Upcoming Election Candidates and Charter Amendments for Pierce County 2026

Tonight we hear from a few local candidates and more about the Pierce County proposed charter amendments and initiatives that will be on the ballot. We also show you some basics of doorbelling - let us know if you want to help out! The 2026 Pierce County Charter Review Commission (CRC) is currently conducting a comprehensive review of the county governing document, with a 21-member elected commission meeting from January to June 2026 to propose amendments. Proposed amendments must be submitted by April 13, 2026, with final voting by the commission to advance changes to the ballot occurring by June 29, 2026, for the November 2026 general election. Indivisible Tacoma is a volunteer organization with a mission to elect progressive leaders and advocate for progressive policies. We defend democracy, support universal healthcare, and advocate for humane immigration policies. We promote social, racial, economic, and environmental justice through a lens of equity for all communities. https://indivisibletacoma.net/ Time stamps: 00:00 - Welcome 01:40 - Land Acknowledgement 02:40 - Coming Up 05:16 - Intro to Judge James Armstrong 05:27 - Judge James Armstrong, PC District Court, Pos 8 08:49 - Kelsey Barrans, PC Council, Pos 1 10:58 - Patrick Stickney, State Rep LD 29, Pos 2 12:30 - Jani Hitchen, Charter Amendments 17:48 - Nathe Lawver, Charter Amendment - Appointed Sheriff 20:12 - Kristina Walker, Pierce Transit Ballot Measure 23:01 - Pat Curran, State Initiatives 25:23 - Ellen Floyd, Voting Concerns 27:05 - Jani Hitchen, Spread Our Voter Guide 33:29 - IT Voter Outreach Team 34:58 - How to Doorbell 40:29 - IT Bannering Team 43:52 - Doorbelling Blue Doors 44:25 - Mr. Ballot Box 45:12 - Vote Early! 46:27 - IT Yard Signs