Councilor District 3

Wil Fuentes was elected as County Councilor of District 3 in November 2024 and took office in January 2025. 

Wil Fuentes is honored to serve as a member of the Clark County Council, District 3. As a first-generation immigrant from El Salvador, Wil understands the challenges faced by diverse communities and is committed to building inclusive, thriving communities. 

Councilor Fuentes earned a bachelor’s degree in Community Development from Portland State University. He has a master’s degree in organizational leadership from Western Oregon University.

With over 15 years of leadership experience in both the private and nonprofit sectors, Councilor Fuentes currently serves as the Program and Housing Development Manager at Fourth Plain Forward. In this role, he works closely with community members listening to their needs and developing solutions to address housing insecurity and economic challenges.

Councilor Fuentes’ commitment to public service extends to his time as a planning commissioner in Hillsboro, Oregon, and member of various advisory committees, including the Clark County Low-Income Housing Committee and Vancouver’s Comprehensive Climate Community Working Group. He is passionate about creating a Clark County that is safe, sustainable, and accessible to all, advocating for policies that address the housing crisis, homelessness, and economic inequality. 

Outside of his professional life, Councilor Fuentes enjoys spending time in nature, reading, cooking and spending time with family and friends.