2004-05-18 - Voters Pamphlet - County DESCHUTES COUNTY VOTERS' PAMPHLET
PRIMARY ELECTION
MAY 18, 2004
NANCY BLANKENSHIP
DESCHUTES COUNTY CLERK
ATTENTION
This is the beginning of your county voters'pamphlet.The county portion of this joint voters'pamphlet is inserted in
the center of the state portion. Each page of the county voters'pamphlet is clearly marked with a black bar on the
outside edge.All information contained in the county portion of this pamphlet has been assembled and printed by
your Deschutes County Clerk.
ALPHA INDEX TO VOTERS' PAMPHLET
All candidates were invited to participate in this pamphlet.The following candidates submitted information.
MEASURES
9-23 La Pine Rural Fire Protection District General Obligation Bond Authorization................. 9-4
9-24 Amendment to Bend Charter Changing Method for Electing Council Members.............. 9-5
9-25 Sheriff Three Year Split-Rate-Operating Levy.................................................................. 9-6
9-26 Adminstrative School District No. 1 Three-Year Local Option Tax ................................... 9-8
CANDIDATES
Andrews, Andy.........................................................................................................................9-11
Corbin,Johnny........................................................................................................................9-11
Daly, Mike............................................................................................................................... 9-12
Gordon, Randy............................................................................................. .. 9-12
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Nowak, Ric............................................................................................................................. 9-13
Pillar, Scott B.......................................................................................................................... 9-13
VOTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION.............................................................................................. 9-14
VOTINGINSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................................ 9-15
OFFICIAL DROP SITE LOCATIONS.................................................................................................... 9-16
LETTER FROM COUNTY CLERK.................................................................................I.................I..... 9-3
QUESTIONS ABOUT VOTING?
Call your Deschutes County Clerk's Office at (541) 388-6547
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Dear Deschutes County Voter:
This is your May 18, 2004 Primary Election Voters' Pamphlet. During this
election you will be asked to decide on many important issues. This Voters'
Pamphlet is a cooperative effort between the Deschutes County Clerk and
the Oregon Secretary of State. It is provided to assist you in becoming a
more informed voter as you cast your ballot.
This pamphlet contains the ballot measures and explanatory statements
which are designed to provide you with impartial and fair information. It also
contains paid arguments for or against certain measures.
Candidates may also pay to place a statement in the pamphlet to provide
you with additional information about them. On your ballot, the names of
the candidates will appear in random alphabet order.
As you review the pamphlet, please remember that you may not be voting
on every office or measure in this pamphlet. Your ballot will contain only
those issues on which you are eligible to vote, based on where you
live and your political party.
For your convenience, the Deschutes County Voters' Pamphlet contains
voting instructions, how to request a replacement ballot and Official Ballot
Drop Site locations.
Please Vote!
Sincerely,
Nancy Blankenship
Deschutes County Clerk
Qualitti SCITi(YS Nrformed vith 1'rirfi'
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LA PINE RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
Measure No. 9-23
BALLOT TITLE plans to sell the old vehicles to purchase the remaining required
tools and equipment if the bonds are approved.
9-23 LA PINE RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT It is estimated that,for approximately 23 cents per thousand or
GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND AUTHORIZATION $23.00 per year on a$100,000 of assessed value home,the
QUESTION: Shall the District 'issue general obligation District would be able to purchase dependable vehicles and
bonds in an amount not exceeding$1,500,000?If the bonds equipment. It is also expected that a reduced insurance risk
are approved,they will be payable from taxes on property or should translate into a lower homeowners insurance cost.
property ownership that are not subject to the limits of sec-
tions 11 and 111 Article XI of the Oregon Constitution.
SUMMARY:This measure may be passed only at an elec-
tion with at least a 50 percent voter turnout. If approved, (Information furnished by Fire Chief Jim Court and the 2004
this measure provides funds to the LaPine Rural Fire Pro- La Pine Fire District Board of Directors.)
tection District to finance the costs of capital construction
and capital improvements, including, but not limited to,
providing funds to:
• upgrade the District's aging FIRE/MEDICAL emer-
gency vehicles;
• acquire tools and equipment for the new emergency
vehicles; and
pay bond issuance costs.
The bonds will mature over 10 years or less from date of
issuance and may be issued in one or more series. The
estimated cost of this bond is$0.23 per$1000 of assessed
value. The owner of a home assessed at $100,000 is
estimated to pay$23 a year.The bonds shall not exceed
$1,500,000.
EXPLANATORY STATEMENT
La Pine Rural Fire Protection District is at an all time high risk
of major fires in the region.The District's response to fire and
medical emergencies has increased over 200%in the last ten
years.Our vehicles are getting older and are wearing out much
faster.Over the next ten years we will have a fleet of vehicles
that will cost more to maintain than they are worth.Well main-
tained fire trucks and ambulances are critical to responding to
emergencies and ensuring life safety.
If the Fire District does not replace the old vehicles and purchase
fire trucks that are required by the Insurance Services Office,
citizens are also at risk of having fire insurance premiums rise
higher than a bond would cost.The Insurance Industry rates
your homeowners insurance based on the capabilities of the
Fire District.If we do not upgrade our equipment,there is a risk
that the insurance costs will go higher for every home.
