D.J. was appointed to the City Commission on September 3, 2013 to fill the unexpired term of Commissioner Eileen Marshall. He was elected to serve a 4 year term on November 5, 2013, November 7, 2017 and November 2, 2021.
D.J. is a fireman for the Clio Area Fire Authority. He also serves on the Zoning Board of Appeals and Veterans Board.