James Rose:

I stand united with each and every citizen of North Bend. The main focus of my term in office will be to help make people’s lives better by effectively and efficiently solving problems. I strive to create and establish an action based – goal oriented administration dedicated to accomplishing positive, creative and effective solutions for the good of each and every citizen of the city every day of my term in office. The responsibility for the strong leadership of the city squarely belongs on the shoulders of its elected public officials and the “buck” ultimately stops on my shoulders as Mayor of North Bend. Honesty and sincerity with each and every citizen is paramount.

Jessica Engelke:

I will fulfill the obligations that the Citizens of North Bend deemed necessary when they adopted the City Charter in 2000.
Section 21 under Powers and Duties of the Officers for The City of North Bend dictates that the Mayor shall:

1. Sign all approved recordings of proceedings of the council
2. Have no veto power
3. Sign all ordinances within three days after the passage by council
4. Sign such other documents as the council may designate
5. Unless otherwise provided by this charter, ordinances of the city or other law or statute, make all appointments following council establish policies. In addition to those duties I will work to collaborate with the other council members, meet with citizen groups, lead, and steer the vision of the community members.

I am committed to upholding these duties while looking for opportunities for greater citizen involvement in our local governmental process.

I will provide leadership and direction for the City that looks forward and doesn’t dwell on the past. I want to work with the community to create a place with good jobs and a great quality of life so our kids can stay here.

Eric Gleason:

To be trustworthy, listen, understand that their voices are what we were elected to represent and move North Bend forward. Understand the needs of the community to form policy and procedures ensuring the longevity of our community and its people.

Jonathan Vinyard:

I believe the citizens of this city want the values of Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity and Personal Courage in their elected officials. I plan on bringing those values and qualities that the Army instilled into me and the Sheriff’s Office has continued to enrich, back into our city council chambers to represent the citizens and their voice.

Pat Goll:

To make sure North Bend is safe, open and friendly to business and a place to be proud of. Listen to the concerns of the all North Bend citizens.

Ron Kutch:

I can’t read the minds of all 10,000 citizens, but I believe most of them would say that it is my job to represent them. To gather facts, come to a consensus, make a plan and follow it through. But that will require a conversation. I can’t represent all 10,000 citizens if I don’t know what they want. It is the City’s responsibility to start, and maintain the conversation.

Susanna Noordhoff:

I believe that the first responsibility is to ‘show up’ and ‘be prepared’! Review the meeting agenda, the background information and the fine points so that your decisions are informed. In an emergency, your duty is first to the City, and second to yourself.
The citizens have the right to expect access to their elected officials. Over the years, I have sought out our councilors, and I appreciated their willingness to discuss issues and be giving of their time. I did not have the same good fortune with the lady who is currently running for Mayor. My phone call and email message did not get a response.
When a Council decision is particularly controversial, allow all voices to be heard and consider all possibilities before making a decision. Explain the decision and attempt to minimize or mitigate adverse effects.
When a Council decision could be controversial or take the public by surprise, advertise for a Town Hall meeting to inform the public and get their input before making the decision.

Timm Slater:

Well I believe they want the councilor to represent the best interests of the majority of the citizens. They want the councilor to be a way for folks to cut through the red tape surrounding an issue or project. They want the councilor to be able to explain things in common English not government speak. I think this would be an interesting survey to promote in the city. We would find all sort of explanations. I know when I would visit with middle school students touring city hall, I would ask them what sort of services does the city provide. In the conversation that followed, I would hear schools, hospitals, jails and more. I think we would see a similar misunderstanding of what a councilor does. Such a friendly survey would be a good element in our communication process.