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09-05-2025
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Boyne City mayor challenges filing deadline for November election, cites state law
BOYNE CITY — Mayor Tim Nemecek is challenging the deadline that disqualified him from running for re-election to the Boyne City City Commission, arguing the official filing date communicated by the city clerk's office may have been premature under state election law. In a letter delivered to the Boyne City clerk's office on May 7, Nemecek formally requested that city clerk Jessica Puroll recognize July 22 — not April 22 — as the valid deadline for submitting nominating petitions for the upcoming November election. 'This request is about upholding the democratic principles that our community values,' Nemecek wrote in a press release. 'I've received 28 signatures from Boyne City voters supporting my candidacy, and these citizens deserve the right to select their representatives through a fair and accessible electoral process.' More: Four candidates file for Boyne City commission race in November election Subscribe: Check out our offers and access the local news that matters to you Earlier reporting confirmed that Nemecek had filed a petition in April to appear on the Nov. 5, 2025 ballot, but his petition was rejected after the clerk's office determined several signatures were dated after the circulator's certification, rendering them invalid. That left him with fewer than the required 20 valid signatures, disqualifying his candidacy. At the time, Puroll stated the filing deadline was April 22 and confirmed that Nemecek could still seek office as a certified write-in candidate if he filed the appropriate paperwork by October. Now, the mayor is arguing that the city applied the wrong timeline altogether. According to Nemecek, his legal counsel's review of the Michigan Election Law suggests that candidates for local office who are nominated by petition rather than through a primary — as Boyne City's charter requires — should have until the 15th Tuesday before the election to file their paperwork. In 2025, that would move the filing deadline to July 22. Nemecek's letter asks Puroll to respond to the request by May 14. The election comes at a pivotal time for Boyne City leadership. With Mayor Pro Tem George Lasater choosing not to run for reelection, four candidates — incumbent commissioner Marty Moody and newcomers Bridget Foltz, Rebecca Houser and Jennifer Hampton — are currently on the ballot for November. Three seats are up for grabs. If the July 22 deadline is accepted, Nemecek may still have time to re-enter the race and secure a place on the ballot, otherwise a write-in candidacy would be his only other option. — Contact reporter Annie Doyle at 231-675-0099 and adoyle@ This article originally appeared on The Petoskey News-Review: Boyne City Mayor Nemecek challenges filing deadline for November 2025 election, cites state law
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08-05-2025
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Four candidates file for Boyne City commission race in November election
BOYNE CITY — Four candidates will compete for three open seats on the Boyne City City Commission this fall, as Mayor Tim Nemecek and Mayor Pro Tem George Lasater will not appear on the November ballot. According to Boyne City Clerk Jessica Puroll, the official list of candidates includes incumbent commissioner Marty Moody and first-time candidates Bridget Foltz, Rebecca Houser and Jennifer Hampton. Each filed nominating petitions with at least 20 valid signatures ahead of the April 22 deadline. Nemecek had initially submitted paperwork to run for re-election, but his nominating petition was disqualified due to a technical error. 'He had signatures that were signed after the circulator certified the petition, so those signatures didn't count,' Puroll said. As a result, Nemecek did not meet the minimum requirement of valid signatures and will not appear on the ballot. He still has the option to run as a certified write-in candidate if he files before the October deadline. Lasater did not file a nominating petition for re-election. More: Boyne City commission outlines path forward after longtime city manager's dismissal Subscribe: Check out our offers and access the local news that matters to you This fall's election comes at a time of transition for Boyne City. In March, the city commission voted to terminate longtime city manager Michael Cain after 22 years in the role, citing concerns over performance and trust. Since then, the commission has been working to appoint an interim manager while also launching the search for Cain's permanent replacement. Moody was first elected to the commission in 2021 and is the only incumbent in the race. Foltz, Houser and Hampton are all newcomers. With only four candidates running for three seats, no primary will be held. Voters will make their selections during the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 5. — Contact reporter Annie Doyle at 231-675-0099 and adoyle@ This article originally appeared on The Petoskey News-Review: Four candidates file for Boyne City commission race for November 2025 election
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05-03-2025
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Boyne City seeks resident to serve on newly formed Housing Advisory Committee
BOYNE CITY — Boyne City is seeking a resident from the north side of town to join its newly formed Housing Advisory Committee, an effort designed to engage the community in ongoing housing development discussions. The city has been actively working to identify and prepare sites for potential housing developments, with a focus on North Boyne and the Community Garden site. The city has already taken several steps to address local housing challenges, including an inventory of city-owned properties, feasibility studies, zoning adjustments and issuing a request for qualifications to attract developers. Now, as the city moves toward selecting a development proposal, officials want to ensure community voices are included in the decision-making process. Subscribe: Get all your breaking news and unlimited access to our local coverage Mayor Tim Nemecek emphasized the importance of community involvement, particularly in light of previous public opposition to proposed developments. "The community says they want housing, so we need to create the platform for them to tell us where they want to see that housing, what type of housing they want and what kind of development they support," Nemecek said. The Housing Advisory Committee will include two city commissioners — Nemecek and commissioner Sandy Pritchard — along with city administration officials, planning and zoning representatives and a housing expert from Housing North. The committee will not have decision-making power but will serve in an advisory capacity, gathering information and making recommendations to the city commission. One of the committee's first tasks will be to evaluate the two development proposals currently under consideration. These proposals include different financial structures, such as Brownfield Redevelopment incentives, which were recently expanded in Michigan to support housing projects. Interested residents who live in a surrounding neighborhood on the north side of Boyne City and have an interest in local housing issues are encouraged to apply. The city is seeking individuals who are willing to share ideas and perspectives in informal committee meetings. Applications can be obtained via the city's website at The completed forms must be sent to City Clerk and Treasurer Jessica Puroll at jpuroll@ or dropped off at city hall by 4:30 p.m. on March 12. — Contact reporter Annie Doyle at 231-675-0099 and adoyle@ This article originally appeared on The Petoskey News-Review: Boyne City seeks resident for slot on new Housing Advisory Committee
