Elected Experience: In 2011, I was elected as a Port Commissioner because I wanted to bring jobs and tax revenue to the community. I have succeeded in that role. Our Port is stronger than ever and will soon bring improved services, more jobs and much needed tax revenue to support critical needs. I currently serve as a Fire Commissioner for Riverside Fire Authority; where I support the mission of serving the citizens of our community in providing quality prevention and emergency services.
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Statement: I am a 3rd generation Centralia native. After high school, I joined the Navy where I served for 4 years; following that, I attended college and then moved to LA to begin my professional career. I moved back to Centralia in 2001 to raise my family because I love Centralia. I am interested in joining the city council because I believe in the city’s critical role in ensuring we have a viable, sound and inviting community that will retain, attract and support the people and businesses that reside and wish to reside here. I want to build on and safeguard the good work so many people have contributed to this community over the years and help create an inviting atmosphere that will encourage the contribution of many more to come. I am a seasoned business professional and understand the importance of balancing business needs with finances and managing relationships to maximize return for investors. The investors in this community are all of us; and we deserve to get the most for what we pay to support and help our community prosper. I hope you will consider me as your councilor as you cast your vote.
Contact: (206) 579-3224, erlandevans@msn.com, 711 F St., Centralia, WA 98531