David McCarthy, President of the Hermiston City Council, has officially filed for reelection to retain his Ward IV seat. This announcement, made on February 24, 2024, means that all four city council ward seats in Hermiston are now contested for the upcoming election on May 19, 2024.
McCarthy first secured his position in the Ward IV seat during the 2022 elections and will face off against challenger Manuel Flores III. The elections are shaping up to be competitive, as several incumbents have announced their intention to run again.
In Ward I, incumbent Jackie Linton is seeking reelection but will be challenged by Krista Van Veen, who has also filed her candidacy. Meanwhile, in Ward II, incumbent Roy Barron has confirmed his reelection bid and will contend with competitor Caleb Jacobs.
Over in Ward III, Leeann Wornell has filed to run for the seat currently held by Jackie Myers, who has opted not to run for reelection. Wornell will face a challenge from Barbara J. Martin in the upcoming election.
The deadline for new candidates to submit their nomination papers is March 10, 2024, allowing for potential shifts in the candidate landscape as the election date approaches. With multiple contested seats, the Hermiston City Council elections are set to engage local voters and shape the future of the city’s governance.
