Astoria Mayor · Nov 3, 2026
Laura
Parker
Laura Parker is running for mayor of Astoria in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Andy Davis, Sean Davis and Thomas Brownson.
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The race · Mayor
- 01Thomas Brownson
- 02Andy Davis
- 03Sean Davis
- 04Laura ParkerYou’re reading
Background
- About
- Clatsop County juvenile probation counselor with over 20 years of public service. She lists service as chair of the Domestic Violence Council and of the Astoria Public Library Board.
- Occupation (from candidate statement)
- Clatsop County Juvenile Probation Counselor
- Endorsed by
- Lists the support of former State Senator Betsy Johnson and former Astoria Mayor Willis Van Dusen. Clatsop County Voters' Pamphlet, Nov. 3, 2026 General Election
Laura Parker, Jim Forrester and Justin Grafton held a joint meet-the-candidates event on Aug. 20, 2026; the candidates said the event was not an indication they are running as a coalition. The Astorian · Aug 25, 2026
On the record: Laura Parker
5 sourced01Vacant-home tax1 sourced position
as reported by The Astorian
Opposed Measure 4-247, the vacant-home tax, at an Aug. 20 candidate event, citing residents who work away from Astoria.
Even if they could obtain an exemption to go to work and live in their house, I don’t believe that that’s rational.”
Forum answerThe Astorian · Aug 25, 2026Link
02Housing1 sourced position
Says Astoria's housing issue is one of affordability tied to jobs and wages.
I think we have an affordability problem and part of that conversation has to include jobs and wages.”
Own statementThe Astorian · Oct 9, 2026Link
03Permitting1 sourced position
Says the city should review codes, permitting processes and fees that may stand in the way of housing.
We should look at outdated codes, permitting processes, fees and unnecessary red tape and ask whether they are helping or standing in the way.”
Own statementThe Astorian · Oct 9, 2026Link
04City staff1 sourced position
Lists retaining city employees and recruiting new ones as a priority.
Another priority I would bring to the mayor’s office is a strong focus on retaining our city employees and attracting high-quality people to work for the City of Astoria.”
Own statementThe Astorian · Oct 9, 2026Link
05Infrastructure1 sourced position
as reported by The Astorian
Said she would support the Public Works Department and advocate for additional funding.
our public works department is doing a nice job. I would look to support them and be an advocate for additional funding.”
Forum answerThe Astorian · Oct 7, 2026Link
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