Since my first City Council run in 2017, I’ve believed the most important part of government is resident participation. I believed then—and I still believe now—that an elected official’s first responsibility is to listen to the people they serve.
Too often, government is judged by the final decisions. But what truly matters is the decision-making process. That’s where transparency, access to information, and meaningful opportunities for residents to participate all come together. And here’s the truth: if public input doesn’t actually shape outcomes, trust erodes. Meeting halls grow emptier. Faith in government fades.
That’s why I’ve worked hard to do things differently. As your Councilmember for the past 8 years, I’ve remained accessible, responsive, and committed to bringing residents into the conversation. I founded Citizens for Duvall (2016-2018) before joining Council because I know good decisions come from neighbors, not just city hall. And I’ve carried that same philosophy forward in every vote and every policy discussion.
As Mayor, I will continue to make resident participation the cornerstone of local government. Not just accepting public comment—but integrating your input into the decisions we make. Because your perspective is every bit as valuable as any elected official’s. We are all residents of Duvall, and every one of us deserves a voice in shaping our community’s future.
I’ll always be available to chat. I’ll always be listening. And together, we’ll make sure Duvall’s decisions reflect the values and priorities of the people who call it home.
Amy McHenry for Duvall Mayor 