YI'S PRIORITIES
Tigard has gone through a period of significant change and transition. During that time, Yi focused on bringing steady, collaborative, and practical leadership while keeping city government focused on the services residents rely on every day.
By showing up, listening carefully, and engaging respectfully with different perspectives, Yi has worked to rebuild trust and help move the city forward. Under Yi’s leadership, Tigard has made progress on transportation and pedestrian safety, housing, economic development, public safety and emergency readiness, and responsible budgeting.
Looking ahead, Yi’s priorities are centered on maintaining strong core services, supporting public safety, improving transportation, strengthening Tigard’s economy, and ensuring city government remains practical, transparent, and focused on residents.
Public Safety
Safe communities begin with public trust and effective public safety services. Tigard benefits from dedicated first responders, and maintaining strong emergency response, accountability, and preparedness remains important as the city continues to grow and change.
Yi believes public safety works best when it is responsive, well trained, and connected to the community it serves. Supporting emergency readiness and strengthening trust between residents and public safety agencies will continue to be important priorities.
Strong Core Services
City government works best when it stays focused on the essential services residents rely on every day. Parks, the library, public works, clean public spaces, and basic infrastructure all contribute to quality of life and help make Tigard a community people are proud to call home.
Yi believes strong local government starts with maintaining the services that matter most to residents, using taxpayer dollars responsibly, and making thoughtful investments that keep Tigard functioning well today while preparing for the future.
Safer Streets and Transportation
People should feel safe getting around Tigard, whether they are driving, walking, biking, rolling, or taking transit. Safe and connected transportation helps residents get to work, school, parks, local businesses, and community spaces.
Yi supports practical improvements that make streets safer, strengthen neighborhood connections, improve accessibility, and address gaps in sidewalks, trails, and transportation infrastructure. Working collaboratively with regional partners will remain important as Tigard plans for future transportation needs.
Local Jobs and Small Businesses
A strong Tigard depends on a healthy local economy. Small businesses create jobs, support families, and contribute to the unique character and vitality of Tigard’s neighborhoods and commercial areas.
Yi believes city government should be a constructive partner in supporting local businesses, encouraging economic opportunity, and improving predictability and efficiency when businesses interact with the city. A thriving local economy helps strengthen the entire community.
Responsible Leadership
Tigard deserves leadership that is thoughtful, practical, and honest about challenges and tradeoffs. Not every need can be addressed at once, and major decisions are strongest when they are grounded in clear information, community input, and long term thinking.
After a period of significant change and transition, Tigard benefits from leadership that listens, communicates openly, and brings people together around practical solutions. Yi believes trust is built by showing up, listening carefully, and staying focused on what matters most to residents.
A steady and practical approach can help Tigard continue moving forward while remaining fiscally responsible, responsive to community needs, and focused on the services residents rely on every day.