If the bond is approved,and the District purchases the required
vehicles and equipment,we would then go back to the Insurance
Service Office and request a lower rate, which is expected to
lower citizens'insurance rates.
If approved by the voters, the District expects to purchase
the following vehicles and equipment at a projected cost of
$1,447,656. The projected bond costs are $52,344 totaling
$1,500,000. Please note that there are no in-house admin-
istrative costs or expenses included. Voters are welcome to
come in and review the details of the Bond and the vehicles
requested.
Three Ambulances- $420,000 plus medical equipment
Two Fire Trucks- $600,000 plus fire tools, hose and
equipment
Two Water Tenders- $400,000 plus fire tools, hose and
equipment NO ARGUMENTS FOR OR AGAINST
Please note that the District is only asking for the funds required
to purchase the essential vehicles and equipment.The District THIS MEASURE WERE FILED
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CITY OF BEND
Measure No. 9-24
BALLOT TITLE
9-24 AMENDMENT TO BEND CHARTER CHANGING
METHOD FOR ELECTING COUNCIL MEMBERS
QUESTION: Shall the City of Bend Charter of 1995 be
amended to require election of council members by posi-
tion number? '
SUMMARY:This ballot measure would amend the City of
Bend Charter of 1995 as follows:The amendment would
require City Council candidates to run for office by position
number on citywide basis. The amendment repeals current
charter provisions requiring council members to be elected
"at large" on citywide basis. The charter amendment
would be in effect for the November, 2004 election, and
each general election thereafter. The amendment would
provide that the 4 seats up for election in November,2004
be assigned position numbers 1-4. The 3 council seats up
for election in November,2006 would be assigned position
numbers 5-7. Candidates for council would be required to
declare the position to which they seek election. Council
candidates may only run for one position per election. The
council candidate receiving the most votes for each position
shall be elected to that position on the city council for a 4
year term. Vacancies on the council will be filled either by
council appointment or by general election,depending on
when the vacancy occurs.
EXPLANATORY STATEMENT
Voters have the opportunity to decide if the Bend City Charter
needs to be changed.Specifically,the City Council has brought
forward a proposed amendment to the City's Charter that would
change how citizens elect City Councilors,and move to a sys-
tem of electing Councilors by numbered positions.
The Bend City Charter is the basic governing document of the
City of Bend.The Charter can only be changed by a vote of
the people.If the amendment to the Charter passes in May,the
process of electing City Council seats will change this fall's 2004
election. The four positions subject to election in November
2004 would then be positions one(1)through four(4).In 2005,
Positions(5)through(7)will be up for election.All council terms
are for a period of four years
Currently, Councilors are elected in a"group"race where the
top vote-getters in an election cycle are elected to office.With
the proposed Charter amendment,candidates will run against
specific people in designated positions rather than the entire
group.No candidate would be allowed to run for more than one
position at any one election.All registered Bend voters will be
allowed to vote for all positions.All candidates will run on a
city-wide basis.The difference is that they will not be elected in
"group"fashion,but instead,by position number.This system is
currently used by Bend Metro Parks and Recreation and other
newer cities throughout Oregon.
(Information furnished by Patricia S. Stall,City AecOrd NO ARGUMENTS FOR OR AGAINST
ec) THIS MEASURE WERE FILED
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DESCHUTES COUNTY
Measure No. 9-25
BALLOT TITLE taxpayers in the rest of the County because those areas fund
their own local police.
9-25 SHERIFF THREE YEAR SPLIT-RATE Failure of this levy will result in the elimination of all criminal
OPERATING LEVY investigation detectives;all patrol deputies,with response avail-
QUESTION:Shall County levy$0.82 urban,$1.60 rural per able for only extreme emergencies, no traffic team, no code
$1000 assessed value for Sheriff services for three years enforcement,no animal control or school resource officers,the
beginning 2004-05? closing of all Sheriff Substations and the reduction of bed space
This measure may cause property taxes to increase more in the jail from 228 to 108.
than three percent. The demand for Sheriff services and the cost of providing those
SUMMARY:This measure may be passed only at an elec- services is increasing.According to the 2000 census,Deschutes
lion with at least a fifty percent voter turn out. County is one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.Vot-
ers have approved tough crime measures such as mandatory
The existing levy expires on June 30,2004.This proposed minimum sentences forviolent offenders that require locking up
levy will replace the expiring levy.It is not in addition to the many more accused and convicted criminals.Increased growth
expiring levy. Passage of this levy ensures your Sheriff has not provided the revenue to keep up with the corresponding
services and tax rate remain stable for three years. increase in the demand for services. Due to budget cutbacks,
The proposed levy provides funding for: the Sheriff's Office closed the jail work center, losing 90 beds
• Emergency 911 Response and many drug and alcohol treatment programs.
