Residents of Klickitat County will have the opportunity to hear directly from the men seeking the county sheriff’s office during a candidate forum scheduled for next month. The League of Women Voters of Klickitat and Skamania counties has organized the event to provide a structured platform for voters to evaluate the candidates before the general election.
Forum Details and Access
The gathering is set to take place at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14. The venue for the in-person portion of the event is the Mt. View Grange, located at 1085 N Main Ave. in White Salmon. For those who cannot attend in person, the forum will be streamed live via Zoom. A direct link to the virtual viewing room is available through a shortened URL provided by the organizers.
The event is being co-sponsored by the Columbia Gorge News and the Goldendale Sentinel. The League is encouraging public participation by inviting questions. Residents may submit inquiries in advance by emailing the League’s dedicated address, [email protected]. Alternatively, attendees at the Grange can submit questions in writing during the event. This dual approach aims to ensure a broad range of community concerns are addressed by the candidates.
Candidates and Structure
Three individuals have been invited to participate in the discussion: John Bruce, Tony Warren, and Dwayne T. Matulovich. The forum is designed to follow a specific format to ensure equal time for each participant. Each candidate will begin with a self-introduction, followed by a question-and-answer segment. The session will conclude with a final statement from each of the three men.
The League of Women Voters of Klickitat and Skamania counties is actively seeking new members and supporters. Those interested in learning more about the organization’s upcoming forums or how to join can visit the League’s website at lwvwa.org/join_us. Additionally, the League maintains a Facebook page where event updates and further information are posted. The page is accessible at www.facebook.com/lwvklickska/events.
This forum is part of a broader effort by the League to engage voters in the election process. By bringing candidates together in a neutral setting, the organization hopes to facilitate informed decision-making among the electorate. The presence of local news outlets as co-sponsors underscores the community’s interest in the local election race. The event is free to attend, both in person and virtually, lowering the barrier for civic engagement.
Voters are advised to mark their calendars for the July 14 date to ensure they can participate or watch the proceedings. The structured nature of the forum, with designated times for introductions, questions, and closing remarks, is intended to keep the discussion focused and efficient. As the election season progresses, such events serve as critical touchpoints for candidates to connect with their constituents and for voters to gauge the positions and personalities of those running for public office in Klickitat County.