Chief deputy auditor Stacy Henthorn running for county auditor

Whatcom County chief deputy auditor Stacy Henthorn announced her bid for Whatcom County Auditor on January 12 as Diana Bradrick won’t run for another term.

Henthorn has 20 years’ experience working in elections, recording and vehicle and vessel licensing. She’s also represented the auditor’s office on numerous committees and has implemented a new ballot sorter and licensing system, among other accomplishments.

“I pledge to continue to lead the auditor’s office in providing customer-focused services, with integrity and transparency,” she said in a statement.

Bradrick said she decided to retire instead of running for another term. She endorses Henthorn. 

“Stacy is an experienced, proven, professional dedicated to making local government responsive, transparent and accessible to Whatcom County residents,” Bradrick said in a statement. “Her experience in all three divisions within the office is unmatched in our county.”