City Charter Amendments

Opposed all three charter amendments, saying more councilors could consolidate power at City Hall and that added appointment scrutiny could discourage volunteers.

Opposed all three amendments, repeatedly asking what problem they solve, what evidence supports them, how success would be measured, and what the total cost would be.

Supported all three amendments, arguing they would improve accountability, transparency, effectiveness, and Council capacity.

A former Newcastle, WA councilmember argued Astoria's five-member council is efficient and warned that seven members would make meetings considerably longer.