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Thurston County Official Local Voters’ Pamphlet Primary Election August 3, 2021 Published by the Thurston County Auditor’s Office 2400 Evergreen Park Dr SW Olympia, WA 98502 360.786.5408 711 Washington Relay www.ThurstonVotes.org Elections@co.thurston.wa.us
August 3, 2021 Primary Election
Position Descriptions............................................ 2
Heads up! There are no longer registration
Letter from the Auditor ........................................ 3
deadlines unless registering remotely.
Accessible Voting.................................................. 4
Ballot Drop Box Locations..................................... 5 July 26: Last day for remote registrations and
Election Dates ...................................................... 6 updates to existing registrations online, by
Port of Olympia, District 3 .................................... 8 mail, at voter registration drives, etc. Must
City of Olympia..................................................... 10 be received by an election official. In person
City of Yelm .......................................................... 18 registration available until 8 p.m. on Election
Day.
Map ..................................................................... 20
City of Yelm .......................................................... 22 August 3rd (Election Day) - Last day to register
Olympia School District No. 111 ........................... 26 or update your address in person. This must
Rochester School District No. 401 ......................... 30 be done at a county auditor’s office, voting
Fire Protection District No. 6 - East Olympia ......... 32 center or other auditor designated location.
Local Measures
Introduction ......................................................... 33
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Thurston County - Medic One ............................... 34 For a list of the people and organizations that
Fire Protection District 12 ..................................... 36 donated to state and local candidates and
Fire Protection District No. 13 - Griffin .................. 37 ballot measure campaigns, visit
www.pdc.wa.gov.
S.E. Thurston Fire Authority.................................. 38
Position Descriptions
Port Commissioners: Port districts are empowered to levy taxes, promote economic
development, create incidental park and recreation facilities, and adopt and enforce
regulations for moorage and toll facilities. The commissioners set objectives, policies, and
overall port direction through comprehensive plans.
City & Town Councils: Thurston County has two types of city government: council-
manager or mayor-council. Under both, the council is the legislative and policy making
body.
School District Directors: Five directors make a board whose responsibilities include:
budget, policy development, curriculum approval, planning and communications for the
school district.
Fire District Commissioners: Commissioners oversee districts that provide fire prevention
services, fire suppression, emergency medical services and the protection of life and
property in the county. With voter approval, they may issue bonds and make excess levies.
2A message from Auditor Mary Hall
Dear Voters,
Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020 was a great example of how our election system works best.
Last year we saw record turnout. We had 75% turnout the day before Election Day and almost 84% when we
certified.
The number of registered voters in Thurston County surpassed 200,000.
We mailed our ballots earlier than normal due to a USPS reorganization and voters returned them promptly.
We improved transparency by live-streaming the Ballot Processing Center so you can watch in real time.
Despite how well our election system performed last year, I know our democracy is fragile. Voters like you are the
glue that holds it together. In Thurston County you can be confident your elections are free, fair, safe, and secure.
Democracy works when people show up by voting. Many voters in Thurston County were first time voters last year.
Congratulations! This year I hope you will continue to be a voter.
And while last year’s elections got a lot of attention and participation, this year’s elections are also important!
The candidates on the ballot this year are the closest government to you. Mayors, City Council members, Port
Commissioners, Fire Commissioners, and School Board members will be making a lot of important decisions on your
behalf. Issues that you care about, like access to housing, homelessness, environmental protection and education,
are all impacted by the people on this year’s ballot.
This Voters Pamphlet contains information on local elected offices, what each office does, and information submitted
by the candidates themselves. It provides an opportunity to get to know the candidates.
Once you have returned your ballot you can be sure it will be counted. I value our Vote-by-Mail environment and the
strong rules and laws that govern our elections in Washington State. Because we check the signature on every ballot
envelope, we know each ballot we count was filled out by the intended voter. Our signature checkers are trained by
the Washington State Patrol Fraud division.
Our election system in Washington State is as close as you can get to a perfect balance between access to voting and
security of elections. Remember, you can register to vote up to 8:00 pm on Election Day.
If you have any questions about our election process, please don’t hesitate to contact my office at 360.786.5408 or
Elections@co.thurston.wa.us.
Respectfully,
Mary Hall, CERA
Elections Ballot Processing Center Financial Services Licensing and Recording
2400 Evergreen Park Dr. SW 2905 29th Avenue SW, Ste E & F 929 Lakeridge Dr SW, Rm 226 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW, Bldg 1, Rm 106
Olympia WA, 98502 Tumwater, WA 98512 Olympia, WA 98502 Olympia, WA 98502
Phone: 360.786.5408 Phone: 360.786.5408 Phone: 360.786.5402 Licensing phone: 360.786.5406
Fax: 360.754.4591 Fax: 360.705.3518 Fax: 360.357.2481 Recording Phone: 360.786.5405
Fax: 360.786.5223
3Mailing your ballot?
Vote early!
Don’t forget to check the pickup time listed
on the mailbox! Ballots must be
postmarked by Election Day to be counted.
Missed the pickup time? Use a drop box!
Drop box locations are listed on the next page.
Voting on Election Day? Use a drop box!
Need assistance voting?
Come to the Thurston County Auditor’s Office to vote, or call to set up an
appointment to use the ExpressVoteTM.
The ExpressVote™ is a voting assistance device that enables voters with visual
impairments, cognitive/learning disabilities, or limited mobility to vote independently and
with privacy.
