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Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army. Ordonez is running to encourage economic development via smart growth, to ensure fire and police have the proper equipment and staff they need to do their jobs, and to support parks and trails, and to be accountable to residents.
Ordonez faces incumbent Tom Swanson, a conservative Republican whose political experience has been to serve as a campaign advisor and legislative assistant to other conservative Republicans. Ordonez is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Robin Ordonez
Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army.
Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army. Ordonez is running to encourage economic development via smart growth, to ensure fire and police have the proper equipment and staff they need to do their jobs, and to support parks and trails, and to be accountable to residents.
Ordonez faces incumbent Tom Swanson, a conservative Republican whose political experience has been to serve as a campaign advisor and legislative assistant to other conservative Republicans. Ordonez is the best choice in this race.Robin Ordonez
Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army.
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Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army. Ordonez is running to encourage economic development via smart growth, to ensure fire and police have the proper equipment and staff they need to do their jobs, and to support parks and trails, and to be accountable to residents.
Ordonez faces incumbent Tom Swanson, a conservative Republican whose political experience has been to serve as a campaign advisor and legislative assistant to other conservative Republicans. Ordonez is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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VOTE NO
No on Tim Eyman's I-1366
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Initiative-1366 from Tim Eyman orders the legislature to send a constitutional amendment to the voters next year requiring a two-thirds supermajority vote to close tax loopholes or raise revenue. If legislators refuse, Eyman’s initiative would create an $8 billion hole in our state budget over the next six years by cutting the sales tax by a full 1 percent.
The timing for I-1366 is very bad. Our state is being fined $100,000 a day for failing to fully fund education, yet Eyman’s initiative would make it nearly impossible to close wasteful corporate tax loopholes or fix our state’s upside down tax system. Not surprisingly, Initiative 1366’s largest donors are big developers and Wall Street interests who have given Eyman hundreds of thousands of dollars to protect their special tax loopholes.
Eyman proposed nearly the exact same initiative last year and it was broadly criticized. The Spokane Spokesman-Review referred to his previous effort as Eyman’s “worst ever” idea. Others called this initiative “extortion” (Walla Walla Union Bulletin) and “disingenuous” (Everett Herald), saying it is simply a ploy to keep Eyman’s initiative promotion business up and running.
We oppose I-1366 because it would prevent us from fixing our state’s upside down tax system or fully funding our kids’ schools. Join this broad coalition listed below and vote NO on I-1366.Last updated: 2023-04-05Initiative-1366 from Tim Eyman orders the legislature to send a constitutional amendment to the voters next year requiring a two-thirds supermajority vote to close tax loopholes or raise revenue. If legislators refuse, Eyman’s initiative would create an $8 billion hole in our state budget over the next six years by cutting the sales tax by a full 1 percent.
The timing for I-1366 is very bad. Our state is being fined $100,000 a day for failing to fully fund education, yet Eyman’s initiative would make it nearly impossible to close wasteful corporate tax loopholes or fix our state’s upside down tax system. Not surprisingly, Initiative 1366’s largest donors are big developers and Wall Street interests who have given Eyman hundreds of thousands of dollars to protect their special tax loopholes.
Eyman proposed nearly the exact same initiative last year and it was broadly criticized. The Spokane Spokesman-Review referred to his previous effort as Eyman’s “worst ever” idea. Others called this initiative “extortion” (Walla Walla Union Bulletin) and “disingenuous” (Everett Herald), saying it is simply a ploy to keep Eyman’s initiative promotion business up and running.
We oppose I-1366 because it would prevent us from fixing our state’s upside down tax system or fully funding our kids’ schools. Join this broad coalition listed below and vote NO on I-1366.Initiative-1366 from Tim Eyman orders the legislature to send a constitutional amendment to the voters next year requiring a two-thirds supermajority vote to close tax loopholes or raise revenue. If legislators refuse, Eyman’s initiative would create an $8 billion hole in our state budget over the next six years by cutting the sales tax by a full 1 percent.
The timing for I-1366 is very bad. Our state is being fined $100,000 a day for failing to fully fund education, yet Eyman’s initiative would make it nearly impossible to close wasteful corporate tax loopholes or fix our state’s upside down tax system. Not surprisingly, Initiative 1366’s largest donors are big developers and Wall Street interests who have given Eyman hundreds of thousands of dollars to protect their special tax loopholes.
Eyman proposed nearly the exact same initiative last year and it was broadly criticized. The Spokane Spokesman-Review referred to his previous effort as Eyman’s “worst ever” idea. Others called this initiative “extortion” (Walla Walla Union Bulletin) and “disingenuous” (Everett Herald), saying it is simply a ploy to keep Eyman’s initiative promotion business up and running.