• Crime Prevention The law requires the Sheriff to operate the adult jail.In addition
to law enforcement services and operating the jail,the Sheriff
• Crime Investigation also provides search and rescue, court security,and service
• Sheriff Patrols of civil processes. It is the only law enforcement agency in
• Civil Process Deschutes County providing these services
• Adult Jail Operations This proposed three-year levy will only maintain the cur-
rent level of Sheriff services for the next three years. The
• Drug Enforcement&Education rate is $0.82 in the incorporated cities, Sunriver and Black
• Traffic Safety Butte Ranch Service Districts,and$1.60 in the remaining ar-
• Search&Rescue eas. The additional$0.78 cents paid only by residents in the
unincorporated areas funds 911 response,sheriff patrols and
• Community Policing investigative services.
• Arson Investigation A"YES"vote on this levy maintains your Sheriff services.
• School Resource Programs
• Wild land Fire Evacuations
These services are provided to all residents, except for (Information furnished by Dennis R. Luke, Vice Chair,
patrol and investigation services which are provided to Deschutes County Board of County Commissioners.)
rural residents only.Taxpayers in Redmond,Sisters,Bend,
Sunriver and Black Butte pay a lower rate because they
fund their local police and investigation services.
Failure of the levy means:
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No criminal investigation detectives
No Sheriff Patrol deputies
No traffic team,code enforcement,animal control or school
resource officers
All substations closed
Jail capacity cut from 228 to 108
This proposed local option tax, dedicated to Sheriff ser-
vices, is estimated to raise $11,950,018 in 2004-2005,
$12,667,861 in 2005-2006, and $ 13,398,004 in 2006-
2007.
EXPLANATORY STATEMENT
Over 60%percent of all sheriff services are funded by a Sheriff's
levy. The existing Sheriff's levy expires on June 30,2004. This
proposed levy will replace the expiring Sheriff's levy.It is not in
addition to the expiring levy.This levy would take effect July 1,
2004, Passage of this levy ensures the level of funding and the
tax rate for Sheriff's services remains stable for three years.
The proposed levy is a split-rate levy. This means taxpayers
in the Cities of Bend, Redmond and Sisters, and taxpayers ARGUMENTS BEGIN ON NEXT PAGE
in Sunriver and Black Butte Ranch will pay a lesser rate than
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DESCHUTES COUNTY
Measure No. 9-25, Continued
ARGUMENT IN FAVOR ARGUMENT IN FAVOR
VOTE YES! PLEASE VOTE YES! I would ask that all registered voters in
As public safety administrators Chiefs of Police,Fire Chiefs and Deschutes County please vote YES in support of their Sheriff's
District Attorney in Deschutes County,we strongly urge you to Office.
VOTE YES for the up-coming Sheriff's Operating Levy. More than 60%of the total Sheriff's Operations are funded by
Never before has the ability of all public safety entities in De- this Levy.The Levy would provide funds for:
schutes County been stronger in their willingness to provide 1.Sheriff's Patrols 7.Criminal Investigation
the very best service to all of the citizens of Deschutes County. 2,Response to 911 8.Drug Enforcement
The Sheriff and the Sheriff's Office play a key roll in our ability
to fulfill our obligation to the citizens we serve. Emergency Calls For Help 9.Arson Investigation
If this levy fails,the reduction in staff at the Sheriff's Office will 3.Traffic Safety 10.Crime Prevention
have a devastating effect on our ability to provide safe and 4.Adult Jail Operations 11.Civil Process
effective protection and to provide successful prosecution of 5.Search and Rescue 12.School Resource
offenders. Programs
The Sheriff's Office would not be able to assist citizens and 6.Wild Fire Evacuations 13.Response to Domestic
other agencies with emergency evacuation for wild fire or other Violence and Child Abuse
disasters in their community. In the past three years The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office
The Sheriff's Office would be unable to provide initial response has:
or assistance in life threatening emergency situations that we
deal with on a daily basis.The Sheriff's Office would have to - Increased patrol time having our deputies work 12-hour
eliminate some 112 positions and cut the jail capacity from the shifts, which provides more than 4,841 additional hours
current 212 beds to 108. 1 annually with no additional deputies.
Most crimes would not be responded to and much needed - Coordinated and combined work loads of current em-
investigations for crimes such as domestic violence and child ployees, which allowed for the elimination of some 30
abuse would be left without adequate investigation. unnecessary full time and part time positions.
For quality of life and public safety we urge you to Vote Yes - Reduced our patrol fleet by several vehicles,which allowed
May 18,2004. us to save approximately$350,000.00 in the years 2001,
Andy Jordan, Bend Police Chief 2002 and 2003 by not purchasing additional cars.
Larry Langston,Bend Fire Chief - Closed the Work Center,eliminating 90 jail beds and many
treatment programs.
Lane Roberts,Redmond Police Chief The proposed levy you are being asked to consider is NOT an
Ron Oliver, Redmond Fire Chief additional tax to the current rate you are paying for Sheriff's
Gil Zaccaro,Black Butte Police Chief Services.The current rate expires on June 30,2004.The pro-
posed rate would be$0.82 per$1,000.00 assessed valuation,
Jim Court,Lapine Fire Chief in the cities of Bend, Redmond and Sisters, and the services
Mike Kennedy,Sunriver Police Chief districts of Black Butte Ranch and Sunriver.The rate would be
Ed Sherrell, Black Butte Fire Chief $1.60,per$1,000.00 assessed valuation,in the remaining rural
Chuck Cable, Cloverdale Rural Fire Chief
areas of Deschutes County.
