Pierce County Council, District No. 4

Ryan Mello

(Prefers Democratic Party) _______________________________________

Elected Experience: Tacoma City Council, Member, 2010 - 2019; Metro Parks Tacoma, Commissioner, 2006 - 2009.

Other Professional Experience: Executive Director, Pierce Conservation District, 2012 - present; Pierce County Director, Forterra (formerly Cascade Land Conservancy), 2006 - 2011; Aide to Rep. Hans Dunshee, 2003 - 2005; AmeriCorps Member, United Way of Pierce County, 2001 - 2003.

Education: B.A., Politics & Government, University of Puget Sound.

Community Service: Served on Board of Directors of Pierce Transit, Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, Puget Sound Regional Council Growth Management Policy Board, Chair; Association of Washington Cities, Transportation Choices Coalition, Equal Rights Washington, Tacoma Historical Society, Greater Tacoma Community Foundation, Board Member.

Statement: Our region is confronting very tough challenges, especially as we recover from coronavirus. The stakes are too high and Pierce County needs trusted, resultsoriented leadership to make real progress. Neighbors are worried about how to afford their daily lives. Housing, traffic congestion and rising costs in our region are at the forefront of our minds. Each of these concerns must be tackled at the regional level to have an impact.

That's why I'm running for County Council. I will continue finding balanced solutions to our most pressing challenges. Homelessness, affordability, community safety, mental health services, good jobs closer to home - these are tough problems needing experienced, thoughtful leadership.

I know how important collaboration is to make our community better. On the Tacoma City Council I worked across differences and made progressive change - supporting working families with a higher minimum wage and paid sick leave, increased mental health services, and made our neighborhoods stronger with better streets, sidewalks, parks and a healthier environment.

Endorsed by the Pierce County Democrats, all major labor organizations including those representing essential workers, Washington Conservation Voters, business owners and many elected and community leaders. I would be even more honored to have your vote.

For more information:

(253) 861-8356 ryanmello@msn.com 16 www.RyanMello.com

Javier H. Figueroa

(Prefers Independent Party) _______________________________________

Elected Experience: Council member, Mayor Pro Tem, and Mayor - City of University Place; President of Rainier Communication Commission.

Other Professional Experience: Arbitrator, Better Business Bureau; Energy Specialist, State Energy Office; Lands Program Manager, State Parks & Recreation Commision; Executive Vice President, Rockmann Development Group; Real Estate Broker and Appraiser; U.S. Army - 12 years.

Education: Undergraduate work in Business Adminstration; Advanced Municipal Leadership Certification; Real Estate Broker and Appraisal Certifications; Arbitration Certification.

Community Service: Board Director for Tahoma Audubon Society, The Grand Cinema, and State Council on Aging; Pierce Court Appointed Special Advocate; Arbitrator, Better Business Bureau; The White House Task Force on Climate Change-Clinton Administration.

Statement: I’ve spent a lot of time at ground zero advocating for workable solutions in my community by digging to the bottom of difficult issues, identifying the key players and market factors at work, and sticking with the facts. Citizens should be able to have a sense of trust and pride in the member they elect, and I intend on providing just that.

Our communities are challenged with many issues that need to be prioritized. I will work with all interested parties to resolve key community needs, such as: Putting people back to work in a new economy, Restarting small businesses and Expanding larger businesses in a way that is safe for the public, and Ensure financial responsibility for the stability and sustainability of our communities in Pierce County. “Figueroa is a community leader that understands fiscal responsibility and the need to keep our communities healthy today and into the future.” said Pierce County Executive Bruce Dammeier.

“Javier is truly a “People’s” Advocate—always placing people before politics. He is an experienced policy decision maker always helping spread prosperity to his community. Javier is a voice for the marginalized and disadvantaged in society.” said former Pierce County Executive Joe Stortini.

For more information:

(253) 226-3927 contact@ElectJavier.com www.ElectJavier.com