I have lived and been an active part of North Bend for 31 years, raising two incredible children.  I am a longtime freelance photographer and also work in construction.

I am a current North Bend City Council member and former Planning Commissioner with decades of experience volunteering on numerous foundations, boards, commissions, community festivals, and as a guest speaker in the Snoqualmie Valley School system. I created "Heart of the Valley Community Image" historic event bringing togetherness, unity and celebration.

As a positive, approachable influence I will listen to you, value your concerns, working respectfully with others to make the best possible decisions for our beautiful community.  I deeply treasure our small town culture, keeping one and all safe, preserving open space and recognizing that while some change is still expected, striving to ensure that change is strategically planned and carefully managed is imperative.  I humbly ask for your vote.

Leadership, experience, and love of community are what I offer to North Bend citizens.  As your mayor, I oversee nearly 50 employees and a $100M+ budget.  First term accomplishments include enhancement of public communications, improvements in transportation and infrastructure, expansion of city parks and trails, broadening of housing choices, increases in social service agencies’ support, and business support during the pandemic followed by business expansion.

With our ten-year housing growth winding down, it’s time to pause and reflect on next steps. I will listen and work tirelessly for all residents to ensure a future that aligns with community goals and values. Together we will thrive while retaining our small-town feel. I would appreciate your vote.

Endorsements:  Eastside Firefighters, Local Police Association, Congresswoman Kim Schrier, State Senators Mark Mullet and Brad Hawkins, State Representatives Lisa Callan and Bill Ramos, KC Councilmember Sarah Perry, mayors, and community members. Access list at www.mcfarland4mayor.org.