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Yakima County Treasurer

Sam Johnson

Candidate for Yakima County Treasurer

Prefers Independent Party

Background

Occupation
Financial Examiner Supervisor, Washington State Department of Financial Institutions
Campaign website
electsamjohnson.com

Financial examiner supervisor at the Washington State Department of Financial Institutions; president of the Yakima Schools Foundation and treasurer of the Central Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

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Documented positions

Taxes & budget

  • Proposes a single countywide system for receiving payments

    Sam Johnson for Yakima County Treasurer

    Campaign website · electsamjohnson.com

    “Implement a single, countywide system for receiving payments to ensure consistency, reduce errors, and provide full accountability for every dollar collected.”
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  • Proposes stronger internal controls to prevent fraud

    Sam Johnson for Yakima County Treasurer

    Campaign website · electsamjohnson.com

    “Strengthen internal controls and oversight to prevent fraud, reduce risk, and ensure public funds are managed with discipline and care.”
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  • Pledges investments prioritizing security and liquidity

    Sam Johnson for Yakima County Treasurer

    Campaign website · electsamjohnson.com

    “Apply proven investment strategies to safely grow county funds—prioritizing security and liquidity while maximizing returns for taxpayers.”
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Government & transparency

  • Proposes real-time public financial information

    Sam Johnson for Yakima County Treasurer

    Campaign website · electsamjohnson.com

    “Expand access to clear, real-time financial information so taxpayers can easily see how their money is collected, managed, and distributed.”
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