Her campaign will focus on smart, sustainable growth, revitalizing Old Town, public safety, fiscal responsibility, and keeping taxes low while maintaining quality city services

BATTLE GROUND — Cherish DesRochers, Battle Ground City Council Member and past deputy mayor, has officially announced her candidacy for re-election to Position No. 6 in the upcoming municipal election.

A proud resident of Battle Ground since 1990, DesRochers has deep roots in the community and a long-standing commitment to public service. First appointed to the City Council in 2016, she was elected in 2017 and re-elected in 2021. As a councilmember and former Deputy Mayor, she has been a strong advocate for thoughtful growth, transparency, and preserving the close-knit character of Battle Ground.

She currently serves on the LEOFF 1 Disability Board, the Ethics Committee, and the Budget Committee, where she plays an active role in policy oversight, financial planning, and supporting public safety retirees. She also holds both a Certificate of Municipal Leadership and an Advanced Certificate of Municipal Leadership from the Association of Washington Cities, recognizing her dedication to effective governance and continuing education.

One accomplishment DesRochers is especially proud of is spearheading the Utility Rate Reduction Program for Seniors with Low Income, a measure that helps make essential services more affordable for some of the community’s most vulnerable residents.

She is particularly excited about the ongoing revitalization of Old Town Battle Ground, and has been a strong supporter of efforts to breathe new life into the historic core through infrastructure improvements, local business development, and community-focused events that bring people together.

Her regional leadership includes past appointments to the Urban County Policy Board, which helps direct federal HUD funding, and the board of ECHO (Ending Community Homelessness Organization), where she contributed to strategic efforts to reduce homelessness in Clark County.

Outside of government service, DesRochers is the founder and president of Food with Friends, a nonprofit serving people experiencing homelessness. The organization has spent thousands of hours providing meals through weekly street outreach and installed shower facilities at two local churches, improving access to hygiene and dignity for vulnerable populations.

She was also honored as one of the Vancouver Business Journal’s Accomplished and Under 40, celebrating her as an emerging leader making a meaningful impact in Southwest Washington.

“Battle Ground has been my home since 1990. I care deeply about this city — its people, its future, and its unique identity,” said DesRochers. “I’m running for re-election because I believe in working collaboratively to make Battle Ground a place where everyone can thrive.”

Her campaign will focus on smart, sustainable growth, revitalizing Old Town, public safety, fiscal responsibility, and keeping taxes low while maintaining quality city services.

For more information, media inquiries, or to get involved in the campaign, contact:

Email: info@cherishforbgwa.com

Phone: (360) 609-1939

Website: www.cherishforbgwa.com