Candidate Interview: Charlie Starkman for Farmington Hills City Council
(Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug. 20, 2025)
Farmington Hills, MI – In the City of Farmington Hills, there are three people running for Mayor – Incumbent Theresa Rich and Randy Bruce who is currently a Councilperson, as well as Jimmy Lossia.
For City Council in Farmington Hills there are five candidates running for three seats. Candidates are incumbents Michael Bridges and Valerie Knol, as well as Farah Khan, Angie Smith, and Charlie Starkman.
The Mayor’s position has a two-year term, while Council seats have four-year terms. The election takes place Nov. 4, 2025.
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