Focusing On The Needs Of The Community

Active listening, transparent communication, and inclusive practices that consider diverse perspectives

Focusing On The Needs Of The Community

Active listening, transparent communication, and inclusive practices that consider diverse perspectives

Elected Officials

Independence City Charter states the council will be comprised of six council positions, all elected ‘at-large’ for 4-year terms.

The current members of the city council are:

Mayor

John McArdle

Watch the 2024 State of the City address

Shannon
Corr
Position #1
Term Expires:
12-31-26

Marilyn
Morton
Position #2
Term Expires:
12-31-26

Dawn
Roden
Position #3
Term Expires:
12-31-24

Kate
Schwarzler
Position #4
Term Expires:
12-31-26

Sarah
Jobe
Position #5
Term Expires:
12-31-24

Kathy
Martin-Willis
Position #6
Term Expires:
12-31-24

The City Council is the legislative branch of our local government. The Council adopts laws called ordinances, sets policies, adopts the budget, levies taxes, and conducts public meetings.

Federal Representatives

Senator Deb Patterson
Contact information available upon swearing in.

Representative Paul Evans
Phone – (503)986-1420

Senator Jeff Merkley
Phone – (503)362-8102

 

Senator Ron Wyden
Phone – (503)589-4555