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Jonathan C. Kinloch (Dist. 2)

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Jonathan C. Kinloch!

Commissioner Jonathan C. Kinloch is a dedicated public servant, currently serving his second term as a Wayne County Commissioner. He holds a significant role as the Chair on the Committee on Ways and Means, and is an active member of several other committees including the Committee on Public Service, Committee on Economic Development, and the Committee on Public Safety, Judiciary & Homeland Security.

Commissioner Kinloch serves as Vice Chair of the Special Committee on The Criminal Justice Complex and is a member on the Special Committee on Behavioral Health. His work in these committees helps ensure fair and equitable treatment for all residents, particularly in areas of criminal justice and mental health. His dedication to these issues contributes to the overall well-being and safety of the community.

In addition to his commissioner duties, Commissioner Kinloch is a member of the Board of Directors for the Wayne County Economic Development Corporation and the Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network (DWIHN), also known as the Wayne County Mental Health Authority. His leadership extends to his role as Vice Chair of DWIHN's Recipient Rights Advisory Committee and his membership in the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Oversight Policy Board of Directors. He also holds the position of Chairman of the Detroit/Wayne County Port Authority and serves on the Detroit Board of Water Commissioners.

Commissioner Kinloch's past service includes roles on the Wayne County Planning and Development Commission, the Detroit Board of Zoning Appeals, Detroit Public Library Commission, and the Detroit Board of Education. He also served on the Wayne County Board of Canvassers, where he gained national attention in November 2020 for his resistance to efforts to not certify Wayne County's 2020 Presidential Election results. His tenure on the Detroit Board of Education was marked by the introduction of several enduring policies, including the establishment of the Office of Inspector General and the DPS Police Department.

Beyond his public service roles, Commissioner Kinloch has also worked as the Southeast Michigan Community Liaison to Michigan's Governor Gretchen Whitmer and as Political Director for Service Employees International Union-Healthcare Michigan (SEIU). He is currently the president of The Kinloch Group, Inc., a multifaceted media and public policy consulting company.

Representing approximately 116,000 residents living in County Commission District 2, which includes numerous Detroit neighborhoods, Commissioner Kinloch is deeply committed to his community. He continues to volunteer and lend his support to various local and national causes.

Commissioner Kinloch's influence extends nationally as he serves on the U.S Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) Michigan Advisory Committee, is Vice Chair of the Finance, Pensions, and Intergovernmental Affairs Steering Committee, and is Vice Chair of the Large Urban County Caucus (LUCC) for the National Association of County Officials (NACO).

He is also Chair of the 13th Congressional District Democratic Party, and the 3rd Vice Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party. His faith is an integral part of his life, and he is a member of Triumph Church in Detroit.

General Information:

500 Griswold, 7th Floor

Detroit, MI 48226

O) 313-224-0916

Email: jkinloch@waynecounty.com

Office: (313) 224-0916

Fax: (313) 967-1242

Staff:

Sherri Johnson

Legislative Staff Assistant for Constituent Services, Civic and Community Affairs

Brian K. Martin

Legislative Aide for Constituent Services, Office Administration and Executive Assistant

Steven Rimmer

Legislative Aide for Constituent Services, Policy Analysts and Commission Affairs

Submit an invitation to a meeting, inquiries or concerns:

Jkinlochstaff@waynecounty.com

Bernt Walker

Legislative Aide for Constituent Services and Administrative Assistant

News & Events

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Commissioners issue support for carpenters, millwrights pension plan enhancement
Commissioners issue support for carpenters, millwrights pension plan enhancement
Friday, October 18, 2024
Wayne County Commissioners today issued a statement of support for a federal proposal stabilizing the Michigan Carpenters and Millwrights pension plan with a $635 million investment.'
Wayne County Commissioners issue their support for Michigan Voting Rights bills
Wayne County Commissioners issue their support for Michigan Voting Rights bills
Thursday, June 6, 2024
Wayne County Commissioners today issued support a series of bills that would protect and expand the voting rights of Michigan citizens.The bills, collectively known as the Michigan Voting Rights Act, are pending in the state Senate.
Wayne County Commission supports  bills aimed at easing water shutoffs
Wayne County Commission supports bills aimed at easing water shutoffs
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Wayne County Commissioners Thursday issued support for a bill package pending in the Michigan Senate aimed at ending the state's water shutoff crisis. They supported a bill package proposed by state Sen. Stephanie Chang.
Wayne County Commission supports state Senate bills aimed at easing water shutoffs
Wayne County Commission supports state Senate bills aimed at easing water shutoffs
Tuesday, February 6, 2024
Wayne County Commissioners issued support for a bill package pending in the Michigan Senate aimed at ending the state's water shutoff crisis. Commissioners supported a bill package sponsored by state Sen. Stephanie Chang.
Wayne County commissioners join leaders from across U.S. to forge local governmental policies
Wayne County commissioners join leaders from across U.S. to forge local governmental policies
Friday, August 4, 2023
Wayne County Commission Chair Alisha Bell (D-Detroit) headed a contingent of county commissioners attending the 2023 National Association of Counties (NACo) Annual Conference July 21-24 in Austin, Texas.
Commissioners call for Michigan's presidential primary to be moved up
Commissioners call for Michigan's presidential primary to be moved up
Tuesday, June 28, 2022
Wayne County commissioners called on the National Democratic Party to move the state's 2024 presidential primary election to a date ahead of the multi-state Super Tuesday primaries.' Commissioner Jonathan Kincloch (D-Detroit) sponsored the resolution.
Wayne County Commission urges state  to preserve voting rights, access for all
Wayne County Commission urges state to preserve voting rights, access for all
Thursday, September 16, 2021
Commissioners approved a pair of resolutions proposed by Commissioner Jonathan C. Kinloch (D-Detroit) supporting efforts to expand voting access and opposing a proposed ballot proposal that would essentially repeal a 2018 voter-approved initiative.
Free concert on Belle Isle paid tribute to frontline workers, those lost to COVID-19
Free concert on Belle Isle paid tribute to frontline workers, those lost to COVID-19
Thursday, July 15, 2021
A free concert held July 14 on Belle Isle honored area frontline workers as well as the memory of those who lost their lives during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wayne County Commissioners call  on Congress to protect voting rights
Wayne County Commissioners call on Congress to protect voting rights
Thursday, May 20, 2021
Wayne County Commissioners today urged Congress to pass the For the People Act, H.R. 1, a bill that would allow same-day voter registration and prohibit restrictions on mail-in ballots.
Wayne County Commission decries hate crimes directed at Asian Americans
Wayne County Commission decries hate crimes directed at Asian Americans
Friday, April 2, 2021
Wayne County Commissioners today unanimously adopted a resolution decrying the rise in hate crimes directed at Asian Americans. Physical and verbal attacks against Asian Americans have been on the rise in the past few years.