The elections office reports that Kathryn has won the Metro Council seat with more than 55% of the vote. Kathryn thanks the voters for their confidence, and looks forward to representing District 4 at Metro.

The Oregonian Endorses Kathryn for the November Election

Harrington for Metro Council - The Oregonian, October 17, 2006

... She made a choice several years ago to devote the next part of her life to public service, looked for a role that would fit her blend of technical know-how, team leadership and problem-solving expertise ... Harrington would be a more adroit diplomat behind the scenes. And that's critical. She'd do an excellent job of illuminating Washington County's unique problems, while at the same time cementing a tighter collaboration with the region.

The Beaverton Valley Times Endorses Kathryn for the November Election

Harrington best choice for Metro - Beaverton Valley Times, October 19, 2006

... Harrington has a long resume of community involvement in the county, including service in community involvement organizations, transportation planning committees and the county’s road project advisory committee. Such experiences will her serve her very well, connecting the community and Metro. But what’s more, Harrington’s past employment as an Intel manager will help her analyze complex public policy issues with real-world perspectives ... Looking ahead, we believe Metro can benefit by Harrington’s commitment to working in partnership to achieve solutions on the issues of growth management, transportation congestion and paying for needed infrastructure.

The Forest Grove News Times Endorses Kathryn for the November Election

Harrington for Metro - Forest Grove News Times, November 1, 2006

We picked Harrington in May and still think she's the best fit for the regional panel that shapes decisions on growth management, natural habitat protections, transportation investments, solid waste, open spaces and runs the Oregon Zoo and the Oregon Convention Center. Harrington has a long resume of civic involvement in the county, including service in community organizations, transportation planning committees and the county's road project advisory committee.

For the past half year, Harrington has campaigned tirelessly for this seat listening to local government leaders and finding out what regional issues (growth, traffic) are most important to Washington County residents. Those experiences will help her connect the communities and Metro - a link that has often failed in recent years. ... We're sticking with Harrington, who we believe will be more effective in providing a bridge between local communities and the regional government that is supposed to serve them.

The Portland Tribune Endorses Kathryn for the November Election

Harrington best choice for Metro - Portland Tribune, October 24, 2006

For much of the past eight years, Beaverton and western Washington County have been underrepresented on the Metro Council. This can change in the Nov. 7 general election if voters elect Kathryn Harrington for the District 4 seat on the council – the body that shapes regional decisions on growth management, natural habitat protections, transportation investments, solid waste, open spaces, and regional facilities such as the Oregon Zoo and the Oregon Convention Center.

Harrington has a long résumé of community involvement in the county, including service in civic organizations, transportation planning committees and the county’s road project advisory committee. Such experiences will serve her well in connecting the community and Metro – a link that oftentimes has not been emphasized by current District 4 Councilor Susan McLain. But what’s more, Harrington’s past employment as an Intel manager will help her analyze complex public policy issues with real-world perspectives.