Vernonia City Council · Nov 3, 2026
Richard
Traver
Richard Traver is running for Vernonia City Council in the Nov 3, 2026 election; 3 candidates are running for 2 seats.
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The race · City Council
- 01Gary Brown
- 02Joseph Dombek
- 03David Paul SternerWithdrawn
- 04Richard TraverYou’re reading
Background
- About
- Runs Calypso's Soft Serve in Vernonia and is a former special education teacher. He also worked as an instructional assistant and has been a volunteer park host at Vernonia Lake.
- Party
- Nonpartisan race. City of Vernonia
Six candidates are on the ballot: Charlie Kibben and Susan Wagner for Mayor, and Gary Brown, Joseph Dombek, David Paul Sterner and Richard Traver for two City Council seats. Columbia County Voters' Pamphlet, November 3, 2026 General Election
On the record: Richard Traver
4 sourced01Local economy1 sourced position
as reported by The Spotlight; not a direct quote
Wants to support small businesses and promote the Crown Z Trail and Vernonia Lake to boost local tourism.
Own statementThe Spotlight (Your Oregon News) · Sep 29, 2026Link
02Growth1 sourced position
Says Vernonia must balance needed growth with preserving the town's character and logging heritage.
Loggers built this town; loggers have a Proud Past and an Even brighter future.”
Own statementThe Spotlight (Your Oregon News) · Sep 29, 2026Link
03Youth and planning1 sourced position
as reported by The Spotlight; not a direct quote
Wants better community engagement and long-term planning, especially resources for youth and support for local startups.
Own statementThe Spotlight (Your Oregon News) · Sep 29, 2026Link
04Questionnaires1 sourced position
Did not submit responses to the Vernonia's Voice candidate questionnaire.
Own statementVernonia's Voice · Oct 15, 2026Link
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