Voters are welcome to call us to set up an appointment or visit us at our NEW location:
Thurston County Auditor’s Office
Elections Division
2400 Evergreen Park Dr SW
Olympia, WA 98502
Questions? Contact us:
Elections@co.thurston.wa.us
360.786.5408 711 Washington Relay
4Ballot Drop Boxes
Lacey Area
Lacey Fire 3, Station 34.................................................................................................. 8447 Steilacoom Rd SE
Lacey Fire 3, Station 35.................................................................................................. 3701 Willamette Dr NE
Lacey City Hall ........................................................................................................................ 420 College St SE
Lacey Post Office ..................................................................................................................5815 Lacey Blvd SE
Martin Village ...................................................................................................................... 5600 Martin Way E
Woodland Retirement & Assisted Living ...............................................................................4532 Intelco Lp SE
Olympia Area
Church of the Good Shepherd................................................................................................. 1601 North St SE
Crain’s Office Supply................................................................................................................... 1006 4th Ave E
Gloria Dei Lutheran Church ........................................................................................... 1515 Harrison Ave NW
Haggen NW Fresh......................................................................................................1313 Cooper Point Rd SW
Olympia City Hall ......................................................................................................................... 601 4th Ave E
The Evergreen State College.................................................................................... 2700 McCann Plaza Dr NW
Thurston County Courthouse ..........................................................................................2000 Lakeridge Dr SW
South Puget Sound Community College......................................................................... 2011 Mottman Rd SW
Tumwater Area
McLane Black Lake Fire, Station 95 ............................................................................ 5911 Black Lake Blvd SW
Tumwater Timberland Library ..................................................................................... 7023 New Market St SW
Tumwater School Administration ..................................................................................... 621 Linwood Ave SW
South County Area
Bucoda.......................................................................................................................................... 103 S Main St
Tenino School District Administration ................................................................................... 301 Old Hwy 99 N
Southeast County
Lackamas Elementary............................................................................................. 16240 Bald Hill Rd SE, Yelm
Nisqually Tribal Admin Bldg........................................................................................4820 She Nah Num Dr SE
Rainier City Hall .................................................................................................................. 102 Rochester St W
Yelm School Administration.............................................................................................................. 110 1st St N
Southwest County
Grand Mound Center ....................................................................................19949 Old Hwy 99 SW, Rochester
Littlerock Fire 11............................................................................................. 10828 Littlerock Rd SW, Olympia
Rochester Fire 1, Station 3..................................................................................................18346 Albany St SW
Steamboat Island
Griffin Fire 13, Station 1................................................................................................ 3707 Steamboat Lp NW
North County
South Bay Fire 8, Station 81................................................................................................ 3506 Shincke Rd NE
South Bay Fire 8, Station 83..................................................................................... 5046 Boston Harbor Rd NE
Drop boxes are the best way to ensure your ballot will get
to us on time! Drop boxes are very secure and emptied by
teams of two trained elections officials. Boxes are open 24/7
beginning July 14 and close promptly at 8 p.m. on Election
Day, August 3, 2021.
5Important
Election
Dates
July 14 Ballots mailed
July 26 Last day for remote registrations and updates to existing registrations online, by
mail, at voter registration drives, etc. Must be received by an election official. In
person registration available until 8 p.m. on Election Day.
August 3 You can register or change your address until 8 p.m. This must be done
Election Day in person at a county’s Auditor’s Office, voting center, or other location
designated by the Auditor.
August 5 Random Audit Check (details on page 7)
August 17 County Certification
August 20 Secretary of State Certification
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If you see disinformation, report it to us! If you see a false or
misleading article, facebook
post, or anything else about
disinfo@co.thurston.wa.us Thurston County Elections,
let us know.
6DEMOCRACY CALLING:
OBSERVERS NEEDED.
Thurston County Elections needs you!
Observe our pre-election test and post-election audit!
What is a Post Election Audit?
A Post Election Audit is conducted to ensure that the tabulation system is counting ballots accurately.
In accordance with state law, it’s conducted no later than 48 hours after Election Day. Three precincts
are chosen at random. One race or measure is selected for the audit. Those ballots are ran through the
scanners and a report is printed from the tabulation system. The results are placed into an envelope
and sealed. The ballots are then hand counted for the specified race/measure to ensure they match the
machine count.
Why do we do this?
A Post Election Audit ensures the accuracy of the tabulation system.
We also conduct tests prior to the election to ensure votes are counted correctly.
The Logic and Accuracy Test is conducted prior to the election to ensure that the election programming is
correct and the tabulation system is counting the ballots accurately. This test is open to the public.
Why are we requesting observers?
Our goal is for the public to understand the election process. This public audit is a great way to learn more
about how elections are free, fair, safe, and secure. As an observer, you will be able to ask us questions
about what you are seeing and witness the path of the ballot’s end journey first hand. Anyone can observe
the entire election process. Call 360.786.5408 if you would like to watch how your ballot is processed.
Interested?
The Random Audit Check will take place on August 5 at 9 a.m. If you are interested in being an observer,
you may attend in person (see page 29 for COVID-19 rules); contact our office for details. You may also
attend by watching our livestream on Facebook.
Please check our website for information about the pre-election Logic and Accuracy Test and the
post-election audit.
Details to follow at Facebook.com/TCAuditor.
About the 2021 Primary Election:
In each race, you may vote for any one candidate listed. The two candidates
who receive the most votes in the August Primary will advance to the
November General Election.
Candidate statements are printed exactly as submitted to our office. We
do not make corrections of any kind or verify statements for truth or fact.
If you have questions, contact us. We’re here for you.
360.786.5408 Elections@co.thurston.wa.us
7Port of Olympia | Port Commissioner District No. 3 | Four Year Term
Amy Joel
Evans Hansen
Elected Experience Elected Experience
First political campaign Precinct Committee Officer
Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience
Small business owner, Bon Lemon; Commercial Real Estate Port of Olympia Citizens Advisory Committee and Tumwater
Broker; Attorney: General Practice; Interim Executive Director, Planning Commission. Business management background
Big Brothers Big Sisters Southwest Washington includes leading Business Development for the Nutritional
Therapy Association and Mt. Capra Products and Investment
Education Representative for First Allied Securities. Currently develop
University of Montana School of Law, J.D.; Montana State solar energy projects for CapStone Solar.
