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Mickey Varney, Ward 8 incumbent, highlights public safety, housing and transparency in re-election bid
Summary
Mickey Varney, a Salem city councilor representing West Salem, told a League of Women Voters forum he will prioritize public safety, affordable housing, transparent decision-making and responsible growth if re-elected to the Ward 8 seat.
Mickey Varney, a Salem city councilor and Ward 8 incumbent, emphasized public safety, affordable housing and government transparency as central priorities in a candidate interview ahead of the May election.
Varney, a retired salmon research biologist who says he has been active in West Salem neighborhood work for more than 14 years, pointed to concrete accomplishments during his current term, including balancing the city budget and keeping…
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