David McCarthy, the President of the Hermiston City Council, has officially filed for reelection to the Ward IV seat, as confirmed on February 24, 2024. With this announcement, all four city council ward seats are now contested in the upcoming election. McCarthy, who first assumed the Ward IV position in 2022, will be challenged by Manuel Flores III in the election scheduled for May 19, 2024.
In addition to McCarthy, other incumbents are also seeking reelection. Jackie Linton has filed to retain her position in Ward I, where she will face a challenge from Krista Van Veen. Meanwhile, in Ward II, incumbent Roy Barron has declared his intention to run again and will contend with Caleb Jacobs.
The race is particularly noteworthy in Ward III, where Leeann Wornell, who filed to run on February 11, 2024, will compete against Barbara J. Martin. This seat is currently held by Jackie Myers, who has opted not to seek reelection.
The deadline for new candidates to file for the Hermiston City Council elections is March 10, 2024. As the election date approaches, the political landscape in Hermiston is shaping up to be competitive, with several key positions at stake. The city will witness a robust electoral process as candidates campaign for public support and seek to address local issues.