University, B.S. Agriculture; Capital High School, Diploma
Education
Community Service Studied Environmental Science, Business, and Finance at
Big Brothers Big Sisters Southwest Washington, President/ South Puget Sound Community College, and Evergreen State
Board; Providence St. Peter Foundation, Board; Olympia College. Studying to become a Savory Institute Accredited
Downtown Alliance, Board/Committee Chair; Community Professional.
Foundation Southwest Washington, Board; Thurston
County Roundtable, President/Board; City of Olympia- One Community Service
Community Plan Work Group, year-long effort aimed at Thurston Thrives Coordinating Council, Tumwater Farmers
finding community agreement around how to best respond Market Board and South Sound Food Systems Network. Prior
to homelessness crisis and its impact on individuals and the service: Thurston Conservation District, Tulip Credit Union
community as a whole. Board, Olympia Parks and Recreation Committee, United
Communities AIDS Network.
Statement
Integrity. Collaboration. Action. Statement
My life has been shaped by these values, and they are what The Port of Olympia is uniquely positioned at the intersection
our community should expect of their Port Commissioners. of economic development and environmental conservation.
I believe good governance does not mean furthering a As your Port Commissioner, I’ll work to drive positive change
particular agenda. It means listening and working to weave in those areas. What does that look like? For one, cultivating
different points of view together, creating policy reflecting living-wage jobs. This means attracting and supporting
our entire community. I have the proven experience businesses that take care of people and the environment. To
necessary to form diverse alliances, create solutions, and grow our future, we will need a holistic approach.
take action. Transparency, accountability, and compassion are the heart
My vision for the Port is one of prosperity through utilizing of public service. That’s why I promise open communication
the Port’s assets efficiently to generate revenue, remediating about the Port’s activities and to listen to tax-payers.
and mitigating our environmental impact through wise This goes beyond just how we do business, but who we
stewardship, and delivering public good through interactive do business with. We want our vendors, contacts, and
access to Port resources. I am committed to reaching a connections to reflect the populations we serve, while being
mutually beneficial outcome with a comprehensive strategy good stewards of our financial and natural resources.
to manage the future of Capitol Lake/Deschutes Estuary. I’m the father of a 4-year-old and husband to a brilliant
With a fresh perspective and a commitment to collaboration, spouse and partner. It is in part because of my family that I
more is possible. have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and
Endorsements from Leatta Dahlhoff, Tumwater belonging. As we’ve watched the abuse of power, climate
Councilmember, Bill McGregor, Port Commissioner, District 2, disasters, and racial inequities unfold over the last few years,
and Cheryl Selby, Olympia Mayor, highlight multijurisdictional we’re recommitted to our belief that environmental justice is
confidence in my ability to listen and bring people together social justice, and I will work tirelessly to advance both.
with an actionable plan. I am excited to represent our whole Contact
community in creating a path forward that serves us all. Let’s PO BOX 15115
Do This Together! Vote Amy Evans for Port Commissioner, Tumwater, WA 98511
District 3 360.970.3321 joel@votejoel.org
Contact www.votejoel.org
PO BOX 13041
Olympia, WA 98508
360.712.7008 amy@collaborationcampaign.com
www.collaborationcampaign.com`
8Port of Olympia | Port Commissioner District No. 3 | Four Year Term
Notice to Voters
Melissa
Denton
Only voters living in Port
Commissioner District No. 3 will
Elected Experience have a port commissioner race on
Vice President and President: Church Board and Young their Primary Election ballots.
Lawyers. Board Member: League of Women Voters,
Neighborhood Association. Precinct Committee Officer. In the Primary Election, Port
Other Professional Experience Commissioners are voted by
Owner, two long-term local businesses. Family lawyer.
Temporary Superior Court Commissioner. Tech support. district. Voters who live in District
Waitress. ICEE polar bear mascot.
3 will see District 3 candidates
Education
Law Degree and Bachelor’s Degree (History, minor in on their ballots. Voters in
Psychology) - University of Oklahoma. Scholarship to Oxford
University, England. Year of law school - University of Puget
Districts 1 & 2 will not have a
Sound. Blackbelt - Shorin Ryu Karate. Port Commissioner race on their
Community Service ballots.
Tumwater Planning Commissioner. Mentor/teacher for
volunteer lawyers. Fundraiser for local charities. Lawyer
for The Olympia Free Clinic (medical). Volunteer mediator.
In the General Election, Port
Consumer Advisory Committee, Group Health. Homeschool Commissioner races No. 2 & 3 will
competitions judge. appear on all ballots.
Statement
A well-functioning Port is vital for Thurston County. With this
election, we have the opportunity to elect Commissioners
For more information and to see a
who can function as a team and conquer tough challenges. map of the districts, visit our site:
With my expertise in problem-solving, I will work with my
fellow commissioners to bring stability and wise ThurstonVotes.org.
decision-making to our Port, so Thurston County prospers as
our population grows. You may also check your district at
I’ve created new ways to combine technologies and
pioneered conflict resolution methods - with real results.
VoteWA.gov.
My extensive knowledge of law and business and my years
of working on diverse community projects empower me to
navigate government complexities successfully. Scan this code to go directly to a map of
Our Port needs my capable leadership to improve its the Port Commissioner Districts!
finances, enhance community amenities, and take a stand on
important issues like climate change and controversies about
Capitol Lake. I’ll be your representative at the Port, including
you in the process. No more special interests. I’ll protect and
pursue the true value of our Port’s resources.
