This week on ReformCast, Rob Anderson breaks down a controversial Clark County Council decision to purchase hundreds of thousands of dollars in electric vehicles — including an electric backhoe with a four-hour runtime — and what those purchases could mean for taxpayers and the county’s already strained budget.

Then, Rob sits down with Charter Review Commissioner Peter Silliman for an in-depth conversation on Clark County’s charter review process, proposed amendments, government transparency, separation of powers, tax increase supermajority requirements, public safety, and efforts to increase accountability inside county government.

From budget transparency to legislative oversight, this episode dives into the long-term structural changes that could shape Clark County government for decades to come.

A high-energy breakdown of a pivotal week in Clark County politics. Rob Anderson dives into major council decisions on growth, housing, and fireworks regulations—plus what they could mean for affordability and the future of the community. Stay informed, get involved, and hear the stories behind the headlines on ReformCast.

Rob is back from a long medical leave but unpacks the latest happenings in Clark County. The first issue is the County Council, which has refused to add more deputies from the County budget, finally approves 21 new deputies, but with a catch... a new tax. So, instead of prioritizing public safety in the County's budget, despite raising property taxes, the Sheriff had to resort to a new tax to help scratch the surface of the problem. Next, Rob tackles the excessive new contract and raise given to the County Manager, even though the County is running a structural deficit and denied hiring more deputies out of the budget, they decided to give the County Manager a big raise (again). Lastly, the Charter Review is making some good, bad, and ugly Charter amendment proposals. Rob breaks down the details.

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One year after the controversial removal of Councilor Michelle Belkot from the C-TRAN board, Rob Anderson revisits the events that sparked lawsuits, criminal investigations, and ongoing public outrage in Clark County. In this episode of ReformCast, Rob walks through newly surfaced communications, including a previously undisclosed late-night text message that raises questions about potential Open Public Meetings Act violations and sworn affidavits submitted to the court.

The episode examines how the March 2025 decision unfolded, the role of key county officials, and findings from the Skamania County investigative report that has yet to be forwarded for prosecution. Rob also breaks down how the Clark County Council may have acted outside the authority granted by the county charter—and why, nearly a year later, officials are now attempting to rewrite the rules.

With new evidence and unanswered questions still hanging over the case, this episode revisits one of the most consequential local government controversies in recent Clark County history.

This week Rob discusses BIG NEW about the Skamania Report that has gone missing for months. The Skamania report outlined illegal actions taken by four County Councilors and the County Manager and was supposed to be forwarded to another outside agency for prosecution but is still no where to be found.

Councilor Marshall made a big annoucement last week as she helped to introduce a :"Unity Resolution" that isn't about unity but more about conformity to DEI magic words and doctrine.

Rob looks into who is behind the "unity resolution," an organization called SW WA Equity Coalition, who practices segregation and is centered around Critical Race Theory, a neo-marxist idealogy.

Also, Rob wraps up with a quick look at the latest developments of the Charter Review Commission.

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This week on ReformCast, Rob Anderson breaks down the latest developments shaking Clark County politics.

First, Rob unpacks the fallout from Councilor Sue Marshall’s controversial anti-ICE resolution before the Clark County Council. After heated public backlash in previous meetings, critics who once staged dramatic protests now appear more measured and supportive—raising questions about what’s really driving the movement behind the scenes.

Next, attention turns north to the ongoing controversy inside the Ridgefield School District. As more parents come forward following allegations involving a high school cheer coach, new concerns emerge about district transparency, teacher activism, and cultural issues within the schools. Rob shares updates on public reaction and what may be coming next.

The episode also covers major developments with the Fort Vancouver Regional Library. After two board resignations tied to disputes over “equity” language and policies around intellectual freedom for minors, Rob is joined by local advocate Gary Wilson. They discuss parental rights, library governance, and growing concerns that county leadership may attempt to influence or reshape the board’s direction.

Finally, Rob provides a brief update on the Charter Review Commission, including proposals that could fundamentally change how county executive positions—such as sheriff and auditor—are selected.

From immigration policy to schools to libraries, this episode highlights the broader cultural and political battles unfolding across Clark County—and what they could mean for voters in the months ahead.

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In this episode of ReformCast, host Rob Anderson breaks down a contentious Clark County Council meeting centered on Sue Marshall’s proposed anti-ICE resolution, alongside an escalating accountability scandal in the Ridgefield School District.

Rob details how the anti-ICE resolution continued to be revised and “watered down,” frustrating activists on the far left while drawing strong opposition from a majority of attendees who filled the council chambers. He describes disruptive and provocative behavior during public comment, including explicit protest stunts, physical confrontations, and intimidation tactics—none of which were meaningfully addressed by council leadership. Rob also raises concerns about inconsistent enforcement of decorum, noting that disruptions appeared to be tolerated when coming from supporters of the resolution.

A major surprise from the meeting was the public testimony of Greg Kimsey, who spoke in support of the resolution despite holding a traditionally nonpartisan role—and doing so while ballots from a special election were still being counted. Rob questions the appropriateness and implications of that appearance.

The episode then shifts to Ridgefield School District, where Rob provides updates on a growing controversy involving a cheer coach accused of abusive behavior toward students. Despite early complaints dating back to 2024, the district failed to act until mid-2025. After public records requests forced accountability, the district compounded the issue by releasing unredacted public records that exposed the identities of nine students. Rob explains how the district initially minimized the breach, later admitting its scope, and highlights ongoing concerns about withheld records and administrative accountability.

Rob closes by emphasizing a recurring theme: when public institutions prioritize political messaging or reputation management over transparency and responsibility, the public—and especially students—pay the price. He urges continued civic engagement and vigilance, reminding listeners that informed citizens are essential to meaningful reform.

In this episode of ReformCast, Rob Anderson delivers a wide-ranging update on major accountability issues unfolding across Clark County and Southwest Washington — from county politics to public libraries to a deeply troubling school district case.

Rob begins with a brief update on the Clark County Council’s proposed anti-ICE resolution. After a heated and chaotic public meeting earlier in the year, the first week of February brought an unusual calm, with no draft resolution appearing on the agenda. Rob predicts this silence is temporary and argues that any eventual resolution is likely to disappoint far-left activists who pushed for language more extreme than Vancouver’s. He questions whether elected officials are crossing their proper role by engaging in inflammatory rhetoric rather than staying within their legislative lane.

The episode then revisits the Fort Vancouver Regional Library Board, where a trustee resigned after the board rejected DEI-heavy language in its strategic plan. Rob explains why he believes the situation is far from over, warning that the Clark County Council may attempt to interfere with the board’s decision — a pattern he says mirrors past efforts to reshape outcomes when votes don’t align with council preferences.

The bulk of the episode focuses on a months-long investigation into the Ridgefield School District. Rob details how students repeatedly filed complaints against a cheer coach for abusive behavior, only to be ignored while the district publicly celebrated the coach and nominated her for Coach of the Year. It was only after parents and Rob filed public records requests that the district abruptly acted, forcing the coach’s resignation rather than holding her publicly accountable.

What followed, Rob explains, was even more alarming: the Ridgefield School District released public records containing unredacted names and student IDs of multiple minors who had filed complaints. Despite being warned, the district released a second “corrected” batch that exposed even more student information, then falsely downplayed the scope of the breach before later admitting the extent of the error. Rob argues this represents a systemic failure of the district’s most basic responsibility — protecting students.

The episode closes with a stark warning about institutional accountability, transparency, and the real-world consequences when public agencies prioritize reputation management over the people they are meant to serve.