I officially announce my candidacy for Ilwaco City Council Position 4 in the upcoming election to be held on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023.

As your candidate for Ilwaco City Council “I’m with you.” I’m running for Ilwaco Council Position 4 to listen to the needs of the citizens and get the job done.

Because of my vast number of life experiences and most importantly, as a member of the executive staff for the District Attorney’s Office in Riverside County as government relations officer. Where I worked closely with city, state and federal officials which included all law enforcement agencies in all 33 cities within and around Riverside County. In addition, my duties included being “tribal liaison” for 12 sovereign tribes. Where I successfully obtained over $10 million in grant funding.

I wholeheartedly believe in community service. I sit on the Planning Commission for the City of Ilwaco. After being appointed by the mayor, I most recently was voted by my fellow commissioners as chairman for the planning commission. I am also on the advisory committee to the sheriff of Pacific County.

As your city council member. I will work to ensure public safety is maintained by having adequate staffing, recruit new business to our city, prioritize funding for road repair and vital infrastructure, reduce homelessness by addressing the root of the crisis.

As a husband, parent, grandparent and resident of our great city. I’m open to new ideas that will help the citizens of our city. “I’m with You.”

I would be honored to earn your vote. Join your fellow neighbors and business owners who are supporting me.

RICHARD RUBIO

Ilwaco