Kevin Coleman (born June 30, 1983[1]) is an American politician from Michigan. Coleman is the mayor of Westland, Michigan.[2][3] He previously served as a Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives from District 25 (previously numbered as District 16 until 2023).
Kevin Coleman | |
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Mayor of Westland, Michigan | |
Assumed office November 13, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Michael P. Londeau |
Member of the Michigan House of Representatives | |
In office January 1, 2019 – November 11, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Robert Kosowski |
Succeeded by | Peter Herzberg (elect) |
Constituency | 16th district (2019–2023) 25th district (2023) |
Personal details | |
Born | June 30, 1983 (age 40) |
Political party | Democratic |
Relatives | Peter Herzberg (cousin) |
Alma mater | Western Michigan University |
Website | Campaign website |
Coleman was born in Redford, Michigan.[1][4]
Coleman graduated from Churchill High School.[4] Coleman earned a bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University and attended the Lee Honors College.[5][6][7] He is a lifelong Michigan resident.[7]
Coleman was a music instructor, and worked in the community on the Westland Festival Committee and the Westland Veterans Association for several years.[1][6][7]
In 2014, Coleman's political career began when he became a city councilman for Westland, Michigan.[6][7]
On November 6, 2018, Coleman was elected as a Democratic member of Michigan House of Representatives for District 16.[5] He was re-elected to the seat in 2020.[8] In 2022, Coleman was re-elected for his third term, this time in District 25 due to Michigan's redistricting.[9][10]
In 2023, Mayor Bill Wild of Westland resigned and City Council President Pro Tem Michael P. Londeau was appointed as a replacement.[11] Coleman challenged Londeau in the following election and won 59% to 41%.[2] He is currently serving as the 10th Mayor of the City.[7]
Coleman is Catholic.[1] He lives in Westland, Michigan.[5]