Lindsay will be transitioning her career and studying to become an elementary school teacher
RIDGEFIELD – Ridgefield City Council member Jennifer Lindsay has resigned Position 6 on City Council effective Aug. 23, 2024. She will be transitioning her career and studying to become an elementary school teacher. Lindsay will continue to be active in the Ridgefield Community.
Lindsay and her family moved to Ridgefield in 2009, and she quickly became involved in making a difference in the community. Lindsay has been involved in the Ridgefield Lions Club, Ridgefield Boosters Club, and PTO.
Prior to serving on the council, she also demonstrated her leadership skills serving as a member of the Ridgefield Planning Commission for two years. In October 2018, Lindsay was appointed to City Council following a mid-term vacancy. She was elected by the people of Ridgefield in November 2019 to retain her seat, and again in November 2021 at the end of her first term. In January 2022, Lindsay was appointed by her peers on the council to serve as mayor of the city of Ridgefield. She served a full two-year term as the chief spokesperson and ceremonial head of the city.
A statement from the city read, “during her time in office, Jennifer Lindsay demonstrated her dedication to Ridgefield at Council meetings, community meetings, community events, building relationships with community partners, and lobbying for funding for Ridgefield projects at the State and Federal level. Her focus on the Council was preserving Ridgefield’s small town feel amidst growth, creating an interconnected trail system, and maintaining the historical atmosphere of Downtown.’’
State law provides that the City Council shall appoint a qualified person to fill the vacant position within 90 days. The process for appointment will begin after her resignation is effective, August 23, 2024. The term for Position 6 will expire in 2025.
Information about the appointment process and how to apply will be available on the City website, www.RidgefieldWa.us, by August 23, 2024.
Also read:
- Camas girls basketball: Defending champions look to learn from mistakes with a tough schedule
Camas girls basketball faces growing pains as they aim to defend their state championship with a young, talented team. - Clark County Today Sports Podcast, Dec 19, 2024: Discussing the protocol on voting for WIAA amendments, plus a look at some of the amendments that will be voted on in 2025Clark County Today Sports Podcast reviews Camas and Seton Catholic football, WIAA amendments, and winter sports.
- Biden Energy Dept. deals another blow to natural gas supportersThe Department of Energy’s new rules and a report on LNG exports have sparked debates among natural gas supporters and environmental advocates.
- Opinion: Courts blocking the Kroger-Albertson merger won’t stop consumers from making choices
Paul Guppy of Washington Policy Center critiques judicial rulings that block the Kroger-Albertsons merger, citing changing consumer trends and potential job losses. - Pac Coast Wrestling to return to Clark County Event Center Dec. 27-28The Pac Coast Wrestling Championships, featuring over 100 teams, return to the Clark County Event Center Dec. 27-28 for two days of thrilling competition.
- Mountain View now runs Clark County’s high school basketball holiday tournamentThe Mountain View Holiday Invite will host eight boys basketball teams, including five from Clark County, from Dec. 26-28 in a showcase of local talent.
- GoFundMe spotlight: Fundraiser for four injured in food truck explosionA fundraiser has been launched to support four individuals injured in the 4 Caminos food truck explosion in Vancouver, Washington.
