The Clark County Republican Party is soliciting candidates to fill out the term of county Councilor Eileen Quiring.
Quiring was elected council chair in November, leaving her seat representing District 4 on the council open as she takes the new office. Under the Washington Constitution’s process for filling partisan vacancies, the Clark County Republican Party will submit three candidates to the Clark County Council, which will pick one to finish her term. Under the state Constitution, Quiring’s replacement must be of the same party and reside in District 4, a largely rural district that includes Camas, Washougal and large portions of north county.
According to a news release, the Clark County Republican Party is now seeking nominations for the open seat.
Self-nominations should include full contact information, as well as a statement indicating the candidate is affiliated with the Republican Party and lives within District 4. Those wishing to nominate others, must submit the full contact information of the nominee, along with a signed statement from the nominee that they agree to serve if selected.