We oppose I-1366 because it would prevent us from fixing our state’s upside down tax system or fully funding our kids’ schools. Join this broad coalition listed below and vote NO on I-1366.Initiative 1366
Initiative-1366 from Tim Eyman orders the legislature to send a constitutional amendment to the voters next year requiring a two-thirds supermajority vote to close tax loopholes or raise revenue. If legislators refuse, Eyman’s initiative would create an $8 billion hole in our state budget over the next six years by cutting the sales tax by a full 1 percent.
Opposed By Washington Conservation Action, Fuse, Washington State Labor Council, SEIU 775, SEIU Healthcare 1199NW, Washington CAN!, Planned Parenthood Alliance Advocates, WA State Council of Firefighters, M. L. King County Labor Council, AFL-CIO, Statewide Poverty Action Network
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VOTE YES
Vote Yes on Saving Animals from Extinction
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Initiative 1401 seeks to help save endangered animals from extinction by making the selling, purchasing, trading, or distributing of animals threatened with extinction punishable by law. From African Elephants to the Javan Tiger, animals are disappearing from our planet at an alarming rate. Passing Initiative 1401 means that our last remaining elephants, rhinos, tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards, pangolins, marine turtles, sharks, and rays will at least be somewhat protected from the illegal animal trade here in our home state.
Help save animals facing extinction: vote YES on Initiative 1401.Last updated: 2023-04-05Initiative 1401 seeks to help save endangered animals from extinction by making the selling, purchasing, trading, or distributing of animals threatened with extinction punishable by law. From African Elephants to the Javan Tiger, animals are disappearing from our planet at an alarming rate. Passing Initiative 1401 means that our last remaining elephants, rhinos, tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards, pangolins, marine turtles, sharks, and rays will at least be somewhat protected from the illegal animal trade here in our home state.
Help save animals facing extinction: vote YES on Initiative 1401.Initiative 1401 seeks to help save endangered animals from extinction by making the selling, purchasing, trading, or distributing of animals threatened with extinction punishable by law. From African Elephants to the Javan Tiger, animals are disappearing from our planet at an alarming rate. Passing Initiative 1401 means that our last remaining elephants, rhinos, tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards, pangolins, marine turtles, sharks, and rays will at least be somewhat protected from the illegal animal trade here in our home state.
Help save animals facing extinction: vote YES on Initiative 1401.Initiative 1401
Initiative 1401 seeks to help save endangered animals from extinction by making the selling, purchasing, trading, or distributing of animals threatened with extinction punishable by law. From African Elephants to the Javan Tiger, animals are disappearing from our planet at an alarming rate. Passing Initiative 1401 means that our last remaining elephants, rhinos, tigers, lions, cheetahs, leopards, pangolins, marine turtles, sharks, and rays will at least be somewhat protected from the illegal animal trade here in our home state.
Endorsed By Washington Conservation Action, Sierra Club, Humane Voters of Washington, Conservation Northwest, Audubon Washington
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 10
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Legislators voted nearly unanimously for new oil train safety regulations, including directing some oil taxes to help pay for oil-train spill response. Senate Bill 1449 passed the legislature 141 to 1 with 5 excused. Thanks to a Tim Eyman initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to "maintain" this measure.Last updated: 2023-04-05Legislators voted nearly unanimously for new oil train safety regulations, including directing some oil taxes to help pay for oil-train spill response. Senate Bill 1449 passed the legislature 141 to 1 with 5 excused. Thanks to a Tim Eyman initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to "maintain" this measure.Legislators voted nearly unanimously for new oil train safety regulations, including directing some oil taxes to help pay for oil-train spill response. Senate Bill 1449 passed the legislature 141 to 1 with 5 excused. Thanks to a Tim Eyman initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to "maintain" this measure.
