Erickson is seeking Position 1 in District 2, which includes the neighborhoods of Hazel Dell, Felida, and Salmon Creek, as well as parts of Walnut Grove and East Minnehaha
VANCOUVER — Brandon Erickson, a long-time Clark County resident, small business owner, and active community volunteer, has announced his candidacy for the Clark County Charter Review Commission. He is seeking Position 1 in District 2, which includes the neighborhoods of Hazel Dell, Felida, and Salmon Creek, as well as parts of Walnut Grove and East Minnehaha.
“I’m running because I believe local government should be more practical, transparent, and focused on the people it serves,” said Erickson. “The Charter Review Commission is a chance to ensure our county government works well, serves fairly, and reflects the values of Clark County residents.”
Erickson brings 30 years of business experience to the role. He is the founder of a Vancouver-based structural engineering consulting firm and holds a master’s degree from Stanford University and a bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University. His career has been built around solving complex problems, balancing competing priorities among diverse stakeholders, and planning for the long term, skills he believes are directly relevant to the charter review process.
He currently serves on the Clark County Parks Advisory Board, is a board member of the Hazel Dell Salmon Creek Business Association, is active in the Felida Community Neighborhood Association, and regularly volunteers through his church. Erickson has also served as a Precinct Committee Officer and is a parent of three Vancouver Public Schools graduates.
If elected, Erickson says he will focus on three core priorities: fiscal responsibility, improved accountability in county government, and exploring charter amendments that support livability and affordability in Clark County.
His candidacy has already received support from multiple community leaders and organizations, including an endorsement from Clark County Sheriff John Horch, who issued the following statement:
“Brandon Erickson is exactly the kind of leader we need on the Charter Review Commission. His professional experience, strong work ethic, and grounded leadership make him well-suited for the role. As a long-time resident of our community, he shares our values and brings a rare combination of business sense, public service, and real-world perspective. I trust him to approach the charter review with balance and purpose, recognize what’s working, and recommend thoughtful changes that will make Clark County even better. Brandon has my full support.”
Erickson joins a field of community members running to serve on the 15-member Charter Review Commission, which is elected every five years to evaluate and recommend amendments to the county’s governing charter.
For more information, go to www.erickson4charter.com (under construction).
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