The men and woman of The Deschutes County Sheriff's office
Cliff Vaniman,Sunriver Fire Chief are proud to serve all citizens of Deschutes County by provid-
Taylor Robertson,Sisters Camp Sherman ing superior public safety and service,in an ethical and fiscally
Rural Fire Chief responsible manner.
Mike Dugan,Deschutes County District Attorney If we don't get approval by voters for this levy,our ability to serve,
protect,and house prisoners will be drastically reduced.
(Information furnished by Larry Blanton) Les Stiles,Deschutes County Sheriff
(Information furnished by Les Stiles, Deschutes County Sheriff)
NO ARGUMENTS AGAINST
THIS MEASURE WERE FILED The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by
the County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or
truth of any statement made in the arguments.
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ADMINISTRATIVE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1
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Measure No. 9-26
BALLOT TITLE Restoring and adding teaching positions
Restoring some educational programs,including
9-26 THREE-YEAR LOCAL OPTION TAX FOR DISTRICT extracurricular activities
OPERATIONS
Maintaining a full school year
QUESTION: Shall the District levy per$1000 of as-
sessed value each year for three years beginning 2004-
2005 for operations?This measure may cause property Bend-La Pine students consistently outperform their Oregon
taxes to increase more than three percent. peers in statewide tests and SAT scores according to the
SUMMARY:This Measure may be passed only at an elec- Oregon Department of Education. The District has several
tion with at least 50 percent voter turnout. award winning programs and honored students and teachers.
Many Bend-La Pine schools have been rated as exceptional
This measure authorizes Administrative School District No. and strong by the State of Oregon.
1, in Deschutes County, Oregon to levy a property tax in Estimate Your Costs
the amount of$.60 per$1000 of assessed value each year
for three years.The taxes would be used to help finance It would cost the property tax payer up to a maximum of$.60
District operations. per$1,000 of assessed value per year for three years. Prop-
An estimate of the total amount to be raised each fiscal erty taxes would vary from property to property. An average
year is home assessed at $152,500 could cost up to approximately
2004-2005 $4,035,863.37 $92 per year(or about$8 per month) in additional taxes. To
estimate yourtax,you may go to www.bend.kl2.or.us and click
2005-2006 $4,156,939.27 on local option.
2006-2007 $4,281,647.45 County to Mail Ballots on May 1,2004
The estimated tax cost for this measure is an ESTIMATE This measure will appear on the May 18,2004 ballot. It is a
ONLY based on the best information available from the vote-by-mail election,and ballots will be mailed to all registered
county assessor of Deschutes County at the time of the voters on May 1,2004.The 50%turnout requirement will apply
estimate. to this election, meaning there must be at least a 50 percent
voter turnout.
EXPLANATORY STATEMENT Completed ballots must reach the county election office by
Class Size and School Year 8 p.m.May 18,2004.
The Bend-La Pine School District Board has referred a 3-year
local option levy that would maintain or improve class sizes
and make sure a full school year is offered. If approved, the (Information furnished by Douglas M.Nelson,
levy would raise about$4 million per year for 3 years,for an Administrative School District No. 1, Deschutes County,
estimated total of approximately$12.5 million. Oregon(Bend-La Pine.)
Taxes Would Stay Local
All funds raised by a local option levy would go to local schools.
Taxes would be collected by Deschutes County and distributed
directly to the school district.
Background
The district estimates a funding shortfall of about$6 million for
the 2004-05 school year. Staff and other reduction levels have
been identified during meetings held with the School Board and
Budget Committee. Possible reductions include funding for
teachers, instructional assistants, other school support staff,
and administration,as well as athletics and activities and other
student education programs.
The downturn in Oregon's economy has led to this shortfall.
Legislative attempts to solve the situation have been unsuc-
cessful. Before 1990, local property taxes were the major
source of funding for local schools. Now most funding for school
budgets come from the state's general fund. Seventy-four
percent of Oregon's general fund comes from personal income
taxes. During an economic downturn,income taxes fluctuate
more quickly and dramatically than other taxes. This leaves
schools particularly vulnerable to changes in the economy.
In addition, Bend-La Pine schools receive less than the state
average for school districts according to the Oregon Depart-
ment of Education.
Uses for Local Option Proceeds
If this measure passes, the school district would maintain a
full program by: ARGUMENTS BEGIN ON NEXT PAGE
Maintaining or reducing class size
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ADMINISTRATIVE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1
Measure No. 9-26
ARGUMENT IN FAVOR ARGUMENT IN FAVOR
As members of the High Lakes Elementary School Parent- We've come together to support our kids and our schools-and
Teacher Association (PTA), we urge you to vote "yes" on lo- we are asking that you join us in voting"yes"on Measure 9-26.
cal measure 9-26. We are concerned about the future of our The Bend LaPine School Board has presented a local solution
schools and the future for our children. As parents of grade for our local schools.We must act now to assure a full school
schoolers,we are in our schools every day and see the impact year and class sizes that are manageable and conducive to
the cuts we have already endured have had on our kids.While learning at levels our community appropriately expects.
we see our children continue to do great things,we also see Through the state's economic struggles of the past few years,
the negative effects of larger class sizes and shorter school we have seen our schools cut back in many areas.Class sizes
years. Unfortunately, continuing these trends are about the have increased and 30 teaching positions were eliminated.We
only choices the district has left--unless we come together as have seen up to five days cut from our school year. Budgets
a community and voice our support for a more positive vision for our sports programs and other activities were cut back,and
for our schools. there has been an increase in the cost to our students and fami-
lies to take part in curricular and extra curricular programs.
