Ana Jose

for Kentwood City Clerk

Meet Ana Jose

Ana Jose is a community leader, small business owner, and champion for inclusive growth. With a decade of breaking barriers in business and service to Kentwood’s diverse neighborhoods, Ana is ready to modernize the City Clerk’s Office and build stronger connections with every resident.

A proud graduate of Cornerstone University with both a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Business Administration, Ana brings unmatched skills in organization, transparency, and community-first leadership.
Her commitment to family, civic service, and innovation reflects a new era of public service for Kentwood.

✅ First Latina mortgage broker licensed in Michigan
✅ Director of Business Development at Michigan Women Forward
✅ Advocate for small businesses, underrepresented communities, and voter engagement
✅ Mother of five, grandmother of three, and proud military family supporter

Ana believes every resident deserves efficient service, open communication, and a government that truly works for the people.

Ana Jose’s Vision

Ana Jose is committed to modernizing Kentwood’s City Clerk’s Office with fresh ideas, stronger community connections, and smarter services — ensuring government works better for every resident, business, and family.

1

Voter Engagement & Education

Empower residents with multilingual guides, voter education events, and youth-driven registration drives to boost participation and civic pride.

2

Modernize Access to Records

Create a mobile-friendly, ADA-compliant portal for public records and FOIA requests, increasing transparency and accessibility for every resident.

3

Streamline Business Licensing

Launch a fully digital application process and host workshops to help entrepreneurs navigate licensing quickly, easily, and with confidence.

4

Improve Election Administration

Implement ballot tracking tools, recruit diverse poll workers, and enhance polling place accessibility for a fair and inclusive election process.

5

Expand Passport Services

Offer evening and weekend passport appointments plus online scheduling to better serve Kentwood’s hardworking families and busy professionals.

6

Preserve Cemetery Records & History

Digitize cemetery records and collaborate on local history projects to honor Kentwood’s past and inspire future generations.

7

Community Communication

Publish monthly newsletters and build a liaison team to keep residents informed, engaged, and connected to city initiatives and services.

8

Embrace Innovation and Efficiency

Introduce e-agendas, e-voting, and AI-assisted FOIA management to deliver faster, smarter, and more cost-effective government services.

kentwood city clerk : role & responsibilities

The City Clerk serves as the official keeper of all City records, the FOIA Coordinator, and the Clerk of the City Commission. The Clerk is responsible for:
After 25 years under the previous Clerk’s leadership, Kentwood is ready for fresh, people-centered ideas blending modernization, transparency, and community engagement.

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A vote for Ana Jose, a vote for clarity, connection, and community-first service.

Ana Jose is more than a candidate — she’s a trailblazer, a mother, a small business owner, and a dedicated public servant, ready to bring innovation and heart to the Kentwood City Clerk’s Office.

With over a decade of experience breaking barriers in business and finance, Ana knows how to streamline systems, support families and entrepreneurs, and lead with unmatched integrity.

As Kentwood’s next City Clerk, Ana will:

Let’s make history together