Three spots on the Woodburn City Council are up for election this year, as well as the mayor position.
The candidates for city council and mayor are running unopposed in their respective races. When elected, city councilors in Woodburn serve four-year terms, while the mayor serves a two-year term.
With local ballots set to be mailed on Oct. 16 — just over two weeks before the Nov. 5 election — we asked the candidates for their thoughts on important issues affecting the Woodburn community.
Responses from the candidates are published in full below. Ward 1 candidate Lilia Brizuela did not respond to the questions by the deadline.
What skills or previous background have prepared you for this role?
Frank Lonergan, mayoral candidate: I have served this community on different boards and commissions for over 40 years. This community service has given me the experience to lead our city council! My personal work experience has been in the business industry with upward management experience.