Advisory Vote No. 10
Legislators voted nearly unanimously for new oil train safety regulations, including directing some oil taxes to help pay for oil-train spill response. Senate Bill 1449 passed the legislature 141 to 1 with 5 excused. Thanks to a Tim Eyman initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to "maintain" this measure.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 11
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A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that the marijuana excise tax should also apply to medical marijuana sales. There are a number of progressives who disagree with this tax, but unfortunately, the time to lobby against it was during the 2014 legislative session. Senate Bill 5052 passed the legislature 101 to 44 with 2 excused. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Even if 100 percent of voters rejected this advisory measure, it would remain a tax, as Eyman's advisory votes are purely intended to push an anti-tax message. Vote to "maintain" this measure, and push back against Eyman's anti-tax message.Last updated: 2023-04-05A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that the marijuana excise tax should also apply to medical marijuana sales. There are a number of progressives who disagree with this tax, but unfortunately, the time to lobby against it was during the 2014 legislative session. Senate Bill 5052 passed the legislature 101 to 44 with 2 excused. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Even if 100 percent of voters rejected this advisory measure, it would remain a tax, as Eyman's advisory votes are purely intended to push an anti-tax message. Vote to "maintain" this measure, and push back against Eyman's anti-tax message.A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that the marijuana excise tax should also apply to medical marijuana sales. There are a number of progressives who disagree with this tax, but unfortunately, the time to lobby against it was during the 2014 legislative session. Senate Bill 5052 passed the legislature 101 to 44 with 2 excused. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Even if 100 percent of voters rejected this advisory measure, it would remain a tax, as Eyman's advisory votes are purely intended to push an anti-tax message. Vote to "maintain" this measure, and push back against Eyman's anti-tax message.
Advisory Vote No. 11
A bipartisan majority of legislators came together earlier this year to clarify that the marijuana excise tax should also apply to medical marijuana sales. There are a number of progressives who disagree with this tax, but unfortunately, the time to lobby against it was during the 2014 legislative session. Senate Bill 5052 passed the legislature 101 to 44 with 2 excused. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 12
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A broad majority of legislators voted for a comprehensive transportation bill to improve state and local roads, transit, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways. The package was funded with a small increase in the gas tax. Senate Bill 5987 passed the legislature 91 to 51 with 5 excused. While we were not thrilled with some aspects of the final transportation package, we still recommend a non-binding vote to "maintain" this measure. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to “maintain” this measure.Last updated: 2023-04-05A broad majority of legislators voted for a comprehensive transportation bill to improve state and local roads, transit, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways. The package was funded with a small increase in the gas tax. Senate Bill 5987 passed the legislature 91 to 51 with 5 excused. While we were not thrilled with some aspects of the final transportation package, we still recommend a non-binding vote to "maintain" this measure. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to “maintain” this measure.A broad majority of legislators voted for a comprehensive transportation bill to improve state and local roads, transit, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways. The package was funded with a small increase in the gas tax. Senate Bill 5987 passed the legislature 91 to 51 with 5 excused. While we were not thrilled with some aspects of the final transportation package, we still recommend a non-binding vote to "maintain" this measure. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to “maintain” this measure.
Advisory Vote No. 12
A broad majority of legislators voted for a comprehensive transportation bill to improve state and local roads, transit, bike paths, and pedestrian walkways. The package was funded with a small increase in the gas tax. Senate Bill 5987 passed the legislature 91 to 51 with 5 excused. While we were not thrilled with some aspects of the final transportation package, we still recommend a non-binding vote to "maintain" this measure. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote.
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VOTE MAINTAINED
Vote "Maintain" on Tax Advisory Vote No. 13
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A large majority of legislators voted to close $150 million in unnecessary tax loopholes in order to generate revenue for education funding. This legislation, Senate Bill 6138, passed the legislature 95 to 48 with 4 excused. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to "maintain" this important measure.Last updated: 2023-04-05A large majority of legislators voted to close $150 million in unnecessary tax loopholes in order to generate revenue for education funding. This legislation, Senate Bill 6138, passed the legislature 95 to 48 with 4 excused. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to "maintain" this important measure.A large majority of legislators voted to close $150 million in unnecessary tax loopholes in order to generate revenue for education funding. This legislation, Senate Bill 6138, passed the legislature 95 to 48 with 4 excused. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to "maintain" this important measure.
Advisory Vote No. 13
A large majority of legislators voted to close $150 million in unnecessary tax loopholes in order to generate revenue for education funding. This legislation, Senate Bill 6138, passed the legislature 95 to 48 with 4 excused. Per Eyman’s initiative, the state legislature is required to submit any bill it passes that closes tax loopholes or raises revenue to a non-binding advisory vote. Vote to "maintain" this important measure.