Please join me to Listen, Learn and Lead our Port into a better
future. Endorsed by Senator Sam Hunt and Representative
Laurie Dolan. A vote for Melissa Denton is a vote for
leadership and results. Thank you
Contact
2401 Bristol CT SW STE A-101
Olympia, WA 98502
360.753.2828 melissaforcommissioner@gmail.com
www.melissaforcommissioner.com
9City of Olympia | City Council Position No. 2 | Two Year Unexpired Term
Robbi Yen
Kesler Huynh
Elected Experience Elected Experience
Robbi Kesler is running in her first election for public office. Olympia City Council, appointed January 2021. Council
assignments: General Government, Land Use and
Other Professional Experience Environment, Thurston Economic Development Council
Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation, general Board, Thurston Climate Action Steering Committee,
counsel and legal department director. Non-partisan counsel Coalition of Neighborhood Associations.
at the Washington State House of Representatives, staffing
assignments included the Consumer Protection and Business Other Professional Experience
Committee and the Local Government Committee. Equity and Social Justice Consultant, WA Department
of Corrections. Prior: Olympia Planning Commissioner;
Education increasing statewide business diversity, WA Office of Minority
Shelton High School, 2000; University of Washington, Seattle, and Women’s Business Enterprises; improving education
WA, B.A. Sociology, minor in American Indian Studies, 2004; opportunities for marginalized youth, ESD 113; poverty
Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law, Arizona State University, reduction and healthcare improvement advocacy.
Tempe, AZ, J.D., 2006
Education
Community Service First generation college graduate. The Evergreen State
Past-president of Junior League of Olympia and past Funding College: MPA - Public Policy, BA - Entrepreneurship/Business
VP of ORLA PTA. Management. SPSCC: AA - Business.
Statement Community Service
I am a member of the Skokomish Indian Tribe and grew up Olympia Area Chinese Association, Olympia Film Society,
in the South Sound. I have personal knowledge of Olympia’s National Education for Women’s Leadership Institute.
past. And I am invested in Olympia’s future.
I chose a life in Olympia for the schools [for my children], Statement
community atmosphere, nature/environment, and I care deeply about our City’s future — its natural resources
opportunities that abound. I own a home (after renting when and residents. I value a city government that all people
I was younger) and my spouse co-owns a local business. I will can see themselves in. I was born in Olympia from refugee
champion policies providing long-term benefits—for all those parents. It’s an honor to contribute my skills and experiences
with a vested interest in Olympia’s future. to our community’s long-term successes. Since being
appointed to the Council, I have worked with my colleagues
I would like to see a more inclusive city government. We must to bring more people into our city planning processes,
have objective measurements of progress the public can approved a hazard-pay ordinance for grocery store workers,
track. Transparent governance will help with all issues facing supported the Thurston Climate Mitigation Plan, and more.
the City. I have experience working with governing bodies at
multiple levels of government; drafting laws, budgeting, and My top priorities are public health and safety, economic
working with government officials. I am a licensed attorney recovery and sustainability as growth occurs, and climate
in the State of Washington with a broad base of legal training justice. Together, we can amplify often unheard voices,
and specific professional experience that is relevant to address the housing crisis, reduce homelessness, support
serving on the City Council. our small business community, and strengthen arts and
cultures. I believe this approach deeply resonates across
Olympia will benefit from having a voice on City Council that our community. It will help us come together, promote
is a minority, has a law degree, has legal experience related community healing, advance social justice, and achieve
to governance, and is invested in Olympia. I respectfully creative solutions.
request your vote. I bring a fresh perspective and a human-centered approach. I
Contact sincerely ask for your vote.
1801 Evergreen Park CT SW APT 23 Endorsements: Lieutenant Governor Heck, Senator Hunt,
Olympia, WA 98502 Senator Das, Former Senator Fraser, Representative Bateman,
360.490.3650 kesler4council@gmail.com Former Olympia Mayor Foutch, Lacey Deputy Mayor Pratt,
kesler4council.com Olympia School Board Vice President Flores, Thurston County
Democratic Women.
Contact
120 State AVE NE #1424
Olympia, WA 98501
360.292.0565 hello@yenforolympia.com
www.yenforolympia.com
10City of Olympia | City Council Position No. 2 | Two Year Unexpired Term
Bruce D.
Wilkinson Jr.
Elected Experience
Election security is
first time
Other Professional Experience
important.
Public School Bus Driver, proud union member and arborist.
Education
The Evergreen State College, 2010, BA, focus in political
Did you know:
economics, ecology and Latin America studies. Americorps
education award. Gilman Scholarship.
Community Service
• All ballots are handled in teams of
Board member of NW Alliance for Alternative Media and
Education. Long time grassroots organizer. two?
Statement
From Occupy Wall Street to the movements of today, I’ve
had the pleasure to be an organizer within the grassroots. • The ballot processing center and the
Recently I served as Campaign Manager for Power to the
Public, a fight against the foreign ownership of our electric
utility. Through organizing in this beloved community I have
voting center are monitored by video
grown with it.
But a different type of growth is changing our town. The city
cameras 24/7?
sells our fertile ground to wealthy developers, all that they
grow is invasive and parasitic. It is devouring our land and
our future. When growth is instead rooted in the traditions,
people, place and resources of our city, development is the
• Election workers are trained by WA
bloom of our life’s efforts.
One hindrance of all growth will be the future of drenching
State Patrol to identify fraudulent
winters and drought summers. No one will come from above
to save us. We need to roll up our sleeves, get our hands dirty signatures?
and save ourselves.
Finally, all of Olympia is filled by the Artesian waters that
spring up the creative arts, music and culture. This past year How else are we keeping elections safe?
hurt the heart of the south sound. Things like the Procession
of the Species need a no strings attached commitment by the
city.
Find out. Visit us at ThurstonVotes.org
Contact
1215 Marion ST NE
Olympia, WA 98506 TCAuditor
360.545.3267 bruce@brucecampaign.org
http://www.BruceCampaign.org
@TCAuditor
Free, fair, safe, & secure 11City of Olympia | City Council Position No. 5 | Four Year Term
Lisa Wendy
Parshley Carlson
Elected Experience Elected Experience
Olympia City Council, position #5 –2018-present. This is Wendy’s first run.
Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience
Council committees - Finance (2018-present), Land Use and Wendy is a retired state employee. She worked for 20 years
Environment (2018-2019), Public Safety Ad Hoc (chair 2021); as a Community Corrections Officer where she helped people
Regional committees and commissions: Lacey, Olympia, turn their lives around.
