Wasco County commissioner candidate Mike Urness said expanding land availability, strengthening wildfire coordination and exercising caution with public spending will be critical as the county plans for long-term growth.

Urness, who is running for Position No. 3 in the May 19 primary election, shared his views during a recent CCCNews podcast interview, outlining priorities that include housing supply, rural fire response and infrastructure investment.

Wasco County commissioner candidate Lisa Gambee said the county must focus on transparency, infrastructure and long-term planning as it navigates growth driven by new revenue and development.

Gambee, who is running for Position No. 1 in the May 19 primary election, outlined her priorities during a recent CCCNews podcast interview, pointing to housing affordability, wildfire preparedness and responsible use of public funds.

Wasco County commissioner candidate Nichole Biechler said she would focus on collaboration, fiscal responsibility and workforce development as the county navigates growth, housing shortages and rising revenues tied to data center development.