Endorsements
Milwaukie City Council
Mayor Lisa Batey
Councilor Adam Khosroabadi
Councilor Rebecca Stavenjord
Councilor Robert Massey
Former Mayor & Councilor Wilda Parks
"Jennifer's commitment to do what's right was evident from the first time we met. Her commitment to our community is unwavering and she's not afraid to stand up and push back. Jennifer has the ethics and morality that we need."
-City Councilor Adam Khosroabadi
"Jennifer has immersed herself in learning all aspects of city operations. She will be ready on day one!"
-City Councilor Robert Massey
"Jennifer rises to the top among candidates for the open council position because of the remarkable dedication she has shown both to her own neighborhood and to understanding issues across the City by attending nearly every City Council meeting for the past two years. She is best positioned to hit the ground running in January and deserves your vote."
-Mayor Lisa Batey
"There are many reasons to love Milwaukie fiercely. Jennifer does so by bringing people closer together and making them feel seen; something incredibly important in this chapter of public governance."
-City Councilor Rebecca Stavenjord
Milwaukie Businesses
Heartfelt Whole Self
SaunaGlo
Duo con Brio
Regional Leaders
Christine Lewis Metro Councilor - District 2
Vanessa Nordyke Salem Mayor-Elect
Lacey Beaty Beaverton Mayor
John Dugger Beaverton City Councilor
Organizations
Democratic Party of Clackamas County
Democratic Municipal Officials
Community Members
Colleen Rockwell 2025 Milwaukie Volunteer of the Year
Beverly Husted Milwaukie Business Owner
Corey Hester Equity Steering Committee Member
Margueritte Kosovich Milwaukie Volunteer
Gaye Chapman Teens Connect PDX Business Owner
Mykle Curton IT Software Training Specialist
Amanda Leonard Teacher & Eurythmist
R.W. “Remy” Smith Clackamas County Commissioner Candidate
Matthew Sloane Inspirational Author & Coach
Megan Murray Jones Milwaukie Upstander
Dr. Shannon Raybold Special Education Teacher
Marty Nelson Business-Technology Strategist
Karen Hefner Igniting Spirit Business Owner
Jenna Bader Business & Employment Specialist
Jan Engels-Smith Lightsong Business Owner
Peter Weiss Mortgage Lending Strategist
“When I first met Jennifer, she was described to me as a ‘super volunteer’ and a wealth of local knowledge who seemed to know everyone. It did not take long to understand why. Jennifer is kind, wise, and deeply committed to serving the city she loves. She attends nearly every public meeting, budget discussion, and town hall, not for recognition, but because she genuinely believes in listening, learning, and helping her community. Jennifer is already doing the work. When she told me she was running for City Council, I was proud to be the first person to add my name to her list of endorsements. She brings real value to Milwaukie, and our city will be well served by her continued leadership.”
-R. W. Smith, Clackamas County Commissioner Candidate
"This election is not just about what we support, but also how we get there. Jennifer Murphy is consistently focused on doing the real work of showing up, collaborating, and protecting Milwaukie’s culture of transparency, inclusion, and community‑driven solutions."
-Dr. Shannon Raybold, Special Education Teacher
"Jennifer fights for inclusion over division by protecting our community from those only looking out for a small few selling out for bigger profits. Jennifer knows - from her own lived life - that it takes teamwork to make the dream work. She stands for collaborative community processes and inputs because that’s what it takes to create a thriving community culture. She has a passion for this community that naturally lights the way for transparency and the greater good."
-Rae-Ven Barnard, Heartfelt Whole Self Business Owner
"We support Jennifer because it's clear: she's a person of high character. Jennifer is practically our 6th city council member: Yet without a title, pay, or ulterior motives, Jennifer already demonstrates the commitment to put in the hard work on a daily basis. It's not flashy stuff and photo ops - it's the real, tangible and tedious work Jennifer does for her neighbors and our whole community that prove to me her fidelity, and heart of service. Please consider a vote for Jennifer."
-Michael & Katie Calcagno, SaunaGlo Business Owners
“I have come to know Jennifer as intelligent, thoughtful, and practical. She listens respectfully to others and brings common sense and an open mind to discussions. Jennifer has a genuine desire to serve Milwaukie and a passion for helping others. I believe her combination of intelligence, compassion, sound judgment, and commitment to community service will make her an excellent member of the Milwaukie City Council.”
-Herb Brasington, Rotary Club of Milwaukie Member
“Knowing Jennifer for the last two decades, I can say she is a person of deep integrity, profound compassion, and an impeccable heart. We need thoughtful, conscientious leaders, willing to show up and do the work in our local governments. I truly believe the change we are looking for in this world begins from the ground up, with people like her willing to defend and guide our communities. It gives me hope when people like Jennifer are willing to step up.”
-Karen Heffner, Igniting Spirit Business Owner
"Jennifer is the most courageous person I know. I respect her integrity, drive, and passion, and she constantly inspires me. I trust her completely with my own children, and I am confident she is the exact right person to advocate for every resident. Milwaukie is so lucky to have her!"
-Jenna Bader, Business & Employment Specialist