City councils & mayors
Guide city budgets, housing decisions, public safety, and local infrastructure.
Thurston County Democrats · Get involved
Someone has to lead.
Why not you?
School boards. City councils. Local commissions. The decisions that shape our daily lives are made by people who choose to show up. You could be one of them.
You don't need a political résumé to start asking questions.
Local decisions. Local leadership.
Where could you make a difference?
Elected offices do more than make headlines. They shape classrooms, neighborhoods, public services, and the future of our community.
School boards
Set district policy, oversee budgets and leadership, and represent families and students.
Port & utility commissions
Make decisions about public assets, economic development, and essential utilities.
Fire, parks & other boards
Help govern local services and facilities that communities rely on every day.
These are examples of local offices, not a guarantee that every category has an opening in 2027. Use the official race list below to see scheduled elections.
Explore the possibilities
See what's up for election in 2027.
Washington's official scheduled-races directory is the best place to start. Review the offices, jurisdictions, terms, and filing information for Thurston County.
View 2027 scheduled races Opens Washington's official VoteWA website. If the county filter isn't retained, select Thurston and 2027.Found an office that interests you?
Residency, voter registration, and other qualifications vary. Check the county's candidate resources before filing.
Curious about running?
Let's talk.
You don't need to have your campaign figured out. Tell us what office you're considering—or simply that you'd like to explore your options. We'll help you find a place to start.
Contact Thurston County Democrats