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Candidates pledge more neighborhood forums, transparency and alternative communications to reach residents
Summary
At the forum, candidates described plans to expand outreach — neighborhood meetings, regular forums with CWU groups and seniors, coffee with council events and physical bulletin boards — responding to complaints that some residents feel unheard.
Multiple candidates at the Ellensburg City Council primary forum addressed concerns that some residents feel unheard and described steps they would take to increase outreach and transparency.
Candidates emphasized in‑person outreach. Geraldine O'Mahony, a planning commissioner, said “representation starts with being present” and proposed “regular neighborhood forums, meet with CWU student groups and senior centers, and partner with nonprofits, veterans organizations, and faith communities” to reach residents who do not use online channels.
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