For Tina Barton, Michigan is truly home. She loves the state's natural beauty, but it's the community that makes it truly special. It was ensuring her neighbors' voices could be heard that drove her to become an elections official.

Now, as Rochester Hills City Clerk, Tina's passion for elections is clear right away. For her, the most important part of the job is making sure voters feel safe, and know their vote is secure. Whether folks fill out their ballot at home, or in the ballot box, she works hard make sure voting is easy and safe.

They say that when you love what you do, it doesn't feel like work, and that's exactly the attitude Tina brings to Rochester City.