Support of this measure would give our schools needed re- The budget for next year shows more deterioration to our
sources for the next three years.For our children in elementary schools.
school,these are the years where they receive the foundations Over the last several months, the School Board has held
that will assure their success in later years of school,and in numerous public discussions to determine budget direction
life.We--as a community--must ensure that our children have for the schools. They have listened to our concerns and tried
every advantage to meet the dynamic challenges of the future. to make decisions based on the best interests of the kids.
That's why,as parents,we ask for your support. We have asked that they now go to the voters to help assure
adequate funding.
In the past few years,the school district has faced budget cuts The School Board and School District have assured us that with
and has looked at all the options and made the difficult deci- passage of this measure,we have a guarantee of a full school
sions affecting all areas. The district administration is down year,we will have more teachers-not less-and we will see
and the overall budget has remained constant for the last two no cuts to the sports and the arts.
years--even though we have more than 600 additional students The state legislature and the state voters have made it clear
in our schools. that there is no state solution for school funding.While that may
be the reality at the state level, we believe our kids deserve
We all know that our area is growing and that strong schools are better here locally.There is a local solution and we are ready
important for the future.Our communities of Bend,LaPine and to support our local schools.
Sunriver have regularly shown support for our children and our Please join us in voting"yes"on Measure 9-26.
schools.Now,more than ever,we need to express that support
when we vote.Again,please vote"yes"on local measure 9-26.
Show the children that you care about their future. Ruth Burleigh Caryn Hill Julie Hood Terry Juhola
Brad and Lisa Nye Jan Taylor
(Information furnished by Lynn Hobson,
High Lakes Elementary Parent-Teacher Association.)
(Information furnished by Julie Hood,
Central Oregonians for Responsible Eductaion(CORE).)
The printing of these arguments dnes not constitute an endorsement by
the County of Deschutes, nor does the county warrant the accuracy or
truth of any statement made in the arguments.
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ADMINISTRATIVE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1
Measure No. 9-26
ARGUMENT IN FAVOR
Local Option=Local Control
Anyone driving in Bend over the past few years has experienced
the explosive traffic congestion.A similar situation is also tak-
ing place in our schools each and every day. In the last four
years we have not increased the number of teachers, but we
have added 1,000 students to our classrooms and opened
three new schools.
During this same time, our school district has had its state
revenues decreased more than ten percent. Programs have
been cut, resources reduced and much needed technology
updates neglected. Other impacts include the loss of many
middle school elective programs,fewer educational assistants,
and larger class sizes in every building.The last school year
was shortened five days,amounting to over 405,000 student
hours of lost instructional opportunities to 13,500 students!
While teachers throughout our school district remain commit-
ted to providing the best education possible for each student,
every reduction compromises our children's future opportunity
in an increasingly competitive world.
Now your Bend/La Pine school district is at a crossroad. We
face an additional $7 million in cuts, but continually cutting
school services is not the answer.As a community which cares
deeply about education,we cannot ignore the crisis facing our
classrooms.State and federal revenues continue to erode.We
need local support to save our schools.
A local option tax means all the monies raised by the tax will
be used exclusively for the Bend-LaPine School District and
not shared with the State.We must do what other communities
across the state have done:take control of our local schools.
Education is the best investment,and this levy will better as-
sure our community's vitality through maintaining high quality
schools.
Vote YES on this levy.
(Information furnished by Dan Jones,
President of the Bend Education Association.)
NO ARGUMENTS AGAINST
THIS MEASURE WERE FILED
The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by
the County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or
truth of any statement made in the arguments.
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DESCHUTES COUNTY
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OCCUPATION: OCCUPATION:
Television talk show host;rancher;commercial signmaker. Maintance Technition Jensen Precast
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Designed for William E. Blurock Architects in Newport Beach ASE Certified Automotive Master Technicition
1960s.1968 established Distinctive Signing,Inc.,manufactured Automotive repair shops,City Fleet shops,Automotive Instruc-
commercial signs for twenty-three years. for
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Graduated Wilson High School,Long Beach, California 1959; B.A. Industrial Arts, CSU, Long Beach, Long Beach, Califor-
graduated Orange Coast College,pre-architecture, 1963. nia
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: CSU,Chico,California
Elected, (1999-2003) board of Crook-Deschutes Education Fullerton College
Service District.Chair of board National Guard Youth Challenge Santa Ana College
program. Member Bend Airport Fly Friendly Committee. Chaminade College of Honolulu
For seven years I hosted own television show A Mau Central Oregon Community College
er of PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE:
Fact on Fox 39 bringing issues forward so that you could decide
what you want for your communities.Now,with your vote I can None
help implement your objectives. I have been asked why I want to run for public office and why
For 23 years I ran a successful sign company without the luxury Deschutes County Commissioner? The past several years I
of taxing my clients when business was bad.As your commis- have been active within the Redmond community and have
sioner, I will continue to use my business expertise to help become interested in what goes on around me and in the State
manage your money and guide county programs efficiently. of Oregon.I have been incouraged by our state senator to get
involved and I was asked if 1 was Interested in the postion of
Community Activities:Sheriff's Citizen Advisory Council,weekly County Commissioner.The more I thought about this position
volunteer Healing Reins, member Deschutes County United and the more I talked to people in the area, the more I found
Way Summit Society,Central Oregon Mustang Owners,Bend out that many are not happy with the running of our county.
