North Plains City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Matthew
Blancas
Matthew Blancas is running for North Plains City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 6 candidates are running for 3 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01Melody Axe
- 02Matthew BlancasYou’re reading
- 03Lisa Ferrari-Harwood
- 04Tera VanDyke
- 05Anna WarringtonIncumbent
- 06Don WeberIncumbent
Background
- About
- Federal administrator and U.S. Army veteran with an executive master's in public administration from Portland State.
On the record: Matthew Blancas
3 sourced01Audits and finances1 sourced position
Said the city needs to focus on financial stability, effective governance and rebuilding confidence in city operations.
I believe North Plains needs to focus on financial stability, effective governance and rebuilding confidence in city operations.”
Own statementHillsboro News-Times · Sep 29, 2026Link
02Growth and expansion1 sourced position
Said any future expansion process should begin with residents and clear information.
If future expansion is considered, the process should begin with residents and clear information.”
Own statementHillsboro News-Times · Sep 29, 2026Link
03City Hall1 sourced position
Said the council should set clear priorities while letting city staff carry out their work.
The council should set clear priorities and expectations while allowing city staff to carry out their responsibilities.”
Own statementHillsboro News-Times · Sep 29, 2026Link
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