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2010-11-02 - Voters Pamphlet - State i • j j - I I i Voters ' Pamphlet - Oregon General Election November 2, 2010 f i i' Kate Brown Oregon Secretary of State This Voters'Pamphlet is provided for assistance in casting your vote by mail ballot. OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE ELECTIONS DIVISION STEPHEN N.TROUT KATE BROWN DIRECTOR SECRETARY OF STATE 255 CAPITOL ST NE,SUITE 501 BARRY PACK SALEM,OREGON 97310 DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE (503)988-1518 Dear Oregon Voters: As your Chief Elections Officer, my goal is to engage more Oregonians in the political process, provide more information to Oregonians and remove barriers to voting. Because of this,you will see a few changes in the Voters' Pamphlet, receive a ballot that looks a little different and find answers to your questions, quite literally at your fingertips, by pointing your browser to www.oregonvotes.org. First,the ballot.The Oregon Legislature passed legislation in 2009 implementing a new process for, political parties to nominate candidates. It's called cross nomination and it allows candidates to receive the nomination of up to three parties and to have those nominations printed on the ballot.The purpose behind this change is to engage more voters on all ends of the political spectrum. Due to space restrictions on the ballot and the factthat candidates can receive up to three party nomi- nations,the party names will be abbreviated on the ballot. Every ballot will have a key to the party abbreviations.The parties are abbreviated as follows: Constitution Party-CON Democratic Party of Oregon-DEM Independent Party of Oregon-IND Libertarian Parry of Oregon -LBT Nonaffiliated- NAV Pacific Green Party-PGP Oregon Progressive Party-PRO The Oregon Republican Parry REP Working Families Party of Oregon-WFP Second,the Voters' Pamphlet.Another bill the Oregon Legislature passed created the Citizens' Initiative Review.The process involves a panel of citizens coming together for a week to discuss the pros and cons of a proposed initiative.The panel then produces statements reflecting the opinions of the panelists to provide more information to Oregon voters.This Citizens'Initiative Review process happened on two ballot measures this year.Those statements can be found on pages 49 and 60 of the Voters' Pamphlet. Third,technology has provided us with the ability to provide you better service from the Elections Division.You.can now track your ballot over the internet,just like an online purchase, by going to www.oregonvotes.org. On this site you can find out whether you are registered to vote,find information about the voting process, and after you have mailed your ballot,confirm that your county elections office actually received your ballot. Ballots to our servicemen and women are mailed 45 days prior to the election. If-we have the correct email address for these personnel,we can provide a PDF version of the ballot. If you, or someone you know, needs this service, please don't hesitate to call or email. It's extremely important that those who have placed their lives on the line for our country be able to participate in the democratic process. We are facing some tough challenges in the years ahead.As your Chief Elections Officer, I,encourage you to make sure that your voice is heard. Please register, and then vote, in this and every election.Your ballot must be received by a county elections office by 8pm on November 2. Postmarks do not.count. If you have questions about registration,filling out your ballot or getting a replacement ballot if you make a mistake,do not hesitate to call our toll free hotline at 1-866-ORE-VOTE or visit our website at www.oregonvotes.org. Sincerely, Kate Brown Oregon Secretary of State Voters' Pamphlet General Election November 2, 2010 Table of Contents General Information Voters'Pamphlet Information 4 List of Candidates&Measures 6 Oregon Voter Bill of Rights 29 Voters with Disabilities 100 Voter Registration Information 102 Candidates Partisan Candidates 7 Nonpartisan Candidates 21 Political Party Statements Constitution Party 22 Democratic Party 23 Independent Party 24 Libertarian Party no statement filed Pacific Green Party 25 Progressive Party 26 Republican Party 27 Working Families Party 28 Measures Measure 70 30 Measure 71 35 Measure 72 42 Measure 73 46 Measure 74 55 Measure 75 66 Measure 76 82 Voting Information County Elections Officials 104 Vote by Mail 106 Additional Information Pages Online Resources 5 Election Results 9 Voting &Ballot Prohibitions 11 ORESTAR 17 Index Index of Candidates 107 Voters' Pamphlet of the measure;two opponents of the measure and a fifth member appointed by the first four committee members,or,if Your official 2010 General Election Voters'Pamphlet provides they fail to agree on a fifth member,appointed by the Secretary you with information about measures and candidates that will of State.Explanatory statements can be appealed and may be appear on your ballot. changed by the Oregon Supreme Court. It includes instructions for marking your ballot,a complete list Citizens or organizations may file arguments in favor of,or in of federal and 'state candidates and state measures,as well as opposition to,measures by purchasing space for$1,200 or by other information to assist you through the voting process. submitting a petition signed by 500 voters.Arguments in favor of a measure appear first,followed by arguments in opposition Candidate statements and measure arguments are printed as to the measure,and are printed in the order in which they are submitted.The state does not correct punctuation,grammar, filed with the Secretary of State's office. syntax errors or inaccurate information.The only changes made are attempts to correct spelling errors if the word as originally submitted is not in the dictionary. . Random Alphabet The voters'pamphlet has been compiled by the Secretary of While the candidates'statements for candidates running for State since 1903,when Oregon became one of the first states to the same office appear in alphabetical order by their last name provide for the printing and distribution of such a publication. in this voters'pamphlet,you will notice that they appear in One copy of the voters'pamphlet is mailed to every household different order on your ballot. in the state.Additional copies are available at the Secretary of State's office,local post offices,courthouses and all county Oregon statute(ORS 254.155)requires the Secretary of State elections offices. to complete a random-order of the letters of the alphabet to determine the order in which the names of candidates appear on the ballot. Candidates The alphabet for the 2010 General Election is: In the general election,candidates are divided into two sec- tions:partisan candidates and nonpartisan candidates.Partisan N,H,G,S,B,R,F,T,Z,Y,K,E,V,L,W,I,U,Q,X,J,D,M,C,O,A,P candidates appear before nonpartisan candidates.Candidates pay a fee,or submit signatures in lieu of paying the fee,for space in the voters'pamphlet.The information required by Website law—pertaining to occupation,occupational background,edu- Most of the information contained in this voters'pamphlet is also cational background and prior governmental experience—has available in the Online Voters'Guide at www.oregonvotes.org. been certified as true by each candidate. Measures Espanol For each of the measures in this voters'pamphlet you will find Una version en espanol de algunas partes de la Guia del the following information: Elector esta a su disposicion en el portal del Internet cuya direccion aparece arriba.Conscientes de qua este material en (1) the ballot title; linea podria no Ilegar adecuadamente a todos los electores que necesitan este servicio,se invita a'toda persona a imprimir la (2) the estimate of financial impact; version en linea y circularla a aquellos electores que no tengan (3) an explanation of the estimate of financial impact,if deter- acceso a una computadora. mined to be necessary by the committee; - (4) the complete text of the proposed measure; Important! If your ballot is lost,destroyed,damaged or you make a statement);(5) impartial statement explaining the measure(explanatory mistake in marking your ballot,you may call your county statement); elections office and request a replacement ballot.One will be g g support of the measure;and mailed to you as long as you request it by October 28.After (6) a legislative argument in su that,you may pick it up at the elections office.If you have (7) any arguments filed by proponents and opponents of the already mailed your original ballot before you realize you made measure. a mistake,you have cast your vote and will not be eligible for a . replacement ballot. The ballot title is generally drafted by the Attorney General's Your voted ballot must be returned to your county elections c office. is then distributed to a list of interested parties for office by 8pm election day,Tuesday,November 2,2010. public comment.After review of any comments submitted,the ballot title is certified by the Attorney General's office.The certi- Postmarks do not countl fied ballot title can be appealed and may be changed by the Oregon Supreme Court. County elections offices are open on election day from lam The estimate of financial impact for each measure is generally to 8pm. prepared by a committee of state officials including the Secre- tary of State,the StateTreasurer,the Director of the Department Voter Information of Administrative Services,the Director of the Department of Revenue,and a local government representative selected For questions about voter registration,ballot delivery and by the committee members.The committee estimates only return,marking the ballot,requesting a replacement ballot, the direct impact on state and local governments,based on absentee ballots,signature requirements,the voters'Pam- information presented to the committee.In addition,the com- phlet,when and where to vote,and other questions about mittee may choose to provide an explanation of the estimate of elections and voting,call the toll-free voter information line at financial impact statement. 1-866-ORE-VOTE(1-866-673-8683). The explanatory statement is an impartial statement explaining Voter information line representatives can provide services the measure.Each measure's explanatory statement is written in both English and Spanish.TTY services for the hearing by a committee of five members,including two proponents impaired are also available at 1-800-735-2900. �u, lk.,... ,,100-.6..ely 1 • www.oregonvotes.org o�T Register to vote 2 You must be registered by October 12 to vote in the 2010 General Election • Find a dropsite Your ballot must be received by 8 pm on November 2 My Vote ' Use this new online tool to check or update your registration status and track your ballot. for more information about voting in Oregon oregonvotes.org 1 866 673 VOTE / 1 866 673 8683 se habla espanol TTY 1 800 735 2900 for the hearing impaired Partisan Candidates Nonpartisan Candidates Measures United States Senator Judge of the Court of Appeals 70 Bruce Cronk WFP Position 2 Amends Constitution:Expands availabil- Marc Delphine LBT Rebecca A Duncan ity of home ownership loans for Oregon Jim Huffman REP veterans through Oregon War Veterans' Rick Staggenborg PRO Fund Ron Wyden DEM Judge of the Circuit Court 11th District,Position 6 71 Representative in Congress Wells B Ashby tt Amends Constitution:Requires legisla- 2nd District t ture to meet annually;limits length of Joyce B Segers DEM legislative sessions;provides exceptions. Greg Walden REP 72 Governor " Amends Constitution:Authorizes excep- Chris Dudley REP tion to$50,000 state borrowing limit John Kitzhaber DEM;IND for state's real and personal property Greg Kord CON ' projects Wes Wagner LBT 73 State Treasurer Requires increased minimum sentences Walter F(Walt)Brown PRO for certain repeated sex crimes,incar- Michael Marsh CON ceration for repeated driving under ChrisTelfer REP influence Ted Wheeler DEM,WFP 74 -State Representative Establishes medical marijuana supply 53rd District system and assistance and research John Huddle DEM,IND programs;allows limited selling of Gene Whisnant REP marijuana .54th District Jason Conger REP,IND 75 Mike Kozak NAV Judy Stiegler DEM,WFP Authorizes Multnomah County casino; casino to contribute monthly revenue 55th District percentage to state for specified pur- Mike McLane REP,DEM poses. 59th District Will Boettner DEM,WFP 76 John E Huffman REP,IND Amends Constitution: Continues lottery funding for parks,beaches,wildlife habitat,watershed protection beyond 2014;modifies funding process s 2 is d a y 'cR2 / r •.° F.zfi q, r"�,, & �' z� •�''�'�- �3Y�� -. ./ d� '�x ' ''�"' af- ��':"�� / -fix! �'�°�' f/J S d��b eata�rt� ' lttettt were ttt this jit� brtsn dad Y+ i"b jot tY a1 �s��ea k c��dldat ��r co><lt�tit a��cat grl'1rn� '�, ``yr Political Parties in Oregon:Constitution Party(CON)(Democratic Party of Oregon(DEM) Independent Party of Oregon(IND)I Libertarian Party of Oregon(LBT) 401 ilxla� Prn Clnciidat+� United States Senator United States Senator Bruce Marc r Cronk Delphine �3 l,!Ipl'Illlj!I'" Working Families (WFP) Libertarian (LBT) r ; y Occupation:Manufacturing Occupation:Owner: Futures: Plant Electrician,Member College&Financial Planning United Steelworkers Local 5074 Occupational Background: Occupational Background: College&Financial Planner, Welder in Cave Junction and 2000 2010 welder/Electrician in Roseburg '? Educational Background: Educational Background:Associate of Arts Degree,Rogue Beaverton High School;AA,Portland Community College; Community College BS,Business Management,University of Phoenix(Oregon Prior Governmental Experience:Labor Representative and Campus) , Executive Board,Region Six Workforce Investment Board(WIB) Prior Governmental Experience:Position 1,Local School Committee(Mt.View Middle School);Chair,Americans for I'm running for Senate because Democrats and Republicans Prosperity,Washington County;Former Vice-Chair&Trea- have let us down with trade agreements that ship good jobs surer,Libertarian Party of Oregon;Vice Chair,Tigard Water overseas,with a healthcare bill influenced too much by ins r- Board(2006) ance and pharmaceutical corporations,and with bailouts for the Wall Street executives who caused the economic collapse. BRINGING COMMUNITIES TOGETHERI I worked my whole life to put food on the table for my family. To my LGBT Community:I have worked tirelessly to advance Thanks to an apprenticeship program,I got a good-paying our equality by fighting for our ability to marry and to serve job.But every year that gets harder for working people. I've openly in our military.We know the labels are unfairly placed watched as good jobs have disappeared.Every year my upon us.I am one of you. friends and neighbors grow more frustrated at the failure of To my TEA Party Patriots:I led the TEA Party rallies in politicians to do anything about it. Washington County in 2009&2010.We know the labels are Both parties have made matters worse.They take contribu- unfairly placed upon us.I am one of you. tions from Wall Street bankers and insurance lobbyists.They LISTENING TO OREGONIANS supported free trade agreements that have done serious harm to working people at home. Oregonians want a Senator who identifies with them d with That's why I joined the Working Families Party. Oregon.: The Working Families Party is an independent,grassroots Marc Delphine: political party that fights for the issues that matter:good • Is a small business owner,native Oregonian and an active jobs,good schools,and quality,affordable healthcare.It's the community member party with the backbone to stand up for working people.It's . Has both private and public sector experience the party for the rest of us. • Knows what it's like to struggle to build a business,pay his A vote for me and for the Working Families Party is a vote for: mortgage&succeed! Fair Trade for Good Jobs:Renegotiate job-killing trade WASHINGTON D.C.IS BROKEN agreements like NAFTA,which benefit big corporations while Delphine will fight for the following: sending jobs overseas and harming our environment.Sup- port the"TRADE"Act,so any future trade agreements create • A Balanced-Budget Amendment long-term good jobs at home. • Lower IncomeTaxes+Lower Federal Spending=More Healthcare for All:Take corporate profits and massive CEO • Private Sector Jobs - pay out of healthcare so that it benefits people,not insurance Ending Don't Ask,Don'tTell and the Wars in Iraq&Afghanistan and pharmaceutical companies. CHANGING WASHINGTON D.C. Accountability for Wall Street:Windfall tax on obscene Marc Delphine will work across party lines to find solutions: banker bonuses.End"Too Big to Fail." • Protect Women's Right to Choose but END Federal Funding http://WorkingFamiliesforBruceCronk.org of Abortion (This information furnished by Working Families for Bruce Cronk.) • Increase Care for Our Veterans • Fiscally Conservative,Socially Liberal Policies The above information has not been verified for accuracy by • Individual Liberty,Personal Responsibility the State of Oregon. Common Sense Solutions for Real Health Care Reform • Industrial Hemp for the Economy,Jobs AND the Environment Son of a single mother of two,Marc Delphine worked his way through college to start his own business,Futures: College and Financial Planning. www.marcfQrsenate.com (This information furnished by Friends of Marc Delphine.