JARED GRIFFIN
for
KODIAK ISLAND BOROUGH MAYOR
I believe in putting the needs of our community at the forefront of borough policies. By listening to residents and understanding their concerns, I aim to cultivate a government that truly serves the people of Kodiak Island.
Sustainable Solutions
Focusing on long-term sustainability, Jared is committed to implementing solutions that will benefit not just our current residents but future generations as well. This includes responsible resource management and environmental stewardship.
Inclusive Leadership
Jared Griffin is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where all voices are heard and valued. His leadership will prioritize transparency, collaboration, and active community engagement.
Core Challenges Ahead
Facing the Kodiak's future with clarity and purpose.
Economic Development and Revenue: Cultivate What's Possible
Reducing taxes alone won't solve our long-term needs. Kodiak needs a smarter approach—strategic investment in local assets, innovation, and new revenue streams that reflect our island's strengths.
Education and Workforce and Civic Training: Invest in our Archipelago's Future
Kodiak’s students and working adults looking at a career change deserve a world-class education close to home. As mayor, I will be a tireless advocate for fully funding our schools, ensuring teachers and staff have the resources they need, supporting post-secondary education and training opportunities, and protecting youth programs that build work ethic, civic-mindedness, and resilience.
Infrastructure and a Community of Resilience
From roads to housing, from healthcare to emergency services, we must invest in the systems that sustain and strengthen us. That means long-term planning—not short-term politics.
Leadership and Governance: Set the Tone, Do the Work
My philosophy of leadership is simple: show up, listen well, follow through, and maintain high expectations of myself and my peers. I believe local government should be respectful, accountable, and efficient—not driven by ego or ideology, but by a deep commitment to my neighbors.
