Politics & Government

Candidate Q&A: White Lake Trustee Candidate Andrea Voorheis

Andrea Voorheis (R-White Lake) is running for White Lake township trustee in the August primary election.

To kick off election coverage, White Lake-Highland Patch has sent out a survey to candidates running for office in White Lake and Highland. The following is the Q&A response from White Lake Trustee candidate Andrea Voorheis. Voorheis, a republican, will be facing off against several other candidates in the August primary election.

Patch: How long have you lived in White Lake?

Voorheis: My entire life except during college.

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Patch: What community and civic organizations are you currently involved in?

 Voorheis:

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  • White Lake Parks and Recreation
  • White Lake Presbyterian Church
  • White Lake Historical Society
  • Meals on Wheels
  • American Red Cross
  • White Lake Citizens League

Patch: What drew you to run for Trustee?

Voorheis: I love White Lake, and I want to be involved in the shaping of the future of White Lake.

Patch: What personal and professional experiences make you qualified to hold that position?

Voorheis: I was a township trustee from 2004-2008. 

Patch: What is the most important issue facing the township and what do you intend to do about it during your term in office?

Voorheis: The township budget. I plan to take care of the budget to provide the best services for the citizens of White Lake.

Patch: In recent years there has been discussion about contracting either police services or dispatch services with the county. Do you think the police department should be turned over to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department? Why or why not?

Voorheis: I think that we should NOT contract with the Oakland County Sheriff's Department. I like local. They have done a great job even in these trying budget times.

Patch: What is your vision for White Lake Township, where do you see the township in 10 or even 20 years, and what does the township need to do now to realize that vision?

Voorheis: Keeping up with the master plan to make sure the appropriate business are included to meet our residents.


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