Introduction
Woodrow Stanley, a Democratic Party politician, is a former member of the Michigan House of Representatives from District 34. Stanley was a former mayor of Flint, until he was recalled from office in 2002.
Early life
Stanley attended and graduated from Mott Community College.He then attended University of Michigan-Flint earning a bachelor's degree in political science.At University of Michigan-Flint, he has done additional course work towards a Masters of PublicAdministration.
Political career
In 1983, Stanley was appointed to the Flint City Council representing the 2nd ward being reelected until his election to the office of Mayor of the City of Flint defeating the incumbent Matthew S. Collier.Stanley was elected to three terms as Mayor defeating (in order) future mayor Don Williamson (1995) and City Councilor Scott Kincaid (1999).He was recalled in 2002 due to the city's shaky financial condition and a state appointed Financial Manager was appointed after he left office.In2004, Stanley was elected to the Genesee County Board of Commissioners, 2nd District.In his second term as Commissioner, Stanley was selected to be chairman of the Board of Commissioners. In November 2008, Stanley was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives from the 34th District.
- Mayoral Elections Results
| 1991 | 25,946 | Matt Collier | 17,686 |
| 1995 | 21,687 | Don Williamson | 9,168 |
| 1999 | 17,224 | Scott Kincaid | 16,393 |
| 2002 | 12,336 | Recall | 15,863 |
- State Representative Election Results
| Election Year | Votes | Opponent's Votes |
Opponent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 26,867 | 4,973 | Adam Ford (R) |
| 2010 | 13,379 | 2,711 | Bruce Rogers (R) |
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Matthew S. Collier |
Mayor of Flint 1991–2002 |
Succeeded by Darnell Earley, temporary (City Administrator) |