Bringing Community Together. Renne’s top priority as a Puyallup City Councilmember is to maintain a steadfast commitment to the Puyallup method of collaboration and consensus-building -- avoiding the divisive and contentious politics typically associated with Seattle. With her deep family and professional relationships, Renne has the ability to help move our city forward and will partner with you for the best us.
RENNE GILLIAM, CANDIDATE
PUYALLUP CITY COUNCIL, AT-LARGE
Elected Experience:
Past President, Puyallup ROTARY
Current Chair, ROTARY Public Relations Committee.
Other Professional Experience:
Career and Technical Education Teacher for Project Management and Karshner Museum Field Trip Teacher for Native American History at Puyallup School District; Former Director, YMCA Youth Investment Center.
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Education:
Puyallup High School Graduate, Puyallup/Sumner Chamber Leadership Institute; Puyallup Police Department Citizens Academy; Puyallup 101 Civics Program; Bates Technical College (Career and Technical Education Certification).
Community Service:
Board Member, Puyallup Library Foundation; Volunteer, Puyallup City Clean; Daffodil Parades; Santa Parades; Meeker Days; 4H Pierce County Breakfast; Senior Activity Center; L.E.A.D. Teen Leadership Institute.
Statement:
Character & Commitment. As a fourth-generation resident, Renne has served Puyallup for nearly two decades. She’s earned a reputation as a passionate, trusted community leader. She is endorsed by most of the area’s state and city elected officials along with local leaders – Democrats, Republicans and Independents.
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Balanced Growth. Renne knows our city needs to meet the demands of growth, while protecting our neighborhoods, green spaces, trails and parks. She also knows we need to keep taxes low, community involvement high and to enhance our local businesses.
Making Safe Neighborhoods. Renne is committed to supporting our Puyallup Police Department with the training, resources, and tools to keep us all safe. Compassionate accountability, going to the root cause of crime while still keeping our citizens safe, is essential to moving forward. Renne is endorsed by the Puyallup Police Association.
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