Community Government

County Councilmember Robyn Denson won’t run for re-election

Pierce County Councilmember Robyn Denson announced via social media that she will not run for a second term this fall.

“After much deliberation, I have decided to not pursue a second term as your Pierce County Councilmember,” Denson said in a post on Facebook. “This work brings me so much joy, and while I could not be more grateful for this incredibly special opportunity, it’s time for me to pursue new opportunities and make way for a new voice with fresh perspective and energy.”

Denson represents the peninsulas and North Tacoma on the seven-member Pierce County Council. The former Gig Harbor City Council member won election in 2022 with the support of nearly 58% of District 7 voters.

Until recently, Denson was the only District 7 candidate registered with the state Public Disclosure Commission, which tracks political spending. Another former Gig Harbor City Council member, Brenda Lykins, filed with the PDC on March 18.

District 7 voters elected Lykins to the Pierce County Charter Review Commission last fall. She registered with the PDC as a Democrat. As of Thursday, March 19, no Republicans have filed to seek he District 7 seat.

The state’s official election filing week is in May.

This story will be updated.