Candidates Discuss Priorities in KATU’s 2026 Interviews

KATU’s 2026 candidate interviews cover five local races, with candidates discussing their backgrounds, reasons for running and priorities. Clark County District 5 candidate and Battle Ground City Councilor Troy McCoy identifies growth planning as a central challenge, while District 2 candidate and teacher John Zingale says the county must prepare for rapid population growth and provide supportive places for families. District 1 incumbent Glen Young cites affordability as a major concern and says he is seeking another term to complete ongoing work. Clackamas County commissioner candidate R.W. Smith, an environmental policy consultant and longtime volunteer, criticizes the commission’s transparency and conduct. Portland District 3 incumbent Tiffany Koyama Lane is seeking reelection and points to legislation she has helped pass, including LGBTQ protections and traffic-safety measures.