general election for Wayne County Commission District 10 on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Melissa Daub (D)	51.5	31,738
	Submit photo	Joe Barone (R)	48.2	29,715
		Other/Write-in votes	0.3	166

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 61,619 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Melissa Daub advanced from the Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10 on August 7, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Melissa Daub	100.0	15,958

	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 15,958
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Incumbent Joe Barone advanced from the Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10 on August 7, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Joe Barone	100.0	11,576

	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 11,576
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

Melissa Daub completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Daub'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.

- My name is Melissa Daub, and I was elected to the Wayne County Commission in November 2018, where I have the privilege of representing Wayne County's 10th District, comprising Canton Township, Plymouth Township, and the City of Plymouth. I am a graduate of Plymouth-Canton High School and Eastern Michigan University, where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Prior to serving as the Wayne County Commissioner for District 10 (Plymouth-Canton), I worked in the accounting field, where I had extensive background in both leadership and individual contributor positions. Having the opportunity to serve my hometown of Plymouth-Canton on the Wayne County Commission is an honor and a responsibility that I do not take lightly. I ran for this office in 2018 on the commitment of increasing transparency and accountability in Wayne County government; that, and my commitment to giving the people of Plymouth-Canton a voice in county governance, is why I am running for re-election.

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?

One of the greatest challenges we face in Wayne County is maintaining adequate staffing in all departments. Without county employees, we cannot provide services to our residents in a timely and effective manner. In response to this challenge, a Staffing and Benefits Task Force was established in 2023. The Task Force made several recommendations to the County Executive’s Office regarding compensation and benefits packages and free employee parking. Addressing this challenge in 2024 will require ongoing efforts and consistent follow-up.
Roads and Infrastructure continue to be a high priority for Wayne County. Commissioner Daub pushed for the approval of $7 million in the 2023-24 budget, which will go towards repairing township roads. With the recent changes in our climate, drain repair and maintenance has risen to the top of this list. In September 2023, Commissioner Daub introduced a resolution supporting HB 4382-83 to amend Chapter 22 of the Michigan Drain Code of 1956. This amendment would allow Drain Commissioners to have access to additional stormwater management tools to mitigate storm damage. She regularly meets with the Department of Public Services and the Drain Commissioner to resolve issues within the district.
Whether it is money for roads, bridges, or senior services, Wayne County residents deserve to know how their money is spent. If re-elected, I will continue to advocate for better service to my constituents, and further investment in the Plymouth-Canton community.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Infrastructure, environmental issues, women's issues, and public health

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

- The Wayne County Commission has seven standing committees which correspond with other county-level agencies or offices. For example, the Committee on Public Safety, Judiciary, and Homeland Security often works on matters pertaining to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, and the Wayne County Third Circuit Court. These offices oftentimes collaborate with their state-level counterparts, allowing the Wayne County Commission to play a unique and important role in contributing to other government and legal systems. In addition, as Board Vice President of the Michigan Association of Counties (MAC), I have been able to work on platforms that influence state policies on behalf of Michigan counties and my constituents.

What legacy would you like to leave?

As a lifelong resident of Canton, I have seen the Plymouth-Canton community go through incredible growth and change in recent decades. I hope to continue the progress we have made in recent years, and hope to someday leave the legacy of being a champion for my community.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Wayne County is the most populated county in the State of Michigan, and the Wayne County Commission oversees an annual operating budget of $2.02 billion. With this budget, the county facilitates vital services such as veterans’ services, senior services, parks and recreation services, and road repairs. Despite the fact that county government is often not discussed, the decisions made by the Wayne County Commission play a very important role in residents' lives.

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

- Because the Wayne County Commission is tasked with approving the operating budget for Wayne County, I believe that it is helpful for holders of this office to have a background in budgeting or accounting. Prior to serving as the Wayne County Commissioner for District 10, I personally worked in the accounting field, where I had extensive background in both leadership and individual contributor positions. As Chair of the Wayne County Commission's Committee on Audit, my experience as an accounting professional has helped immensely when it comes to reviewing the reports made by the Office of the Legislative Auditor General, which ensure that there is transparency and accountability of public funds for Wayne County taxpayers.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Canton Democratic Club, Plymouth Democratic Club, Michigan Building and Construction Trades Council

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2022

Melissa Daub did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

2020

Melissa Daub completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Daub'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.

