Tanya L. Pratt, MSW, CPIA
I am a proud 15-year resident of Haslett/Meridian Township, Michigan, along with my loving husband Ervin. Together, we have raised three incredible adult children and have been blessed with two grandchildren. Family is the cornerstone of my life, and it is what drives me to help make our community an even better place for generations to come.
My journey began when I earned my Master’s in Social Work at the University of Michigan. It was then that I cultivated a passion for being a “change agent,” dedicating my career to advocating for the most vulnerable among us…our children and families.
From my early days working within the foster care system to my tenure at the Flint Community School system, I’ve been on the front lines, fighting tirelessly to ensure that every child has access to a quality education and support. It was my commitment to our youth that led me to the Michigan Education Association (MEA), where I served as a UniServ Director for an impactful 15 years. Currently, I am a Director of Field Services, for Michigan Education Special Service Association (MESSA), the Voluntary Employee Benefit Association founded by MEA which provides health care (medical, dental, vision, etc) for school employees as well as some municipalities.
The People’s Advocate
For the last 20 years with MEA and MESSA, I’ve had the privilege of advocating for thousands of K-12, community college and university employees across the state. I’ve negotiated countless collective bargaining agreements, led crisis teams to secure better working conditions, wages and championed the election of pro-public education candidates at every level of government.
But my dedication doesn’t end there. I have rolled up my sleeves and worked side by side with educators, administrators and community leaders to address the pressing issues facing our schools and our neighborhoods. Whether it’s advocating for smaller class sizes, securing resources for mental health services or fighting for equitable school funding, I’ve been there every step of the way.
Community
I have the pleasure of serving the residents of Meridian Township as an appointee to the Meridian Township Pension Board Committee and the Local Officials Compensation Committee.
In addition, being an active member of the Lansing Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Vice President of the Lansing/East Lansing Chapter of the Links, Incorporated and the Secretary of the Wildflower Estates Homeowners Association allows me the opportunity to serve the greater Ingham County Community at-large and my neighbors respectively.
Goals
If you believe in these goals and want to accomplish greater things for Ingham County, I humbly ask for your vote for District 13 Ingham County Board of Commissioners.
Listen & Research
Utilize active listening and diligent research to represent you effectively as a County Commissioner.
Collaboration & Plan
As a committed relationship-based leader, I drive positive change for all.
Resolution & Implement
Focus on resolving issues and implementing quality, safe, and cost efficient solutions for communities.
My Why
My passion for family and community drives me professionally and personally, shaping my commitment to the Ingham County Board of Commissioners. With expertise in grassroots organization, coalition building, budget management, and advocacy, I'm equipped to serve District 13 effectively. My experience listening to and learning from diverse groups ensures I will be dedicated to advocate, working to enhance county services and represent constituents' needs as the People’s Advocate.
Endorsements
State Senator Sarah Anthony, District 21
State Senator Sam Singh, District 28
State Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, District 75
Ingham County Commissioner Myles Johnson, District 5
Ingham County Commissioner Thomas Morgan, District 7
Ingham County Commissioner Simar Pawar, District 13
Ingham County Commissioner Mark Polsdofer, District 14
Former Meridian Township Trustee, Milton L. Scales
Michigan Education Association - ICE-PAC
UAW - Region 1D Capital Area CAP Council
AFSCME People Committee
Greater Lansing Building Trades Council
Let’s Get it Done...Together!
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PO Box 23154, Lansing, MI 48909
