Juliet Potrykus
Yakima City Council - District 4
Empowered by GoodParty.org
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
nonpartisan
Occupation
Candidate has not filled out this section yet.
My Top Issues
Taxes / Budget
A balanced budget that reflects our community’s priorities.
Economy
Innovative, community-driven solutions that support strong families and economic growth in Yakima.
Infrastructure / Transportation
Expand flight routes and transportation access. This will allow more economic and labor connections between Yakima and other business hubs.
Criminal Justice / Public Safety
I believe in public safety.
Housing
Work to maximize affordability in housing, utilities, and everyday costs, ensuring that families can live comfortably in Yakima, especially as we prepare for potential economic challenges.
Criminal Justice / Public Safety
We must relentlessly fight crime, gangs, drugs, human trafficking, homelessness, addiction, and blight to protect our neighborhoods and children.
Wages / Job Benefits
Attract a wide variety of businesses that offer fulfilling, well-paying jobs, so Yakima families can build strong, lasting futures right here at home.
Environment / Energy
Clean up, maintain, and ensure the safety of our parks, green spaces, and natural resources so families can enjoy them without fear. Address issues like homelessness and drug activity, creating welcoming spaces for children, parents, and community members to connect with Yakima's natural beauty in a safe environment.
Wages / Job Benefits
Link students and young adults to real career pathways, creating opportunities for them to succeed and thrive right here at home.
Who I'm Running Against
Information not available
Candidate has not filled out this section yet.
The GoodParty.org Pledge
All candidates empowered by GoodParty.org agree to the following:
Independent
Candidates are running outside the two-party system as an Independent, nonpartisan, or third-party candidate.
People-Powered
Candidates take the majority of their funds from grassroots donors and reject the influence of special interests and big money.
Anti-Corruption
Candidates pledge to be accountable and transparent with their policy agendas and report attempts to unduly influence them.
Civility
Candidates pledge to run a clean campaign free of mudslinging and uphold a minimum standard of civility in their campaign's conduct.
Build a better democracy with us.
Ready to join the movement? Support candidates, run for office or join our online community of like-minded individuals.
Run for office
Discover how you can run for office and make a real impact in your community.
Start your campaign
GoodParty.org Community
Connect with other Independents, and explore opportunities for learning and volunteering.
Join the community
Run Independent. Win local.
A step-by-step guide to running and winning as an Independent. Free to download, built to help you win local.
Download the free e-book