Pella City Council Candidate Forum

Event Host: Pella Area Community and Economic Alliance
Event Moderator: Andrew Green, Central College
The event will be broadcast on KNIA/KRLS radio, broadcasted on Pella Fiber TV Channel 40, and covered by the Marion County Express.

Candidates Attending:
At Large:
Liz Sporrer (incumbent)
Harold Van Stryland

Ward 2:
Calvin Bandstra (incumbent)
John Butler

Ward 4:
Dave Hopkins (incumbent)
Ryle Smith

Mayor:
Don DeWaard (incumbent)
Tony Bokhoven

All candidates who will appear on the November 7, 2023 Ballot (City of Pella Elections: City Council and Mayor candidates only) are invited to attend. The candidates will be asked questions, submitted by PACE members, centered around Economic, Business, Workforce, and Community Development as it pertains to Pella's current atmosphere and future. The questions are designed to showcase the priorities, insights, opinions, and views of the candidates running for Pella City Council and Mayor.  The audience will have an opportunity to submit questions and asked as time allows. This forum is intended to provide a platform for candidates to present their views, opinions, and plans to the public. Efforts will be made to provide equal speaking time and equal opportunity to all participating candidates.

Questions? Email mary@pella.org