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Nonaffiliated(NAV)i Pacific Green Party(PGP) Oregon Progressive Party(PRO)I The Oregon Republican Party(REP)I Working Families Party of Oregon(WFP) „�, g•w„x., : „:,. n. ..,,,. ..,.�°;..�„,_ n,,.,b r.5scad.'.Cr�.+,,.,.6.. .P.,..f;_',..,➢ ., ,.. .,. ... .,.•� fix':.., ...r'e= £k. „K�,.c?^;..M...: United States Senator United States Senator Jim Rick Huffman Staggenborg Republican (REP) Progressive (PRO) Occupation:Professor of Law; Occupation:Physician Lewis&Clark Law School Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Psychiatrist,Army Medical Professor,Lewis&Clark Law Corps,Medical Director,County School since 1973.Dean, Mental Health,Veterans 1993-2006 .aG: Administration(VA)psychiatrist Educational Background:B.S.,Montana State;M.A.,Tufts and Acting Chief for Mental University;J.D.,University.S Chicago. Health Services for the Roseburg VA.Currently a volunteer for the national council of the Alliance for Democracy and Prior Governmental Experience:none. founder of Soldiers For Peace International. So long as Oregonians struggle with high unemployment, Educational Background:Portland State University(BS in Oregon's leadership cannot be called effective. Psychology and Biology),Oregon Health Sciences Center. * Oregon consistently has among the highest unemployment Prior Governmental Experience:No elective office,extensive rates in the nation. familiarity with federal bureaucracy through the VA. Ron Wyden has spent 30 years in Congress watching our economy slip. MAKING CHANGE IN OREGON: For 30 years,Senator Wyden's answer has been more spend- --Precinct Community Person in Coos County.Contributor to ing,higher taxes,and more burdensome regulation.That the Advocate newspaper. philosophy has killed our jobs. --Activist--Educator for a truly universal,affordable health My plan for Oregon is different care system in Oregon and the United States. * I will work to get government off the backs of small business. __Community leader in establishing a comprehensive health I will have the courage to vote to stop the out of control care system,the development of the County Mental Health spending. system,and the mental health system in coastal VA clinics * I will support an agenda that protects individual liberty and keeps government under control. and Roseburg. I will also work to restore the resource-dependent industries -Working to improve access to services for Oregon veterans. that built Oregon and upon which so many Oregon families THE CHANGE WE NEED IN WASHINGTON D.C.: and communities still depend.Making a living off the land Bringing jobs to the US and reducing the threat of war and protecting the environment are not mutually exclusive. by conversion to a localized economy based on alterna- Our future will see even higher taxes and economic stagnation tive energy,the elimination of tax breaks for international if we do not restore the limits set forth in our Constitution. corporations and getting out of NAFTA and the World Trade * Businesses cannot plan and grow if the economic environ- Organization. ment is uncertain and government is constantly threatening to A constitutional amendment to end the ability of large interfere.The national debt built up through reckless spending is corporations to pay for the campaigns of politicians who put unconscionable,and it puts a crippling burden on all facets of their interests above those of Americans. our economy. A rapid withdrawal from Afghanistan and Iraq. My argument for limited government is not only economic, Establishing a truly universal and affordable single-payer but moral as well.My wife Leslie and 1 have three children. health care system in the United States. We want all the opportunity for them that you want for your f - Reform in Washington,more efficient delivery of essential families.We cannot sit by and do nothing while their future is threatened by Washington DC's continued recklessness. government services,especially for veterans. I will go to Washington to make a difference,not make a --Regulation of'the banking/finance firms that could have living.I would appreciate your vote.Thank you. prevented the wholesale destruction of the American and world economies. Please learn more at www.huffmanforsenate.com Campaign finance reform. (This information furnished by Jim Huffman.) The people of Oregon are ready to retire Ron Wyden The above information has not been verified for accuracy by and I am ready to win. the State of Oregon. I will work for real health care reform and a Constitutional amendment to abolish corporate personhood. I will ask for a seat on the Veteran Affairs Committee. http://staggenboraforussenate.com/ (This information furnished by Rick Staggenborg.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Political Parties in Oregon:Constitution Party(CON) Democratic Party of Oregon(OEM)I Independent Party of Oregon(IND)I Libertarian Party of Oregon(LBT) f )/'� � 7T / 2 '. " �r,.� � /... ,. �4��,n•r��n,. w.r r,a,., ,.,r��..�� -,. S,.r r, EcU „22 .,,.,.,n�y,�e'r.u.e o�,..r:: 5 � United States Senator / i Ron Wyden Democrat (DEM) Occupation:U.S.Senator Occupational Background: Former Director,Oregon Legal_ Services for the Elderly;Co- founder,Oregon Gray Panthers ■ Educational Background: View unofficial Stanford University,A.B.;University of Oregon Law School,J.D. Prior Governmental Experience:Congressman, 1981-1996 election results RON WYDEN ALWAYS ON OUR SIDE Ron Wyden got his start fighting to ensure Oregon's elderly get the care and respect they deserve.He stood up for what starting at 8 pm on November 2 was right,and he's still fighting for us now. DELIVERING OREGON JOBS Bringing Google to The Dalles and nanotechnology to Washington and Benton Counties;expanding green energy vocational programs for community colleges;hosting job fairs to help returning vets get work—Ron Wyden rolls up his sleeves and fights for family wage jobs. "Without Senator Wyden,Google doesn't come to The Dallas. That's 200 jobs for a community that really needed them!" Robb Van Cleave,former Mayor of The Dalles FIGHTING FOR FISCAL AND GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY Wyden is fighting for the kinds of changes we need... • Stood up to two Presidents,saying NO to the$700 billion Wall Street bailout;fought against taxpayer-funded bonuses • to Wall Street executives; • Supported new ethics and accountability rules to end lobbyist-sponsored gifts and travel,and to make it harder for Members of Congress to hide earmarks they sponsor; • Opposed the budget-busting war in Iraq;leading the fight to reduce defense budget waste and control the deficit. PUTTING PARTISANSHIP ASIDE TO GET RESULTS Nobody has a better record of reaching across party lines and the urban/rural divide for the good of all Oregonians. "For decades environmentalists and timber communities have been at war.Ron Wyden brought both sides together to create a balanced plan that puts people back to work in our i forests,while protecting our natural treasures." John Sheik,Ochoco Lumber,Prineville We can count on Ron Wyden to keep fighting for the kinds of changes our state and country need right now.Let's keep him working for us. Ron Wyden for U.S.Senate www.wydenforsenate.com denforsenate.com for more information about (This information furnished by Wyden for Senate.) Voting In Oregon The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. oregonvotes.org 1 866 673 VOTE/ 1 866 673 8683 se habla espanol 7TY 1 800 735 2900 for the hearing impaired Nonaffiliated(NAV) Pacific Green Party(PGP) Oregon Progressive Party(PRO) The Oregon Republican Party(REP)I Working Families Party of Oregon(WFP) Representative in Congress, 2nd District Representative in Congress, 2nd District Joyce B Greg Segers Walden Democrat (DEM) Republican (REP) Occupation:Author Occupation:U.S.Representative Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Small business owner for 19 Oregon Small Business Owner years for more than 21 years Educational Background:B.A. Educational Background: Sociology,The City College of Graduate:University of New York;Masters Work Communications,The University of Oregon;Hood River Valley High School Central Florida Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon legislature Prior Governmental Experience:None Get America working again. Putting Oregon First "Congress needs to control spending and cut taxes for Joyce Segers,campaigning to be our congresswoman,is a individuals and small businesses to create jobs.The federal former medical professional who would ably replace the faulty government collects plenty of tax revenue.Additional tax representation of our current congressman,an incumbent with increases will only hurt the economy and slow the recovery. more ties now to Washington,D.C.than central Oregon. Let's change forest policy and put people back to Work in "Hard working Oregonians should not be struggQng to make the woods making our forests healthier,producing biomass ends meet.We need a representative whose only priority is energy and lumber. to help the people of Oregon."-The Bend Bulletin 6/20/2010 "1 grew up on a cherry orchard in The Dalles,and my wife and Creating New Jobs I were small business owners in Oregon for nearly 22 years. As a successful small business owner for 19 years,Joyce I know what it takes to create jobs,sign the front of a payroll treated her employees with respect,paid them a living wage, check and grow the food we eat." and provided them with health care. Stop the wasteful spending. Joyce believes we need to invest in Oregon's future by work- "Congress needs to stop wasting taxpayer money on big ing with business owners and local communities to create government takeovers and spending programs that don't jobs.We need a representative who will bring the people of produce jobs but leave our kids and grandkids with an. the 2nd District together to create solutions to the problems unconscionable debt. we are facing. Renewable energy and green jobs have the potential to create Taxpayers need real protection regardless of who is in charge high paying,non-exportable jobs in the 2nd District.We need in Washington.I've voted a shut the outrageous spending to invest in these technologies through smart policymaking increases and support a constitutional limit on spending." and incentives. Reform Congress. Taking Care of Our Veterans "I'm disappointed with Speaker Nancy Pelosi for breaking her "My husband and son both served in the military.I will fight promise to make government more open and transparent. Ao ensure that every veteran has access to health care and Congress should put proposed legislation on the internet for services when they return from duty.Attention must also be everyone to read.Passing 2,000-page bills no one has read is paid to the military families who bear the stress of unknown just wrong." numbers of deployments coupled with.a minimal amount of "Walden deserves praise for championing an idea whose support."-Joyce Segers time has come:that our legislators,let alone the American Investing in Education public,be granted a full 72 hours to read and—perhaps!—un- Education is the key to a brighter and stronger future.Joyce derstand important legislation..." Hood River News, 10-03-09 will fight to make college more affordable and work with edu- ".,Greg Walden is once again taking aim at the growing cators to implement education models with proven success federal budget deficit...Walden says the pressure of over- in our K-12 system. taxation is killing business...." KBND,6-10-10 "A strong education system is the backbone of a strong "Walden...stands alone among the Oregon delegation in economy."-Joyce Segers Congress in trying to actively manage federal forests and put (This information furnished by Joyce B.Segers.) people back to work." Grants Pass Daily Courier,9-2-09 The above information has not been verified for accuracy by (This information furnished by Walden for Congress.) the State of Oregon. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Political Parties in Oregon:Constitution Party(CON) Democratic Party of Oregon(DEM) Independent Party of Oregon(IND) Libertarian Party of Oregon(LBT) Mw P111" 'Tow It is against, the law to: sign another person's ballot return envelope for them vote more than once in an election or cast a fraudulent ballot vote a ballot if you are not legally qualified coerce, pressure or otherwise unduly influence another voter 4 sell, offer to sell, purchase or offer to purchase another voter's ballot obstruct an entrance of a building in which a voting booth or official ballot dropsite is located deface, remove, alter or destroy another voter's ballot, a posted election notice or election equipment or supplies attempt to collect voted ballots within 100 feet of an official ballot dropsite attempt to collect voted ballots without displaying a sign stating "Not An Official Ballot Dropsite" Any violations of the identified election laws are subject to penalties ranging from Civil Penalties (Up to $250 per Violation), Class A Misdemeanors or Class C Felonies. If you have any other questions about voting in Oregon or if you think that your rights as a voter have been violated: if oregonvotes.org 1 866 673 VOTE / 1 866 673 8683 se habla espanol TTY 1 800 735 2900 for the hearing impaired Nonaffiliated(NAV)I Pacific Green Party(PGP)I Oregon Progressive Party(PRO)I The Oregon Republican Party(REP)I Working Families Party of Oregon(WFP) 11 Governor Governor Chris John Dudley, Kitzhaber Republican (REP) Democrat(DEM) Independent (IND) Occupation:Financial Advisor; President,Diabetes Foundation Occupation:Health Policy Occupational Background: Chair,Foundation for Medical M Financial;National Basket- Excellence;President,Estes ball Association-16 years(6 Park Institute years Portland Trail Blazers) Occupational Background: Educational Background:Yale University,Economics and Emergency Room Physician,Roseburg 1974-1988 Political Science Educational Background:South Eugene HS,1965;B.A., Prior Governmental Experience:None Dartmouth College,1969;M.D.,University of Oregon Medical Professional&Community Involvement:Treasurer,NBA School,1973. Players Union;Class Sponsor"I Have a Dream" Foundation; Prior Governmental Experience:Governor 1995-2003;Senate Board,Self Enhancement,Inc. President 1985-1993;State Senator 1981-1993;State Repre- JOBS=QUALITY OF LIFE sentative 1979-1980 "I'm running for Governor to save Oregon's special quality of John Kitzhaber life.For too long,our political leaders have ignored private Real Commitment to Oregon. sector job growth.Without jobs,families suffer and we lack the As an emergency room doctor in rural Oregon,legislator, tax revenues needed for schools and government services.Our governor and father,Jbhn Kitzhaber has a lifetime commit- challenges are neither insurmountable nor ungovernable;we ment to fighting for Oregon.His leadership created change just need new leadership and new ideas.I ask for your vote." that makes a difference in the lives of Oregonians, —Chris Dudley The Right Experience to Deliver the Change We Need. A LEGACY OF FAILED LEADERSHIP . Delivered healthcare to hundreds of thousands of The seeds of Oregon's current economic crisis were planted Oregonians;provided early intervention for at-risk families during John Kitzhaber's eight years as Governor.Under and children;protected our clean water and salmon;and Kitzhaber,unemployment went up 65%and climbed above the strengthened the Oregon Recycling Act. national average—where it has been stuck ever since. . Under John Kitzhaber's leadership,Oregon created 128,000 Moreover state government spending increased 57%, new jobs,wages and benefits rose by 49%and Oregon's while personal incomes dropped to 6%below the national economy grew by 48%. average.He ignored the growing fiscal crisis in PERS,failed to . John Kitzhaber recruited Oregon's first renewable energy create a rainy day fund for schools and vetoed company. job-creating tax relief.John Kitzhaber had his chance,but now it's time for a new direction. Now more than ever,Oregon needs John Kitzhaber's leadership. "When John Kitzhaber left office in 2003,the economy Real Change.Real Results. was in shambles and the acrimony was thick in John Kitzhaber understands Oregon's challenges and knows the Oregon legislature;" OPB radio,4/28/10 what to do about them,with solid,step-by-step plans to: JOIN OREGON'S COMEBACK • Create jobs immediately and restructure our long term As Governor,Chris Dudley will: economy to compete successfully. • Improve education from pre-school to post-secondary, PROMOTE PRIVATE SECTOR JOB CREATION creating a seamless system focused on accountability and • Enact job-creating tax relief for entrepreneurs and' student success. small businesses • Reduce the scope and size of state government to make it • Support sustainable natural resource industries financially stable over time while delivering the services • Transform and empower colleges and universities Oregonians count on. CONTROL SPENDING AND REFORM GOVERNMENT See the Plans at www.