Tumwater, and Thurston Clean Water Alliance (2018-present),
T-Comm (2018), Olympia and Beyond (2018), Joint Animal Education
Shelter Commission (2018-present as Chair), and Thurston Wendy graduated from Olympia High School and earned a
County Regional Climate Mitigation Steering Committee Sociology degree from CWU.
(2018-present, Chair) Community Service
Education Wendy and her wife, Stacy, raised two sons in Olympia.
Bachelor of Arts – University of Montana; PhD (Biochemistry) Wendy was active in PTO, the Booster Board, and youth
– Oregon Health Sciences University; DVM – Colorado State coaching. Wendy volunteered with Homeless Backpacks. She
University; Board Certified Animal Oncologist – Michigan and Stacy are retired public employees. Stacy was a Captain
State University in the Tacoma Fire Department. Both were very active in their
unions. Wendy in WFSE and Stacy in IAFF Local 31.
Community Service Statement
Point-in time count - animal health tent; Volunteer - Covenant
Creatures; Community Cancer fundraisers Wendy Carlson: our neighbor, retired state worker, and
lifelong Olympian. Wendy’s family has lived here for over 100
Statement years and she and her wife Stacy raised two sons in Olympia.
I am running for re-election to Olympia City Council because Today, Wendy is running to ensure Olympia remains a great
I envision a future where Olympia is a diverse, equitable, place to live and work for another 100 years.
inclusive community that has reimagined public safety, is Wendy is a lifelong Democrat and will be our first openly
addressing climate change, working to end homelessness lesbian member of the council. She has earned the support
and solve the housing crisis, and has a strong, sustainable, of organized labor, business owners and both Democrats and
resilient, progressive economy. My campaign has been Republicans who know our city needs a more competent city
endorsed by most of my fellow elected officials, many local council. She really is our best choice to unite people.
unions, and state/local Women’s, LGTBQ+, and political
organizations. Wendy’s priorities are exactly what we need: addressing
homelessness, police reform, and protecting our quality of
As Chair of the Council’s Public Safety Committee, I am life. Wendy earned a reputation for uniting compassion and
leading the process to examine our relationship with our accountability as a Community Corrections Officer. This is
police department. I passionately believe in our community’s exactly what Olympia needs to genuinely help the homeless
ability to reimagine public safety in a way that will bring and make the city safer. Wendy worked closely with law
everyone to the table. enforcement. She is uniquely well qualified to help reform
COVID-19 has impacted everyone, and our small business the police and ensure every member of our community
owners were some of the hardest hit. Now is the time to is treated with dignity. As a mom, Wendy knows just how
support our newly opening economy. We are in a unique important city services like parks and recreation are to all of
moment, facing once in a lifetime challenges, and as we us and our “quality of life.”
rebuild, we can put systems in place to both strengthen
our economy and small business community while ensuring Contact
that no one is left behind, and our natural environment is PO BOX 6182
protected. Olympia, WA 98507
360.810.8018 wendy@carlsonforcouncil.org
As a council member, I work for you. I would be honored to www.carlsonforcouncil.org
have your vote once again.
Contact
120 State AVE NE #101
Olympia, WA 98501
503.729.0238 rob@sullivanCampaignServices.com
https://www.lisaparshley.com/
12City of Olympia | City Council Position No. 5 | Four Year Term
Talauna
Reed Three Ways
to Register to Vote:
Online
This is the fastest way to register to
Elected Experience
Thurston County Progressives Member at Large vote. Log on to VoteWA.gov. You will
Other Professional Experience need a state-issued driver license or ID
2021 YWCA Olympia Womxn of Achievement; Direct service
provider at Interfaith Works Emergency Shelter; Community card to complete the process.
organizer and activist
Education
Graduate of Mt. Tahoma High School; BA in Organizational In Person
Management - Ashford University You may register in person up to 8 p.m.
Community Service on Election Day. We’re located at 2400
Core Organizer for Olympia Showing Up for Racial Justice
(SURJ); Founding member of Black Leaders in Action & Evergreen Dr SW, Olympia, WA
Solidarity of Thurston County (BLAST); Organizer for the
Olympia Women’s March; Matriarch of Justice For Yvonne
McDonald
Statement
By Mail
I am a proud single mother of twins, both headed to college Forms are available online. You may
this fall, and a direct service provider serving Olympia’s
homeless and most vulnerable residents. My formal print and mail them to:
education, unique life experiences, and knowledge of local
housing, behavioral health and substance abuse issues will
2000 Lakeridge Dr SW
inform my every decision. As a woman who has personally Olympia, WA 98502.
experienced the harm caused by poverty, racism and housing
insecurity, I will ensure that the life of every Olympian is
valued and protected. I promise that I will fight to prevent
Olympia from becoming a city that only the wealthy can call Already Registered To Vote?
home. Take a moment and log on to
As a community organizer, my guiding principle is “Nothing
About Us, Without Us” and I am dedicated to lifting the voices VoteWA.gov and see if your address is
of all Olympians. Whether protecting the environment for
future generations, requiring developers to pay for affordable
correct. This will ensure that your ballot
housing, or prioritizing community investment over policing reaches you.
and mass incarceration, I will ensure that no policy is made
without meaningfully including our most impacted citizens
and community stakeholders in the decision making process.
After years of fighting for racial justice in our community, I am
Questions?
ready to bring this fight to City Hall. Together we will build an Contact us! 360.786.5408
Olympia for everyone! Thank you for your vote.
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Contact
PO BOX 1552
Olympia, WA 98507
360.233.5498 talaunaforcitycouncil@gmail.com
www.talauna4thepeople.com
13City of Olympia | City Council Position No. 6 | Four Year Term
Corey Dontae
Gauny Payne
Elected Experience Elected Experience
No information submitted. None.
Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience
I lived overseas for 19 years, learned three languages, and I served in the U.S. Army for 6 years with two tours to
worked with globally diverse groups of people from various Afghanistan as part of Operation Enduring Freedom. I
cultures and races. As a Land Steward for Capital Land Trust I now serve as a Deputy District Director in the U.S. House
work to be a good steward of our planet. of Representatives. I previously served as a Regional
Representative in the Washington State Office of the
Education Governor.
