Elected Experience: None
Other Professional Experience: Owner of business consulting practice. Clients include state, local government, for-profit and non-profit sectors. Former employee of Thurston County, Pierce Transit, Cispus Learning Center. 20+ years’ experience in organizational leadership, strategic planning, change management, staff development.
Education: Bachelor of Arts: University of Puget Sound, 1993. Master of Science in Organizational Development: Central Washington University, 2002.
Community Service: Chehalis Boys and Girls Club, 2014 – current; Board President 2017 – current.
Statement: I am running for Centralia City Council because I want to be a part of positive change in our City.
I plan to improve cooperation between the City and our economic development partners – the Centralia Downtown Association, Port of Centralia, Economic Development Council, Centralia-Chehalis Chamber and more. This will encourage a strong downtown while also increasing employment opportunities for all residents.I want to be part of a strong City Council team that sets policies that encourage people to live here. This includes prioritizing safety, keeping city fees as low as possible and creating opportunities where our high school and college graduates see a future for themselves right here.
I will work to create neighborhood hubs where people can connect with each other, engage with their City leaders and feel a part of their community. I am motivated by a desire to serve. I value community. As a mom myself, I want the place where I am raising my daughters to be a place of welcome, safety and opportunity.
Contact: (360) 870-7947, kssjohnston@gmail.com, 1223 Ham Hill Rd, Centralia, WA 98531