State Representative Douglas Geiss is serving his first term in the Michigan House of Representatives, serving the residents of Taylor and Romulus.
Geiss is a lifelong resident of Taylor, where he lives with his wife, Erika, and their two children, Michael and Ella. He graduated first in his class from Harry S Truman High School in 1988. He went on to earn a bachelor's degree in engineering and a master's in business administration from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.
After receiving his engineering degree, Geiss went to work for the Ford Motor Company, quickly moving up the ranks to management by the age of 29. Over the years, he has seen the changes that have been made in the automotive industry and knows what our workers need to succeed in today's new economy.
Prior to joining the Michigan House, Geiss served on the Taylor City Council from 2001 to 2008, most recently as Council Chairman.
During his time on the city council, Geiss helped balance the budget by reducing overtime expenses and reducing the use of city-issued cars rather than raising taxes. He helped to establish an early storm warning system and create a pedestrian-friendly walking path at Heritage Park. Geiss also implemented a city ethics ordinance for employees and elected officials to ensure that elected officials always keep our residents' best interests in mind.
Geiss is committed to working hard for Taylor, Romulus and the state of Michigan. He is dedicated to creating more good-paying jobs for Michigan workers, ensuring all children have access to a quality education, and making sure college and trade school are affordable so all residents can get the training they need to compete for 21st century jobs.