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• OCTOBER 2025
WVSD Dist. 1
The Current
City of Spokane Valley council pos. 7 Laura Padden
Dan Hansen
Incumbent
Incumbent
What best qualifies you for this position? First off, I love the West Valley community, where my two children attended K-12, and where I served on the WVSD Board since December 2014 (as Board President in 2018 and 2023). Our board is dynamic and active; we don’t always agree on issues that come before us, but our disagreement is always respectful and leads to better decision-making. I’m involved at the state level as a member of the Washington State School Directors Association Legislative Committee (2015-2020; 2025), and am president of the Spokane County School Directors Association (2024-present). Prior to serving on the school board, I was an active member (and oneyear president) of the West Valley Band Boosters, and served on the Millwood Planning Commission (2010-2015). As a teen, my daughter was instrumental in helping establish the Millwood Farmers Market, and our family served as volunteers in the early years. What is the most important issue that needs to be addressed? The biggest issues facing all school districts are meeting individual needs so each student feels embraced by their community and has the opportunity to achieve their greatest success. At WV, we that challenge through mental health initiatives, by establishing Professional Learning Communities that draw educators together with intentionality for the betterment of every student, and through great community partnerships.
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What best qualifies you for this position? I was raised in Spokane Valley and with my husband Mike, have raised our five sons here. I actively volunteer at Church, donate blood, have served on multiple boards, committees and organizations including the Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce, my church finance committee, and previously on the
What best qualifies you for this position? My name is Brad Hohn, and I am running for Spokane Valley City Council, Position 7. For more than 30 years, Spokane Valley has been my home. My spouse and I have been married for 35 years, and we raised our three children here, all of whom attended Central Valley schools. Over the past two decades, I’ve seen firsthand both the opportunities and the challenges that come with growth in our community. I believe Spokane Valley should remain a safe, affordable, and familyfriendly place for future generations. To achieve that, we need leadership that listens, respects taxpayer dollars, and puts people above politics. That is the kind of leadership I will
Spokane Regional Law and Justice Committee. As a Councilmember for the last 4 years, I have been a part of many notable successes - growing the police force to improve public safety, major infrastructure projects, the new cross-country course, enhancements to Balfour and Greenacres Parks, etc. In addition, I have been a member of the city contingent lobbying both in Olympia and Washington D.C. strengthening existing relationships and forging new ones. We are very fortunate to have been successful in recent years in returning tax dollars to our area for road and capital projects that benefit all. I keep myself educated
on the issues and prepare for meetings each week. As an advocate for conservative values, I look to find solutions in line with a philosophy of keeping government small and taxes low. What is the most important issue that needs to be addressed? The cost of doing business continues to rise so my focus is on economic development to build a strong financial base for Spokane Valley. This means supporting existing businesses and attracting new businesses including manufacturing, services and tourism. With a strong economic base, we can effectively address things like crime, housing and homelessness.
bring to the council. What is the most important issue that needs to be addressed? My priorities are clear: • Public Safety First: Our residents deserve safe neighborhoods. I will ensure police and emergency services are fully funded through existing resources— not new taxes. • Lower Unnecessary Taxes: Families and businesses are already burdened enough. I will oppose tax increases and work to eliminate unnecessary costs, such as the license plate tax. • Stop Wasteful Projects: Costly and unpopular projects like the Sprague Road Diet are not in the public’s best interest. I will stand firmly against them. • Fiscal Responsibility:
Brad Hohn Candidate
Every decision at City Hall should serve the taxpayer. I will bring transparency, accountability, and common-sense budgeting to city government. I’m stepping up because Spokane Valley needs leadership grounded in real-world experience and dedicated to protecting our community’s future. Together, we can restore fiscal discipline and keep our city safe, strong, and thriving.