Compassion.

Collaboration.

Community.

“I will listen to the entire spectrum of voices represented within our city.”

-RUSS WHIDBEE

Candidate For Bellingham City Council

What People Are Saying About Russ

Russ has been a member of the Bellingham community for more than 40 years and has impacted many lives. Here’s why they’re supporting Russ for Bellingham City Council.

“I trust Russ! He is the bridge builder Bellingham needs.”

LISA ANDERSON

Bellingham City Council

“The more I learn about Russ, the more I’m convinced that he’s the more experienced and better-qualified candidate in this race. He brings a depth of knowledge, community engagement, and civic commitment to this candidacy. His voice would be a much-needed asset on the City Council.”

CHERYL CROOKS

Bellingham Resident

“Russ has always been an advocate for the youth of Bellingham and Whatcom County.”

KYLE WEISS

Bellingham Entrepreneur

“Russ actively served with distinction on the Bellingham Technical College Foundation Board of Directors. Russ served three full terms, including a term as Board President where he demonstrated tremendous leadership, creativity, and determination. Russ spearheaded several successful initiatives which contributed to the success of our students and the college. Russ was later elected by his peers as an Emeritus Board Member which speaks volumes for his character and efficacy in his role on the foundation board.”

DEAN FULTON

Executive Director, BTC FOUNDATION

“I have seen Russ volunteer again and again to help our community.”

HOWARD WILLIAMS

Retired AWPPW

“Russ’ long and proven experience in our community––he’s been on the ground helping others for decades.“

ALEX WILEY

Bellingham Resident

“Russ cares about our community.”

ANNE MACKIE

Nelson's Market, York Neighborhood

“Russ is dedicated to working cooperatively with other organizations to help solve the critical issues that our community faces––homelessness,
racial inequity, early childhood education. He has the organizational and financial skills that can accomplish this.”

DR. BILL LOMBARD

Bellingham Resident / Retired

“(Russ) seems to have the right mix of common sense and concern for his fellow community members.”

MIKE SLOCUM

Bellingham Resident