A Lansing for All of Us: Julie Vandenboom for Lansing City Council

Courtesy Photo Julie Vandenboom-Candidate for Lansing City Council At. Large

Julie Vandenboom is running for Lansing City Council At-Large because she believes our city works best when every voice is heard, not just at election time, but every day. A longtime resident of Lansing, Julie is showing up with humility, urgency, and the kind of listening leadership our city needs.

Julie has spent her career in public service, including 16 years at the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Her work in policy analysis and program planning has always centered on community well-being, equity, and accountability. She brings that same focus to her roles with the Eastside Neighborhood Organization, Capital Area District Library Board, and Friends of Bancroft Park.

“I’ve knocked on thousands of doors across Lansing,” Julie says. “I’ve had powerful conversations with people about housing, safety, infrastructure, and dignity. Our neighbors know what we need – my job is to listen and get to work.”

Housing is a top priority in her campaign. Julie supports stronger tenant protections, rental licensing reform, and long-term affordability strategies. She believes housing policy should be shaped with those most impacted, including renters, seniors, and working families.

Julie is also focused on everyday infrastructure – the roads, sidewalks, and services that shape our daily lives. She’s committed to making sure those concerns don’t fall through the cracks.

As an active member of the NAACP Lansing Branch, Rent is Too Damn High Tenants Union, and Strong Towns Lansing, Julie is building coalitions that reflect the full diversity of our city.

Julie knows that in times of division, we need leaders who unite. “People are worried about what’s happening in the world,” she says. “Local government has to be the place where we show that care, justice, and community are still possible.”

Julie Vandenboom is ready to serve with clarity, courage, and compassion. You’ll find her ad in this issue and you’ll find her at your door in the weeks ahead. Vote Julie Vandenboom for Lansing City Council At-Large by August 5.