Joseph H. LeBlanc, a Plymouth Township business owner, is running for the Plymouth District Library Board in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.

Five candidates are competing for four four-year seats in the nonpartisan race. Voters may choose up to four candidates. The other candidates are Lynn Broniak-Hull, Yasir Khogali, Michael F. Pappas and Jessica Yaser, according to Wayne County’s official candidate list.

The library serves the city of Plymouth and Plymouth Township and is governed by a seven-member elected board, according to the library’s website.

LeBlanc responded to the Plymouth-Canton Post candidate questionnaire on Sept. 29. Unless otherwise noted, the information and responses below come from that questionnaire.

Asked why he is running, LeBlanc emphasized his business experience and service on nonprofit boards.

“My experience as a long time business owner, and experience on non-profit boards has prepared me to serve effectively and as a good steward of your tax dollars,” he said.

Candidate information

Residence: LeBlanc said he has lived in Plymouth Township for more than 40 years.

Age: LeBlanc reported being 63 when he completed the questionnaire.

Family: He said he and his wife, Lisa, have been married for more than 40 years and have one adult son.

Education: LeBlanc listed vocational education, college and technical seminars.

Occupation: LeBlanc described himself as the founder and owner of a technology consulting firm and a trade show promotion company, with more than 45 years of experience.

Previous public office: LeBlanc said he has not held elected or appointed government office.

Experience and public service

Asked what accomplishments prepare him for the position, LeBlanc cited more than 40 years of meeting payroll, managing employees and setting budgets.

He said his business background and experience on nonprofit boards would guide his approach to overseeing library finances.

On the issues

Library taxes and services: LeBlanc said he wants to reduce the library’s property tax millage for fiscal year 2027 while maintaining its core services.

“I will work to REDUCE the tax burden, without reducing core library functions,” he wrote.

His questionnaire response did not specify the size of the proposed reduction or identify budget changes that would offset the lost revenue.

Library priorities: LeBlanc said he would bring “Fresh ideas” while remaining “Grounded on the core mission of the library.”

Endorsements

LeBlanc reported endorsements from the Libertarian Party and Republican Party. His questionnaire did not identify the specific state or local party organizations.

This profile draws primarily on Joseph H. LeBlanc’s responses to the Plymouth-Canton Post candidate questionnaire, with additional information from Wayne County election records and Plymouth District Library. Responses have been excerpted and paraphrased; direct quotations retain his wording.