Why I'm Running for Council
- I am excited about running for Issaquah City Council, Position No. 5. I want to devote my knowledge, skills, and training to help keep Issaquah a wonderful place to live, work, and play. Our community has faced and weathered a global pandemic. We learned that we are a resilient community with many strengths. We also learned that by working together, we can overcome daunting circumstances.
I would humbly ask for your support so that together, we may build an even stronger future for our city.
A vote for Russell Joe will: - Elect a leader with over 16 years of experience as a non-profit board volunteer and executive staff member;
- Elect a private sector leader with proven experience in the area of government affairs and municipal relations in King and Snohomish counties;
- Elect a former prosecutor, Pro Tem Judge and local attorney to help bring a balanced and rational approach to decision making in this non-partisan position;
- Elect a seasoned former member of the city council, with over nine years of municipal government experience, to represent you.