*ohnkitzhaber.com + End automatic budget increases John Kitzhaber knows Oregon and shares our values. • Control growing payroll,health care and pension costs That's why he has the support of: • End outdated programs—like government Democrats like Governor Barbara Roberts liquor stores • Republicans Iike.Secretary of State Norma Paulus EDUCATE FOR OUR ECONOMIC FUTURE And the nomination of the Independent Party of Oregon • Fund K-12 budget first And organizations we trust,including: • Strengthen rainy day savings • Planned Parenthood PAC • Enhance teacher training • The Sierra Club / www.ChrisDudley.com • The Oregon Nurses Association (This information furnished by Friends of Chris Dudley.) The works n families Association The working families of the Oregon AFL-CIO The above information has not been verified for accuracy by • Oregon State Fire Fighters Council the State of Oregon. (This information furnished by John Kitzhaber.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Political Parties.in Oregon:Constitution Party(CON)I Democratic Party of Oregon(DEM)I Independent Party of Oregon(IND)I Libertarian Party of Oregon(LBT) Governor Governor Greg Wes Kord Wagner Constitution (CON) Libertarian (LBT) Occupation:Industrial Piping Occupation:Systems Adminis Designer trator,FIS Occupational Background: Occupational Background:10+ a=' Industrial Piping Designer years in I.T. a, Educational Background:BA Educational Background: from Moody Bible Institute B.A.S.Systems Analysis, Prior Governmental Experience:none Miami University 1998;M.B.A,Portland State University 2005 We must send clear messages to our state and federal elected Prior Governmental Experience:None. officials:We have had enough,restore the Republic,get back All human relationships that are not consensual to basics of government spelled out in the US Constitution. are unethical and immoral. State sovereignty - As a society we have strayed very far down a path of utilizing Our state must assert its tenth amendment rights. the tools of government for purposes beyond that which they Secure our borders were intendgd. The Federal Government has refused to enforce the law under the US Constitution in Article IV,Section 4.We must As your Governor I would do everything within the power of secure our own state borders. the office entrusted to me to end this abuse,stymie people who Limited government are using the system for profit and exploitation,and educate We need to reign in government spending and live within a , everyone who I meet what the proper role of government is. reasonable,sustainable budget.My choice is to lower taxes. I would be willing and'able to use the line item veto pen to I would immediately freeze government employees'salaries obliterate wasteful spending and insider deals in a manner that and freeze hiring any more state employees. anyone from the Democratic or Republican parties would never Company friendly'state dare because they are beholden to the people who fund them. We need to encourage businesses to stay in Oregon and oth- ers to come.Through over-taxation and fees we have driven Oregon needs a third-party governor to shake up the existing businesses away.This must stop! system of abuse,corruption and cronyism and protect the Restore our economy rights and equality of all people. There must be a balance between employment and the I am asking you to make a very difficult moral choice.To set environment.We must restore jobs that have been lost due-to aside this dangerous institution that has made you many false special interest groups.We can use environmentally-friendly,- promises,recognize the existing two Tulin common-sense methods in harnessing our resources.We p g 9 g parties as the con can secure our own state energy supplies through proven artists that they are,admit that they failed to deliver,and have methods producing clean power at a good economical return squandered our inheritance of an equitable society. to the consumer. Once you have made that difficult realization,that we have Life been conned and that this system is a lie and a waste,prom- Personhood begins at conception.Government must protect ised us equality but left us with a ruling class instead,choose and defend the lives of its citizens against harm.Govern- to never vote for them again. .ment must not encourage or fund any organization,public or Stop the Parasites;End the Abuse;Bring Home The Troops; private,that takes the life of the innocents. PIERS Reform Cure Oregon! I will aggressively pursue PERS reform in which current and www.cureoreg_Qn.org future benefits will fall in line with mainline retirement pack- ages.PIERS,if allowed to continue,will bankrupt this state Call This Number:503.719.8544 for More and then everyone will lose. Education (This information furnished by Wes Wagner For Governor.) I would seek to implement competition into the public school The above information has not been verified for accuracy by system through the expansion of charter schools and the State of Oregon. accountability at the local level of all schools. Check the Constitution Party statement in this pamphlet and go to gregkord.com for more information. (This information furnished by Gregory Kord.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Nonaffiliated(NAV)I Pacific Green Party(PGP)I Oregon Progressive Party(PRO)I The Oregon Republican Party(REP) Working Families Party of Oregon(WFP) State Treasurer State Treasurer Walter F Michael (Wait) Marsh Brown tv, Constitution (CON) Progressive (PRO) Occupation:Maintenance/ national restaurant chain Occupation:Volunteer Occupational Background: attorney,Consumer Justice Community Television Current Alliance,Oregon Consumer Affairs PFogram Host,tutor League.Received Oregon State , Bar Award for the Highest Level of Pro-Bono Service for"TOTAL HOURS OF PRO-BONO Educational Background:Institute on the Constitution SERVICES"and"LEGAL SERVICES TO THE POOR"(3/4/04). Prior Governmental-Experience:Issues lobbyist Oregon Occupational Background:Commander JAGC U.S.Navy Legislature (Ret.)(1944-70);volunteer WWII,Korea,Vietnam;public Imagine a Treasurer using his office to safeguard the financial defender,prosecutor,attorney for disabled servicemen. security of the citizenry rather than boosting agency budgets. Lewis&Clark Law School(1970-80)taught Consumer Law, Legal Ethics.Malheur County Counsel,Deputy D.A.(1989191). Imagine an Oregon Treasurer who is not merely an ATM Tree Farmer(1987-2007)(donated to Lincoln County,for all machine for Salem's big spenders. Oregonians,his reforested 185-acre farm on the Siletz River Imagine a Treasurer willing to say"NO!" It has been many as a no-hunting,no-logging,nature park). years since we have had a Treasurer willing to challenge the Educational Background:USC,B.A.,J.D.;Harvard Law spending inclinations of the Legislature and Governor.But, School(constitutional law);Boston University,M.A.(govern- we need one now! ment);U of O,M.L.S.Studied:Accounting,Money&Banking. Imagine a Treasurer who will not sign the check for... Phi Beta Kappa,Rhodes Scholar nominee. Prior Governmental Experience:U.S. Navy Judge;Oregon Taxpayer funded abortions State Senate(1975-87). • Golden parachute severances for criminally implicated officials Community Activities:Citizens for Tax Justice;Jobs With • Vacations disguised as business meetings Justice;Citizens Utility Board;Physicians for National Health State owned vehicles used for personal benefit Plan;VFW(life);Amnesty International;Metanoia Peace Imagine a Treasurer who will energetically argue for a return Community. to sound money backed by silver and gold as specified in the IMPROVE OREGON'S ECONOMY U.S.Constitution,article 1,section 10 Establish an Oregon State Bank.Use profits to invest in business start-ups,auto,home,educational,and personal I will ask hard questions while the legislature prepares the loans for Oregonians. next budget.If unsustainable financial promises are being Buy Oregon,demand state and local governments contract made that the taxpayers will be unable to fulfill then I should products and services with Oregon businesses. and I will refuse to sign the check for those expenditures until Export Oregon products,not,jobs. . they are brought into line with what is reasonable. Special taxes on corporations which outsource Oregon jobs. Many remedies have been offered for our current economic Make Oregon's income tax fair. crises but the appropriate first step.should be prayer with NO SALES TAX. repentance and hope that God will restore us. Demand legislature implement"State Power Development" required by Oregon's Constitution to establish Green Public !will seek fresh staff not only well trained in accounting but Power saving Oregonians millions each year, also capable in the field of financial analysis.I envision a state Lower health care costs by adopting Single Payer system. that is financially well run-not one lurching from budget Improved education equals more jobs,less crime,fewer crisis to budget crisis.My motto for public policy is LIFE, prisons. LIBERTY,LIMITED GOVERNMENT. Campaign finance reform. Please see the Constitution Party statement elsewhere in this $10 minimum wage. pamphlet. ENDORSEMENTS: (This information furnished by Michael Marsh.) Oregon Consumer League;Eastside Democratic Club;United Consumers of Oregon;A.L. "Skipper"Osborne,President The above information has not been verged for accuracy by Truth And Justice For All,former President Portland NAACP. the State of Oregon. "I see in the near future a crisis approaching...the money power of the.country will endeavor to prolong it's reign...until all wealth is aggregated in a few hands and the Republic is destroyed." --Abraham Lincoln,11/21/1864 (This information furnished by Committee of 1000 to Elect Walt Brown as Oregon State Treasurer.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Political Parties in Oregon:Constitution Party(CON)I Democratic Party of Oregon(DEM) Independent Party of Oregon(IND) Libertarian Party of Oregon(LBT) k^0 s:� State Treasurer State Treasurer 1 aly Chris , Ted `z Telfer Wheeler Republican (REP) Democrat(DEM) Working Families (WFP) Occupation:Certified Public 10, Accountant;State Senator Occupation•Oregon State Y � ' Treasurer Occupational Background: CPA;Community College occupational Background: Instructor Manager and Director;Copper �;. Educational Background. Mountain Trust Financial B.S.,Denver University;graduate studies,Franklin University, Services Company;small business owner University of Oregon. Educational Background:Stanford University(B.A.,Econom- Prior Governmental Experience:State Senator;Bend City ics);Columbia University(MBA);Harvard University(Master Council;Central Oregon Cities Organization;Economic of Public Policy). Development for Central Oregon;Chair,Bend-La Pine School Prior Governmental Experience:Chair and CEO,Multnomah District Budget Committee. County. Community Involvement:HealthMatters of Central Oregon; Community Service:Friends of Forest Park;Portland Mountain Meth Action Coalition;Treasurer,Episcopal Diocese of Eastern Rescue;Goose Hollow Family Shelter. . Oregon;Bend Chamber of Commerce;Rotary International. Personal:wife,Katrina;4-year old daughter. RESPONSIBLE MANAGEMENT The State Treasurer's Investment Division manages a portfo "From day one,I've focused on the numbers,taking a leader- lio valued at more than$68 billion dollars.That includes PERS ship role in Oregon's recovery,working to fix our economy assets,money for schools,and numerous other accounts. and develop a sustainable financial plan for Oregon." Chris Telfer has the background and knowledge to ensure New State Treasurer Ted Wheeler Oregonians get the best possible return on our money. As Treasurer,Ted has already shown strong leadership: "One thing Sen.Chris Telfer,(R-Bend),knows is her way • Treasury financed over$1 billion in infrastructure projects around numbers.A certified public accountant,the legislator across Oregon,to create thousands of Oregon jobs; has spent a lifetime working with budgets,taxes and the like." • Took on Wall Street banks to recover$29 million in mort- gage fraud; • The Bulletin,May 15,2009 . Reformed Treasury travel practices,making them more FIGHTING FOR TAXPAYERS accountable; Chris Telfer is a strong advocate for government transpar- • Negotiated$8 million in savings on investment fees; ency.Throughout her time in office she has fought for more • Re-launched the Oregon College Savings Plan with greater detailed accounting of tax dollars and public resources to accountability; hold government responsible and reduce over-spending. • Launched GuardYourMoney.org website to protect "Chris Telfer has taken on state bureaucrats to find out hove Oregonians from predatory lenders. much of our money agencies are holding in reserve accounts Ted Wheeler is a numbers guy who is using his background and slush funds.She's not afraid to ask tough questions and and financial experience to reform the Treasurer's office. challenge the status quo in Salem." In the private sector,Ted was a manager and director of an Oregon firm that safely managed over six billion dollars in Jason Williams,Taxpayer Association of Oregon PAC assets.As Multnomah County Chair,Ted balanced 3 tough QUALIFIED TO SERVE budgets,closed a$45 million deficit and paid down The Office of the State Treasurer manages over 13 million finan- $24 million in debt. cial transactions a year and sees over$120 billion flow through "Ted is investing millions of dollars in community banks that the office annually.As a CPA,Chris Telfer has the knowledge invest in Oregon jobs.That's just one of the reasons Oregon and training to responsibly oversee•these functions. businesses support Ted Wheeler." "Chris Telfer has the background and experience Tom Walsh to ensure our state's financial resources are well managed Join Us in Supporting Ted Wheeler: and properly safeguarded.She's made a successful career John R.Kroger,Attorney General of doing it for families and businesses and she's ready Oregon Nurses Association to do a great job as our Treasurer." Oregon State Fire Fighters Council Congressman Greg Walden American Federation of Teachers-Oregon(AFT-Oregon) CHRIS YELPER FOR STATE TREASURER Former State Treasurers Bill Rutherford,Randall Edwards Norma Paulus www.Chr!sTelfer.com William D.Thorndike,Jr. (This information furnished by Committee to Elect Chris Telfer.) Michael P.Holleeburg Lumber Products The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Oregon League of Conservation Voters the State of Oregon. SEIU For a complete list,visit www.TedWheeler.com (This information furnished by Friends of Ted Wheeler.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Nonaffiliated(NAV)I Pacific Green Party(PGP)I Oregon Progressive Party(PRO)I The Oregon Republican Party(REP)I Working Families Parry of Oregon(WFP) .. State Representative, 53rd District State Representative, 53rd District John Gene Huddle Whisnant Democrat (DEM) Republican (REP) Independent(IND) Occupation:State Representative Occupation:Adjunct faculty Occupational Background: .