Community College of the Air Force; Pacific Lutheran
University: MBA Innovation and Technology Management, Education
BA Management/Human Resources. Project Management Master of Public Administration (MPA), The Evergreen State
Institute - Project Management Professional Certification; College; Bachelor of Arts (BA), The Evergreen State College; I
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt am the first person in my immediate family to earn a 4-year
college degree.
Community Service
Project Management Institute, VP Finance; Capital High Community Service
School Parent Teacher Organization, Treasurer; Crisis Clinic of Board Member, Olympia Hands On Children’s Museum
Thurston & Mason county, Treasurer; Harley Owners Group, Statement
Aviano Airbase; Fire Fighters Association, VP Olympia is a wonderful place to live and I’m proud to call
Statement it home. My family and I moved here during my service in
The people of Olympia know our city government is failing to the Army. We were immediately drawn to Olympia’s unique
help the unhoused, keep our community safe, and provide character and beauty.
affordable housing. My family has lived in Olympia since the These last few years, we’ve seen significant changes to our
1980’s. Like all of us, I know the city used to run better. community including increased homelessness, rising costs,
My approach to homelessness will be to address addiction small businesses closing, and growing concern for public
and mental health – going to the root cause of our problems. safety. That said, I know we have the tools and the leadership
To keep our community safe I want to reform policing, never to get Olympia back on track after this pandemic. Olympia is
defund the police. We must make more humane choices for defined by our strong sense of community and dedication to
housing, people need affordable homes inside city limits. The celebrating the diversity and character of every resident of
human and environmental cost of anti-housing policies are our city.
too great. These are diverse ideas, which can unite our city. In my vision for Olympia, people’s basic needs are met. I’m
My life has been dedicated to public service: 22 years as an excited to take my experience at the federal, state, and
Air Force firefighter, an Environmental Program Consultant local levels of government to lead on the complex issues
and now a Management Analyst for Washington State. I am we are facing. We can rebound even stronger by reducing
a lifelong learner, a good listener, with a proven record of homelessness and building more affordable housing,
working with diverse groups of people to find evidence-based protecting our environment, improving public safety,
solutions to our challenges. supporting our small businesses, and ensuring our city
government is accountable and transparent. I humbly ask for
My neighbors asked me to run for the city council because your vote.
saving lives and solving problems is what I’m about. If elected
I will address homelessness, crime, violence and vandalism, Endorsed by: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland,
and affordable housing. Lt. Governor Denny Heck, Senator Sam Hunt, State
Representatives Laurie Dolan and Jessica Bateman, and
Contact Olympia City Councilmembers.
2103 Harrison AVE NW STE# 2 PMB 624
Olympia, WA 98502 Contact
360.810.8025 corey@coreyforcouncil.org 120 State AVE NE #1507
coreyforcouncil.org Olympia, WA 98501
360.386.5042 dontae4olympia@gmail.com
www.dontae4olympia.com
14City of Olympia | City Council Position No. 6 | Four Year Term
Sarah
DeStasio
Elected Experience
First-time candidate with background in public service
Other Professional Experience
Caregiver for elders and people with disabilities; co-founder
of Capital Homecare Cooperative, a worker-owned homecare
agency; supported living management; Washington
Frontiers in Innovation, policy research on early childhood
development and social-emotional learning
Education
Masters in Public Administration, The Evergreen State College
Community Service
Service projects through Temple Beth Hatfiloh; member of
the Olympia Democratic Socialists; Food not Bombs volunteer
Statement
I am a person of uncompromising integrity, transparency
and commitment - to my own values, to working across
differences, to my hometown and to you. I will fight for the
Notice to Voters:
highest quality of life for you and those you love including Candidate statements are printed
housing you can afford, streets safe for everyone and wages
that let you enjoy our vibrant downtown and our city’s exactly as submitted to our office.
natural beauty - things that should be within reach for every
Olympian.
We do not make corrections of any
I went from caregiver to small business owner when I kind or verify statements for truth
co-founded Capital Homecare Cooperative, a worker owned
business serving elders and people with disabilities. I served or fact.
as co-chair of the Olympia Democratic Socialists of America
(DSA), where I worked with everyone from community
organizers to Councilmembers to help working people fight
for equality, better jobs, and a sustainable future.
As your Councilmember, I will work to protect our forests and
shoreline, increase affordable housing, stand up for working
people and make sure our economy recovers from COVID-19.
Whether you’re on the picket line, the Capitol steps or at City
Hall I will be there with you, fighting for us and the city we
love.
Thank you for your vote.
Contact
1435 Conger AVE NW
Olympia, WA 98502
destasio4council@gmail.com
https://www.sarahforthecity.com
15City of Olympia | City Council Position No. 7 | Four Year Term
Jim Spence
Cooper Weigand
Elected Experience Elected Experience
Elected 2011, reelected 2013 and 2017. Current chair None. But excited about my first run for elected office.
of: City Council Finance Committee, Regional Housing
Council, Olympic Region Clean Air Agency Board, City’s Law Other Professional Experience
Enforcement and Firefighters Disability Board, Thurston Fourth generation Olympian. Returned home in 1996 after
County Solid Waste Advisory Committee, and president of 13 years with Costco as a Warehouse Manager during the
the Olympia Metropolitan Parks District company’s start up period. Running a successful real estate
business since coming home. Member of the Thurston
Other Professional Experience County Realtors Association, Grievance Committee examining
Eagle Scout with 30 years of executive corporate, government ethics complaints against peers. Single parent to three
and nonprofit leadership experience. Serves on Governor’s wonderful adult children, now married.
Poverty Reduction Work Group and the Secretary of State’s
Combined Fund Drive Advisory Council Education
B.A. Whitman College – 1982.
