We have lived in Rockaway Beach for over 10 years and have watched it evolve from a small retirement and second-home town into a thriving tourist destination. We support our current mayor and four current city council members who have worked diligently with our city manager to balance quality of life for residents while supporting tourism. They need our vote in the fall election.
There is not enough space to list all the professional and volunteer activities of these fine candidates. We encourage you to learn more about them. (Editor’s Note – See Pioneer’s Questions for the Candidates – https://www.tillamookcountypioneer.net/tillamook-county-pioneers-questions-for-candidates-nov-2024-rockaway-beach-mayor-city-council-candidates-links-to-forums/
Tom Martine has experience as a city councilor and on Planning and Zoning. He has multiple levels of experience with the fire department. He is a town historian. Tom has an excellent working relationship with other council members and RBFD staff.
Alesia Franken is a local business owner. She has professional knowledge as a chemical engineer which is invaluable in working on the source water project that will protect the drinking water for Rockaway Beach. She has worked collaboratively within the council and city departments.
Mary McGinnis has worked diligently to bring Rockaway Beach planning documents up to date. Her free time is spent visiting other communities and attending governmental meetings to gather information to share with the community.
Penny Cheek is a long-term resident and business owner with a knowledge of the town’s history, local employers and a vision for the future. Penny donates time on several boards in the community. She has an excellent and supportive relationship with city employees.
Charles McNeilly has guided Rockaway Beach through some rough water for the common good. He has had an open-door policy and has listened to community members. Along with the city manager and cooperating council members he has planned a way forward.
Kiley Konruff is seeking her first term as a city councilor but is known to many as a local graduate who has returned to raise her family here. She understands working parents in the community. We believe her community ties, energy and commitment will make her an excellent member of the council.
Beverly and John Goertzen ask you to VOTE.