$ Occupational Background: Colonel,USAF;served in the Instructor in graduate school, Pentagon on Air Force staff r School Ps cholo gist,S ecial and in Office of Secretary of y g p Defense;served in command, Education Director,Special Education Teacher leadership,staff,and diplo- matic positions in Vietnam,Germany,and Yugoslavia Educational Background:EdD in General Administrative Educational Background:MA in International Affairs, Leadership,Vanderbilt University;M.A.T.in Educational University of Arkansas;BA in Journalism,University of North Therapy and Elementary Education,BA in Applied Behavioral Carolina at Chapel Hill Science,National College of Education. Prior Governmental Experience:NONE Prior Governmental Experience:State legislator since 2003 -Vice Chair of Judiciary&Education Committees;Ways& Not a Professional Politician but an Advocate for our Means Committee,Education&Public Safety subcommit- Community tees;Consumer Protection&Government Accountability Jobs not lip service Committee;former Republican whip and deputy whip;State The unemployment rate for Deschutes County tops 14%. Commission on Children&Families member;Education Restoring real sustainable jobs that have long-term viability Commission of the States commissioner;former chair of the to Central Oregon is my first priority. Deschutes County Commission on Children&Families and Deschutes County Republican Party Safer families We shouldn't have to hold our breath every time we take a Community Service: Homeless Leadership Council;military drive on Highway 97.We must stop drug lords who see our veteran organizations;Sunriver Board of Directors;Sunriver county as an easy access point for trafficking.Transportation Christian Fellowship Church;former youth sports coach and funding needs to come to us not Portland,so our highways PTA officer are safe for our families.Law enforcement needs the tools to Family: Married to Josie Coffey,4th generation Oregonian. keep our communities safe. Son,Todd;his wife,Melissa;and grandson,Colby live in NC. More health care solutions not problems Gene Whisnant As if we haven't said it enough but our families shouldn't be Common Sense Leadership with Honesty and Integrity one health care emergency away from financial ruin.We must I advocate for seniors,families and all constituents.1 believe rein in our system and protect those who matter most to us without breaking the bank! our students deserve a quality education.I support Oregon's natural resource industries and protection of our environment. Put the prdtection back in consumer protection I believe in: No more bailing out NYC corporations.Oregon families Individual freedoms and a free market economy shouldn't have to worry about consumer fraud.As your Effective,accountable,and frugal state government; representative I will stand up for consumers and small busi- Protecting the rights of property owners; ness owners that need financial stability,not the banks that Lower taxes,job creation and economic development to get bailed out. ensure stable funding for our education system; They were there for us,let's be there for them provide care for seniors,military veterans and As a veteran,I know first hand the issues and problems facing vulnerable citizens; our brave veterans:They deserve better east of the Cascades. expand public safety programs to fight meth,hold I'm the one who can work with them to meet their needs. criminals accountable; "Somewhere along the way politicians stopping working for address illegal immigration;and lock-up sexual us.Let's stand up to them.As an advocate for all people in predators. our community I'll start a new tradition of working for us in I have a record of passing bi-partisan legislation resulting Deschutes County rather than those in Salem. "-John Huddle from my legislative experience and professional relationships (This information furnished by John Huddle.) with all members.I am proud to be an architect of Oregon's "rainy day"fund and"taxpayers'transparency"website. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Oregonians deserve leadership which will protect the inter- the State of Oregon. ests of our citizens and taxpayers. Sincerely,honestly,and with respect-- Gene Whisnant (This information furnished by Gene Whisnant.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Political Parties in Oregon:Constitution Party(CON) Democratic Party of Oregon(DEM)I Independent Party of Oregon(IND) Libertarian Party of Oregon(LBT) ..rye IM .,,_ ,{, / 4; /49 br; • - STA R vy x s • / • 3 s., ORESTAR The Oregon Elections System forTracking and Reporting is a web based electronic filing system 4; for elections information in Oregon. 6 Search ORESTAR Search ORESTAR for political committees registeredd° in Oregon, campaign finance information filed by political committees, and candidacy filings for candidates running for state office. Search ORESTAR's public search by clicking on the ORESTAR link at: oregonvotes.org 5 Nonaffiliated(NAV) Pacific Green Party(PGP) Oregon Progressive Party(PRO) The Oregon Republican Party(REP) Working Families Party of Oregon(WFP) ,...n, rec. 's .nx.. ''� y� .a'a ..> .•,,,:.x. State Representative, 54th District State Representative, 54th District Jason Mike N I Conger Kozak Republican (REP) Nonaffiliated (NAV) Independent (IND) Occupation:Businessman, Occupation:Attorney President of Kozak Company, Occu ational Back round: President of Computerized P 9 Property Management Small business owner,teacher, Occu ational Back round: carpenter P 9 Small business owner,media- Educational Background:A.A., tor,seminar instructor, College of the Redwoods;B.A.,Humboldt State University; Past President Oregon Association of Realtors. J.D.,Harvard Law School Educational Background: 1970 Bachelor of Architecture, Prior Governmental Experience:Law Clerk,US Department of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.1972 Master of Architecture, Justice;Congressional Aide University of Oregon Community Service:Trinity Lutheran Church and School,North Prior Governmental Experience:Bend City Council 1984-1993; Coast Small Business Development Center,former Rotarian Mayor of Bend 1989;Central Oregon Economic Development JASON CONGER FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE Council Advisory Board FOCUSED ON JOB CREATION "What I see in Salem is a huge amount of partisan bickering "Our local economy is struggling like never before. and not a lot of productivity.Both parties have been unable Jason Conger will work to lower taxes and create to stop the growth of state government.The professional tax incentives for businesses that create new jobs. politicians fight too much and have left the state in the worst That's what Central Oregon needs right now." condition it has ever been in"Mike Kozak Tom Greene,Bend City Councilor,Realtor Oregon needs a dose of good business sense.The govern- CONTROLLING SPENDING ment needs to"Do more with less"just like you and I have "Jason Conger recognizes that government doesn't need more done in our lives and businesses in the last 3 years.Govern- tax money,but needs to spend what it has more efficiently. ment can never be a business but it can be run more like one. He'll rein in spending to protect funding for critical programs I see three solutions: like schools,public safety,and services for families in need." First,we must control state government's growth,state State Senator Chris Telfer spending and taxes.We need to review the entire structure of PROMOTING RENEWABLE ENERGY our state administration,get rid of antiquated boards and out- "Jason Conger believes Oregon should become a leader in dated services.We need to cut budgets and provide services renewable energy so we can create new jobs for local fami- by becoming more efficient.Oregon citizens and Oregon lies,protect our environment,and break our dependence on businesses already pay enough taxes. I support eliminating foreign oil.I've worked with Jason on these issues and know measures 66&67 and studying the elimination of the income he means what he says." tax.Our current model does not work. Bill Taylor,PV Trackers Second,we must provide the environment for more private OPPORTUNITY THROUGH EDUCATION sector jobs to be developed.The state government's anti "Jason Conger is a self-made success story.He started business and development attitude needs to be changed.We working at 16 and worked from junior college through must provide tax breaks for small businesses.Small busi- Harvard Law School while raising a family.Jason nesses are the number one creator of new jobs.Lets get back understands the importance of education in providing to producing products in Oregon. everyone an equal opportunity to succeed." Finally,we must prioritize the financing of K-12 education, Roger Bean,Retired Teacher and finance our higher education systems in Oregon. FRESH IDEAS Let's get it done together.Change only happens when we act. "Like many of us,Jason is disappointed in the old,worn out ideas coming out of Salem.That's why he helped launch'Ideas (This information furnished by Mike Kozak.) for Central Oregon'to engage our community in developing new, The above information has not been verified for accuracy by innovative ideas to strengthen our economy and create jobs." the State of Oregon. Gladys Biglor,Ideas for Central Oregon ENDORSED BY Oregon Farm Bureau Federation National Federation of Independent Business/Oregon Oregon Business Association Jeff Eager,Bend City Councilor Les Stiles,Sheriff(Ret.)Deschutes County Oregon JASON CONGER MAKING OREGON STRONGER www.congerfororegon.com (This information furnished by Jason Conger.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Political Parties in Oregon:Constitution Party(CON)I Democratic Party of Oregon(OEM) Independent Party of Oregon(IND)I Libertarian Party of Oregon(LBT) F Yr a x a. k .,'^,:3 a 3'i,� .9,.kY .!,,��,e.... •,. . State Representative, 54th District State Representative, 55th District Judy Mike Stiegler McLane Democrat.(DEM) Republican (,REP) Working Families (WFP) Democrat(DEM) Occupation:State Representa- Occupation:Attorney;Major, tive;Small Business Owner Oregon Air National Guard. F: Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Director,CASA of Central _ Publishing CompanyCEO�Author. Oregon;Family Law Attorney. Educational Background:J.D., Educational Background:University of Oregon,B.S.,1975; Lewis and Clark Law School;B.S.,Agricultural Resource Northwestern School of Law,J.D.,1978 Economics,Oregon State University;Condon High School. Prior Governmental Experience:Bend-La Pine School Board; Prior Governmental Experience:Circuit Court Judge,pro Oregon State Board of Education;National Association of State -tem;Law Clerk,Oregon Supreme Court,US Attorney's Office; Boards of Education;Oregon Government Ethics Commission. Special Prosecutor. JUDY STIEGLER Military Experience:Staff Judge Advocate,Kingsley Field, Keep Her Working For Bend 173rd Fighter Wing;Judge-Advocate,142nd Fighter Wing,41st Keeping Bend Open For Business, Infantry Brigade. The recession hit local families especially hard.Judy's top ABOUT MIKE McLANE priority is to create jobs and protect small businesses.She Mike grew up in Condon,Oregon,active in 4-H,FFA,and knows government needs to tighten its belt just like our sports.He worked what and cattle ranches and the family families do. alfalfa farm.Today,Mike lives with his wife and three children on a small farm in Crook County.Mike serves on the • Voted to cut government spending by$2 billion. Prineville/Crook County Economic Development Advisory Board. • Stopped the proposed beer tax because it would have hurt WE CAN BRING BACK OREGON local breweries. • Fought to increase available capital for local businesses and BRING BACK JOBS cut red tape for start-up business financing. We must use our resources for economic growth.Hard work • Supports capital gains cuts for reinvestment in Oregon creates jobs,not higher taxes,new regulations,and govern- businesses. ment bailouts.Successful businesses,mills,farms,and • Supports auditing government agencies to eliminate waste. ranches build our economy. Bringing People Together For Common Sense Solutions BRING BACK EDUCATION Judy understands what makes Bend a wonderful place to live, Our kids need a quality education.Parents and taxpayers work,and raise a family.She knows we can have a strong count on schools to achieve high academic standards and economy and a clean environment if we work together. safeguard hard-earned tax dollars. • Preserved wildlife habitat and recreation on the Skyline BRING BACK SENSIBLE GOVERNMENT Forest while creating jobs through sustainable timber We need local control over our water and resources,not harvests. bigger government i!h Salem spending,regulating,and taxing • Supports creating jobs by retrofitting our schools and more.We need regional solutions that work in Prineville, public buildings to make them more energy efficient. Eagle Point,Gilchrist and Lakeview. Standing Up for Bend ENDORSED BY: Judy has spent a lifetime fighting for quality education,public Doug Whitsett,State Senator safety,and protection for our children. Steve H-3rper,Former State Senator Ed Caleb,Klamath County District Attorney • Stopped Salem politicians from closing OSU Cascades. Tim Eviiiger,Klamath County Sheriff • Secured increased funding for COCC. Rodd Clark,Crook County Sheriff • Demanded stronger enforcement and training on child- Mike M�Cabe,Crook County Judge abuse reporting laws. Eleanor a:nd Jim Lynch,Lakeview • Expanded healthcare for 80,000 children. Hank Rademacher,Eagle Point • Will continue to protect funding for K-12 schools. Jonathan Bilden,Eagle Point Endorsed by: Oregon AFSCME Council 75 Independent.Electrical Contractors of Oregon U.S.Senator Ron Wyden Oregorn Anti-Crime Alliance PAC Oregon State Fire Fighters Council Oregon Forest Industries Council Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance PAC Associated Oregon Loggers Oregon State Police Officers Association/Trooper PAC, Oregr)n Cattlemen's Association Oregon Council of Police Associations AG-PAC Oregon Nurses Association Or•�-gon Farm Bureau Oregon Building Trades Council Stand for Children yearn more at: 'Oregon Small Business For Responsible Leadership www.VoteMcLane.com (This information furnished by State Representative.Judy Stiegler.) (This information furnished by Committee to Elect Mike McLane.) The above information has not been verged for accuracy by The above information has not been verified for,accuracy by the State of Oregon. the State of Oregon. Nonaffiliated(NAV)I Pacific Green Party(PGP)I Oregon Progressive Party(PRO)I The Oregon Republican Parhl(REP)I Working Families Party of Oregon(WFP) ��C,�� yn-y. �v�'.,{ �`�i� � ,>,,, � :,,x� F ,,,,, ,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,.... ..?, ., _�,m, .v&•r....,,,,. s��,n-emu .�X<.