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A Talk With Poulsbo Mayor Becky Erickson and City Administrator Bob Gelder

On Monday, September 22, 2025, the League of Women Voters of Kitsap hosted a live conversation with Poulsbo Mayor Becky Erickson and City Administrator Rob Gelder. This event was held in the community room of the Kitsap Regional Library Poulsbo branch.

The speakers provided information regarding their roles, separation of powers, and the role of the Poulsbo city council. They also discussed topics impacting the greater Poulsbo area, including growth, affordable housing, economic development, recreational opportunities, human systems support, and physical infrastructure challenges.

Mayor Erickson and City Administrator Gelder also answered questions from the public. Questions were submitted in advance through the League’s website, in person at the event, and asked directly by audience members.

Disclaimer: The League of Women Voters of Kitsap acknowledges that this video quality is poor; however, we have opted to share it because the audio is clear, and the content is informative.

The recording of this event is owned by the League of Women Voters of Kitsap and may not be used for any purpose without the express written permission of the League of Women Voters of Kitsap.

See the Powerpoint Presentation

You can download the Powerpoint presentation given by Mayor Erickson and Administrator Gelder here:

Poulsbo Talk Powerpoint - Sept 2025

About the League
League of Women Voters is a nonpartisan political organization. We encourage the informed and active participation of citizens in government. The League acts in support of, or in opposition to, selected governmental issues that its members have studied. It does not support or oppose candidates, factions, or political parties. At its core, the mission of The League of Women Voters is to inform our electorate. Here in Kitsap County, League members are dedicated to providing voters with an opportunity to hear from elected officials and candidates for local positions like city councils and school boards.