Introducing Janine
Gresham is more than a city.
It's where families put down roots, entrepreneurs chase dreams, artists create, and neighbors look out for one another. My vision is a Gresham that embraces growth while preserving the community spirit that makes this city feel like home. Together, we can create a city that is vibrant, welcoming, safe, and full of opportunity for everyone.
Gresham
Council Woman
since
2017
A voice for the community on the
Finance & Community Development Block Grant Committees
for the city of gresham
Looking forward
Public Safety
Gresham will continue strengthening the foundation of community safety by:
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Prioritizing ongoing investments in Police and Fire
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Ensuring first responders have the staffing, equipment, and training needed to protect residents
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Maintaining a long‑term commitment to safe neighborhoods and rapid emergency response
About Janine.
Janine Gladfelter is the embodiment of citizen leadership and serves her role on the city council as a public servant, not a politician looking for higher office. In fact, she never plans to run for any other position except city council where she creates a positive impact improving the lives of every city resident and visitor.
Janine is a -year resident and community leader in the city of Gresham, Oregon. Shortly after arriving, she fell in love with the community and sought out ways to become involved as a volunteer to help improve the world around her. She joined Rotary, served on the Salvation Army Advisory and became a voice for the community on the Finance and Community Development Block Grant Committees for the City of Gresham. She was ultimately called to serve in a larger role by her colleagues and friends as a councilwoman where she has served as since 2017.
Key Achievements
Police and Fire Personnel
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Secured funding for Police and Fire personnel through strong community partnership.
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Advanced ongoing police and fire levy initiatives to build safer neighborhoods and support first responders.
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Delivered real results:
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9 new sworn police officers hired
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12 new firefighters hired
These additions reinforce Gresham’s frontline safety network.
Station 72 expansion and the new Fire Training tower
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Prioritized and secured funding for the Station 72 expansion and the new fire training tower, significantly improving fire and rescue readiness.
Community Health & Safety Initiatives
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Expanded suicide‑prevention workshops
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Increased fire‑station open houses and youth engagement events
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Strengthened public safety outreach across neighborhoods
Infrastructure & Development Funding
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Gresham secured some of the largest infrastructure and development grants in city history.
Economic Development
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Gresham adopted a comprehensive Economic Development Strategy to guide growth through 2027–2028.