Bend City Council and Mayor Forum

Election season is upon us with candidates running to represent Bendites at all levels of government — from City Council and County Commissioners to the State Legislature in Salem. The Bend Chamber of Commerce is excited to host a series of forums to introduce the candidates to the community and learn more about their policy platforms. You’ll hear firsthand from the candidates, and have the opportunity for Q&A.

Join us on Monday, September 19, to hear from the candidates running for Bend City Council and Mayor.

City Council, Position #4

• Deborah Harrington

• Karon Johnson

• Barb Campbell

• Bill Olsen

• Erlin Taylor

City Council, Position #5

• Ariel Mendez

• Sean Sipe

City Council, Position #6

• Julia Brown

• Rick Johns

• Mike Riley

Mayor

• Chris Piper

• Melanie Kebler

The Bend City Council has three City Council seats and the position of Mayor that will be placed on the ballot for the November 2022 election. The Bend City Council is comprised of six council members and an elected Mayor. Council Members are elected to four-year terms. One of the Council positions is for the remaining two years of a vacated seat. Individuals elected to a seat on the City Council will begin serving in January 2023.

Before and after our speakers, we’ll have plenty of time for networking — plus bites and beverages. Beverages will be provided, including beer from Deschutes Brewery and cider from AVID Cider, plus appetizers from Bleu Bite Catering.

$25 members | $40 Non-members $5 more at the door