Domonique is the first out LGBTQ+ County Clerk in the History of the State of Michigan!
Biography
Domonique Clemons was appointed Genesee County Clerk/Register of Deeds on Dec 6, 2023. As Clerk/ Register, Clemons oversees the maintenance, upkeep, and issuance of the County’s vital records, legal records, and property records, as well as serving as the Chief Election Official of the County. Born and raised in Flint Michigan, Domonique attended Flint Southwestern High School and holds a Public Policy Degree from Michigan State University, as well as a master’s degree in Political Management from George Washington University. Domonique has several years of Government and advocacy experience, and previously served as Genesee County Commissioner (District 4) and Chairperson of the Board of Commissioners. While on the Board of Commissioners, Clemons championed many projects and initiatives such as the creation of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commission, crime prevention measures focused on community policing, the purchase of a new county administration building, the equitable distribution of American Rescue Plan Act funds, and funding several programs and projects including the largest blight elimination plan in Genesee County history, and the Redevelopment of Buick City all while passing a balanced budget. Clemons has also served in roles such as Director of Government Affairs for the Flint and Genesee Group, Director of DEI for the Michigan House of Representatives, Legislative Director for State Representative Alex Garza, Strategy Assistant for the Michigan College Access Network, and Communications Specialist in the Michigan Senate. Domonique is continuing to build a brighter future for Genesee County. He understands the challenges that so many small businesses, families, and residents in our community face on a day-to-day basis and is dedicated to working towards solutions. As County Clerk/Register, Domonique is committed to streamlining office processes, ensuring secure elections, and making it easier for Genesee County residents to receive services. Clerk/Register Clemons currently serves on several local boards and commissions including Flint Rotary Club Board of Directors, Genesee County Parks Commission, Genesee County Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Commission, Michigan Electronic Recording Commission, and Michigan Manufactured Housing Commission.