Ashley lea brooks
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As a resident of my hometown of Yelm, Washington I felt it was a natural responsibility of our townspeople to be involved in our schools. Our small city is centered around the facilities that keep our children safe and nurture their curiosity in public education. This is where I started my volunteerism. I have donated many hours to connect with students and ensure there are enrichment opportunities for the populace.
In my advocacy for youth mental health and community wellness, I crave collaborative meetings with parents and faculty. I aim for constructive change and solutions.
It was my passion for leadership and education that brought me here. I say leadership because as a young adult I felt an unyielding force to follow a path that was already paved. With that foundation to speak on, I inspire others to follow. I say education because I speak to what I know and what is written for me.
My personal goal as a leader is to create future leaders. Community members that want to feel included, seen, and overall improve the lives of our residents.
Transform lived experience into education
and support policies influenced by all and for all.
my ambitions
Equitable Experiences
Ensure there are enrichment opportunities for the diverse needs of the citizens.
Community Wellness
Empower and support leaders to improve the quality of life of the at-risk residents.
Healthy Connection
Enact pathways to healthcare in our city. Transportation to facilities or facilities and professionals to us.
Youth Mental Health
Peer to Peer mentoring and education for the school aged and famililes.
what people say about me
Yelm Community Schools
Volunteer of the Year 2022-23 and 2021-22
We appreciate Ashley's tremendous dedication and hard work to help make Ridgeline a place of belonging for students and staff.
Love Abounds Here
Councilmember Brooks continues to serve countless hours towards the mission to develop and protect the health and wellbeing of our houseless neighbors in Yelm and the surrounding area.
Everytown
We are confident that Councilmember Brooks will govern with gun safety in mind. This distinction indicates that she will advocate for safer communities.
Mayor Joe DePinto
Ashley has been a wonderful addition to the Yelm City Council. She is always attending local events and she truly cares about this community. Like myself, Ashley has grown up in Yelm (actually we’re from the same neighborhood) and is a member of many local organizations. I fully support her candidacy and hope the people of Yelm choose to retain her.
Thurston County REALTORS® Association
"appreciates your time, cooperation and willingness to discuss issues of concern with our members."
Best of Nisqually 2023
Best Elected Official
Best of Nisqually 2022 Volunteer of the Year Runner Up
Yelm City Councilmember Amanda Johnstone
“Ashley Brooks has demonstrated a remarkable ability to collaborate with other community leaders and organizations. This spirit of teamwork and cooperation has fostered a sense of unity and progress among various stakeholders, enabling us to tackle complex issues and achieve meaningful results together.”
Clorissa Rae Ashley
"This woman is such a kind, caring, and thoughtful person amoung the many wonderful traits she has. Making you feel special and doing things for others is something I hear and see her doing often, pretty much daily."
Yelm City Councilmember Brian Hess
“Her true strength is community outreach and caring for all and strengthening community development amongst the residents and community members.”
Columbia Distributing Employee Review
“Ashley takes pride in her work- it is rare that a mistake is ever made twice. When Ashley does make a mistake, she is quick to own it, and even quicker to find a solution.”
Thurston County Commissioner Tye Menser
“Yelm needs Ashley’s enthusiasm and leadership as it continues to grow and develop into a first-class community in Thurston County!”