Education Community Service
Associated Degree, Liberal Arts; Emergency Medical
Technician Certificate; graduate Leadership Thurston County Washington Performing Arts Center – Board member; United
Way Thurston County – former Board member and Campaign
Community Service Chairman; active supporter of the Thurston County Food
Nonprofit volunteer and donor, Army Veteran, Americorps Bank and Boys and Girls Club of Thurston County.
VISTA, Business Examiner’s 40 under 40
Statement
Statement Like you, I expect our city council to provide practical and
Thank you, it is an honor to ask for your vote again. It is commonsense solutions to our community’s opportunities
true Olympia faces many challenges as we navigate the and problems. But for the last 10 years the city council
simultaneous emergencies of pandemic, climate, opiate, and simply asks residents to sacrifice more and expect less. We
housing during significant economic uncertainty. Many are need change in 2021.
asking: How can we learn from these crises, and support our I returned to Olympia 20 years ago to raise my kids in a family
less fortunate neighbors? While complex, I am proud to be a friendly community. I started a small Real Estate business
leader in these times. in the city I love. My work allows me to know every part of
We need a just and equitable recovery for everyone. This our city, our local businesses, our diverse neighborhoods and
means listening during difficult conversations and acting most importantly, finding common ground between people.
to ensure this recovery brings equity and opportunity I know our city and what we have lost. I see more hope and
throughout the community. We can continue to do better; opportunities for all with new leadership.
I promise to keep fighting for the success of all Olympia As your next city councilmember, I will listen, collaborate, and
families. work to address our affordable housing crisis; triage those
Whether it is my balanced approach to development, experiencing homelessness and address upstream causes;
implementing our landmark climate plan, or reforming our and revitalize our downtown. I will work hard for a cleaner,
criminal justice system, I am committed to continuing to safer, more vibrant Olympia. Together we will plan smartly,
enact equitable policies for Olympia, so we can experience a encourage density, sustain our neighborhoods and small
shared prosperity. businesses, provide diverse housing options for all needs, and
I am confident Olympia will come together and keep the protect our shorelines and green spaces.
community moving on a just path forward. It is an honor to Please visit spenceforolympiacc.com for more information
serve -- the emergencies we tackle are truly unprecedented about me and my priorities for Olympia. Thank you for your
and will take all of us working together. Thank you for your support.
continued support!
Contact
Contact PO BOX 6180
120 State AVE NE #1441 Olympia, WA 98501
Olympia, WA 98501 360.789.3160 spenceweigand@comcast.net
360.451.9053 jim@electjimcooper.com www.spenceforolympiacc.com
www.electjimcooper.com
16City of Olympia | City Council Position No. 7 | Four Year Term
Use a
Tyrone Dion
Brown
Elected Experience
No information submitted.
Other Professional Experience
Brown is a Pacific Northwest native, of indigenious and
african descent. Born in Portland, OR and father to three
Drop box!
wonderful children. Brown is no stranger to hardships, having
dealt with housing injustice a majority of his life. Currently
working toward a degree in Psychology at Evergreen State
College while owning a small business and volunteering with
multiple non-profit organizations and community groups. He
is a statewide organizer for the Tenants Union of Washington.
Sharing the experience of so many marginalized community
members, along with Brown’s accomplishments, is his desire
to create opportunities and positive outcomes for those in his
community.
Education
No information submitted.
Community Service
No information submitted.
Statement
From a young age Brown has dedicated his life to improving
his communities with the goal of eradicating gentrification
and believes housing is a human right. He works with
tenants to advocate for fair housing and better protections.
Continuously uplifting the voices of the community, to ensure
Everyone is represented with no exceptions.
An active member in the community working to bridge the
gap between community, resources, policy and decision
making. In response to protests sparked by the murder
of George Floyd and the ongoing experience of systemic
injustices, Brown and other leaders co-created B.L.A.S.T
(Black Leaders in Action and Solidarity Thurston), B.L.A.S.T
fundraises and brings resources for access to technology
and housing for the BIPOC residents. Ensuring and elevating
voices for justice, transparency and respect for marginalized
people, to hold community organizations and officials
accountable.
Olympia needs accountability and action instead of
indifference and delay. From community organizer to City
Council, Brown will continue to advocate for housing justice
and affordability with equitable access to policy/ decision
making and distribution of resources for all Olympian
All of our 29 ballot drop boxes in
residents. Brown will continue to lift up, listen and bring forth
the voices of underrepresented community members.
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Contact
PO BOX 1552
July 14th until 8 p.m. August 3.
Olympia, WA 98507
360.999.1138 Tyrone4Council@Gmail.com To find one near you, see the
complete list on page 5.
17City of Yelm | City Council Position No. 3 | Short + Four Year Term
Jalane Joshua
McAtee Crossman
Elected Experience Elected Experience
No Information Submitted. No Information Submitted.
Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) and No Information Submitted.
Certification; Certified Case Manager by Commission for Case
Management (CCM); Founding member of the “Purple Team” Education
initiative, with the aim to improve mental health care and No Information Submitted.
resources for active duty service members and their families Community Service
by collaborating to coordinate a comprehensive approach to No Information Submitted.
mental illness in Okinawa, Japan.
Statement
Education I have been a Yelm area resident for nearly 40 years. I
Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) attended McKenna Elementary School as a pre-schooler and
Community Service graduated from Yelm High School in 1996. My wife, Cristina,
Member of City of Yelm Independent Investigations and I have been married for 20 years and we have 9 beautiful
Team with the goal of improving relationships, increasing children. I am a hardwood flooring craftsman and have been
community engagement, and fostering cooperation as it self-employed since 2004. Last year I grew my business by
relates to external review of officer involved shootings that opening up a retail floor covering showroom in the heart of
result in injury or death. Yelm.
