Dobies Wins Jackson Mayoral Race

Derek Dobies defeated John Wilson to win a second, two-year term as Jackson, Michigan’s mayor, receiving 5,232 votes to Wilson’s 3,595 in unofficial results. Dobies, who led the city from 2017 to 2021, said he intends to serve all residents and focus on reversing population loss by attracting residents and businesses. His priorities include repairing neighborhood streets, supporting affordable housing and infrastructure investment, improving public safety through more foot patrols and community policing, and addressing downtown parking. Wilson conceded and urged Dobies to consider residents’ financial pressures when making decisions about fees and taxes. Dobies is expected to take office Dec. 1 as the city continues to grapple with homelessness, crime, parking and neighborhood needs.