Pierce County residents deserve a council they can trust. Often, politics, lack of public outreach, and outdated rules stand in the way to make our government transparent, effective, and accountable. I will push for these changes on the first day I take office by amending our council rules and offering additional proposals to incorporate these changes into law.
I am running for Pierce County Council and I’d like to share with you my background and the goals I would like to accomplish serving you in county government.
Stop charging credit card interest rates on court ordered restitution.
Reduce trial delays by adding two new judicial departments.
Statute of Limitations for traffic tickets and minor civil fines.
Promote behavioral health recovery with tested diversion programs.
I worked with Defense Bar early this year to develop legislative proposals to bring equity to our criminal justice system:
Only those who need to be incarcerated should be in our jail.
Basic human needs should be provided for those incarcerated.
Provide shelter or services for after-hours releases.
Today is Memorial Day, and for all of our friends, family members, and loved ones who have sacrificed for us, I want to just say one word.
Thanks.
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Pierce County Council should schedule regular evening meetings of the full Council and its Committees to increase public access to our government and allow for deeper citizen participation.
“I’m happy to endorse Tim for election to the Pierce County Council. His diligent work looking out for the citizens of Fircrest and demonstrated ability to work well with leaders and communities gives me confidence that he is the candidate we need representing us in the Pierce County Council. I appreciate his dedication to excellent public service and support him for office enthusiastically.”
Thank you to Washington State House Speaker-designate Laurie Jinkins for her endorsement of my candidacy for Pierce County Council District 4! We are grateful for her support!