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Auburn Hills Councilor-Elect Greg Ouellette Dies on Election Night After Winning Seat

City officials will honor the longtime planning commission leader on Nov. 17, with details on filling the vacant seat to follow.

Overview

  • Ouellette, 69, suffered a fatal heart attack shortly after polls closed on Nov. 4, according to the city.
  • He earned 1,278 votes, or 15.15%, the fourth-highest total among six candidates for a two-year council term.
  • He had been scheduled to be sworn in on Nov. 17, when the council plans a tribute before regular business.
  • The city says it will announce how it plans to move forward with selecting a replacement for the vacant seat.
  • He served almost 28 years on the planning commission, nearly 17 as its chair, and family noted he was an organ donor.