Adura Calhoun

Adura Calhoun For St. Clair Shores City Council

St. Clair Shores has been my home for six years, and I’ve dedicated myself to serving our community through countless volunteer efforts. Now, I’m ready to take that commitment to the next level! I’m running for City Council to be a strong advocate for you—fighting for our neighborhoods, our families, and our future. Your voice matters, and I’ll make sure it’s heard. Let’s build a better Shores together! VOTE FOR ME NOVEMBER 4TH!

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// Priorities

My priorities

PUBLIC SAFETY FIRST

With over 25 years in law enforcement as a Parole/Probation Agent, I’ve seen firsthand how crime affects families and communities. I’m a strong supporter of our police, fire, and EMS services, and I will fight to expand life-saving resources that keep our neighborhoods safe. A safer Shores starts with a commitment to protecting and investing in public safety.

ENHANCING OUR QUALITY OF LIFE

Everyone deserves to feel safe, secure, and at home in St. Clair Shores. I’ll work to make our city the safest in Michigan while ensuring young families and seniors have access to affordable, single-family housing that meets their needs.

PROTECTING OUR NATURAL RESOURCES

Our beautiful waterfront is a treasure that must be preserved for future generations. As a dedicated volunteer with the St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee, I know that protecting our lake requires action. I’ll push for cleaner water initiatives and sustainable solutions to keep our shores pristine.

BALANCED BUDGET

Every dollar in our city’s budget should be spent wisely. I am committed to responsible financial management, ensuring our community thrives without unnecessary burdens on residents. You can trust me to be diligent, transparent, and dedicated to a fiscally strong future for St. Clair Shores.

// A Little About Me

Meet Adura Calhoun

Community advocate. Law enforcement professional. Military spouse.

I’ve dedicated my life to public service, spending decades in law enforcement as a Parole/Probation Agent for the Michigan Department of Corrections. I earned my Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from Wayne State University, and my passion for seniors led me to further my education with a Certificate in Gerontology.

I’m also a proud military spouse, married for 28 years to Robert Calhoun Jr., a Vietnam-era veteran. When we made St. Clair Shores our home, we committed ourselves to giving back. Now retired, we volunteer our time and resources to support local causes, from feeding the unhouses to sponsoring scholarships for local high school students.

I was honored to be featured in the February/March 2024 edition of St. Clair Shores Living Magazine in the articles “Super Star Volunteers” and “10 Local Women Who Are Making an Impact.”

Now, I’m ready to serve our community in an even greater way by representing YOU on the City Council.

JOIN THE TEAM!

Putting My Heart into Serving a Stronger Community

I’ve spent years volunteering in St. Clair Shores, because I truly love this city and its people. That love pushed me to run for City Council in 2025 so I can use my experience and passion to make our community even stronger, taking my commitment from volunteering to serving on a bigger stage. For me, it’s all about building a brighter future for the place I call home.

Community-Driven

I believe in a people-powered campaign because this race isn’t about me—it’s about all of us. I’ve spent years volunteering in St. Clair Shores because I love this city and its people. That passion is what drives me to step up, take action, and fight for a brighter future.

Caring Neighbor

“Calhoun’s volunteer history also includes the SCS Firefighter Annual Night at the Races, SCS Snow Brigade, St. Clair Shores Waterfront Environmental Committee’s Nautical Mile Cleanup, Meals on Wheels through Servicers for Older Citizens (SOC) serving the Grosse Pointes and Harper Woods, and Detroit Free Press Marathons.

On their own, the Cahouns prepare and deliver Thanksgiving meals most years for up to 20 people and deliver them to local unhoused individuals, typically near the overpass at I-94 and Little Mack. They also personally sponsor an annual academic scholarship for a St. Clair Shores high school senior:

“City Council Member Dave Rubello said we are the hardest working couple in St. Clair Shores, and I’m proud of that title,” Calhoun says.”