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Grand Rapids Mayoral Primary

Election Date:August 5, 2025Register by:July 27, 2025
Current holder:Rosalynn Bliss(Independent)

The Grand Rapids Mayoral Primary on August 5, 2025, is a nonpartisan election to select the next mayor of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The top two vote-getters will advance to the general election in November 2025, as this primary determines who appears on the final ballot.

About This Race

The Grand Rapids Mayoral Primary on August 5, 2025, is a nonpartisan election to select the next mayor of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The top two vote-getters will advance to the general election in November 2025, as this primary determines who appears on the final ballot.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
August 5, 2025
Registration Deadline
July 27, 2025
Early Voting Starts
July 27, 2025
Early Voting Ends
August 4, 2025

How to Vote

Voters in Michigan must register by July 27, 2025, either online, by mail, or in person at their local clerk's office. Early voting is available from July 27 to August 4, 2025, at designated sites, and voters must present a valid photo ID such as a Michigan driver's license or passport when voting in person.

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Incumbent
Independent

Rosalynn Bliss

Mayor of Grand Rapids

Biography

Rosalynn Bliss is the incumbent mayor of Grand Rapids, first elected in 2015 and re-elected in 2019 and 2023. She is seeking a fourth term to continue her work on neighborhood investment, public safety, and sustainable development initiatives across the city.

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Independent

Mark Washington

Mayor of Grand Rapids

Biography

Mark Washington is the current City Manager of Grand Rapids, overseeing daily operations and implementing city policies. He is running for mayor to bring his administrative experience to the elected office, focusing on economic development, infrastructure improvements, and government transparency.

Campaign Website

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