Trusted by Our Community

Sheriff Derek Sanders is proud to be endorsed by community members, local leaders, and organizations who value professionalism, accountability, and a collaborative approach to public safety. These endorsements reflect a shared commitment to keeping Thurston County safe while strengthening trust between the Sheriff’s Office and the people it serves.

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Lt. Governor Denny Heck
Congresswoman Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, 3rd CD
Senator Jessica Bateman, 22nd LD
State Representative Lauren Davis, 32nd LD
Thurston County Commissioner Carolina Mejia
Thurston County Commissioner Tye Menser
Thurston County Commissioner Wayne Fournier
Thurston County Coroner Gary Warnock
Thurston County Treasurer Jeff Gadman
Chelan County Sheriff Mike Morrison
Lacey Mayor Andy Ryder
Olympia Mayor Dontae Payne
Tumwater Mayor Leatta Dahlhoff
Tenino Mayor Dave Watterson
Yelm Mayor Joe DePinto
Bucoda Mayor Callie Carpenter
Rainier Mayor Bob Shaw
Lacey City Councilmember Lenny Greenstein
Olympia City Councilmember Paul Berendt
Tumwater City Councilmember Kelly Von Holtz
Yelm City Councilmember Terry Kaminski
Yelm City Councilmember David Johnstone
Yelm City Councilmember Stephanie Kangiser
Tumwater Firefighters IAFF Local 2409
Olympia Police Guild
Tumwater Police Guild
Pierce County Deputy Sheriff's Independent Guild
Former Mayor of Tumwater Pete Kmet
Former Lacey Mayor Mark Brown

Click here for the full list of community endorsements.