Elections

2026 City Council Election

Candidate filing period has not yet opened. 

Four City Council seats will be up for election on November 3, 2026:

  • Mayor Malynda Wenzl
  • Councilor Mike Marshall
  • Councilor Karen Martinez
  • Council President Mariana Valenzuela

All City Council positions are nonpartisan, and elected terms are for four years. Candidates must be registered to vote in Oregon and must reside in Forest Grove for at least one year immediately preceding the election.

Candidates

The following individuals have been certified for the ballot:


About the Forest Grove City Council

The City of Forest Grove operates under the Council-Manager form of government. The City Council is responsible to the citizens of Forest Grove to establish and direct the policies governing the administration and management of the City.

The City Charter states, "Except as this Charter otherwise provides, all powers of the City are vested in the Council". The Council consists of a Mayor and six Councilors each elected at large for four-year terms. Benefits: Mayor position is paid $312 per month stipend and Council positions are paid $208 per month stipend, set by resolution. Medical, vision and dental insurance benefits are offered to those who wish to participate. The City contributes a substantial percentage. The city provides an electronic device for council email, agendas and packets. Councilors serve 4-year terms. Information on how to running for the Forest Grove City Council can be found here.

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