� a-x State Representative, 59th District State Representative, 59th District Will a John E s s B oett ner Huffman - Democrat (DEM) _ Republican (REP) Working Families (WFP) Independent(IND) Occupation:Water Resources Occupation:State Representa- Geologist/Small Business tive,Commercial Property Owner Developer/Owner Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Geologist;Vice President for Legislator;Radio Station Air Force Programs at CH2MHILL,Inc;Executive Director, Owner;Small Business Developer/Owner;Ford Dealership Oregon Paleo Lands Institute;Senior Program Manager; Manager;Military Police US Army. Defense Programs Manager;Research Scientist Educational Background:High School Graduate,some college. Educational Background:B.A.History/Geology,University of Prior Governmental Experience:Chamber Economic Texas;Post Graduate studies in Geology Development Committee;Oregon Investment Board;House Prior Governmental Experience:Fossil City Councilman; Committees on Education,Human Services,Vice-Chair of Chair,Wheeler County Planning Commission;Wheeler Workforce Development,Ways&Means Sub-Committee County Commission on Children and Families;Condon Cham- on Transportation and Economic Development;Green Jobs ber of Commerce;John Day River Economic Development Council;Workforce Investment Board;On-Line Learning Task Committee;Eastern Oregon Visitors Association Force;House Deputy Whip. Community Commitment:Volunteer Firefighter and EMT, Jobs Scoutmaster;Oregon Community Foundation Regional Action Private business has always been the economic engine. Initiative Group;Wheeler County Community Schools Board Remove government interference,over-regulation and high As a volunteer firefighter and EMT,Will Boettner doesn't just taxes and allow Oregon businesses and entrepreneurs to put go to meetings about helping Oregonians;he actually works Oregon back to work.As a small business owner,I under- to save lives and property. stand what it takes to create jobs. Boettner knows from experience that there are no political Fiscal Responsibili parties on a wildland fire,only dedicated,committed people We cannot spend our way to prosperity.I've been saying that working together.That's the kind of representative we need in Oregon doesn't have a revenue problem,we have a spending the legislature.Will knows that,until we elect people willing problem.We must control and prioritize spending.Begin our and able to work together for Oregon,nothing important will budgeting at zero and stop automatically increasing budgets. get done. I've consistently voted against wasteful spending and the dangerous practice of over-borrowing. Education and economic growth Limited Government Families come first.Boettner knows that strong schools and I believe the growth and overreaching control of government has communities are essential for Oregon's growth,economy, caused many Oregonians to question the direction we're headed, and quality of life.This year,Will worked to get more than and they say"Enough!"A serious conversation has begun $450,000 awarded to central Oregon community schools... regarding the size and reach of government,at every level. and he's not even in the legislature yet! Investing in education Personal Freedoms will guarantee a stronger Oregon. You know what's best for you,your family and property,not Control Spending lawmakers and agencies in Salem.From how and where to Unfortunately,Oregon's budget process is out of control spend your money W educating your kids,the freedom to Running multi-million dollar programs taught Boettner the choose should be yours. importance of budgets based on real facts.We need a budget Endorsed And Trusted B� based on critical needs. Congressman Greg Walden;Senator Ted Ferrioli;Roger Beyer,AG-PAC Chairman(which includes Loggers,Cattlemen, Making tough decisions to represent voters and not special interests Wheat Growers,Fruit Growers,Nurseries,etc.);Oregon Forest Industries Council;Associated Builders and Contractors, We now have state representatives wlto have forgotten Pacific Northwest Chapter;Independent Electrical Contractors that the needs of the citizens come first."(Jur incumbent of Oregon;Oregon Right to Life PAC;Oregon Nurses politicians cannot begin to solve Oregon's budget problems Association;Oregon AFSCME Council 75;Oregon Farm because they are too closely tied to so many different special Bureau Federation;Associated Oregon Industries;Oregon interests.When you accept an endorsement from a group,you State Police Officers'Association;Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance must support their goals or you lied to them".-Will Boettner PAC;Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association;and more. (This information furnished by Commitf6.v to Elect Will Boettner.) Vote Representative John Huffman.www.votehuffman.com. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by (This information furnished by Committee to Elect the State of Oregon. John E.Huffman.) The above information has not been verged for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Political Parties in Oregon:Constitution Party(COw)1 Democratic Party of Oregon(DEM)i Independent Party of Oregon(IND)I Libertarian Party of Oregon(LBT) } �ifIi�9F Y'`Yf .sSY CrW i�Ela'[eS��I�TC>11{'>� W P3 qfe Judge of the Court of Appeals, Position 2 Judge of the Circuit Court, 11th District,Position 6 Rebecca A Wells B Duncan Ashby Nonpartisan Nonpartisan p ` Occupation:Judge,Oregon Occupation:Prosecutor:Trial Court of Appeals Team Supervisor,Deschutes County District Attorney's Occupational Background: Office. R Assistant Chief Defender and Deputy Defender,Office of Occupational Background: Public Defense Services '`< Prosecutor,Defense Attorney, Appellate Division(2000-2010); Civil Litigator,Adolescent Trial Attorney,Metropolitan Public Defender(1996-2000); Treatment Counselor--Oregon,Idaho,Colorado. Extern,U.S.State Department,Office of the Legal Adviser, Educational Background:J.D.,University of Colorado Law Office of Law Enforcement and Intelligence(Fall 1995); School;B.A.cum laude,University of Colorado. Intern,Metropolitan Public Defender(Summer 1995);Intern, Walworth County District Attorney's Office(Summer 1994) Prior Governmental Experience:Bend-La Pine School Board: Director,Member Budget and Boundary Advisory Commit- Educational Background:University of Michigan Law School, tees;Chamber of Commerce--Leadership Bend;City Club; JD(1993-1996);University of Wisconsin-Madison,BA(1992- Juvenile Justice Council 1993);Reed College(1989-1991);Catholic Central.High School, Diploma(1985-1989) Family:Native Oregonian and married father of four. Prior Governmental Experience:Assistant Chief Defender Wells Ashby has practiced law for fourteen years.He has and Deputy Defender,Office'of Public Defense Services- practiced in civil law,defense,and,for the past eight years, Appellate Division;Member=Legislative Work Group on as a prosecutor of child sexual abuse,assault,murder, Crime Victims'Rights Implementation business fraud and other major crimes.He is committed to REBECCA DUNCAN FOR OREGON COURT OF APPEALS: community safety. EXPERIENCED.DEDICATED.FAIR. As a prosecutor and supervisor,Ashby is responsible for 3500 cases annually in the D.A.'s Office,has reduced court EXPERIENCED backlogs,launched a volunteer prosecution program at no Before joining the Court of Appeals,Judge Duncan worked as cost to taxpayers,and is working to establish Deschutes a trial and appellate attorney,handling cases involving novel County's first veteran's court. and complex legal issues.She is a leader and an educator; she has served on the executive boards of the Oregon State PROVEN CANDIDATE:MAY 2010 PRIMARY WINNER Bar's Criminal Law and Constitutional Law sections,and she "Ashby is our choice for Deschutes County judge.He is has frequently lectured on appellate,criminal,and constitu- an expert in court and a proven prosecutor tional law. in major crimes cases. DEDICATED Redmond Police Officers'Association Judge Duncan went to law school to pursue a public service ...Ashby would be the better judge of the two men, career,and she is honored to have had the opportunity to we believe....For one thing,almost all his legal career has do so first as an attorney and,now,as a judge.She is deeply been spent in public safety,a plus for a judge in a court that committed to ensuring that the justice system is accessible to spends well over half its time on criminal matters....Ashby all and faithful to the rule of law.Judge Duncan is consden- brings a depth of community awareness to the job that Hill tious and hard working.She uses her knowledge,experience, simply cannot match." and energy to serve the court and the citizens of the state. The Bulletin,3/23/10 FAIR "We think Ashby has the clearest vision for the judicial Judge Duncan approaches each case with an open mind. system and its relationship with the community." She carefully considers the issues that come before her and The Source Weekly,4/29/10 decides them on their merits.She is dedicated to fulfilling her responsibilities as a judge in a manner worthy of the trust and EXPERIENCED,TOUGH,FAIR respect of Oregonians. "Ashby will be an outstanding Deschutes County (This information furnished by Committee to Retain Judge Circuit Court judge." Rebecca Duncan.) Judge Lindi Baker "We support Ashby for judge.He is a formidable prosecutor The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. and champion of crime victims'rights." Crime Victims United ADDITIONAL ENDORSEMENTS: Redmond Police Officers'Association Stephen Campbell,Josephine County District Attorney Grant Loebs,Twin Falls County Prosecuting Attorney Central Oregon Association of Realtors www.welisashby.com (This information furnished by Committee to Elect Wells Ashby.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the State of Oregon. Nonaffiliated(NAV) Pacific Green Party(PGP) Oregon Progressive Party(PRO)I The Oregon Republican Party(REP)I Working Families Party of Oregon(WFP) Constitution Party DearVoter, The Constitution Party of Oregon asks you to join us in honoring God,defending the family,and seeking to restore our Republic. (Our candidates take the oath of office to support the Constitution seriously.They also take the Bible on which they place their hand seriously;they are God-fearing individuals.)We are not a sectarian religious political party.We merely accept the sblf-revident concept that our rights come from our Creator,not from our government.Our nominees pledge to uncompromisingly work for the implementation of the following seven principles: Life:We believe in Divine Providence and recognize our Creator as the author of human life.Thus we believe in the absolute sanc- tity of human life.The first duty of civil government is the protection of innocent human life from conception until natural death, no exceptions.When government sanctions abortion,then all live are at risk. Liberty:Far from granting license to'do whatever we want,true liberty comes from God and real freedom is born of self-govern- ment.With James Madison,we assert the precious American ideal which set our country apart from other nations..."we have staked the whole future of American Civilization,not upon the power of government,far from it.We have staked the whole future ...upon the capacity of each of us to govern ourselves,according to the ten commandments of God" Family:Our Creator set in place the family as the first divinely instituted form of Government.It is the duty of civil government to recognize and protect the authority of the family unit.When the state usurps the family's authority,the hearts of the children are turned to the state,rather than to the fathers.Such socialist actions deny the created order and harm our communities. . Property:We believe that the right of individuals to own and steward their property is God-given;established in such command- ments as"Thou shalt not steal"and"Thou shalt not covet"We encourage private generosity,but oppose the forced transfer of one's wealth to others by the state.We believe that the loss of'external'property rights leads to the loss of'internal'rights of personal conscience.It was James Madison who said,"Conscience is the most sacred of all property." The U.S.Constitution:In these United States,the Constitution established a representative federal republic—which represents the sovereignty of the people under God over the state.Our founders purposed that the Constitution would uphold those ideals expressed in our Declaration of Independence,as the law of the land,and limit the power and scope of the federal government. Limited,Local Government:Our desire is to return the federal g overnment to its constitutional boundaries.The loth amendment in our Bill of Rights strictly limits the federal government to those jurisdictions specifically stated within the Constitution.As a principle,our founders sought to ensure the duties of civil government always be performed at the lowest possible level.Local elected officials and clerks are more directly accountable to the people. American Sovereignty:We are firmly committed to the protection of our borders,our trade and our common defense.We believe that America is to be the friend of liberty everywhere,but the guarantor and provisioner of ours alone.-We oppose.membership in the United Nations and any other treaty or affiliation that attempts to assert authority over our Constitution or bypass our sovereign citizens'constitutionally elected representatives. If you don't like being taxed to police the world while our own borders are unprotected,losing our jobs to other nations because of environmentalist nonsense and government regulations,having your rights trampled and your property confiscated,or being exposed to God's wrath on our nation because it condones the shedding of innocent blood and rampant moral perversion,vote for your Constitution Party candidates.For more information on our party,go to our website:www.constitutionpartyoregon.org or,contact Chairman Jack Brown at(541)474-9343. (This information fumished by Constitution Party of Oregon.) � ""°y ' .. >.° t��' ,:a.x,xn ....,.z,.ay as„� ,a s ,° °.. _; ;rnr, Democratic Party Vote Democrat! We need your vote to make the difference in this election. This year it is critical that we elect our Democratic Candidates for Governor and StateTreasurer and keep our Democratic majori ties in the Oregon Legislature and the U.S.Congress.We also have many important local races on the ballot.All of these races are key in protecting the quality of life and the environment in Oregon that we all value. The Democratic Candidate y.Bein ea native Oregonian,an he has and a deep necessary understanding of he complexities of our shat a d that ensure Oregon's economic recovery. 9 g transformational changes in education,public finance,health care,energy,and community development will bring about the economic recovery that we need. lthcare is essential for all Oregonians and we are proud that our Legislature was success- Democrats recognize that affordable hea e to elect Democrats to the U.S.Congress who will continue working ful in insuring all of Oregon's children.We need to continu with President Obama to ensure that everyone has access to affordable health insurance. We understand that the future of our children and of Oregon's economy depends on investing in education,in order to do this we need to elect strong,experienced Democrats at the state and local level who will invest in our schools.We need a Democratic Gov- ernor with experience and ideas for transforming Oregon's public education system to help our children learn and get resources to the areas where they will be the most effective. We need your help to win these critical elections by becoming a Precinct Committee Person or volunteer. Together we can make a difference for. • Jobs by creating economic fairness and family wage jobs that are available to all Oregonians. • Education by investing in our schools to create a highly skilled,educated,and well-trained workforce. • Health Care by supporting affordable,accessible health care that works for everyone. ccountability,honesty,and openness at all levels of government. • Honest Leadership&Open Government by restoring a able alternatives to fossil fuels;and protecting our public lands and • Our Environment by investing in conservation,sustain resources for generations to come. • Retirement Security by protecting Oregonians'right to retire with dignity and security. • National Security by continuing to rebuild our credibility at home and abroad,getting out of debt,and protecting our civil liberties. On behalf of the Democratic Party of Oregon,thank you.We look forward to your involvement in the Democratic team. Respectfully,Meredith Wood Smith,Chair,Democratic Party of Oregon To learn more about how you can help us win'contact us: 232 NE 9th Ave.,Portland,OR 97232 Phone:(503)224-8200,Fax:(503)224-5335,info doo oro Paid for by the Democratic Party of Oregon.Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee. www doo.ora (This information furnished by Democratic Party of Oregon.) ,ru`f� s ;.r�,'i,w Ne' `SP �, :•.. Ow � y � �`" �F� RF 'ie .. ,�, .5�-.3;s�K..., , 3. Independent Party INDEPENDENT PARTY OF OREGON THE"TWO-PARTY SYSTEM" IS BROKEN AND IS BREAKING OUR ECONOMY,OUR JOBS,AND OUR GOVERNMENT. GRIDLOCK IN WASHINGTON AND SALEM MEANS WE CAN'T GET COMMON SENSE SOLUTIONS FORTHE COMMON GOOD. We need to get big money out of politics. We are Oregon's third largest political party,with more than 58,000 new members since 2007 We do not follow"ideology" Instead,we support candidates from across the political spectrum who are committed to the principle that the basic instruments of our democracy--the elections process,the Legislature,and the initiative and referendum--should be in the hands of We the People rather than the special interests that now control government in Oregon. Hasso Hering,editor of the Albany Democrat-Herald,on June 10,2010,described our platform: These ideas have in common that they favor state politics in which the average citizens gain influence and the special interests especially the interests with lots of money have Iess.The details are open to debate,but thats not a bad program for which to campaign. NEW WAY OF CHOOSING CANDIDATES Vote for candidates with Independent(or IND) after their names on the ballot. Instead of having a convention of insiders,we held an online election where all Independent Parry members selected nominees for 60 offices from a field of candidates including Independents,Democrats,Republicans,Greens,and Libertarians who sought our nominations.We offered the widest choice of candidates of any primary in Oregon history. No minor party in Oregon has ever conducted a primary election before.No party of any description in Oregon,major or minor,has conducted an election via the Internet.No Oregon party has ever' conducted a primary election at its own expense.The Independent Party of Oregon is currently doing all three.The experiment could change both elections and politics in the state and beyond. The Eugene Register-Guard editorial,July 11,2010 In some cases you'll see the Independent(or IND)label along with the name of another party which nominated that candidate. This is called"cross-nomination" Everyone with our label won the Independent Party primary election. NEW WAY OF SET71NGTHE AGENDA IN SALEM Our agenda is determined by our members.In the summer 2010 survey,they said: 1. Stop the revolving-door payoffs by prohibiting high-ranking state officials from taking jobs with industries that they regulated for 5 years. 2.Amend the Oregon Constitution to limit campaign contributions by corporations,unions,big money personal donors,and entities that do business with state government. 3. Provide tax credits for businesses that hire Oregon workers. 4.Regulate insurance premium rate hikes. See the other top priorities and add your own at indparty.com/2010survey. NEW WAY OF DOINGTHE PEOPLE'S BUSINESS We expect Independent Party candidates to work cooperatively to solve problems,free from special interests and corrupting cash. If the candidates fail to deliver,the members will reject them in the next election. One of these days,voters who refuse to be called Democrats or Republicans may become the majority of the electorate.When that day comes,the state's unfair and unjust approach to parry elections will end. Hasso Hering,Albany Democrat-Herald editorial, July 13,2010 VOTE.THINK.BE.INDEPENDENT. www.indparty.com (This information furnished by Independent Party of Oregon.) Pacific Green Party The Pacific Green Party of Oregon offers a new voice,working to decentralize political and economic power and provide better governance. We stand for peace,justice,basic human equality,self determination and an ecologically sustainable society. PACIFIC GREENS FILL A VITAL NEED FOR A MEANINGFUL OPPOSITIONTO WAR Despite winning the 2008 election with an anti-war mandate,the Administration's policies are clear: To keep funding the war in Afghanistan,with no end in sight, To maintain the occupation of Iraq,using thousands of"private contractors" (mercenaries)while neglecting the reconstruction of that war-torn country, To inflame relations with Iran,through our unilateral military support for Israel,which continues to plan an attack on that nation, To limit our civil liberties in the name of fighting terrorism,a problem wiser foreign policy would solve by itself. THE PACIFIC GREEN PEACE SLATE WILL NEVER SUPPORT AGGRESSOR NATIONS IN WORLD CONFLICTS.WE OPPOSE ANY FIRST STRIKE ON IRAN AND SUPPORT MEANINGFUL DIPLOMACYTO RESOLVETHE NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION ISSUE. If you voted against war in 2008,ask yourself:Was my vote simply wasted by picking one of the same two parties that alternate in power? With the Pacific Green Party's Peace Slate,Oregonians have the chance to send a powerful message: ENDTHE WARS INTHE MIDDLE EAST! All Pacific Green Candidates in the Peace Slate support: • Ending the empire building and the permanent war that comes with it. • Channeling our nation's resources toward investment in renewable energy,conserving natural resources that belong to all generations of Americans,present and future. • Changing the tax structure to counter the expanding gap between rich and poor. • Providing universal health care with an emphasis on prevention and wellness • Rebuilding our crumbling road and transit systems with sustainable,energy efficient infrastructure that conserves time,fuel and land. • Reforming our election system,strengthening participatory democracy and supporting community-based economics. PACIFIC GREENS OPPOSE LNG AND WORKTO REDUCE CLIMATE CHANGE The Pacific Green Parry is against siting liquified Natural Gas(LNG)terminals and pipelines in Oregon.We don't believe build- ing more fossil fuel infrastructure will help end petroleum dependence.Oregon doesn't need the gas and doesn't deserve to be simply a supply route for California.LNG is seismically vulnerable,potentially explosive and unsightly. PACIFIC GREENS WORK TO FIX A BROKEN ELECTION SYSTEM THAT FAVORS THE INCUMBENTS AND THE SPECIAL INTERESTS THAT FINANCE THEIR CAMPAIGNS. The Pacific Green Party recognizes that in an entrenched two-party system where a plurality wins,third party candidates are often seen as"spoilers"and discouraged,from running.Sometimes the incumbent advantage in campaign finance further narrows the field--to only a single candidate!Oregon voters have already approved two solutions: • Instant Runoff Voting--to allow all voices to be heard and voted for,while insuring majority rule. • Campaign Finance Reform--to break the power of those who donate to incumbents as a way to gain undue influence. GREEN VALUES ARE INTERNATIONAL There are Greens Parties worldwide,some sharing power or holding cabinet positions.The Four Pillars of the Green Movement are: Ecological Wisdom--Social and Economic Justice Grassroots Democracy--Peace and Nonviolence Green-minded Oregonians founded the Pacific Party in 1992,after the first US war in the Middle East.An affiliate of the Green Party of the US,it is now officially known as the Pacific Green Parry of Oregon.Registered Greens are currently elected or appointed to over a dozen non-partisan offices and positions across Oregon,putting ideas into action on local school boards,city councils and commissions.Statewide,Greens qualify-for partisan races because thousands of voters designate Pacific Green as their party--please register Pacific Green! VOTE PACIFIC GREEN FOR PEACE www.pacificgreens.org/ (This information furnished by Pacific Green Party of Oregon.) NMI- Progressive Party PROGRESSIVE PARTY CANDIDATES Walt Brown State Treasurer Rick Staggenborg U.S.Senate Chris Henry - U.S.House of Representatives,1st District Michael Meo U.S.House of Representatives,3rd District Peter DeFazio U.S.House of Representatives,4th District Chris Lugo U.S.House of Representatives,5th District Vote for Candidates with"Progressive"or"PRO"next to their names. The Peace Party of Oregon was formed by voter petition in 2008: We changed the name from Peace Party to Progressive Parry to reflect a broader agenda: economic justice,human rights,environmental protection,and grassroots democracy,as well as avoiding military adventurism. We are vyr different from the Establishment parties. Democratic Republican Progressive Oppose Wall Street bailouts NO NO ' YES End wars in Iraq and Afghanistan NO NO YES Oppose use of mercenaries NO NO YES Cut military spending NO NO YES Single Payer comprehensive health care NO NO YES Equal rights for all;same-sex marriage NO NO YES Real campaign finance reform NO NO YES Increase minimum wages to living wages NO NO YES Oppose NAFTA&W70;encourage local sourcing of products and services NO NO YES Oppose spying on American civilians NO NO YES End occupation of Palestine NO NO YES Oppose offshore drilling NO NO YES Clean energy;no nuclear NO NO YES Repair,improve infrastructure(transportation,water systems,etc.) NO 'NO YES End the drug war NO NO YES End"corporate personhood" NO NO YES OREGONISSUES 1. We have worked for real campaign finance reform,not the phony bills promoted by the Democrats and Republicans,both of which opposed the 2006 Oregon campaign finance reform ballot measures. 2.We want a State Bank to invest in jobs for Oregonians and to stop the State Treasurer and the Oregon Investment Council from jumping into bed with corporate raiders and fast-buck artists who lavish luxury travel and gifts on State employees. 3.We want fair taxation.Oregon has the 4th highest income taxes of any state on lower-income working families and is still at the bottom in taxes on corporations. 4.We want to stop government promotion of gambling(including video poker and video slots)and stop giving away $100 million per year in ridiculously high commissions to shops with video machines. 5.We want to make the initiative and referendum again available to grass-roots efforts,instead of making it so complicated and expensive that only corporations and unions can afford to use it. 6.We want to improve K-12 public education by giving parents and teachers more rights to manage their neighborhood schools. 7 We want social justice systems that,are inclusive and that promote responsibility,safety,trust-building and equality. 8..We advocate abolishing the Oregon Senate,leaving the 60-member Oregon House of Representatives.Splitting the Legisla- ture into two bodies allows both of them to play games and avoid responsibility. (This information furnished by Progressive Party.) Republican Party THE OREGON REPUBLICAN PARTY WWW OREGONREPUBLICANPARTY.ORG It's time for new leadership in our state and our nation.Time to elect leaders who are accountable to voters-and not afraid to stand up to the status quo and make tough decisions in the best interest of Oregonians. After trillions of dollars in stimulus spending,bail-outs,and new government programs,Oregon's unemployment rate is still 10% and our per capita income is drastically below the national average.Oregon's state spending is spiraling out of control with a $1 billion shortfall projected for the current budget cycle.This is unacceptable.Oregonians deserve better. Republicans will put Oregon on the right track by ridding our government of wasteful spending and building an environment that welcomes job creation.We have nominated the strongest possible slate of candidates in 2010.They are ready to lead Oregon to prosperity by supporting our small businesses and promoting individual responsibility and liberty: • JIM HUFFMAN for US Senator www.huffmanforsenate.com • CHRIS DUDLEY for Governor wwwchriAudley.com • CHRISTELFER forTreasurer wwwchristelfercom • ROB CORNILLES: 1 st Congressional District www.comillesforcongress.com • GREG WALDEN:2nd Congressional District www waldgnforcongress.com • DELIA LOPEZ:3rd Congressional District www.dlope-zf-Qmonaress.com • ART ROBINSON:4th Congressional District www artrobinsonforcongress com • SCOTT BRUUN:5th Congressional District wwwjoinscott.com Electing more Republicans to the State House and State Senate will stop more job-killing taxes,stop more unsustainable spending and help us pass a pro-jobs agenda.For more information,visit wwwomgonhouserepublicans org and www.theleadershipfund.com WWW OREGONREPUBLICANPARTY.ORG JOIN USI RESTORING PROSPERITY AND FREEDOM BEGINS WITHTHESETHREE STEPS! 1. Endorse OurTicketl Visit our website to endorse our Republican ticket in 20101 2.Send a message to Salem and Washington D.C.that you are fed up with out-of-touch politicians wasting your tax dollars! Switch your party registration to Republican! 3.Volunteer! at one of our Victory Centers to help remind supporters to cast their ballot! If you would like more information about the Oregon Republican Party or would like to get more involved with the GOP in Oregon, please contact our state party headquarters at(503)595-8881,e-mail info @oraoo ora or visit our website at WWW OREGONREPUBLICANPARTY.ORG BobTiernan Chairman,Oregon Republican Party 503-595-8881 PO Box 25406,Portland,Oregon 97289 (This information furnished by Oregon Republican Party.) i oY.Y yy Y?� S'. � b ''. � Q d fl ff..• 3 •,5,.'t »ems'".. >, ,. � ,.., ..,.,.,. .,., ,, �„ .k;„,.. .,.,�,x.r>.a,�.�,,,ms•:q Working Families Party What is the Working Families Party? The one thing all working families have in common is anxiety about today's economy.The Working Families Party is the only political party in Oregon that really gets it. We're about improving the economy for working people. This is our number-one,number-two,and number-three priority.We fight for new jobs,living wages,workers'rights,better education,affordable health care for everyone,and a government that listens to working families;not huge corporations or other high-powered special interests. How do we make sure that politicians listen to us? We research the records of all candidates running for office in Oregon- Democrats,Republicans or independents.Then we support the ones with a record of standing up for the bread and butter economic issues that really matter to working-and middle- class families. What does it mean when you see"WFP"next to a candidate's name? It means you know that they have our seal of approval--and you can vote for them with the confidence that they will do the best job of fighting for working people. Now let's get specific.Here are just a few of the economic issues we're fighting for this year: • Good Jobs for a Sustainable Economy:The WFP believes that companies that pay poverty wages or outsource jobs shouldn't get taxpayer money,period.We support investing in sustainable jobs in Oregon that actually pay enough to live on and strengthen families,communities and our environment. • A Bank of Oregon:Why should Oregonians'money have to go to big Wall Street banks that just crashed the whole U.S. economy,when we could keep it here and use it to help put our economy back on track?Modeled after the highly successful, 91-year-old Bank of North Dakota,the Oregon State Bank.would partner with community banks to lend to Oregon small busi- nesses and farmers,creating much needed jobs. • FairTrade for Good Jobs:We must renegotiate job-killing trade agreements like NAFTA,which benefit big corporations while sending our jobs overseas and harming our environment.We Support the"TRADE'"Act,a bill in Congress that would require any future U.S.trade agreements to create good,long-term jobs here at home. • Universal Disability Insurance:For most Oregonians,an injury or illness means losing your job,or even your home.We support a new statewide disability insurance program that would partially replace wages for people who are unable to work due to illness or off the job injury. • Education without Debt:College students have been forced to take on unbelievable amounts of debt to pay for school.We support the Oregon Opportunity Grant program,which gives working students the chance to graduate debt-free. • Healthcare for All:America's health care system is designed to enrich big insurance and pharmaceutical companies by charg- ing consumers too much for too little care.We support public healthcare for every American with a focus,on preventative medicine. • Right to Organize:By organizing unions,American workers won the weekend,good wages,overtime pay,health care and pensions.Unions helped create the American middle class.But today,workers are losing their rights,and the middle class is shrinking.We believe any workers who want to should be able to organize a union without intimidation or coercion. We're building our Party from the ground up.Voting for WFP-nominated candidates not only sends a message that these issues are important,it helps us build an organization that can truly represent working people in Oregon politics.Join us as we fight for an economy that works for working families.Learn more and sign up at http://oregonwfp,org. (This information furnished by Working Families Party of Oregon.) # Vr MM .,._ / / '� You have the right to • If you are a US citizen, Live in Oregon, are 18 years old and have registered to vote. You have the right to vote even if You have doh of right ave o tell anyone you are homeless. how you voted. You have the right to vote if you have been convicted of a felony but You have the right to get a have been released from custody, "provisional ballot;even if you are even if you are on probation or told you are not registered to vote. parole. 