In 2024 there is an opportunity to bring about major changes in Pierce County government. Not only is the County Council majority at stake, but we can also elect a County Executive who understands the need to protect the environment. To retain the present majority, we must retain Jani Hitchen in District 6 and fill Ryan Mello’s District 4 seat as he campaigns to become our next County Executive. To provide guidance, we interview candidates in most of the contested seats and provide information and recommendations according to local environmental issues.
The Environmental Coalition is a small group of volunteers, and we only conduct interviews for seats that may have a significant impact on environmental issues in Pierce County. Our candidate recommendations are based on their prior actions and statements, in addition to the strength of their campaigns as measured by both fundraising and volunteer support.
Many county and state laws are helpful in guiding commercial development, creating more livable communities, and funding county parks and open spaces. However, without the political will to enforce the state Environmental Policy Act and save wetlands, streams, working farms and forests, it remains difficult to change Pierce County for the better. Working together, we can create a better future and assert the necessary political will. We aim to build relationships with strong candidates and help them get elected. Look over the list and let us know what you think–you may have insights that will help us.
Office Endorsed Candidate Campaign Website
Pierce County Executive Ryan Mello www.ryanmello.com
Pierce County Council – District 6 Jani Hitchen www.electjanihitchen.org
Pierce County Council – District 4 Rosie Ayala www.peopleforrosieayala.com
WA Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove www.upthegrove.org
WA Lieutenant Governor Denny Heck dennyheck.com
WA Governor Bob Ferguson www.bobferguson.com
U.S. Congress – District 6 Emily Randall electemilyrandall.com
U.S. Congress – District 8 Kim Schrier drkimschrier.com
U.S. Congress – District 10 Marilyn Strickland stricklandforwashington.com
U.S. Senate Maria Cantwell cantwell.com
U.S. President Joe Biden joebiden.com