If you’ve been wondering who might help guide Grand Ledge into its next chapter, Connor Crank-Huffman just threw her hat into the ring for mayor—bringing energy, hometown pride, and a clear, common-sense roadmap for the next four years.
Connor, who grew up right here in Grand Ledge, says she’s running because she believes the city deserves leadership that listens, keeps promises, and focuses on improvements residents can feel in their everyday lives.
Her platform centers on five key areas she thinks are long overdue for attention—water, walkability, animal control, downtown development, and boosting local businesses through smart tourism.
At the top of her list is the city’s water system.
Connor wants clean, reliable water at a fair price, with full transparency about where improvement dollars go.
She’s calling for a complete system audit, grant funding, and immediate steps to improve quality—something many residents have been asking about for years. 🚰
Next, she’s pushing for safer, more walkable streets.
Lower speed limits, better crosswalks, improved sidewalks, and connected trails are all part of her vision so families, seniors, and kids can move around town confidently. 🚶♀️
Animal control also makes her priority list.
Connor hopes to create a humane, quick-response system that works better for both residents and their pets—partnering with county and local organizations to strengthen communication and reliability. 🐶
Her fourth pillar is downtown revitalization.
Connor sees the riverfront and historic charm as major strengths and wants more small businesses, a stronger local economy, and a more vibrant, inviting downtown experience.
And finally, she aims to boost the local economy through tourism—bringing more foot traffic to shops and restaurants with events, trails, riverfront activities, and smart promotion that highlights what makes Grand Ledge special.
Connor says her campaign isn’t about politics—it’s about practical problem-solving and rolling up her sleeves for the community that raised her.
She emphasizes listening, leadership, and a grounded, get-things-done approach to City Hall.
Whether residents are focused on water quality, safer neighborhoods, or a busier, more lively downtown, Connor believes Grand Ledge has the potential to thrive—and she wants to help make that happen.
No matter how the race unfolds, one thing is clear: conversations about the future of Grand Ledge are just getting started. 🌆
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