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City Council

The City Council is composed of the Mayor & six Councilors elected from the City at large. The City Council represents the citizens of Donald and play an important role in many of the major decisions that affect the City of Donald as a whole. The fundamental role of the City Council is to serve the interests of their community. The Mayor and Council positions are unpaid. 

It is the Council's mission to promote and improve our quality of life, while enhancing our sense of Community and preserving our small-town heritage for all. 

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Mayor James Houdyshell

Term Expiration: December 31, 2026

Councilor Jan Olsen

Council President, Jan Olsen

Term Expiration: December 31, 2026

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Councilor Amanda Johnson

Term Expiration: December 31, 2028

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Councilor Gabrielle Plunkett

Term Expiration: December 31, 2028

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Councilor Michael Coffman

Term Expiration: December 31, 2028

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Councilor Jenny Strathdee

Term Expiration: December 31, 2026

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Term Expiration: December 31, 2026

Apply Now for Vacant City Council Seat
Term Expires December 31, 2026

The City of Donald is accepting applications for individuals interested in serving out the vacant City Council seat. Please fill out the application below. Email City Manager Eric Underwood, citymanager@donaldoregon.gov with any questions. Return completed application to City Hall or email completed application to citymanager@donaldoregon.gov.

Where is Donald?

The City is located 24 miles south of Portland and 27 miles north of Salem in the stunning Willamette Valley. Champoeg State Heritage Park, which is one of the State of Oregon’s most notable landmarks, is just four miles west. Six miles east of town is Willamette Aviation, Oregon’s third busiest airport. Donald’s unique location provides easy access to some of Oregon’s biggest cities and attractions while remaining a small rural community.

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