Charles M. Brunner (born April 15, 1952) is a Democratic politician from Michigan currently serving in the Michigan House of Representatives. He is a former mayor of Bay City. Prior to his time in elected office, Brunner was a teacher for 30 years. Once mayor, he was a founding member of what was once known as the Mayors Automotive Coalition, now the Manufacturing Alliance of Communities, and started several other city initiatives including a community clean-up and an adopt-a-park program. Formerly a musician, Brunner played with the rock group Question Mark and the Mysterians.