Yousef Rabhi will be the only mayoral candidate whose name is printed on Ann Arbor’s Nov. 3 ballot, while Elizabeth Kurtz is running as a write-in candidate.

The Washtenaw County clerk’s official candidate list identifies Rabhi as the Democratic nominee and lists Elizabeth Sharon Kurtz as a write-in candidate with no party affiliation. The county records her filing date as Sept. 25.

Housing and public services are among the candidates’ priorities, with Rabhi proposing investments in permanently affordable housing and Kurtz advocating a center providing round-the-clock resources for unhoused residents, according to WEMU.

Rabhi’s housing and public power proposals

On his campaign’s policy page, Rabhi proposes expanding the Ann Arbor Housing Commission, supporting housing cooperatives and establishing community land trusts to preserve affordable homes.

His tenant proposals include an office to advocate for renters and a city unit focused on preventing displacement. He also supports publicly owned electricity and a larger role for residents in city decisions.

The campaign page describes support for accessory dwelling units, duplexes and triplexes alongside greater resident involvement in planning decisions.

Kurtz proposes a stabilization center

Kurtz told WEMU in its Oct. 27 report that she wants unhoused residents to have 24-hour access to showers, laundry facilities and storage through a stabilization center.

“A stabilization center is crucial,” Kurtz told WEMU.

She described herself to the station as a journalist experiencing housing insecurity and said access to basic resources could help people regain stability.

Public power also on the ballot

Ann Arbor voters will decide five city proposals, including Proposal E. The measure would amend the city charter to require a municipal electric utility and establish its governance structure, according to the city’s election information.

City Council adopted an Oct. 5 resolution opposing Proposal E, citing financial and governance concerns. The resolution also directed the city attorney to challenge its legality at the appropriate time.

How to vote

Polls are open Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., according to the city.

Eligible Ann Arbor residents can register in person with proof of residency through 8 p.m. on Election Day at the city clerk’s office, according to Michigan’s voter registration guidance.