Kennewick City Council Pos 4

Elected Experience

Served 14 years as member of the Washington State House of Representatives.

Other Professional Experience

30+ years of Military leadership experience (20 years helicopter pilot), U.S. Army.  Retired O6/COL Commander Washington State Guard.  30+ years Law Enforcement experience: Sheriff’s Deputy: Pierce and Benton Counties.  Served as a Firefighter: both Yakima and Pierce Counties.  Teaching: 1st Grade to College level classes; most recently Political Science 101.

Education

Masters Degree: Teaching. Bachelor’s Degree: Behavioral Science and Biblical Studies; Graduate: Central Washington Universities Paramedic Program. 

Community Service

Served our community as a School Resource Officer with the Benton County Sheriff Department at Ki-Be High School since 2000.

Statement

Kennewick is an exceptional city—rich in resources, opportunity, and community spirit. I believe it has the potential to be a leader not just in our region, but across the state.

I’m running for city council to support smart, responsible growth while preserving what makes our community unique. With abundant clean water, affordable utilities, and a solid foundation for business, Kennewick is well positioned to thrive. I will work to keep taxes low, eliminate unnecessary regulatory hurdles, and defend the constitutional rights of every resident.

Public safety is a top priority. I will support our law enforcement officers and advocate

for meaningful partnerships with federal agencies when appropriate to ensure community protection. I also believe strong communities begin with strong families. I will support parental rights, safe neighborhoods, and continued investment in parks, recreation, and public spaces that bring people together. As our city experiences a growing homelessness crisis, I’m committed to partnering with the right agencies to break down barriers to housing and deliver real, compassionate solutions.

Kennewick is more than just a city—it’s home. Let’s protect what we love, grow wisely, and build a better future for the generations to come.

Elected Experience
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Other Professional Experience
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Education
Graduated from Bothell High School in 1976, attended Columbia Basin College in general studies and business.  Received certifications in finance and management from The Ford Motor Co. in 2005. Received my Washington State Real Estate license in 2022. (Not currently practicing)

Community Service
I started the "Coats for Kids" program with KNDU in 1987 and along with wonderful community support, this program has helped 1000's of children by providing warm coats for the Tri-Cities winters. This program has been going strong for almost 40 years now.

Statement
As almost a 50 year City of Kennewick resident and business woman in the city for over 40 years, I believe that I would be an asset to serve in the Kennewick City Council. My focus now for our city is public safety, supporting our Kennewick Police Dept. to get the bad drivers and crime off of our streets, while of course also supporting all of our first responders that risk their lives daily to make sure that our families have a safe city to live in. Secondly, I do feel that it is the City Councils absolute responsibility to spend the taxpayers dollars wisely and to work with the private sector for diversification of our economy, expanding our area to an even better place to live, work and do business. Lastly, I firmly believe that we need to do more for our homeless population, possibly privately supported. I think most people in these situations need a "hand-up", not just a "hand-out" to help them get in a positive place for themselves and their families, this could be a win-win for all of us. Thank you so much for taking your time to read my statement. Gloria Tyler Baker