My name is Melissa Daub, and I was elected to the Wayne County Commission in November 2018, where I have the privilege of representing Wayne County's 10th District, comprising Canton Township, Plymouth Township, and the City of Plymouth. I am a graduate of Plymouth-Canton High School and Eastern Michigan University, where I earned a Bachelor of Science degree. Prior to serving as the Wayne County Commissioner for District 10 (Plymouth-Canton), I worked in the accounting field, where I had extensive background in both leadership and individual contributor positions. Having the opportunity to serve my hometown of Plymouth-Canton on the Wayne County Commission is an honor and a responsibility that I do not take lightly. I ran for this office in 2018 on the commitment of increasing transparency and accountability in Wayne County government; that, and my commitment to giving the people of Plymouth-Canton a voice in county governance, is why I am running for re-election.

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?

Accessibility: The Wayne County Commission is an incredibly important body of government; however, it often goes unseen and unheard of by members of the general public. Whether it be through hosting coffee hours, town halls (in-person and online), responding to phone calls and emails, or posting my activities on social media, I am proud to have fostered an accessibility between my office and the general public.
Transparency: Many members of the public cannot attend the Commission's in-person meetings in downtown Detroit, and this lack of accessibility creates an inherent lack of transparency. I believe that Wayne County taxpayers have the right to know what their government is doing. For this reason, during my first term in office, I effectively advocated for all Wayne County Commission meetings to be visually-recorded and made available online for residents to access freely.
Better Services: Whether it be money for roads, bridges, or senior services, Wayne County residents deserve to know how their money is spent. If re-elected, I will continue to advocate for better service to my constituents, and further investment in the Plymouth-Canton community.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am personally passionate about transportation and road-related policy. In 2019, I was appointed to serve on the Wayne County Commission's Committee on Public Services, which - among other things - works with Wayne County's Department of Public Services on matters pertaining to roads, bridges, and drains. In order to learn more about federal and state issues that affect Wayne County roads, I have joined the National Association of Counties (NACo) Committee on Transportation & Infrastructure, in addition to the Michigan Association of Counties (MAC) Committee on Transportation. As the Wayne County Commissioner for the 10th District, I am proud to have approved road projects in Plymouth-Canton, including intersection improvements at Sheldon Road and Goldsmith Road, improvements to Cherry Hill Road, temporary support structures for the Hines Drive Bridges, turn lane and signal improvements at 5 Mile Road and Beck Road, and the reconstruction and reopening of the Lilley Road Bridge.

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

The Wayne County Commission has seven standing committees which correspond with other county-level agencies or offices. For example, the Committee on Public Safety, Judiciary, and Homeland Security often works on matters pertaining to the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, and the Wayne County Third Circuit Court. These offices oftentimes collaborate with their state-level counterparts, allowing the Wayne County Commission to play a unique and important role in contributing to other government and legal systems. In addition, as a member of the Michigan Association of Counties (MAC), I have been able to work on platforms that influence state policies on behalf of Michigan counties and my constituents.

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

I believe that elected officials must act as a steward in public service, representing the voice and the will of his or her constituents. I also believe that while elected officials cannot be a subject-matter expert on every topic, they should always be willing to do the necessary work to be informed on the issues that matter most to their constituents.

What legacy would you like to leave?

As a lifelong resident of Canton, I have seen the Plymouth-Canton community go through incredible growth and change in recent decades. I hope to continue the progress we have made in recent years, and hope to someday leave the legacy of being a champion for my community.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I began my first job in high school as a receptionist at the Fantastic Sam's on Ford Road in Canton. Through this job, which I had for about three years, I learned valuable customer service skills, including how to help people efficiently and effectively.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Leslie Knope from NBC's Parks and Recreation.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

Wayne County is the most populated county in the State of Michigan, and the Wayne County Commission oversees an annual operating budget of $1.63 billion. With this budget, the county facilitates vital services such as veterans' services, senior services, parks and recreation services, and road repairs. Despite the fact that county government is often not discussed, the decisions made by the Wayne County Commission play a very important role in residents' lives.

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

Because the Wayne County Commission is tasked with approving the operating budget for Wayne County, I believe that it is helpful for holders of this office to have a background in budgeting or accounting. Prior to serving as the Wayne County Commissioner for District 10, I personally worked in the accounting field, where I had extensive background in both leadership and individual contributor positions. As a current committee member on the Wayne County Commission's Committee on Audit, my experience as an accounting professional has helped immensely when it comes to reviewing the reports made by the Office of the Legislative Auditor General, which ensure that there is transparency and accountability of public funds for Wayne County taxpayers.

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Melissa Daub

Biography

Elections

2024

General election

General election for Wayne County Commission District 10

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Endorsements

2022

General election

General election for Wayne County Commission District 10

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

2020

General election

General election for Wayne County Commission District 10

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Endorsements

2018

General election

General election for Wayne County Commission District 10

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Wayne County Commission District 10

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2024

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2022

2020

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