I am Kat Bruner James,
and I am running for a four-year term (2020-2023)
on the Ferndale City Council.

 

Ferndale is my forever home, and I want to serve the community that I love by offering my skills and vision to City Council. Here's what you can expect from me:

I will be an independent voice for City Council.

  • My 20+ years of activism, 17 years as an engaged Ferndale resident, and 12 years as a civil rights attorney have provided me with a broad perspective. Throughout that time, I have worked with local leaders with a collaborative and effective approach.

  • I speak up for the unheard, and my work is not limited to any individual organization, endorser, or agenda.

I am a champion for community engagement.

  • To me, this is the foundation of local democracy. On Council, I will be vigilant in ensuring that the exchange of information and ideas between City leadership and residents is strengthened.

  • My work in Citizens for a Fair Ferndale and Ferndale Inclusion Network demonstrates my commitment to forging new relationships and successfully navigating through difficult conversations.

I am an advocate for social justice.

  • My entire career has been dedicated to protecting people from abuse by corporate and government interests. This experience will inform my contribution at the Council table.

  • Where systemic change is needed to address inequity, I will work to ensure that all of community members are afforded fair and just opportunities.

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Thank you so much for your support!  

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