Voter guide · Nov 3, 2026

Wilsonville City Council Election 2026

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The candidates

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Katie DunwellRetired digital strategist and former Wilsonville city councilor. Previously a marketing vice president and an investment banking partner, and served on the Development Review Board.8sourced
Jennie HillReal estate agent and local business owner with a graphic design and marketing background. Previously worked as a graphic designer and marketing director.6sourced
Adrienne ScritsmierClackamas Community College educator and food security advocate who grew up in Wilsonville. Has served on the Wilsonville Budget Committee and chaired the Sister City Advisory Board.5sourced
Sam ScullIncumbentWilsonville city councilor and business owner with a global manufacturing background. Previously served on the Planning Commission, the Budget Committee and the Development Review Board.5sourced

Four candidates are running for two at-large council seats. The two candidates with the most votes win four-year terms running January 2027 through December 2030.

2 notes on these statements

Sam Scull was appointed to the council on October 20, 2025 to the seat previously held by Katie Dunwell, who resigned in September 2025. His term continues through December 2026. City of Wilsonville · Oct 5, 2026

Adrienne Scritsmier and Sam Scull did not attend the September 30 Wilsonville Neighbors forum, citing an event coordinated by a group affiliated with the Clackamas County Republican Party; Katie Dunwell and Jennie Hill took part. Wilsonville Spokesman · Oct 4, 2026

Already on the council, not on the ballot

Whoever you elect will govern alongside these members.

Adam CunninghamCouncilor; elected 20243sourced Shawn O'NeilMayor; elected November 20243sourced Anne ShevlinCouncilor; elected November 20243sourced

Officeholders' pages compare what they've said with how they've voted, with sources.

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Match quiz5 questions · answers stay on your phone Seat the CouncilPick winners, see the council What council decidesTown Center urban renewal, City budget and rates, Aurora airport and industrial land Key datesDeadlines and vote centers

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Voter registration deadline

Tue, Oct 13, 2026

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What the next council decides

Town Center urban renewal

Where it standsVoters will decide Measure 3-641 in November on creating a Town Center urban renewal district. The council referred the question to the ballot in August 2026.

What's on the tableWhether to fund Town Center public improvements through urban renewal, and how the Town Center plan changes afterward.

Measure 3-641 asks whether the city should adopt Ordinance No. 905 establishing the Wilsonville Town Center Development District, an urban renewal district. Clackamas County Voters' Pamphlet, Nov 3, 2026 (Measure 3-641, p. C-67) · Oct 5, 2026
The plan authorizes up to $152 million in principal indebtedness, with tax increment collection anticipated for 28 years, through fiscal year 2056. Clackamas County Voters' Pamphlet, Nov 3, 2026 (Measure 3-641, p. C-67) · Oct 5, 2026
On August 6, 2026 the council voted 5-0 to refer the question to voters. City of Wilsonville · Aug 6, 2026
On September 10, 2026 the council adopted a code amendment that prohibits Town Center development from seeking to exceed the maximum permitted building heights. City of Wilsonville · Sep 11, 2026

City budget and rates

Where it standsThe Budget Committee approved the 2026-27 budget in May 2026, and the city manager has begun a comprehensive assessment of the general fund.

What's on the tableHow the city funds its services and whether rates and fees rise.

The Budget Committee approved the budget at its May 12, 2026 meeting, for final adoption by the council on June 1, 2026. City of Wilsonville · May 18, 2026
City Manager Jeanna Troha told the council a comprehensive assessment of the general fund is underway and will take place over several months. City of Wilsonville · Sep 11, 2026
Candidates at a September 30 forum described mounting financial concerns for a city with limited resources. Wilsonville Spokesman · Oct 4, 2026

Aurora airport and industrial land

Where it standsThe city has long disagreed with the state aviation department over the airport's future, and the council continues to take up industrial land use items.

What's on the tableHow the city engages the state on the Aurora State Airport and what industrial development it approves.

The city of Wilsonville has historically been at odds with the Oregon Department of Aviation about the future of the Aurora State Airport. Wilsonville Spokesman · Oct 4, 2026
Air traffic at the airport is estimated to increase 37% over the next 20 years. Wilsonville Spokesman · Oct 4, 2026
On July 20, 2026 the council voted 5-0 on first reading to rezone about 33 acres at 26120 SW Parkway Avenue for a Sysco facility expansion. City of Wilsonville · Jul 20, 2026

Housing growth

Where it standsThe state requires Wilsonville to act to spur housing development, and Town Center plans assume new housing.

What's on the tableHow much and what kind of housing the city plans for, including in Town Center.

Wilsonville is required by the state to take action to spur housing development in the next 20 years. Wilsonville Spokesman · Oct 4, 2026
The Town Center technical report assumes 2,381 housing units. Clackamas County Voters' Pamphlet, Nov 3, 2026 (Measure 3-641, p. C-67) · Oct 5, 2026
The assumed residential units were reduced from 4,179 in a 2023 study to 2,381 in a 2026 study. City of Wilsonville · Aug 6, 2026

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1. Voters will decide whether to create a Town Center urban renewal district. What should come first?
2. How should the city respond to its financial pressures?
3. What approach should Wilsonville take toward the Aurora State Airport?
4. Should Wilsonville allow data centers?
5. How should the city handle housing growth?

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Key dates

Voter registration deadlineCity of Wilsonville · Oct 5, 2026Oct 13, 2026
Ballots mailed to votersCity of Wilsonville · Oct 5, 2026Oct 14, 2026
Election Day (ballots postmarked or in a drop site by 8 pm)City of Wilsonville · Oct 5, 2026Nov 3, 2026

The seat math

3 stay (not up this year): Adam Cunningham, Shawn O'Neil, Anne Shevlin2 on this ballot

5 council seats. The council decides by a 3-vote majority.

The council has five members, including a mayor and a council president, all elected at large to staggered four-year terms. City of Wilsonville · Oct 5, 2026
If a position is vacated before the term is completed, the council appoints a replacement to serve until the next election. City of Wilsonville · Oct 5, 2026
The Mayor presides over council meetings. City of Wilsonville · Oct 5, 2026

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