The Commission continued their progress from Friday and drew State Senate districts in parts of Southeast and South Central Michigan, including Greater Lansing. They also began drawing State House districts in Southwest Michigan.
In addition to mapping, the Commission has also approved Resolution 2021.08.16 to amend the MICRC Mapping Process and Procedures that was approved during the August 19th, MICRC meeting. Among these amendments includes the decision to not have discussions surrounding Communities of Interest (COIs) until after the Commission has begun drafting district lines based on equal population.
Meeting Information:
Youtube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i4s9ATAxwkE
Meeting Date: 8/24/2021
Meeting Time: 12 PM – 5 PM
Commissioners Present:
- Doug Clark (R)
- Anthony Eid (N)
- Rhonda Lange (R)
- Steve Lett (N)
- Cynthia Orton (R)
- M.C. Rothhorn (D)
- Rebecca Szetela (N)
- Janice Vallette (N)
- Richard Weiss (N)
- Dustin Witjes (D)
Commissioners Absent:
- Juanita Curry (D)
- Brittini Kellom (D)
- Erin Wagner (R)
Guests:
- Kim Brace and Ryan Taylor, Election Data Services (EDS)