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Ballots must be either postmarked or placed in a drop box by Tuesday, Nov. 4, to count in this fall’s election.

Council members also discussed Jeni Woock’s statement from a previous meeting that density figures were produced “out of thin air,” which staff members denied.

Attorney Martha Lantz is bidding for a second cycle on the Pierce County Charter Review Commission. Former state representative Jesse Young stands in her way.

Gary Parker and Brenda Lykins traveled different routes to community service. Parker, often through his restaurant BBQ2U, contributes funding and entertainment to practically anybody with a good cause. Neonatal nurse practitioner Lykins has cared for critically ill infants for 35 years and served on the Gig Harbor City Council. Voters will weigh their attributes in

Transit expert Justin Leighton says his experience on the Tacoma charter review board would be a benefit while Pat McMonigle touts his national security background.

Jeni Woock and Emily Stone serve together on the Gig Harbor City Council. Now they’re running against each other for one seat.

Julie Martin, who previously served on the council for nearly a year, is the only candidate seeking the post. But Dan Wright’s name also appears on ballots.