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You have the rightto use a voting N system for all Federal Elections that N o You have the right to use a makes it equally possible for people o Q signature stamp orother mark but with disabilities to vote privately j first you have to fill outs form. No and independently. one can sign for you. You have the right to know if your Q You have the right to ask for help ballot, including a"provisional o from elections staff or from a friend ballot';was accepted for counting. _ C) m or family member.There are some ° You have the right to file a people who cannot help you vote, o for example;your boss or a union complaint if you think your voting officer from your job. -rights have been denied. / for more information about voter rights: i 1 866 673 VOTE / 1 866 673 8683 se habla espanol TTY 1 800 735 2900 for the hearing impaired House Joint Resolution 7—Referred to the Electorate of Oregon by the Legislative Assembly of the 2009 Regular Session to be voted on at the General Election,November 2,2010. Result of "yes" vote Summary "Yes"vote extends home loan program for Oregon veterans The Oregon Constitution currently provides that Oregon to lifetime benefit and increases eligibility for non-combat combat veterans may receive low-interest home loans from veterans,National Guard veterans and veterans who served the Oregon War Veterans'Fund.Veterans must have received after 9/11. an honorable discharge and must have served for more than 210 consecutive days or been released because of injury or Result of "no" vote disability.Veterans must apply for loans within 30 years after release from service and must show ability to repay the loans. "No"vote retains current law:Some combat veterans who This measure amends the Oregon Constitution to make loans completed service within past 30 years are eligible for loans; available to more veterans,including National Guard veter- other veterans honorably discharged and some National ans,others who have honorably served overseas and veter- Guard veterans remain ineligible. ans who have not seen combat.This measure would make low-interest home loans a lifetime benefit and would increase the number of honorably discharged veterans and surviving spouses who are eligible for the low-interest loan program. Estimate of financial impact There is no direct financial effect on either state or local gov- ernment expenditures or revenues. 11110NOWA NO Text Of Measure [(d)Makes application for a loan within the 30-year period immediately following the date on which the person was Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State of released from active duty in the Armed Forces of the United Oregon: States.] PARAGRAPH 1.Sections 1 and 3,Article XI-A of the Consti- (2)(a)The spouse of a person who is qualified to receive a tution of the State of Oregon,are amended to read: loan under subsection(1)of this section but who has either been missing in action or aprisoner of war while on active Sec.1 (1)Notwithstanding the limits contained in section duty in the Armed Forces of the United States even though 7,Article XI of this Constitution,the credit of the State of the status of missing or being a prisoner occurred prior to Oregon may be loaned and indebtedness incurred in an completion of[the]a minimum length of service or[residence amount not to exceed eight percent of the true cash value set forth in subsection(1)of this section]the person never of all the property in the state,for the purpose of creating resided in this state,provided the spouse resides in this state a fund,to be known as the"Oregon War Veterans'Fund," at the time of application for the loan. to be advanced for the acquisition of farms and homes for the benefit of male and female residents of the State of (b)The surviving spouse of a person who was qualified to Oregon who served in the Armed Forces of the United States. receive a loan under subsection(1)of this section but who Secured repayment thereof shall be and is a prerequisite died while on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United to the advancement of money from such fund,except that States'even though the death occurred prior to completion moneys in the Oregon War Veterans'Fund may also be appro- of[the]a minimum length of service or[residence set forth in priated to the Director of Veterans'Affairs to be expended, subsection(1)of this section]the person never resided in this without security,for the following purposes: state,provided the surviving spouse resides in this state at the time of application for the loan. (a)Aiding[war]veterans'organizations in connection with their programs of service to[war]veterans; (c)The eligibility of a surviving spouse under this subsec tion shall terminate on[his or her]the spouse's remarriage. (b)Training service officers appointed by the counties to give aid as provided by law to veterans and their dependents; (3)As used in this section,"active duty"does not include attendance at a school under military orders,except school (c)Aiding the counties in connection with programs of ing incident to an active enlistment or a regular tour of duty, service to[war]veterans; or normal military training as a reserve officer or member of an organized reserve or National Guard unit. (d)The duties of the Director of Veterans'Affairs as con- servator of the estates of beneficiaries of the United States PARAGRAPH 2.The amendment proposed by this resolu- Veterans'Administration;and tion shall be submitted to the people for their approval or (e)The duties of the Director of Veterans'Affairs in provid- rejection at the next regular general election held through- ing services to[war]veterans,their dependents and survivors. outthis state. - Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and (2)The Director of Veterans'Affairs may establish scan- italic]type indicates deletions or comments. dards and priorities with respect to the granting of loans from the Oregon War Veterans'Fund that,as determined by the director,best accomplish the purposes and promote the financial sustainability of the Oregon War Veterans'Fund, including,but not limited to,standards and priorities neces-, sary to maintain the tax-exempt status of earnings from bonds issued under authority of this section and section 2 of this Article. Sec.3.No person shall receive money from the Oregon War Veterans'Fund except the following: (1)A person who: (a)Resides in the State of Oregon at the time of applying for a loan from the fund; (b)Is a veteran,as that term'is defined by Oregon law; (c)Served under honorable conditions on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States;and (d)Satisfies the requirements applicable to the funding source for the loan from the Oregon War Veterans'Fund. [(b)Served honorably in active duty,other than active duty for training,in the Armed Forces of the United States:] [(A)Fora period of not less than 210 days or who was, prior to completion of such period of service,discharged or released from active duty on account of service-connected injury or illness;or] [(B)In a theater of operations for which a campaign or expe- ditionary ribbon or medal is authorized by the United States;] [(c)Has been honorably separated or discharged from the Armed Forces of the United States'or has been furloughed to a reserve,and] Explanatory Statement This measure would expand the number of veterans and sur- viving spouses who are eligible to receive low-interest home loans from the Oregon War Veterans'Fund.In 1944,by legisla- tive referral,voters amended the Oregon Constitution to create the'Oregon War Veterans'Fund'to provide low-interest home loans to some Oregon residents who served in the United States Armed Forces and their surviving spouses. The Oregon Constitution currently requires that,to be eligible for a loan from the Oregon War Veterans'Fund,a person must have honorably served in active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States for 210 consecutive days(unless discharged from active duty due to service-related illness or injury)or must have seen combat.The person also must have been honorably discharged or separated from the Armed Forces.The veteran must apply for the loan within 30 years after the weteran was released from active duty.Loans are for primary residences and are made only to those who can show an ability to repay.Surviving spouses of veterans who died,became missing in action or became prisoners of war while in service also are eligible to receive loans under certain conditions. Because veterans must apply for loans within 30 years of dis- charge,many Vietnam-era combat veterans who were honor- ably discharged are no longer eligible for the loans.Because of the requirement that a veteran serve for 210 consecutive . days,many Oregon veterans who served-ih the military after the terrorist attacks of 9/11 and were honorably discharged are not eligible for the loans. This measure would make the loans available to any Oregon veteran who has served under honorable conditions on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States,as long as the veteran meets certain financial eligibility crite- ria.The measure uses the same definition of"veteran" as is used in Oregon law.The measure eliminates the constitu- tional requirement that loans be applied for within 30 years of discharge,making eligibility for a loan a lifetime benefit for veterans,as long as they meet the other qualification criteria.This measure also eliminates the requirement that a veteran serve for 210 continuous days. Under Oregon law,a person would be a "veteran" if the person completed at least 178 consecutive days of service or saw combat, and received an honorable discharge.This measure also makes the loans available to surviving spouses of veterans, regardless of whether the veteran resided in Oregon,if the deceased veteran meets certain eligibility criteria and the surviving spouse resides in Oregon at the time of applica- tion for the loan. If this measure were to pass,more Oregon veterans and surviving spouses would be eligible to receive a low-interest home loan through the Oregon War Veterans'Fund, (This impartial statement explaining the measure was provided by the Legislative Assembly of the 2009 Regular Session.) Legislative Argument in Support Argument in Favor For veterans who have fought to defend our freedoms,one The American Federation of State County and Municipal Employ- of the ways we repay them is through a Veterans Home ees Oregon Council 75 urges you to voteYES on Measure 70. Loan.Currently,those who served less than 210 days are not Measure 70 would extend the Veterans'Home Loan Program eligible to take advantage of the program;nor are those who to include more Oregon Vets.The program was established served more than 30 years ago. during the Second World War to make home loans available to Measure 70 fixes these problems by expanding eligibility Oregon Veterans and their survivors. It was a helping hand to for active duty veterans allowing them to receive home loan those who have sacrificed for their country.When the program assistance through the Oregon War Veterans'Fund.Measure started,beneficiaries were required er serve 210 consecutive 70 also allows those who served decades ago to qualify for days,which was typical t military service in the restriction l With home ownership assistance,making it a true lifetime benefit changes in military structure,however,that restriction leaves for qualified veterans. too many veterans from current wars out in the cold. Oregon AFSCME Council 75's 25,000 members include members • AYES vote on Measure 70 expands eligibility to home loan returning from military service,and we support these men and assistance by eliminating the requirement that a veteran women,along with all Oregonians who have sacrificed in public serve for 210 consecutive active duty days.This would service.We ask that you join us in that support.This measure include Oregon National Guard/Reserve citizen-soldiers has no fiscal impact and simply expands an existing program who have been deployed to the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars to include those whom it was originally intended to help.The and all veterans that have served less than 210 consecutive Veterans'Home'Loan Program was a good idea in 1944,and it active duty days. only needs a few small changes to fulfill its honorable intent. • AYES vote on Measure 70 expands eligibility to veterans as Please voteYES for Measure 70,and give our returning veter- defined by Oregon law and removes arbitrary exclusion of ans access to this important program. veterans who have been out of service for 30 years. (This information furnished by Joseph E Baessler,Oregon • AYES vote on Measure 70 allows an entire generation of AFSCME Council 75.) Vietnam veterans who have faithfully served their country with distinction and honor to qualify for benefits they have Argument in Favor earned. A Special Message from John Kitzhaber The Oregon Legislature unanimously passed this resolution Measure 70 fixes a longstanding flaw in the Oregon Veterans in the 2009 session.The members of this committee strongly Home Loan program that unfortunately excludes both Vietnam urge a YES vote on Measure 70. vets and those who've served since 9/11. These requirements are contained in the Oregon Constitution Voting Yes on Measure 70 will make sure that all active duty and all constitutional changes require approval of the People. veterans have access to low-cost home loans,easing their reentry by giving them access to the stability of a home. Committee Members: Appointed by:. My father was part of the Greatest Generation,marching with Senator Martha Schrader President of the Senate Patton's Army across Germany to Berlin in WWII. Before he Representative Paul Holvey Speaker of the House passed away a few years ago,I used to call him every Representative Ron Maurer Speaker of the House June 6th,the anniversary of D-Day,and thank him for literally saving the world. (This Joint Legislative Committee was appointed to provide When my dad,and thousands like him returned home,they the legislative argument in support of the ballot measure had the support of the original GI Bill,which helped set the pursuant to ORS 251:245.) stage for decades of economic growth and success. In 2009,the Oregon National Guard deployed the largest number of troops since World War II,with more than 2,000 serving in Iraq.Veterans who serve in active duty make some of the deepest sacrifices for their country,their state,and their communities that a person can make. These Oregonians had to leave their jobs and their families behind as they went far overseas to serve our state and our coun- try,creating a range of difficult issues regarding reintegration to their professional lives,communities and families upon return. I'm voting Yes on Measure 70,because it's one small way we can all give back to the men and women who've given so much for our state. These men and women deserve our endless gratitude,and they deserve every opportunity we can afford to help them t settle back into our communities. In the simplest terms,Measure 70 keeps faith with those that kept faith with us;it is a benefit earned and long past due. Join me in voting yes on Measure 70.And please take a moment to personally thank a veteran today. John Kitzhaber (This information furnished by John Kitzhaber.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. US xq,.°6. xR e... e..ON +sFn Argument in Favor Oregon Educators Urge a YES Vote on Measure 70 Measure 70 is the right thing to do for Oregon's Veterans. Right now,Oregon veterans who fought to protect our country in Vietnam and since the 9/11 terrorist attacks are not eligible for a low interest home Ioan.That's just wrong.Measure 70 will fix this. Measure 70 makes it easier for Veterans to own a home. We owe a debt of gratitude to those who served our country and sacrificed time away from their family to protect us. Measure 70 is a way to stand up and say thank you to all veterans and their families for those sacrifices. Oregon Educators Support Our Veterans. There are a number of Oregonians who served in the military and chose to continue serving the public in our classrooms.We salute them for their dedication to our kids and our future.We honor them by urging aYes Vote on Measure 70. Measure 70 will turn the dream of owning a home into a reality for many veterans and their families. We see the impact of the national economic crisis on the faces of our students in our classrooms everyday.Oftentimes, their families struggle with finding an affordable place to live. Measure 70 makes it easier for veterans and their families to secure homeownership. Please join 48,000 Oregon Educators in supporting our Veterans Vote Yes on Measure 70 (This information furnished by BethArine Darby,The Oregon Education Association.