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VOTE REJECTED
Vote NO on Referendum No. 2015-1: Do not repeal the new services building
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The Pierce County Council approved a $127 million county services center by a narrow vote of 4-3 to better serve its residents by consolidating government buildings and reducing maintenance costs. However, a group of residents who oppose the consolidation collected enough signatures to force a repeal effort on to the November ballot. Though there will be costs up front for residents, Pierce County voters should vote NO on Referendum 2015-1 to allow the county to move forward with saving money and consolidating government services into one place.Last updated: 2023-04-05The Pierce County Council approved a $127 million county services center by a narrow vote of 4-3 to better serve its residents by consolidating government buildings and reducing maintenance costs. However, a group of residents who oppose the consolidation collected enough signatures to force a repeal effort on to the November ballot. Though there will be costs up front for residents, Pierce County voters should vote NO on Referendum 2015-1 to allow the county to move forward with saving money and consolidating government services into one place.The Pierce County Council approved a $127 million county services center by a narrow vote of 4-3 to better serve its residents by consolidating government buildings and reducing maintenance costs. However, a group of residents who oppose the consolidation collected enough signatures to force a repeal effort on to the November ballot. Though there will be costs up front for residents, Pierce County voters should vote NO on Referendum 2015-1 to allow the county to move forward with saving money and consolidating government services into one place.
Pierce County Referendum No. 2015-1: government services building repeal
The Pierce County Council approved a $127 million county services center by a narrow vote of 4-3 to better serve its residents by consolidating government buildings and reducing maintenance costs.
No Good Choices
There are no good choices in this race.
Conservative Don Johnson is running against another conservative, Bruce Cook, who is not running a competitive campaign. If you are interested in running for this office in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority Washington.
Conservative Don Johnson is running against another conservative, Bruce Cook, who is not running a competitive campaign. If you are interested in running for this office in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority Washington.
Don Johnson
There are no good choices in this race.
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Claire Petrich has been representing residents on the Port of Tacoma Commission since 1995 and has served as its president since 2014. Petrich is a small business owner who is active in the community, from her work on the Tacoma-Pierce County Economic Development to her involvement in Tacoma's youth and business maritime community.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Clare Petrich
Claire Petrich has been representing residents on the Port of Tacoma Commission since 1995 and has served as its president since 2014.
Claire Petrich has been representing residents on the Port of Tacoma Commission since 1995 and has served as its president since 2014. Petrich is a small business owner who is active in the community, from her work on the Tacoma-Pierce County Economic Development to her involvement in Tacoma's youth and business maritime community.Clare Petrich
Claire Petrich has been representing residents on the Port of Tacoma Commission since 1995 and has served as its president since 2014.
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council, Tacoma Longshoreman
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Claire Petrich has been representing residents on the Port of Tacoma Commission since 1995 and has served as its president since 2014. Petrich is a small business owner who is active in the community, from her work on the Tacoma-Pierce County Economic Development to her involvement in Tacoma's youth and business maritime community.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council, Tacoma Longshoreman
Charter Review Commission
The Charter Review Commission is elected every 10 years and is responsible for writing the rules for how the government operates, much like a county constitution. Depending on where you live you may have the following races on your ballot.
No Good Choices
There are no good choices in this race. Jan Shabro and Lynda Hunt both have strong ties to the Republican Party.
Jan Shabro
There are no good choices in this race. Jan Shabro and Lynda Hunt both have strong ties to the Republican Party.
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Patrick (Pat) McElligott is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 1, Position 2. McElligott is well-respected in the city of Tacoma and currently serves as Assistant Chief and Fire Marshal for the Tacoma Fire Department. He is also a longtime union leader who has served his community in many different roles.
McElligott faces Tea Party conservative Sharon Henek in the November election. Henek ran a failed write-in candidacy for State Treasurer with the support of the far-right, anti-worker Freedom Foundation.Last updated: 2023-04-05Patrick McElligott
Patrick (Pat) McElligott is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 1, Position 2. McElligott is well-respected in the city of Tacoma and currently serves as Assistant Chief and Fire Marshal for the Tacoma Fire Department. He is also a longtime union leader who has served his community in many different roles.
McElligott faces Tea Party conservative Sharon Henek in the November election. Henek ran a failed write-in candidacy for State Treasurer with the support of the far-right, anti-worker Freedom Foundation.Patrick (Pat) McElligott is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 1, Position 2. McElligott is well-respected in the city of Tacoma and currently serves as Assistant Chief and Fire Marshal for the Tacoma Fire Department. He is also a longtime union leader who has served his community in many different roles.
McElligott faces Tea Party conservative Sharon Henek in the November election. Henek ran a failed write-in candidacy for State Treasurer with the support of the far-right, anti-worker Freedom Foundation.Patrick McElligott
Patrick (Pat) McElligott is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 1, Position 2. McElligott is well-respected in the city of Tacoma and currently serves as Assistant Chief and Fire Marshal for the Tacoma Fire Department. He is also a longtime union leader who has served his community in many different roles.
McElligott faces Tea Party conservative Sharon Henek in the November election. Henek ran a failed write-in candidacy for State Treasurer with the support of the far-right, anti-worker Freedom Foundation.
