Derek Young, a former four-term Gig Harbor City Council member, has announced his candidacy for the District 7 seat on the Pierce County Council in 2014. Young, whose 16-year City Council tenure ended Dec. 31, is also a member of the Pierce County Regional Council, Puget Sound Regional Council and Pierce Transit Board of Commissioners.
“In my 16 years on the City Council, I’ve supported policy changes to strengthen our local economy, help cities and the county plan for growth, and protect our natural environment,” Young said in announcing his candidacy. “I’m running because I want those same positive results for our whole region. Pierce County needs to improve long-term planning to promote local economic development, stabilize the budget, make our community safer, and provide adequate transportation options for our citizens.” read more »