Experienced
WoRKS IN COMMUNITY BUILDING
Katie is a leader in improving the wellness of all Androscoggin County residents. She has 11 years of experience working in public health, and is responsible for leading collaborative community health efforts. Katie works closely with municipal staff, public officials, community partners and residents to improve the health of our communities.
Committed
CURRENTLY SERVING AUBURN
Katie is a member of the Auburn Planning Board, Auburn Strategic Planning Quality Sub-Committee, and the Complete Streets Committee of Lewiston-Auburn. This work builds on her public health experience, and her value of community engagement.
Collaborative
CARES ABOUT THE VOICE OF THE PEOPLE
As someone who believes that the people of Auburn have valuable experiences, ideas, and expertise, Katie is asking community members about what issues are most important to them, and how they would like to see Auburn grow. If you are an Auburn resident and would like to share your thoughts, please email: kbossauburn@gmail.com
Key Issues
Community engagement
Growing local business
Vibrant downtown
Natural resource protection
Representative leadership
Walkability and bikeability
Supporting our school system
Strong local food economy
In the News
“Katie Boss and Belinda Gerry elected to at-large Auburn City Council seats.”
Sun Journal: November 5, 2019
Bangor Daily News: November 5, 2019
Mary Lafontaine: “Auburn Needs Voices of Reason”
Sun Journal: October 28, 2019
“We need voices of reason; people who listen to our residents —all of them — not just a few; people who care about the entire community; people who will do what’s right for all of Auburn, not just sections.”
Sarah Strong: “Katie Boss for a bright future for Auburn”
Sun Journal: October 28, 2019
“Boss sees development of the downtown and local businesses, sustainable growth, resource protection, supporting our schools, and nurturing a local food economy as key efforts needed to retain Auburn’s important qualities and build toward a strong future. The council needs her positive energy and commitment to collaborative leadership.”
“Election 2019: Auburn City Council At-Large”
Sun Journal: October 27, 2019
Candidate profiles for all five City Council At-Large candidates
Sam Boss: “Auburn Needs Katie Boss”
Sun Journal: October 25, 2019
“What I can provide is a perspective on Katie’s hard work and dedication behind the scenes. After Katie joined Auburn’s Planning Board, she spent her evenings reading books on zoning to prepare herself for the role. When we’re doing chores after we put our kids to bed, she listens to podcasts about creative ideas in urban design. She’s a whiz with numbers and budgets, and her organization and time management are second-to-none.”
Jeremiah Bartlett: “Katie Boss focused on Auburn’s needs”
Sun Journal: October 20, 2019
”As a family person and someone committed to the long-term success of our city, Katie will ask questions not only about where Auburn needs to be right now, but also where it needs to be in the future.”
Mary Lou Hofmann: “Support for Katie Boss”
Sun Journal: October 15, 2019
“[Katie] is a good listener who can engage in meaningful and respectful dialogue with all constituents in an effort to craft a bold vision for the future. She knows how to collaborate to get things done and is not afraid to do the heavy lifting that is required to move the community forward.”
James Pross: “In Support of Katie Boss”
Sun Journal: October 15, 2019
“As a former city councilor in Auburn, I appreciate the value of having a city council that engages in thoughtful dialogue, not divisive debate. Katie Boss’ candidacy presents Auburn with an opportunity for progress in this regard.”
Jim Wellehan: “Katie Boss for Auburn At-large Seat”
Sun Journal: October 10, 2019
"[Katie] is bright, ethical, concerned about Auburn’s well-being, environment and the well-being of its citizens of all ages and means."
Tim Cowan: “Support for Katie Boss”
Sun Journal: October 10, 2019
“Over the past 11 years, Katie has guided people with diverse opinions and experiences to identify ways to work together so that they can make their communities healthier places to live…Katie will make thoughtful, careful decisions. If elected, Katie will have a positive impact on our community.”
Dana Staples: “Katie Boss is What Auburn Needs”
Sun Journal: October 5, 2019
“[Katie's] thoughtful approach to solving problems is just what Auburn needs.”
Silver Moore-Leamon: “Two Dynamic Candidates”
Sun Journal: September 15, 2019
“Their commitment to the work of campaigning and their grasp of the complexity of and relationship among economic, environmental and human concerns facing Auburn was impressive, their ideas clear and practical.”
Joan Macri: “Two Candidates Worthy of Support”
Sun Journal: September 14, 2019
“Auburn is fortunate to have such talent. [Boss and Larose] are very bright, dedicated to the community, fearless, determined, gifted communicators and both have a terrific work ethic.”
Dave Griswold: “Katie Boss for Auburn City Council”
Sun Journal: September 7, 2019
“As a public health professional with experience on a variety of city committees and the planning board, [Katie] will bring a broad perspective to the council. She is a person who will listen and work hard to make Auburn a better place for all residents.”
“Races set for mayor, City Council and School Committee in Auburn” - Sun Journal: August 28, 2019
“Boss announces candidacy for Auburn City Council at-large” - Sun Journal: August 21, 2019
“Campaigns begin for council, mayor in Lewiston-Auburn” - Sun Journal: July 9, 2019