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Labor Council
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Patrick (Pat) McElligott is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 1, Position 2. McElligott is well-respected in the city of Tacoma and currently serves as Assistant Chief and Fire Marshal for the Tacoma Fire Department. He is also a longtime union leader who has served his community in many different roles.
McElligott faces Tea Party conservative Sharon Henek in the November election. Henek ran a failed write-in candidacy for State Treasurer with the support of the far-right, anti-worker Freedom Foundation.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Labor Council
No Good Choices
There are no good choices in this race. Shawn Bunney and Joshua Penner are both conservative. If you are interested in running for this seat in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority Washington.
Joshua Penner
There are no good choices in this race. Shawn Bunney and Joshua Penner are both conservative. If you are interested in running for this seat in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority Washington.
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Attorney Laura Groves is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 1. Groves is on the Board of Advocates at Planned Parenthood of the Greater Northwest and Hawaii and is running to increase transparency in government, ensure equal representation in Pierce County, and grant every voice an opportunity to be heard.
Groves faces conservative former state Rep. Grant Pelesky, who recently wrote an op-ed in the Tacoma News Tribune recommending far-right anti-worker laws that would dismantle unions. Groves is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Laura Groves
Attorney Laura Groves is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 1. Groves is on the Board of Advocates at Planned Parenthood of the Greater Northwest and Hawaii and is running to increase transparency in government, ensure equal representation in Pierce County, and grant every voice an opportunity to be heard.
Groves faces conservative former state Rep. Grant Pelesky, who recently wrote an op-ed in the Tacoma News Tribune recommending far-right anti-worker laws that would dismantle unions. Groves is the best choice in this race.Attorney Laura Groves is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 1. Groves is on the Board of Advocates at Planned Parenthood of the Greater Northwest and Hawaii and is running to increase transparency in government, ensure equal representation in Pierce County, and grant every voice an opportunity to be heard.
Groves faces conservative former state Rep. Grant Pelesky, who recently wrote an op-ed in the Tacoma News Tribune recommending far-right anti-worker laws that would dismantle unions. Groves is the best choice in this race.Laura Groves
Attorney Laura Groves is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 1. Groves is on the Board of Advocates at Planned Parenthood of the Greater Northwest and Hawaii and is running to increase transparency in government, ensure equal representation in Pierce County, and grant every voice an opportunity to be heard.
Groves faces conservative former state Rep. Grant Pelesky, who recently wrote an op-ed in the Tacoma News Tribune recommending far-right anti-worker laws that would dismantle unions. Groves is the best choice in this race.
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Attorney Laura Groves is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 1. Groves is on the Board of Advocates at Planned Parenthood of the Greater Northwest and Hawaii and is running to increase transparency in government, ensure equal representation in Pierce County, and grant every voice an opportunity to be heard.
Groves faces conservative former state Rep. Grant Pelesky, who recently wrote an op-ed in the Tacoma News Tribune recommending far-right anti-worker laws that would dismantle unions. Groves is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Carolyn Edmonds
Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.Carolyn Edmonds
Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.
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Carolyn Edmonds has served in the state legislature and on the King County Council, as well as being active in neighborhood organizations. Her experience in government gives her an edge in this position.
Edmonds is facing Michele Smith, a conservative. Edmonds is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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David Perry is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 3. Perry dedicated more than 30 years to the community with the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. Having recently retired, he wants to bring his experience working in government to improve it and give residents a chance to participate in the process.
Perry is running against health care professional Therese Ngo Pasquier, who was endorsed by the Pierce County Republican Party. Perry is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05David Perry
David Perry is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 3. Perry dedicated more than 30 years to the community with the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. Having recently retired, he wants to bring his experience working in government to improve it and give residents a chance to participate in the process.
Perry is running against health care professional Therese Ngo Pasquier, who was endorsed by the Pierce County Republican Party. Perry is the best choice in this race.David Perry is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 3. Perry dedicated more than 30 years to the community with the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. Having recently retired, he wants to bring his experience working in government to improve it and give residents a chance to participate in the process.
Perry is running against health care professional Therese Ngo Pasquier, who was endorsed by the Pierce County Republican Party. Perry is the best choice in this race.David Perry
David Perry is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 3. Perry dedicated more than 30 years to the community with the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. Having recently retired, he wants to bring his experience working in government to improve it and give residents a chance to participate in the process.
Perry is running against health care professional Therese Ngo Pasquier, who was endorsed by the Pierce County Republican Party. Perry is the best choice in this race.
