Lake Oswego City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Patrick Walsh
Candidate for City Council
Patrick Walsh is running for Lake Oswego City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 6 candidates are running for 4 seats.
Last day to register to vote · Tue, Oct 13, 2026
Patrick Walsh chairs the Lake Oswego Library Advisory Board and is a theater director. Has served on the Library Advisory Board for four years, including two years as chair.
- Campaign website
- walsh4lo.com
Where Patrick Walsh stands: positions on the record
Gas leaf blowers1 sourced position
Proposes trade-in incentives for landscapers and residents paired with a phased transition timeline.
“we must offer trade-in incentives without tapping the General Fund.”
Own statementLake Oswego Sustainability Network · Sep 22, 2026
Foothills clean energy1 sourced position
Calls a zero-carbon clean energy district in the Foothills District an opportunity and proposes studying an urban renewal area to fund it.
“Transforming the Foothills District into a zero-carbon, clean energy district is an extraordinary opportunity”
Own statementLake Oswego Sustainability Network · Sep 22, 2026
Oswego Lake access1 sourced position
as reported by Lake Oswego Review
At a Lake Corporation forum, said he would return Oswego Lake to private use.
“In my utopian view, I go back to how it was a year ago. I keep it a private lake.”
Forum answerLake Oswego Review · Sep 29, 2026
Housing1 sourced position
Campaign site lists responsible housing as a priority: development that respects neighborhood character while addressing the community's diverse needs.
“Advocating for sensible development that respects our neighborhood character while addressing the diverse needs of our growing community.”
Own statementPatrick Walsh for Lake Oswego City Council (campaign site)
Library site1 sourced position
as reported by Lake Oswego Review; not a direct quote
Named improving the Foothills District and a new, renovated Lake Oswego Public Library as long-term projects in his campaign.
Own statementLake Oswego Review · Sep 13, 2026
Budget and infrastructure1 sourced position
Campaign site lists fiscal responsibility as a priority.
“Ensuring every tax dollar is managed with transparency and long-term vision.”
Own statementPatrick Walsh for Lake Oswego City Council (campaign site)
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