Chris Nance - North Muskegon Mayor

In this episode of Muskegon County Municipalities at Work, host DJ Hilson sits down with newly elected North Muskegon Mayor Chris Nance to explore his remarkable career in public service—from international PR and White House advance work to senior roles under Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger—and how those experiences shape his vision for North Muskegon’s future. Nance reflects on returning to his hometown, the community’s deep civic roots, and his priorities as mayor, including strengthening partnerships with the school district, enhancing communication and branding, improving local ordinances, and pursuing federal funding opportunities tied to the city’s master plan. With a strong focus on collaboration across Muskegon County, Nance emphasizes community pride, accessibility, and forward-thinking leadership that supports residents, local businesses, and regional prosperity. #MuskegonRising #MuskegonCounty #NorthMuskegon #LocalGovernment #CommunityLeadership #PublicService #EconomicDevelopment #MunicipalManagement #CivicEngagement #MichiganCommunities