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David Perry is running for Pierce Charter Review Commission District 2, Position 3. Perry dedicated more than 30 years to the community with the Pierce County Sheriff's Department. Having recently retired, he wants to bring his experience working in government to improve it and give residents a chance to participate in the process.
Perry is running against health care professional Therese Ngo Pasquier, who was endorsed by the Pierce County Republican Party. Perry is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
No Good Choices
There are no good choices in this race. Both Amy Cruver and Jason Bergstrom are conservative. If you are interested in running for this seat in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority Washington.
Amy Cruver
There are no good choices in this race. Both Amy Cruver and Jason Bergstrom are conservative. If you are interested in running for this seat in the future, please contact our friends at Progressive Majority Washington.
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Bruce Lachney is a former school board director, cranberry farmer, and former Marine who is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 2. Lachney is committed to increasing accountability and improving efficiency of government services.
Lachney faces conservative Planning Commission member Richard Thurston. Lachney is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Bruce Lachney
Bruce Lachney is a former school board director, cranberry farmer, and former Marine who is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 2. Lachney is committed to increasing accountability and improving efficiency of government services.
Lachney faces conservative Planning Commission member Richard Thurston. Lachney is the best choice in this race.Bruce Lachney is a former school board director, cranberry farmer, and former Marine who is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 2. Lachney is committed to increasing accountability and improving efficiency of government services.
Lachney faces conservative Planning Commission member Richard Thurston. Lachney is the best choice in this race.Bruce Lachney
Bruce Lachney is a former school board director, cranberry farmer, and former Marine who is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 2. Lachney is committed to increasing accountability and improving efficiency of government services.
Lachney faces conservative Planning Commission member Richard Thurston. Lachney is the best choice in this race.
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Bruce Lachney is a former school board director, cranberry farmer, and former Marine who is running for Pierce County Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 2. Lachney is committed to increasing accountability and improving efficiency of government services.
Lachney faces conservative Planning Commission member Richard Thurston. Lachney is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first-hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
His opponent, Kerry Hooks, is an anti-tax conservative. Hartman is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Greg Hartman
Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first-hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
His opponent, Kerry Hooks, is an anti-tax conservative. Hartman is the best choice in this race.Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first-hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
His opponent, Kerry Hooks, is an anti-tax conservative. Hartman is the best choice in this race.Greg Hartman
Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first-hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
His opponent, Kerry Hooks, is an anti-tax conservative. Hartman is the best choice in this race.
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Greg Hartman is a candidate for Charter Review Commission District 3, Position 3. Hartman is a former member of the Coast Guard and firefighter for 34 years. As a public servant, Hartman has seen first-hand the devastating impact of numerous budget cuts. As a longtime Pierce County resident and firefighter, Hartman will focus on making county government responsive to citizens.
His opponent, Kerry Hooks, is an anti-tax conservative. Hartman is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
He is opposed by conservative April Sanders. Herde is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Eric Herde
Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
He is opposed by conservative April Sanders. Herde is the best choice in this race.Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
He is opposed by conservative April Sanders. Herde is the best choice in this race.Eric Herde
Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
He is opposed by conservative April Sanders. Herde is the best choice in this race.
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Eric Herde is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 1. Herde is the chair of the Land Use Advisory Council, and is running to increase public participation in the process and ensure that the charter promotes open and effective government.
He is opposed by conservative April Sanders. Herde is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other candidate running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
She is opposed by conservative Terry Harder. With limited options, Merrival is your best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Carolyn Merrival
Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other candidate running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
She is opposed by conservative Terry Harder. With limited options, Merrival is your best choice in this race.Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other candidate running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
She is opposed by conservative Terry Harder. With limited options, Merrival is your best choice in this race.Carolyn Merrival
Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other candidate running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
She is opposed by conservative Terry Harder. With limited options, Merrival is your best choice in this race.
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council
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Carolyn Merrival is running for Charter Review Commission District 5, Position 2. Merrival, an environmental chemistry consultant and progressive who previously ran for County Council, was elected to the previous Pierce County Charter Review Commission in 2006 and brings with her more experience than the other candidate running. Merrival has also been involved in a controversial complaint filed against progressive Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist.
She is opposed by conservative Terry Harder. With limited options, Merrival is your best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Pierce County Central Labor Council
No Good Choices
There are no good choices in this race.
While Justin Van Dyk shares some of our progressive values, we have concerns with his temperament and ability to lead on the Charter Review Commission. His opponent, Janis Clark, was elected to the previous Charter Review Commission but was removed for unclear legal reasons.
