Haugabook Ends Write-In Campaign for Detroit’s District 5 Council Seat

September 25, 2025

Esther Haugabook has announced the end of her write-in campaign for Detroit's District 5 City Council seat, choosing instead to focus on advocating for housing affordability, homeowner protections, and transparency issues. The November 4 general election will now proceed between UAW retiree Renata Miller and Board of Police Commissioner Willie Burton, who finished ahead of Haugabook in the primary. Haugabook emphasized that her withdrawal is not a concession but a redirection of her efforts, while keeping open the possibility of running again in 2029.

Who is affected

District 5 residents of Detroit
Voters in the November 4 general election
Candidates Renata Miller and Willie Burton
Esther Haugabook and her supporters

What action is being taken

Esther Haugabook is ending her write-in campaign for Detroit City Council
Haugabook is redirecting her focus to advocacy for housing affordability, homeowner protections, equitable development, and transparency
Renata Miller and Willie Burton are continuing their campaigns for the District 5 seat
Various Detroit officials and organizations are endorsing the remaining candidates

Why it matters

District 5 is one of Detroit's most active council districts where the majority of new development occurs
The district contains significant landmarks including downtown, the Renaissance Center, Eastern Market, major hospitals, museums, and sports venues
The district is experiencing redistricting changes that will incorporate Wayne State University
The election will determine who replaces current Council President Mary Sheffield

What's next

The general election between Renata Miller and Willie Burton will take place on November 4
No explicit next steps stated in the article

Read full article from source: Michigan Chronicle