District 2 is the fast-growing northern gateway of Clark County. It is a dynamic corridor of suburban expansion and rural heritage, straddling Interstate 5 to encompass the booming communities of Ridgefield, La Center, and northern Hazel Dell.
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Information gathered from Ballotpedia, VoteWA.gov, and candidate’s offical websites and social media.
Candidates in alphabetic order.
Michelle Belkot
Image via Clark County website
Endorsements: Clark County Republicans
Current State Vice Chair of the Washington State Republican Party
Website: https://www.electbelkot.com/
Social Media: Facebook, Instagram
Who She Is (Via Her Website):
Michelle Belkot proudly represents District 2 on the Clark County Council. She was elected to stand up for taxpayers, protect neighborhoods, and ensure county government works for the people — not political agendas.
During her time in office, Michelle has:
- Opposed new and unnecessary taxes
- Fought to protect District 2 from annexation
- Worked to block Light Rail taxes and tolls
- Prioritized funding for Clark County Sheriff’s Deputies and emergency services
- Focused county spending on core services
Michelle believes public service means listening first, protecting family, and making responsible decisions with taxpayer dollars.
Learn More about Michelle Here:
Clark County Today’s Interview after being removed from the C-Tran Board
Martin Pittioni
Image Via Facebook
Endorsements: Sierra Club, Love & Justice Alliance, OneAmerica Votes,
Website: Martin Pittioni for Clark County
Social Media: Facebook
Who He Is (Via his website)
Martin and his family call Clark County home.
He cares deeply about his community and country. Martin has led government reforms in Washington and Oregon and run large organizations; always keeping costs low for taxpayers, balancing his budget, and working well with leaders in all political parties. Born and raised in Austria and Germany, Martin moved to the USA over 40 years ago because he believes in the promise of America and all it has to offer for its people. His professional life has been defined by service to his country and community, with accountability and measurable results for real people.
His professional life has been defined by service, accountability, and measurable results.
• Led major reforms to strengthen mental health oversight and public protection
• Helped modernize opioid response tools to improve public health outcomes
• Managed public agencies responsibly without raising fees while maintaining strong financial performance
• Worked successfully with leaders across political parties, agencies, and community organizations
Martin believes that Clark County deserves leadership grounded in values and focused on results. Leadership means listening first, respecting different perspectives and staying at the table until a workable solution is achieved.
Learn More about Martin Here:
John Zingale
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Endorsements: Fair Vote Washington, OneAmerica Votes, Washington Conservation Action, Alliance for Gun Responsibility, 49th Legislative Democrats, Clark County Democrats, 18th Legislative Democrats.
Website: https://www.zingaleforclarkcounty.com/
Social Media: Facebook, Instagram
Who He Is (Via his website)
My name is John Zingale, and I am running for Clark County Council to bring innovative, common-sense solutions to the challenges facing our community. As an award-winning public-school teacher and tireless advocate for civic engagement, I have spent the last 13 years empowering the next generation to lead with integrity. My work in our community has taught me that progress requires empathy, perseverance, forward thinking, and a commitment to working collaboratively to achieve real results for Clark County.
I am running to ensure our county government is as hardworking as the people it serves. I want to prioritize making sure that Clark County is a vibrant, thriving, safe and affordable place to live and raise a family. I want to make sure our roads and infrastructure are safe, maintained, and modernized to keep our economy moving. I want an accessible Clark County that allows people to afford housing that fits their needs and stay in their homes. I am also committed to enhancing our quality of life through our recreational and public spaces, and making sure essential services are available for everyone.
I believe that our community does better, when we all do better. As such, I will lead with a focus on forward thinking solutions and a heart for service. I’m ready to work for everyone in Clark County — for today, and tomorrow.
Learn More About John Here:
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