While Justin Van Dyk shares some of our progressive values, we have concerns with his temperament and ability to lead on the Charter Review Commission. His opponent, Janis Clark, was elected to the previous Charter Review Commission but was removed for unclear legal reasons.
Justin Van Dyk
There are no good choices in this race.
While Justin Van Dyk shares some of our progressive values, we have concerns with his temperament and ability to lead on the Charter Review Commission. His opponent, Janis Clark, was elected to the previous Charter Review Commission but was removed for unclear legal reasons.
City Races
Depending on where you live, you may have the following city races on your ballot.
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Dean Johnson is running for Puyallup City Council's at-large position. While Johnson is not progressive, he is a better choice than conservative incumbent Steve Vermillion, who has refused to obey public records request laws and disclose emails in which he is accused of offensive language toward those who disagree with him.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Dean Johnson
Dean Johnson is running for Puyallup City Council's at-large position.
Dean Johnson is running for Puyallup City Council's at-large position. While Johnson is not progressive, he is a better choice than conservative incumbent Steve Vermillion, who has refused to obey public records request laws and disclose emails in which he is accused of offensive language toward those who disagree with him.Dean Johnson
Dean Johnson is running for Puyallup City Council's at-large position.
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Dean Johnson is running for Puyallup City Council's at-large position. While Johnson is not progressive, he is a better choice than conservative incumbent Steve Vermillion, who has refused to obey public records request laws and disclose emails in which he is accused of offensive language toward those who disagree with him.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Robbin Farris, a businesswoman who spent 23 years serving in the U.S. Navy, is running for Puyallup City Council, District 1. Farris is dedicated to increased public safety, affordable housing and infrastructure, and a sound budget.
She faces Pat McGregor in the general election. McGregor is not running a campaign that provides meaningful information about his positions and beliefs to voters. Farris is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Robin Farris
Robbin Farris, a businesswoman who spent 23 years serving in the U.S. Navy, is running for Puyallup City Council, District 1. Farris is dedicated to increased public safety, affordable housing and infrastructure, and a sound budget.
Robbin Farris, a businesswoman who spent 23 years serving in the U.S. Navy, is running for Puyallup City Council, District 1. Farris is dedicated to increased public safety, affordable housing and infrastructure, and a sound budget.
She faces Pat McGregor in the general election. McGregor is not running a campaign that provides meaningful information about his positions and beliefs to voters. Farris is the best choice in this race.Robin Farris
Robbin Farris, a businesswoman who spent 23 years serving in the U.S. Navy, is running for Puyallup City Council, District 1. Farris is dedicated to increased public safety, affordable housing and infrastructure, and a sound budget.
Endorsed By:
National Women's Political Caucus of WA
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Robbin Farris, a businesswoman who spent 23 years serving in the U.S. Navy, is running for Puyallup City Council, District 1. Farris is dedicated to increased public safety, affordable housing and infrastructure, and a sound budget.
She faces Pat McGregor in the general election. McGregor is not running a campaign that provides meaningful information about his positions and beliefs to voters. Farris is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
National Women's Political Caucus of WA
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John Palmer is the current City Councilmember in District 2. He has been a progressive voice for building a strong and safe community, growing Puyallup smartly, and a responsible government. He’s worked at the Environmental Protection Agency for 25 years, served on Puyallup’s Planning Commission from 2008-2011, and was Chair of the Commission for three years.
Palmer is being challenged by Keith Sherrill, an Army pilot and who serves on the Puyallup Parks, Recreation, and Senior Advisory Board.
Palmer’s experience, values, and proven record of leadership on the Council makes him the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05John Palmer
John Palmer is the current City Councilmember in District 2. He has been a progressive voice for building a strong and safe community, growing Puyallup smartly, and a responsible government.
John Palmer is the current City Councilmember in District 2. He has been a progressive voice for building a strong and safe community, growing Puyallup smartly, and a responsible government. He’s worked at the Environmental Protection Agency for 25 years, served on Puyallup’s Planning Commission from 2008-2011, and was Chair of the Commission for three years.
Palmer is being challenged by Keith Sherrill, an Army pilot and who serves on the Puyallup Parks, Recreation, and Senior Advisory Board.
Palmer’s experience, values, and proven record of leadership on the Council makes him the best choice in this race.John Palmer
John Palmer is the current City Councilmember in District 2. He has been a progressive voice for building a strong and safe community, growing Puyallup smartly, and a responsible government.
Endorsed By:
Cascade Bicycle Club, Washington Conservation Action
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John Palmer is the current City Councilmember in District 2. He has been a progressive voice for building a strong and safe community, growing Puyallup smartly, and a responsible government. He’s worked at the Environmental Protection Agency for 25 years, served on Puyallup’s Planning Commission from 2008-2011, and was Chair of the Commission for three years.
