Patsy Cudaback (Mayor of Monroe, Washington, candidate 2025)

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Patsy Cudaback

Nonpartisan

Candidate, Mayor of Monroe

Elections and appointments

Last election

November 4, 2025

Education

Bachelor's

Washington State University

Law

Seattle University

Personal

Profession

Nonprofit executive

Contact

Campaign website

Campaign Facebook

Patsy Cudaback ran for election to the Mayor of Monroe in Washington. Cudaback was on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025.^[source]

Cudaback completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Patsy Cudaback provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 8, 2025:

• Bachelor's: Washington State University
• J.D.: Seattle University
• Profession: Nonprofit Executive
• Prior offices held:
  • Monroe City Council
• Incumbent officeholder: No
• Campaign slogan: For a safe, connected Monroe.
• Campaign website
• Campaign endorsements
• Campaign Facebook

Elections

General election

General election for Mayor of Monroe

Patsy Cudaback and Heather K. Fulcher ran in the general election for Mayor of Monroe on November 4, 2025.

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	Submit photo	Heather K. Fulcher (Nonpartisan)

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Campaign themes

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Patsy Cudaback completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Cudaback's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

It has been my honor to serve our Monroe community for the last 20 years. Throughout 12 years of service on our city council and more than two decades of nonprofit experience, I have learned that strong leadership is about listening, learning, and working together. As Mayor, I will work to ensure Monroe remains a safe and connected community. This means supporting vibrant parks and public spaces where everyone feels at home, enhancing walkability to better connect downtown, Kelsey, and our neighborhoods, and advocating for traffic improvements on Highways 2, 203 and 522. I will also prioritize expanding housing options, promoting local businesses, investing in public safety, and creating welcoming spaces for all. With efficient city services, responsible budgeting, and strong collaboration with community partners, our city will continue to grow while preserving what makes Monroe such a special place to live, work, and thrive.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Public safety is essential to Monroe’s wellbeing. I will support our first responders, invest in infrastructure that improves traffic and pedestrian safety, and ensure parks and public spaces are well-lit and welcoming.
• As our city grows, responsible budgeting and maintaining healthy reserves are vital. I’m committed to protecting taxpayers while balancing immediate needs with long-term sustainability.
• Finally, a connected community is one where residents feel heard and empowered. By strengthening partnerships, fostering inclusivity, and promoting open communication, our city will continue to grow in a way that benefits everyone.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Serving on Monroe’s City Council for 12 years and leading major nonprofits has taught me that leadership means listening, learning, and working together. This is how I will approach my top priorities: public safety, financial stewardship, and community connection.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I believe leadership is about listen, learning, and working together.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

To represent the entire community, ensure public resources are used responsibly, and make decisions that strengthen safety, connection, and quality of life. The role demands active listening, strategic planning, and a constant commitment to earning and maintaining public trust.

A mayor is a leader in his or her city. What does that mean to you?

Leadership means bringing people together to solve problems, setting a vision for the future, and ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard. A mayor should foster collaboration across city departments, community groups, and residents, ensuring every voice is valued in shaping our shared future.

If the mayor in your city is not a member of the city council and oversees the day-to-day administration of the city government, what do you believe is the ideal relationship between the mayor and city council?

The relationship should be built on respect, transparency, and shared purpose. The mayor leads execution while the council provides guidance and policy direction working together to align strategy and resources so the city delivers effectively for residents.

What do you love most about your city?

I love our sense of community—neighbors who look out for one another, local businesses that give back, and a spirit of pride and belonging. I have loved raising my family in Monroe since moving here 22 years ago.

What do you perceive to be your city's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Managing growth responsibly while preserving our character. That means maintaining public safety, investing in infrastructure, supporting housing affordability, and ensuring fiscal sustainability while keeping Monroe welcoming, inclusive, and connected.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the state government?

A partnership rooted in collaboration and advocacy. The city should work closely with state leaders to secure resources, influence policy, and ensure local priorities are understood and supported, especially around transportation, housing, and public safety.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between your city and the federal government?

Constructive collaboration focused on investment and opportunity. Monroe should engage proactively to access federal funding, infrastructure support, and community programs.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the mayor's office and law enforcement?

Built on trust, communication, and shared accountability. The mayor should ensure law enforcement has the resources and support to keep Monroe safe while fostering transparency and supporting positive relationships that build trust across the city.

What is an accomplishment that you are proud of?

I’m proud of helping strengthen Monroe’s financial foundation by advancing and growing the city’s reserve funds. This proactive approach ensures long-term stability, protects taxpayers, and prepares our city to weather economic uncertainty.

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