Rotary Club and worked to reinstate the LaPine Rodeo. The commissioners that are now in office probally do a good
My Deschutes County Priorities: job in running the county but, I feel that with my background I
Citizen Input: I will make sure that all of the people of De- can do a better job. I know that I will examine how the taxpay-
schutes County have'input in county government and will start ers money is spent,and I will maintain a direct communication
by reviewing the limited citizen notification process now in place. with the people that I would represent. I do have a degree in
All residents affected by sensitive projects should be informed Industrial Arts and the classes that I have taken along the way
before an issue is approved by county commissioners. give me a good outlook on what needs to be spent, repaired,
Growth: As your county commissioner, will work closely serviced or replaced.I am currently Youth,Education,and Voice
of Democracy Chairman for our Veterans group and work close
with necessary entities to guide'growth with dignity,'encour- with the Redmond School District and have had the honor in
age quantified growth while maintaining our identity and high giving our some scholarships for needing students.
quality of life. I will promote family wage jobs, protect small
businesses, help strengthen development of industrial lands Elect Johnny Corbin as Deschutes County Commisioner,and
and support the Healthy Forests Restoration Act providing a I will be a commissioner who will look after our tax dollar and
safe environment that perpetuates our recreational tradition listen to the people and take what action that needs to be to
for residents and visitors. move our county in a good and positive direction.
As your County Commissioner—your Elected Public
Employee—I will bring distinction and credibility to pl!
Deschutes County residents.
(Information furnished by Andy Andrews.) (Information furnished by Johnny Corbin.)
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Official Deschutes County May 18, 2004 Primary Election Voters' Pamphlet
DESCHUTES COUNTY
COUNTY COMMISSIONER, POSITION #2 COUNTY COMMISSIONER, POSITION #2
MIN
MIKE DALY �' RANDY GORDON
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REPUBLICAN ` DEMOCRAT
OCCUPATION: OCCUPATION:
• Deschutes County Commissioner Retired Police Dept.Division Commander
• Former Law Enforcement Instructor
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Parent
• 1964-1973 Oregon State Police Officer OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND:
• 1975-1978 Legal Investigator and Pilot for a Law Firm Police department Patrol Officer,Sergeant,Lieutenant,Investiga-
• 1978 1980 Realtor lions Division Command; US Army Sergeant, Second and First
• 1980-1984 Construction Superintendent Lieutenant;City Council;Board Chair,Bend-La Pine School Board;
• 1984.2001 Owner/Operator,Mike Daly Excavating Community College Instructor.
• 2001-Present Deschutes County Commissioner
• EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
• Government Budgeting, Evergreen Stale College,Olympia,WA;
• Graduate Culver High School Marketing/Business Administration,Seattle City College;Law En-
• Upmqua Community College/Police Science and English forcement,Green River Community College,Auburn,WA
Studies PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE:
• COCC/Real Estate and Business Law Studies US Army,wounded in Viet-Nam;received Direct Commission.
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: In the middle of my 25 year law enforcement career, I was
• State Construction Contractors Board stabbed in the abdomen in the line of duty;was off work for 5
• Redmond Planning Commission years,during this period I was ELECTED to the City Council.
• COCAAN Board of Directors I recover and returned to my career and retired as a Division
• Oregon Consortium Board Member Commander.
• COVA Board Member ELECTED:Chair,Bend-La Pine School Board(99-00)
• Deschutes County Commissioner ELECTED:Past Member Bend-La Pine School Board
In these difficult and challenging times,you deserve the very • ELECTED:Bend-La Pine School Dist.,La Pine Attendance Area
best and most experienced County Commissioner you can get. . Board
It's a tough job. I've demonstrated my integrity,my tightness with APPOINTED:Deschutes County Commission on Children and
Families
your money and my common sense. Experience is essential RANDY GORDON:SERVING THE COMMUNITY
in the next four years. Past president of the La Pine Community Action Team
The biggest challenge we face is, "How do we get the most Scoutmaster
and best services out of our county government for the least Memberof Green River Community College Vocational Advisory
amount of taxes?" I'm a fiscally conservative Republican and Board
the test I apply every day as your County Commissioner is,"if I Law Enforcement Explorer Post Advisor
were spending my money,would I spend it on this issue?" If my Youth Soccer Coach
sensibilities say"No",I vote"No". You deserve"No Less". Youth Basketball Coach
• Youth T-Ball Coach
Experience, tempered by tough decisions and long hours of . Campfire Council Board of Directors
learning the many different facets of running a $200 million • Charter Member of Battered Women's Task Force
dollar county budget is the single biggest benefit the citizens of • Founding Member,Battered Womens'Shelter
Deschutes County deserve and need. That experience is the • Eagle Scout
single greatest difference between all my opponents and me. E-mail:randy 0randygordon.net
Public Safety is one of the largest issues facing our county in Website:www.randygordon.net
the next four years. Our Sheriff's Deputies shouldn't have to (Please visit,I have Pay Pal)
worry about whether or not they will have a job every time a It's not"WHO"we elect,
levy comes LP for vote. They should be spending their time (Randy Gordon)
fighting crime instead of campaigning for new funding. I promise It's"WHAT"we elect!