One of my main objectives as a Yelm City Councilman is to
Statement grow our city revenue but not through increased taxes. I
I am a Registered Nurse, BSN, board-certified in case think the better way to do this is through growing our current
management, providing services to Special Operations Forces businesses and encourage new businesses to open. Keeping
on JBLM. I have been a nurse for over 12 years in a variety of our dollars in Yelm benefits everyone involved. By partnering
settings that include labor & delivery, medical/surgical, home with local businesses we can increase the quality of living for
health, and case management; it’s through this experience all those that call Yelm home. More local businesses provides
that my heart for the people entrusted to my care, and my the city with more tax revenue, jobs, and a shorter commute.
ability to advocate on their behalf has grown exponentially.
I believe in transparency with my patients; I believe in Being a Yelm area resident for nearly my whole life, I have the
informed decision-making; and I believe in working together experience to “Keep it Yelm”. We are a fast growing city and
as an interdisciplinary team to meet the needs and goals of as we grow we need not change what makes Yelm, Yelm.
my patients. These guiding principles will translate over into
my role on City Council to better our beautiful city. To foster Contact
open and honest communication with the community, to PO BOX 2338
understand all vantage points of a situation prior to making Yelm, WA 98597
a decision, and to work together as a team for the simple 253.732.4298 ptlhardwoods@gmail.com
purpose of strengthening our community; our resources,
our children’s futures, and diligently protecting our people’s
interests.
Contact
1201 E Yelm AVE STE 400 PMB 107
Yelm, WA 98597
360.955.1714 jalanedawn@yahoo.com
18City of Yelm | City Council Position No. 3 | Short + Four Year Term
Wilburn Curn Leon
Hutcheson IV Bodden
Elected Experience Elected Experience
Voted best Gamer by the entire neighborhood in 1991 No information submitted.
Other Professional Experience Other Professional Experience
Father, 2012 – Present; Husband, 2008 – Present; US Air No information submitted.
Force, 2002 - 2010, Highest Rank Achieved SSgt; Resident of
Yelm, 2018-Present Education
No information submitted.
Education Community Service
High School Diploma; Classified: Secret
No information submitted.
Community Service Statement
Assistant Basketball Coach; Community Voice; Mentor to
those in need No information submitted.
Statement Contact
Residents of Yelm, thank you for taking the time to get out 9920 Jackson ST SE
and vote! You’re awesome! If you don’t know who I am, or Yelm, WA 98597
what I am about, don’t vote for me. Vote for who you feel 954.263.1831 Leonbodden804@yahoo.com
best fits you, and your values.
I am a Son of Tumwater, and a Grandson of Yelm. My number
one goal is to ensure equality in Yelm. The world’s messed up
out there, but it doesn’t need to be in Yelm. Let’s keep our
chin up. We got this! Good luck to everyone.
Contact
16330 Railway RD SE
Yelm, WA 98597
360.915.3262 wchutcheson@gmail.com
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Holly Steffen
Smith Burney
Elected Experience Elected Experience
No prior elected experience, however, I was selected and As a first-time election candidate, I am ready to give 100%
was sworn in May 25th into vacant Position 4 of the Yelm City
Council. Other Professional Experience
Spending over ten years in state government I have
Other Professional Experience prioritized assisting the COVID-19 recovery. Prior to this
38 years working for a Fortune 500 company at different unprecedented time, my experience spanned across
levels of authority. Customer service, managing people and contracts management, strategic planning, lean process
systems, and predictive modeling, were a few of my job mapping, budget creation/monitoring, and leading the efforts
responsibilities. Sitting on the board of directors of 2 local in emergency preparedness.
non-profit organizations, I’m familiar with budgeting and
prioritizing. Education
Certified in Project Coordination; Lean Greenbelt Certified
Education Community Service
High School, Junior College
Volunteered numerous hours to our school system, in classes,
Community Service on projects and during events; Assisted in launching a 100%
Currently an active member and sit on the board of directors free campaign to spread awareness on perinatal hepatitis
of the Yelm Lions Club. Volunteer with the Skatepark B, receiving national attention; Spent countless days/nights
Outreach in Yelm during spring through fall. assisting local veterinarians in recovery, rehabilitation and
rehoming pets
Statement
I have lived in Yelm for over 25 years. I raised my daughter Statement
here as she attended the Yelm Schools, K-12. My goal is to I am Steffen Burney and proudly announcing my candidacy
help the continued advancement and development of the for Yelm City Council position #4. Being raised in Thurston
City of Yelm in a positive direction. I am passionate about County, I was lucky to meet my husband locally. After starting
serving and meeting the needs of the residents of Yelm and our family, we decided to move back to his hometown of
the city collectively. My top priorities for the future of the Yelm. We chose Yelm in wanting to raise our children with
City of Yelm are making sure our youth have opportunities for quality of life in mind, and in a small-town environment that
growth and a future for themselves, making certain our Law has kept the integrity of country living.
Enforcement is supported and staffed appropriately, making Over this last year our lives were affected more then we
sure the infrastructure is stable and able to maintain the could have prepared for, as with everyone across the
continued growth, and assuring the tax dollars of the citizens world. Not only have I worked the entirety of the pandemic
of Yelm are spent wisely and effectively. I have been involved response, but I have also lived through family experiences
in the community for over 2 decades, from Booster Clubs to for those impacted as small businesses owners, laid off,
Prairie Days, and I continue today as I am an active member made to retire early, and worked as front-line staff. Being
and sit on the Board of Directors of the Yelm Lions Club, and a mother, I also see first-hand the implications on our
as a volunteer with the Skatepark Outreach. I will work hard younger generation. Which brings a focus on the importance
for the City of Yelm and put in the time needed to make of community support, public health/safety, and early
sound decisions for the citizens of Yelm. education.
Contact With unforeseen challenges still ahead, I am here to provide
15942 Quail Meadows CT SE strong strategic leadership in building partnerships between
Yelm, WA 98597 city council and the school district, honoring our city’s history,
360.701.3601 hollyktsmith@hotmail.com securing our future economic expansions, and supporting our
law enforcement/fire services.
I believe together we are stronger!
Contact
15726 Woodland CT SE
Yelm, WA 98597
360.790.6244 steffenburney@yahoo.com
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