Barnett to become next Ludington mayor

Mark Barnett

Barnett to become next Ludington mayor

Steve Miller

LUDINGTON — Former Ludington police chief Mark Barnett will become the next Ludington mayor. According to unofficial results, Barnett defeated incumbent Steve Miller 2,029 to 1,398 (58%). Barnett served as police chief of the city for 19 years, retiring in 2020. Miller was elected mayor in 2018 and will end his term on Dec. 31. 

Results by wards: 

Precinct 1:

• Mark Barnett: 462
• Steve Miller (incumbent): 242

Precinct 2: 

• Barnett: 395
• Miller: 238

Precinct 3: 

• Barnett: 372
• Miller: 307

Precinct 4:

• Barnett: 263
• Miller: 166

Precinct 5: 

• Barnett: 273
• Miller: 200

Precinct 6:

• Barnett: 264
• Miller: 245

Results are unofficial.