Ryan Whitten

Ryan Whitten

Elected Experience
Richland City Council since 2023

Other Professional Experience
Served 8 years in the U.S. Navy as an Avionics Technician working on F/A-18 Hornets.  I have continued my career as an Instrument Technician, working for Hanford and now Energy Northwest.

Education
Learned Electrical Theory and Troubleshooting in the US Navy.  AA from Columbia Basin College.

Community Service
Trustee and Honor Guard for Richland VFW Post 7952.

Statement

A spirit of service is the best path forward—and it remains my guiding principle. Good governance starts with listening, and doing the hard work. My commitment remains simple: to serve Richland with integrity and put our families and citizens first. I want to see our streets safe, tax dollars spent wisely, and a healthy thriving community.

I grew up in the Yakima Valley and have long called Richland home. My service in the Navy introduced me to skills I now use at Energy Northwest, where we continue being a part of Richland’s unique history with nuclear. Richland has a lot of potential for future innovation, but we do need to remain vigilant of health and safety.

I’m grateful to be able to say the last few years have taught me so much about the complex challenges that require strongly grounded leadership, staying accountable, and showing up with purpose.

I care deeply about this place we all call home, and would be honored to continue serving. I'm running again for city council to give back to the place that’s given so much to me, and to help keep Richland a safe and great place to live and raise a family.

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