our County Sheriff's Department. (
to work find a formula for permanent and stable funding for EXPERIENCE,QUALIFICATIONS,HIGH PERSONAL
STANDARDS,TESTED,A VOICE FOR PEOPLE!)
(Information furnished by Michael M. Daly.) (Information furnished by Randy Gordon.)
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Official Deschutes County May 18,2004 Primary Election Voters'Pamphlet
DESCHUTES COUNTY
COUNTY COMMISSIONER, POSITION # 2 COUNTY COMMISSIONER, POSITION # 2
T RIC NOWAK ,r SCOTT B. PILLAR
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OCCUPATION: OCCUPATION:
Executive Director Sisters Area Chamber of Commerce ConsultanUTrainer
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Maintenance Superintendent and Purchasing Agent Brooks Executive Recruiter
Scanlon and subsequent owners 28 years College Development Officer
Self Employed Country by Design Antiques 7 years White Water Rafting Guide
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
Roosevelt High School•Seattle Graduate St.Helens High School,St.Helens,Oregon;Diploma
Lewis 8 Clark College, Portland, Oregon; Bachelor of Science Degree,
Work related and self-improvement classes Business Administrative Studies major,Political Science minor
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE:
Deschutes County Historic Landmarks Commission Board Chairman,High Desert Educational Service District
Presently on Redmond City Council Appointed to the Slate Superintendent of Educations Professional
Educator's Advisory Team 2004
Deschutes County,with a$200 million dollar annual budget and Oregon School Boards Association,Board Member
725 employees,requires the kind of management experience Oregon Association of Educational Service Districts, Board Member
that I will bring to the County Commission. (2001-2003)
i have worked in the forest products industry as maintenance When economic times are challenging,a county needs quality leadership.
superintendent and purchasing agent for 28 years.During my Qualitywillwoshhardtomnortfromcheaptalk,butrdd making good and
career I managed hundreds of employees and lar a construc- every I will work hard to make good necisicns...hard decisions...eachand
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tion and equipment purchasing budgets. Deschutes County needs a Commissioner who understands county ser-
My wife and I have been lifetime antique dealers and had our vices and the needs of the people it serves.While serving as Commissioner
own store in Downtown Redmond for 7 years.During that time I I will lead the county to focus on three main areas;
was a co-founder of the Redmond Downtowners Association. . Service-understanding the wants and needs of the"customer'-you
1 have served on the Executive Board of the Redmond Chamber the taxpayer.
of Commerce,the Board of Redmond Economic Development • Value-increasing the value of county services by increasing quality
( formerly REDAP), the Redmond Urban Renewal Citizens and/ar lowering cost.
Advisory Committee, the ODOT Stakeholders Committee for . Evaluation-Actively understanding what is working and not working
the Redmond 97 Reroute and the Deschutes County Historic and making positive changes.
Landmarks Commission.
I am presently serving my third year on the Redmond City As County Commissioner I will bring the following to work each day:
Council.The Redmond Council has functioned professionally Respect for the position
and has helped guide staff to keep the City under budget. Respect for the people who elected me
I
am proud to work with this group and will bring this manage Respect for my fellow Commissioners
ment professionalism to the County Commission. Currently unique understanding of the needs of residents in our rural areas
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• ntegrity,fairness and hard work
I am employed as the Executive Director of the Sisters Area
Chamber of Commerce. In the past five years I have served in a variety of roles including:
People I work with know that I am a consensus builder and Board Chairman;High Desert ESD
believe in strong collaborations between government entities. Board Member;Oregon Association of Educational Service Districts
Board Member;Oregon School Boards Association
I am familiar with most of the issues facing the County and Executive Director;Sisters Folk Festival
can participate in setting policy and direction for County staff Member;Sisters Rotary Club
when I am elected. I work hard to stay knowledgeable on is- Superintendent Search Committee:Sisters School District
sues and am always well prepared to participate in discussions Volunteer,Summit High School
and decisions. It would be an honor to serve you as your County Commissioner.
For more information:www.scottpillar.oro
(Information furnished by Ric Nowak.) (Information furnished by Scott B. Pillar.)
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VOTER REGISTRATION INFORMATION
To be eligible to vote in the May 18,2004 Primary Election,a completed voter registration card
must be postmarked by April 27, 2004. To choose a political party or change parties, the
voter registration card must be received by April 27, 2004. Postmarks do not count for
party changes.
