Meet Nick

My name is Nick Shelton and I am honored to serve as Mayor of The City of Niles, Michigan.

If you’ve been to Shelton’s Farm Market in the past 30 years, we’ve probably crossed paths. I started bagging groceries when I was five years old, and worked in different capacities over the years. The experience has taught me a lot about leadership, the importance of working well with others, and the ultimate key to success – taking care of and helping people.

I am a graduate of Brandywine High School and earned my degree in Economics & Management from Albion College in 2008. Following my heart, I returned to Niles to be a part of the family business and to be closer to my parents, grandparents, and six siblings. It is in Niles where I met the two loves of my life, my wife, Allison Hayes, and her amazing daughter, Emery. Returning to Niles was the best decision I've ever made. Allison and I were married in 2017, and she gave birth to our son, Rocky, in 2019, and our son, Mickey, in 2020.

Living in the City of Niles has been a game-changer for me. I’ve fallen in love with our downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. When I’m not working in my yard, you can find me biking or skateboarding along the riverfront, visiting with my aunt Kim and cousin Katie (both small business owners in Downtown Niles), enjoying a movie at Wonderland, picking up a slice from Pizza Transit, Front Street, Saylors, or CJ’s, grabbing a drink at at The Brass Eye, Iron Shoe, or The Tavern, singing karaoke at The Nugget, and caffeinating with a cup of coffee from Brew Ha Ha, Gabrizio, or Apothica Teas. I’ve discovered that our city has a lot to offer, and I know we’re just getting started.

As Mayor, it is my goal to positively impact the City of Niles, and to be a champion for the people of our city. I am confident that our experienced City Council and I will accomplish a lot over the next several years. But your help is crucial.

I encourage you, as Niles residents, to get involved. Come to meetings. Call and email your council members and me. Join a committee. Attend city events. Care for your Niles properties. Shop local businesses. Start your own business. Love your City! After all, if we don't love Niles, how can we expect outsiders to?

The future of Niles is now, and I am so happy to be a part of it. I am looking forward to the days, weeks, months, and years ahead! I look forward to hearing from you and encourage you to contact me. I want to know your concerns and your suggestions for the improvement of Niles. Please email me at mayor@nilesmi.org. Thank you!