Palmer is being challenged by Keith Sherrill, an Army pilot and who serves on the Puyallup Parks, Recreation, and Senior Advisory Board.
Palmer’s experience, values, and proven record of leadership on the Council makes him the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
Endorsed By:
Cascade Bicycle Club, Washington Conservation Action
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Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army. Ordonez is running to encourage economic development via smart growth, to ensure fire and police have the proper equipment and staff they need to do their jobs, and to support parks and trails, and to be accountable to residents.
Ordonez faces incumbent Tom Swanson, a conservative Republican whose political experience has been to serve as a campaign advisor and legislative assistant to other conservative Republicans. Ordonez is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05Robin Ordonez
Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army.
Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army. Ordonez is running to encourage economic development via smart growth, to ensure fire and police have the proper equipment and staff they need to do their jobs, and to support parks and trails, and to be accountable to residents.
Ordonez faces incumbent Tom Swanson, a conservative Republican whose political experience has been to serve as a campaign advisor and legislative assistant to other conservative Republicans. Ordonez is the best choice in this race.Robin Ordonez
Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army.
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Robin Ordonez is running for Puyallup City Council, District 3. Ordonez dedicated his career to Pierce County as an engineer, retiring as the Assistant Wastewater Utility Manager in 2011. He has also served on the Planning Commission and in the U.S. Army. Ordonez is running to encourage economic development via smart growth, to ensure fire and police have the proper equipment and staff they need to do their jobs, and to support parks and trails, and to be accountable to residents.
Ordonez faces incumbent Tom Swanson, a conservative Republican whose political experience has been to serve as a campaign advisor and legislative assistant to other conservative Republicans. Ordonez is the best choice in this race.Last updated: 2023-04-05
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Vote YES on Prop 1 - Puyallup School District No. 3
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Puyallup schools are desperately in need of an upgrade due to overcrowding and population growth. In one elementary school, the principal's office is being used as a classroom, and classes are cramming as many as 35 students in one room.
That is why voters are being asked to approve a small tax bond known as Proposition 1 for School District No. 3 in Puyallup. Proposition 1 will bring in $292.6 million to give teachers and students a relief. It will help ensure the growing region can fund a new elementary school and expand four other elementary schools. The smaller class sizes Prop 1 will provide are proven to benefit lifelong learning.
If Proposition 1 fails, schools could be forced to go year-round or adopt a split schedule to make sure students get enough class time, sending kids to classes as early as 5:30 a.m. and ending classes as late as 7 p.m. Vote YES on Proposition No. 1 for Puyallup schools to provide students with smaller class sizes and more room to learn.Last updated: 2023-04-05Puyallup schools are desperately in need of an upgrade due to overcrowding and population growth. In one elementary school, the principal's office is being used as a classroom, and classes are cramming as many as 35 students in one room.
That is why voters are being asked to approve a small tax bond known as Proposition 1 for School District No. 3 in Puyallup. Proposition 1 will bring in $292.6 million to give teachers and students a relief. It will help ensure the growing region can fund a new elementary school and expand four other elementary schools. The smaller class sizes Prop 1 will provide are proven to benefit lifelong learning.
If Proposition 1 fails, schools could be forced to go year-round or adopt a split schedule to make sure students get enough class time, sending kids to classes as early as 5:30 a.m. and ending classes as late as 7 p.m. Vote YES on Proposition No. 1 for Puyallup schools to provide students with smaller class sizes and more room to learn.Puyallup schools are desperately in need of an upgrade due to overcrowding and population growth. In one elementary school, the principal's office is being used as a classroom, and classes are cramming as many as 35 students in one room.
That is why voters are being asked to approve a small tax bond known as Proposition 1 for School District No. 3 in Puyallup. Proposition 1 will bring in $292.6 million to give teachers and students a relief. It will help ensure the growing region can fund a new elementary school and expand four other elementary schools. The smaller class sizes Prop 1 will provide are proven to benefit lifelong learning.
If Proposition 1 fails, schools could be forced to go year-round or adopt a split schedule to make sure students get enough class time, sending kids to classes as early as 5:30 a.m. and ending classes as late as 7 p.m. Vote YES on Proposition No. 1 for Puyallup schools to provide students with smaller class sizes and more room to learn.Vote YES on Prop 1 - Puyallup School District No. 3
Puyallup schools are desperately in need of an upgrade due to overcrowding and population growth. In one elementary school, the principal's office is being used as a classroom, and classes are cramming as many as 35 students in one room.
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