TO REGISTER TO VOTE IN OREGON,YOU MUST BE:
1. A resident of Oregon.
2. A United States citizen.
3. At least 18 years old by election day.
YOU MUST UPDATE YOUR REGISTRATION IF:
1. Your residence or mailing address changes.
2. Your name changes.
3. You wish to change your party affiliation.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you have moved or your name has changed and you have not yet
updated your registration, you are still eligible to vote. Contact the Deschutes County Clerk's
office, 388-6547 for further information.
MADE MISTAKE ON BALLOT OR NEED A NEW BALLOT
You can request a Replacement Ballot if you make a mistake, your ballot is damaged or
spoiled, your ballot is lost,or for any other reason.Contact Deschutes County Elections office at
541-388-6547 to request a Replacement Ballot.
VOTERS WITH DISABILITIES
If you are unable to vote your ballot without assistance because of a physical disability or
because you are unable to read or write, contact the Deschutes County Clerk's office at 388-
6547.We will provide two persons to assist you in voting.To assure your voted ballot is received
by election day, contact the clerk's office early to arrange for assistance. You may also select
someone else of your own choice to assist you.
A cassette edition of the Voters'Pamphlet is available for those who cannot read standard print
due to a visual or physical disability.To order a cassette of the Voters'Pamphlet, please contact
Independent Living Resources at 503-232-7411.
REMINDER: YOUR BALLOT WILL NOT BE COUNTED IF YOUR ENVELOPE IS NOT
SIGNED! ALL BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVE NO LATER THAN 8:OOPM ON MAY 18TH.
POSTMARKS DO NOT COUNT.
DESCHUTES COUNTY ELECTION RESULTS
Election results are available after 8:00 pm on May 18th from the County Clerk's office or on
the internet at www.deschutes.org.The results will be updated throughout the night.
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VOTING INSTRUCTIONS
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1. TO VOTE YOU MUST BLACKEN THE OVAL filled in the oval next to your choices,
(aw) COMPLETELY WITH A PENCIL.
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DOTTED LINE.
If you vote for more candidates than
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EXAMPLE a measure, it is called an overvote.
PRESIDENT(VOTE FOR ONE) Your vote will not count for that candidate
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YOUR MIND, CONTACT THE COUNTY s Contact Deschutes County Elections office at
1 388-6547 to request a replacement ballot iI:
CLERK'S OFFICE FOR A REPLACEMENT
BALLOT. 4 you make a mistake
4 your ballot is damaged or spoiled
your ballot is lost
.4. REMEMBER, IF STATED ON
01 for any other reason.
YOUR BALLOT, VOTE BOTH
SIDES OF YOUR BALLOT. j 1 866 ORE VOTES (se habla Espaliol) I
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May 18, 2004 Official Ballot Drop Site Locations
Bend
Deschutes County Clerk's Office, 1340 NW Wall St., Bend
(Privacy Booths Provided inside office):Available 7 days a week.
Election Day, May 18, 2004 open until 8:00 pm
Drive-By Drop Site: 1340 NW Wall Street, Bend:
Friday, May 14, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Monday, May 17, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Election Day,Tuesday, May 18, 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Deschutes County Road Department,61150 SE 2711 Street, Bend:
Available 7 days a week. Election Day, Tuesday, May 18, open until 8:00 pm
Welcome Center,63085 N Highway 97, Bend (Privacy Booth Provided):
Friday, May 14, 8:00 am— 5:00 pm
Monday, May 17, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Election Day, Tuesday, May 18, 8:00 am -8:00 pm
La Pine
La Pine Drive-By Drop Site, La Pine Public Library, (Parking Area)
16425 First Street, La Pine(corner of 151 St& Huntington Road):
Friday, May 14, 8:00 am -6:00 pm
Monday, May 17, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Election Day, Tuesday, May 18, 8:00 am-8:00 pm
Redmond
Drive-By Drop Site, Redmond Public Library (Parking Area),
827 SW Deschutes Avenue, Redmond:
Friday, May 14, 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Monday, May 17, 8:00 am -6:00 pm
Election Day, Tuesday, May 18, 8:00 am -8:00 pm
Redmond City Hall, 716 SW Evergreen Avenue, Redmond:
May 3 through May 17, 8:00 am-5:00 pm (Usual Business Hours& Days)
Election Day,Tuesday, May 18, 8:00 am -8:00 pm
Sisters
Sisters City Hall, 150 N Fir Street, Sisters:
May 3 through May 17, 8:00 am-5:00 pm (Usual Business Hours & Days)
Election Day,Tuesday, May 18, 8:00 am -8:00 pm
Sunriver
Sunriver Area Public Library(Sunriver Business Park),
56855 Venture Ln, Sunriver, (Privacy Booth Provided):
Friday, May 14, 10:00 am -5:00 pm
Monday, May 17, 10:00 am—6:00 pm
Election Day, Tuesday, May 18, 8:00 am -8:00 pm
REMEMBER!
All ballots must be received at a drop site or the Deschutes County
Clerk's Office no later than 8:00 pm, Election Day,May 18, 2004.
Postmarks Do Not Count!
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