Citizen Tacoma

Kristin Ang is running for Port Commission, pos 4. It's incredibly refreshing to hear a new voice speak so passionately about the Port and our City. Kristin could be the first person of color ever elected to the commission, and she's cool and smart and bonafide. You have got to listen to this lady. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Vote Kristin Ang Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Everyone seems to be talking about the Port of Tacoma this election. On today's episode we talk to Eric Holdeman who is running for Port Commissioner, Position 1. Eric is a nationally recognized emergency management expert, port security specialist, and U.S. Army veteran. We nerd out a little bit on disaster prep and Doug gets to lodge his complaints about the Port's sound equipment. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Holdeman For Port Commission Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

The future of the Port of Tacoma is a hot topic this election. On today's episode we talk to John McCarthy who is running for Port Commissioner, Position 1. John has been serving Tacoma and Pierce County for decades, previously as a Port Commissioner from 1983-1992 and then as a District and Superior Court Judge. If you have ever wondered what a Port Commissioner does or what exactly they control, tune in. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Elect John McCarthy Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Lillian Hunter is running for Tacoma City Council, Position 6. We talk to her about her many experiences serving Tacoma and living in all parts of the city. Position 6 is the At-large position so it's important for us all to learn as much as we can about these candidates because they represent the entire city. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Elect Lillian Hunter Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Catherine Ushka is running for Tacoma City Council, Position 4.  She has tons of experience fighting for the citizens of the East Side and is passionate about bringing attention to the issues facing this part of Tacoma. She is currently serving as the President of the Tacoma Public School Board and has served as Chair of the Eastside Neighborhood Action Committee. Also, she's just a general, all-around, Badassladyboss.   Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Elect Catherine Ushka Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Philip Cowan is running for City Council, position 2 which covers much of North Tacoma, Downtown, and Northeast Tacoma. We talk about his experiences living in Tacoma and working for the Rainiers and The Grand, as well as his visions for the future. (BTW, friends, Nick Lachey was in 98 Degrees and the two films that were mentioned were Tintinnabulation and The Genie of Tacoma. After re-watching the two of them, however, I refuse to provide you with links.) Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Sponsor Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Kevin Grossman is running for Tacoma City Council, Position 4, representing the East Side. We talk to him about rescuing cool, old, buildings and his experiences previously serving on the City Council in Shoreline. Kevin moved to Tacoma about 3 years ago and he has a great perspective on our fair city. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey   Sponsors: Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Alaska Airlines

Chris Beale is running for Tacoma City Council, Position 5, representing the South End. We talk to him about his city planning knowledge, his door-belling adventures, and his extensive experience living, working, and volunteering in South Tacoma. This is a super exciting episode because we debut our new *fun questions* (Political nerdery! Books! The Big Lebowski!) Check it out! Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Sponsors: Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Move to Tacoma.com

Nathe Lawver talks to us today about the importance of labor unions and how they interact with local politics. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Sponsors Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Move to Tacoma.com. (Thank you, Pod Auntie!)

Today we talk to Julie Anderson, the Pierce County Auditor and former Tacoma City Councilmember. The auditor's office manages elections, animal control, licensing, and much more. How does the election process work? How does the auditor's office tabulate votes, check signatures? How many votes are counted on election night? We also explore the super cool Civics App. What is Dereks Young's salary? In which elections have you voted? Its all there in the App. Check it out!   Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Current Election Results - August 1 Primary (.pdf) Julie Anderson Sponsors Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Move to Tacoma.com. (Thank you, Pod Auntie!)

Today we talk to Victoria Woodards, who is running for Mayor of Tacoma. Victoria shares her background and her vision for Tacoma. We talk about: Why she's running for office, what she thinks of the previous mayor and what she'd do differently, what she's focused on for the next four years, housing, homelessness, the port of Tacoma, Sound Transit, being a sanctuary city, Black Lives Matter, and more. Victoria is one of three candidates for the office. (Here are links to our interviews with the other two candidates, Evelyn Lopez and Jim Merritt.) Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Victoria Woodards for Mayor Sponsors Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Move to Tacoma.com. (Thank you, Pod Auntie!)

Today we talk to Jim Merritt, who is running for Mayor of Tacoma. Jim shares his background and his vision for Tacoma. We talk about: Why he's running for office, his thoughts on the last mayor, Tacoma's housing stock, homelessness, LNG and the port of Tacoma, the need for predictability in growth and zoning, transit planning, sanctuary cities, Black Lives Matter, and more. Jim is one of three candidates for the office. (Here are links to our interviews with the other two candidates, Evelyn Lopez and Victoria Woodards.) Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Jim Merritt for Mayor Sponsors Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Move to Tacoma.com. (Thank you, Pod Auntie!)

Today we talk to Evelyn Lopez, who is running for Mayor of Tacoma. Evelyn shares her background and her vision for Tacoma. We talk about: Why she's running for office, her thoughts on last the mayor, getting ready for change, Tacoma's housing stock, homelessness, LNG and industry at Tacoma, being a sanctuary city, Black Lives Matter, and more. Evelyn is one of three candidates for the office. (Here are links to our interviews with the other two candidates, Jim Merritt and Victoria Woodards.) Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Evelyn Lopez for Mayor Sponsors Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Move to Tacoma.com. (Thank you, Pod Auntie!)

Today we talk to Meredith Neal about her experiences running for Tacoma City Council (Position 6) and what it's like getting involved as a newcomer to politics. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links MeredithNeal.com Sponsors Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Move to Tacoma.com. (Thank you, Pod Auntie!)

Today we talk to Seth Kirby, campaign chair with Washington Won't Discriminate about the "Decline to Sign" movement against state Initiative 1552. Seth is also the Executive Director of the Oasis Youth Center, an organization that "transforms the lives of queer youth by creating a safe place to learn, connect, and thrive." Seth shares ways people can get involved in this issue. Jenny shares her own fears about "saying the wrong thing" but still being able to advocate and participate in the fight against the initiative. Host: Jenny Jacobs Producer: Doug Mackey Links Transform Washington Facts on 1552 Washington Won't Discriminate June 24: Tacoma Canvass to stop I-1552 Sponsors Citizen Tacoma is proudly sponsored by Move to Tacoma.com. (Thank you, Pod Auntie!)