Derek Thompson
Vancouver City Council - Position 2
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About the Office
The City Legislature is the municipality's governing body, responsible for voting on ordinances and policies, and often is in charge of hiring a city manager.
Term Length
4 years
Election Date
Nov 4, 2025
About Me
Party
Independent
Occupation
Retired
Fun Fact
I love to fish and I can't get enough of kite flying.
I love playing with my crazy dog.
I love music and I'm learning to play the bass guitar
Past Experience
I have 7 years as a founder and director of a local non-profit organization and based in Vancouver, Washington. I'm a retired but concerned citizen of Vancouver, Washington. My experience as a founder of an NPO is a testament to my ability to bring people together to organize, to listen, and to serve my community. My desire to make Vancouver better and my concern for the people of Vancouver qualify me for the position will serve me well.
My Top Issues
Promoting Mental Health Awareness
We need compassionate competent remedies and care for this demographic.
Increasing affordable housing options
Affordable housing must also be sustainable for those paying more than the typical 30 percent of their income for housing.
Promoting efficiency and accountability in government spending
This is an issue that is at the heart of most of problems
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