King County Local Voters Pamphlet

Troy J. Smith -

To the people of Federal Way:

Federal Way is a great place to live and I’m proud to be running for the city council. As our city grows in area, population, and diversity, and interdependence with its South King and North Pierce county neighbors, the city and we the citizens must find responsible ways to enhance our parks and our wetlands. They are getting smaller as the years progress. And also our top-notch utility, emergency and human services for all our residents need more funding. I have lived in Federal Way for six years now and I have been appointed to the Federal Way Diversity Commission this past May. So you ask, can one person really make a difference? Yes, I believe I can, you can, and together we all can in our own way. I hope to earn your vote, thanks.

Troy Smith

Roger Freeman -

As your next Federal Way Council member, my goals are to improve the quality of life for residents, maintain public safety, and create economic opportunities by cultivating and marketing industry based upon the diversity of our community.

With 15 years’ experience representing families in crisis and defending human rights, I am proud to be an advocate for our community. I serve Federal Way as a Human Services Commissioner, Heritage Leadership Camp youth mentor, and Adelaide Elementary parent volunteer.

I strongly believe in funding human services and developing youth programs. I support city-led campaigns as a way to strengthen local businesses. I champion our senior citizens’ request to have “seniors only” hours at our community center. I will seek to ensure that road improvements are in place to protect school children and commuters who cross busy streets.

We, the people, are Federal Way. Together, we can achieve any goal!

David St. John -

Dear, citizens of Federal Way. I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself. I am David St. John and I’m running for City Council Position 6. I am a husband of 18 years and the proud father of two daughters. I am also a 19-year resident of Federal Way and have owned a business in our community for over 14 years. I am running for City Council because I believe that our city has the potential to be not only a great place to live, but also a great place to make a living. I am not a politician. I am a passionate citizen and businessman who wants to serve his community, and I look forward to earning your vote in the months ahead.

Lorie Wood -

Lorie Wood is an award winning photographer who has owned a small business since 1982. She was born in Seattle and has lived in Federal Way for 15 years. Lorie has voted in every election since age 18. She loves to make things work, is a good listener and is not afraid to stand up for what she believes in. She supports the police, fire department, and schools. Being a baby boomer, Lorie wants to protect our older generation and their assets.

Lorie supports ways to keep taxes low without stopping services. She is currently a Precinct Committee Officer and Arts Commissioner in Federal Way. She has served on many boards from schools to photography. The men in her life have all been in the military and she continues to support our troops.

She was nominated for the Women of Influence Award in 2008 and would appreciate your vote.

Diana Noble-Gulliford -

Diana would be honored to serve the Federal Way citizens on the Federal Way City Council. The two issues that are the most important to her for our city is public safety and economic development to create jobs. Diana has been interested in providing a positive environment for economic development and creating local jobs for our city. Federal Way residents have been hit hard in this recession. We need to establish a permanent economic base for Federal Way that offers wages that our citizens can live on. Diana has served Federal Way for many decades: Federal Way Community Council, King County Boundary Review Board appointed by the governor, Federal Way Planning Commission for six years, President of Historical Society of Federal Way, Buds & Blooms Committee Member. Diana would greatly appreciate your vote and your support for this position. You can reach her at 206-412-5545 or by e-mail at Diana@gulliford.com .