Redmond is growing fast, and we don't have time for on-the-job training. As our former City Councilor, current Planning & Tourism Chair, and downtown hotel GM, Tobias Colvin is ready to keep working for you.
As General Manager of the downtown SCP Redmond hotel, Tobias connects daily with travelers, local business owners, and residents. He hears firsthand what makes our community thrive and where our city government needs steady, experienced leadership.
Having served as a City Councilor from 2022 to 2024, Tobias didn't stop serving when his term ended—he stepped up to chair the Planning Commission, Tourism Committee, and Budget Committee, guiding Redmond's growth and fiscal responsibility with proven competence.
Deep municipal governance experience across planning, budgets, tourism, and community development.
Managed city revenues, balanced budgets, and kept property and utility taxes manageable for residents.
Ensuring infrastructure keeps pace with rapid housing developments while protecting neighborhood character.
Driving economic vitality and supporting local jobs through responsible destination marketing.
General Manager at SCP Redmond, engaging daily with local business owners and visitors.
Ensuring roads, water capacity, and public services grow right alongside our housing developments so we don't lag behind.
Treating taxpayer dollars with respect, living strictly within our means, and protecting families from unnecessary tax hikes.
Backing our police and fire personnel, securing our streets, and championing our downtown small businesses and tourism.
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