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Executive committee elects Alex Johnson as 2026 chair; Valerie Fowler named vice chair
Summary
The Columbia River Gorge Commission executive committee elected Commissioner Alex Johnson as its 2026 executive committee chair after a 3–2 roll call vote and approved Commissioner Valerie Fowler as vice chair by voice acclamation.
Alex Johnson was elected chair of the Columbia River Gorge Commission executive committee after a roll-call among present members produced three votes for Johnson and two for rival nominee Valerie Fowler.
The internal election began after nominations. Commissioner Carina Miller nominated Alex Johnson; another commissioner nominated Fowler. Each candidate gave brief remarks about experience and priorities. Fowler highlighted her county representation and prior leadership roles, saying, "I…
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