My name is Jill Brandana and I am running to retain my seat on the Taylor City Council in the upcoming primary election on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.   I am a lifetime Taylor resident and attended Taylor Schools.   My husband Ron retired this year from R&L Carriers and we are proud to have made Taylor our home for over 27 years. 

 

Growing up I was taught the value of education, hard work and the importance of giving back to the community.   With that in mind, I chose to run for Taylor City Council and with your help, I have served as Taylor City Council Chairwoman Pro Tem for twelve years (2005-2013 and 2021-2025).  During my tenure, I have gained valuable knowledge and experience about city operations and how they can best serve our community.   I have also previously served on the Planning and the Community Development Corporation Commissions.  

 

I have worked for over thirty years as a legal professional.  I put myself through college, earning a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the University of Michigan.  I have also participated in a Michigan Political Leadership Certificate Program through Michigan State University.  The level of attention required for my studies and legal work has prepared me to understand budgets, legal documents and contracts.  With my unique experience, I have a working knowledge of how a municipality operates and where to look for inconsistencies.   

 

I am running this time to continue my efforts to protect our economic sustainability and preserve our City as a great place to live and work.  I hope to accomplish my goals by working with a newly elected City Council to restore accountability and transparency.  I would also like to work on measures that would divert more of our tax dollars to spending that really matters to residents.  But, I can’t do it without you. Let me be your voice to maintain checks and balances, demand transparency and protect your rights as taxpayers.

 

Vote for Jill Brandana on August 5, 2025.  Together, we can restore balance, accountability and transparency, which we all deserve.​