CADILLAC — Election Day is next Tuesday and people in Cadillac will be heading to the polls to choose new leadership.

The current mayor, Tiyi Schippers said she’s not seeking re-election after serving 16 years on the council to focus on her husband who’s battling throat cancer.

Schippers took over for Carla Filkins after Filkins abruptly resigned back in February.

The mayor’s race is in the final stretch with familiar and new faces vying for the top spot.

“I love my city. And I’ve said this before. Anybody. The main reason anybody should run for mayor is because they love their city and the people in it and care about it,” said Filkins.

Current council member Bryan Elenbaas said he’s been a city council member for six years, what he brings to the table is experience-he’ll be able to h

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