Vote for
Kate Nelson and
Kevin Bonnington
Two neighbors who know West Linn and are ready to keep it moving forward
West Linn City Council Elections (Vote for two!)
Election Day: Tuesday, November 3
Meet the Candidates:
KEVIN
BONNINGTON
West Linn City Councilor
Born and raised in West Linn, Kevin is the first person many neighbors call for help with any issue, big or small. He has served on the Transportation Advisory Board, the Planning Commission, and, since 2024, City Council. He works to bring more residents into the conversation at City Hall and believes decisions about West Linn should be made in West Linn. He championed adoption of the Waterfront Vision Plan, helped launch the Framing Our Future initiative, and has pushed for safer crosswalks and better roads.
Occupation: Real estate broker
Education: University of Oregon, B.A. Political Science/Business.
www.KevinForWL.com
KATE
NELSON
Chair, West Linn Planning Commission
Kate is raising her family in West Linn, where her children thrive in our public schools, green spaces, and safe neighborhoods. As Planning Commission Chair, she has listened to residents, worked through complex issues, and helped make thoughtful decisions about the city's future. She promises an open-door culture and a collaborative City Hall where every resident has meaningful input.
Occupation: law, finance, and publishing
Education: Washington University in St. Louis, B.A. and J.D.
www.KateForWL.com
Kevin and Kate:
ENDORSED BY NEIGHBORS AND LEADERS!
"Kevin's community engagement has been a tremendous asset to West Linn. I appreciate his thoughtful leadership and commitment to our residents."
"Kate is a thoughtful, collaborative leader who will help us build on West Linn's progress and keep our City Council moving forward."
West Linn Mayor Rory Bialostosky
Mayor Rory Bialostosky
All West Linn City Councilors
State Rep. Jules Walters (former West Linn Mayor)
Jenni Tan, former West Linn Council President
Brenda Perry, former West Linn Council President
Abby Farber, Rosemont Summit NA President
Brigitte Howley, Parker Crest NA President
Platform
The Waterfront: Bring public access to Willamette Falls and carry out the community's vision for our Waterfront.
Highway 43: Revitalize the corridor, attract new businesses, and increase housing options for new and retiring residents.
Safe Streets: Support the West Linn Road Program to fix our roads, and build safer crossings and safe routes to school across town.
Parks and Nature: Protect the Willamette Wetlands and preserve and improve our parks and natural areas.
Liveable and Affordable: Keep West Linn welcoming for families, seniors, and residents at every stage of life.
Infrastructure and Services: Maintain the infrastructure and essential services we depend on.
An Open City Hall: Bring more residents into the conversation, and keep decisions about West Linn in West Linn.
How to Vote
Your ballot lists two seats.
Vote for two.
Bubble in both Kevin's and Kate's bubbles.
Important Dates
By Tuesday, Oct. 13:
Register or update your registration at oregonvotes.gov.
Wednesday, Oct. 14:
Ballots are mailed to voters. Track it at clackamas.us/elections.
By Tuesday, Oct. 27:
If you are mailing your ballot, try to mail it by October 27 to be safe.
Tuesday, Nov. 3:
ELECTION DAY! Your ballot must be in an official dropbox or received by the County Clerk by 8:00pm. You can use any official dropbox in Oregon, but there are two in West Linn, both open 24/7:
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West Linn City Hall (22500 Salamo Rd.)
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West Linn Public Library (1595 Burns St.)