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. 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Referred to the Electorate of Oregon by the Legislative Assembly of the 2010 Special Session to be voted on at the General Election,November 2,2010. 0 Result of "yes" vote Summary The Oregon Constitution currently requires legislative "Yes"vote requires Legislative Assembly to meet each year, sessions to be held biennially.Current law permits the limits regular sessions to 160 days in odd numbered years Legislative Assembly to meet without a limit on the length and 35 days in even-numbered years,and allows five-day of session.This measure requires the Legislative Assembly extensions by two-thirds vote. to meet each year,limits regular sessions to 160 calendar days in odd-numbered years and 35 calendar days in even- Result of "no" vote numbered years,and allows regular session to be extended by five days with an affirmative vote of two-thirds of the "No"vote retains current law,requiring regular sessions of members of each chamber. Legislative Assembly only in odd-numbered years,with no limit on length of sessions. Estimate of financial impact The direct effect of the measure on state or local government expenditures or revenues will not exceed$100,000. i 3� Me V:NI'ei'^I y Eiii*�lR ,^T.,. ': •.;'s a.^,i �`a�'^"s .a ,a,a.a .. f. .`^f .. 3 ., i A 6 Text of Measure (4)The term of members of the joint committee established pursuant to this section shall run from the adjournment of Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State of one odd-numbered year regular session to the organization Oregon: of the next odd-numbered year regular session.No member of a committee shall cease to be such member solely by PARAGRAPH 1.Section 3,Article III,sections 6 and 10, reason of the expiration of his term of office as a member of Article IV,and sections 5 and 14,Article IX of the Constitution the Legislative Assembly. of the State of Oregon,are amended to read: Sec.10.[The sessions of the Legislative Assembly shall be thSec.6. (1)At the odd-numbered year regular session of e Legislative Assembly next following an enumeration held biennially at the Capitol of the State commencing on the of the inhabitants by the United States Government,the second Monday of September,in the year eighteen hundred number of Senators and Representatives shall be fixed by and fifty eight,and on the same day of every second year there- jaw and apportioned among legislative districts according after,unless a different day shall have been appointed by law.-] to population.A senatorial district shall consist of two (1)The Legislative Assembly shall hold annual sessions at representative districts.Any Senator whose term continues the Capitol of the State.Each session must begin on the day through the next odd-numbered year regular legislative designated by law as the first day of the session.Except as session after the operative date of the reapportionment provided in subsection(3)of this section: shall be specifically assigned to a senatorial district.The ratio of Senators and Representatives,respectively,to pop- (a)A session beginning in an odd-numbered year may not ulation shall be determined by dividing the total population exceed 160 calendar days in duration;and of the state by the number of Senators and by the number of Representatives.A reapportionment by the Legislative (b)A session beginning in an even-numbered year may not Assembly becomes operative as described in subsection(6) exceed 35 calendar days in duration. of this section. (2)The Legislative Assembly may hold an organizational (2)This subsection governs judicial review and correction of session that is not subject to the limits of subsection(1) a reapportionment enacted by the Legislative Assembly. of this section for the purposes of introducing measures and performing the duties and effecting the organization (a)Original jurisdiction is vested in the Supreme Court, described in sections 11 and 12 of this Article.The Legisla- upon the petition of any elector of the state filed with the tive Assembly may not undertake final consideration of a Supreme Court on or before August 1 of the year in which the measure or reconsideration of a measure following a guber- Legislative Assembly enacts a reapportionment,to review natorial veto when convened in an organizational session. any reapportionment so enacted. (3)A regular session,as described in subsection(1)of this (b)If the Supreme Court determines that the reapportion- section,may be extended for a period of five calendar days ment thus reviewed complies with subsection(1)of this by the affirmative vote of two-thirds of the members of section and all law applicable thereto,it shall dismiss the each house.A session may be extended more than once.An petition by written opinion on or before September 1 of the extension must begin on the first calendar day after the end same year and the reapportionment becomes operative as of the immediately preceding session or extension except described in subsection(6)of this section. that if the first calendar day is a Sunday,the extension may (c)If the Supreme Court determines that the reapportion- begin on the next Monday. ment does not comply with subsection(1)of this section and Sec.3.(1)The Legislative Assembly is authorized to estab- all law applicable thereto,the reapportionment shall be void. dish by law a joint committee composed of members of both In its written opinion,the Supreme Court shall specify with houses of the Legislative Assembly,the membership to be particularity wherein the reapportionment fails to comply. as fixed by law,which committee may exercise,during the The opinion shall further direct the Secretary of State to interim between sessions of the Legislative Assembly,such draft a reapportionment of the Senators and Representatives of the following powers as may be conferred upon it by law: in accordance with the provisions of subsection(1)of this section and all law applicable thereto.The Supreme Court (a)Where an emergency exists,to allocate to any state shall file its order with the Secretary of State on or before agency,out of any emergency fund that may be appropriated September 15.The Secretary of State shall conduct a hearing to the committee for that purpose,additional funds beyond on the reapportionment at which the public may submit the amount appropriated to the agency by the Legislative evidence,views and argument.The Secretary of State shall Assembly,or funds to carry on an activity required by law for cause a transcription of the hearing to be prepared which, which an appropriation was not made. with the evidence,shall become part of the record.The Secre- tary of State shall file the corrected reapportionment with the (b)Where an emergency exists,to authorize any state Supreme Court on or before November 1 of the same year. agency to expend,from funds dedicated or continuously appropriated for the uses and purposes of the agency,sums (d)On or before November 15,the Supreme Court shall in excess of the amount of the budget of the agency as review the corrected reapportionment to assure its compli- approved in accordance with law. ance with subsection(1)of this section and all law applicable thereto and may further correct the reapportionment if the (c)In the case of a new activity coming into existence at court considers correction to be necessary. such a time as to preclude the possibility of submitting a budget to the Legislative Assembly for approval,to approve, (e)The corrected reapportionment becomes operative as or revise and approve,a budget of the money appropriated described in subsection(6)of this section. for such new activity. (3)This subsection governs enactment,judicial review and (d)Where an emergency exists,to revise or amend the correction of a reapportionment if the Legislative Assembly budgets of state agencies to the extent of authorizing trans- fails to enact any reapportionment by July 1 of the year of the fers between expenditure classifications within the budget of odd-numbered year regular session of the Legislative Assem- an agency. bly next following an enumeration of the inhabitants by the (2)The Legislative Assembly shall prescribe by law what United States Government. shall constitute an emergency for the purposes of this section. (a)The Secretary of State shall make a reapportionment of the Senators and Representatives in accordance with the pro- (3)As used in this section, "state agency" means any visions of subsection(1)of this section and all law applicable elected or appointed officer,board,commission,department, thereto.The Secretary of State shall conduct a hearing on the institution,branch or other agency of the state government. Im WIN 0,W v- as ,. �. &. reapportionment at which the public may submit evidence, be prepared of revenues that will be received by the General views and argument.The Secretary of State shall cause a Fund for the biennium beginning July 1.The estimated transcription of the hearing to be prepared which,with the revenues from corporate income and excise taxes shall be evidence,shall become part of the record.The reapportion- separately stated from the estimated revenues from other ment so made shall be filed with the Supreme Court by General Fund sources. August 15 of the same year.The reapportionment becomes operative as described in subsection(6)of this section. (2)As soon as is practicable after the end of the biennium, the Governor shall cause actual collections of revenues (b)Original jurisdiction is vested in the Supreme Court upon received by the General Fund for that biennium to be deter- the petition of any elector of the state filed with the Supreme mined.The revenues received from corporate income and Court on or before September 15 of the same year to review any excise taxes shall be determined separately from the rev reapportionment and the record made by the Secretary of State. enues received from other General Fund sources. (c)If the Supreme Court determines that the reapportion- (3)If the revenues received by the General Fund from tor- ment thus reviewed complies with subsection(1)of this porate income and excise taxes during the biennium exceed section and all law applicable thereto,it shall dismiss the the amount estimated to be received from corporate income petition by written opinion on or before October 15 of the and excise taxes for the biennium,by two percent or more, same year and the reapportionment becomes operative as the total amount of the excess shall be returned to corporate described in subsection(6)of this section. income and excise taxpayers. (d)If the Supreme Court determines that the reapportion- (4)If the revenues received from General Fund revenue ment does not comply with subsection(1)of this section sources,exclusive of those described in subsection(3)of this and all law applicable thereto,the reapportionment shall be section,during the biennium exceed the amount estimated void.The Supreme Court shall return the reapportionment to be received from such sources for the biennium,by two by November 1 to the Secretary of State accompanied by percent or more,the total amount of the excess shall be a written opinion specifying with particularity wherein the returned to personal income taxpayers. reapportionment fails to comply.The opinion shall further direct the Secretary of State to correct the reapportionment (5)The Legislative Assembly may enact laws: in those particulars,and in no others,and file the corrected (a)Establishing a tax credit,refund payment or other reapportionment with the Supreme Court on or before mechanism by which the excess revenues are returned to December 1 of the same year. taxpayers,and establishing administrative procedures con- (e)On or before December 15,the Supreme Court shall netted therewith. review the corrected reapportionment to assure its compli- ance with su_bsection(1)of this section and all law applicable lb)Allowing the excess revenues in t reduced re enues s- thereto and may further correct the reapportionment if the trative costs associated with returning the excess revenues. court considers correction to be necessary. (c)Permitting a taxpayer's share of the excess revenues (f)The reapportionment becomes operative as described in not to be returned to the taxpayer if the taxpayer's share is subsection(6)of this section. less than a de minimis amount identified by the Legislative Assembly. (4)Any reapportionment that becomes operative as pro- (d)Permitting a taxpayer's share of excess revenues to be vided in this section is a law of the state except for purposes offset by any liability of the taxpayer for which the state is of initiative and referendum. authorized to undertake collection efforts. (5)Notwithstanding section 18,Article II of this Constitution, (6)(a)Prior to the close of a biennium for which an estimate after the convening of the next odd-numbered year regular described in subsection(1)of this section has been rpade, legislative session following the reapportionment,a Senator the Legislative Assembly,by a two-thirds majority vote of whose term continues through that legislative session is all members elected to each House,may enact legislation subject to recall by the electors of the district to which the declaring an emergency and increasing the amount of the Senator is assigned and not by the electors of the district estimate prepared pursuant to subsection(1)of this section. existing before the latest reapportionment.The number of signatures required on the recall petition is 15 percent of the (b)The prohibition against declaring an emergency in an act total votes cast for all candidates for Governor at the most regulating taxation or exemption in section 1a,Article IX of recent election at which a candidate for Governor was elected this Constitution,does not apply to legislation enacted pursu- to a full term in the two representative districts comprising the ant to this subsection. senatorial district to which the Senator was assigned. (6)(a)Except as provided in paragraph(b)of this subset- (7)This section does not apply: tion,a reapportionment made under this section becomes (a)If,for a biennium or any portion of a biennium,a state tax operative on the second Monday in January of the next is not imposed on or measured by the income of individuals. odd-numbered year after the applicable deadline for making a final reapportionment under this section. 1b)To revenues derived from any minimum tax imposed on corporations for the privilege of carrying on or doing busi- (b)For purposes of electing Senators and Representatives ness in this state that is imposed as a fixed amount and that is to the next term of office that commences after the applicable nonapportioned(except for changes of accounting periods). deadline for making a final reapportionment under this section,a reapportionment made under this section becomes (c)To biennia beginning before July 1,2001. operative on January 1 of the calendar year next following PARAGRAPH 2.The amendment proposed by this resolu- the applicable deadline for making a final reapportionment under this section.. tion shall be submitted to the pepple for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election held through- Sec.5.An accurate statement of the receipts,and expendi- out this state. tures of the public money shall be published with the laws of each odd-numbered year regular session of the Legislative Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and Assembly.[-] italic]type indicates deletions or comments. Sec.14.(1)As soon as is practicable after adjournment sine die of[a]an odd-numbered year regular session of the Legislative Assembly,the Governor shall cause an estimate to Al ' . "�.,r•?,e ,P .e ... ,,x esR..,, k ..._... .,os, .ef.. F .Y�y8�#3.��'+�i$'R, 135E@Y 3„.��.,..... ,. t'• a r..,^: Explanatory Statement Ballot Measure 71 amends the Oregon Constitution to direct the Legislative Assembly to meet every calendar year for a limited amount of time.Currently,the Oregon Constitution requires the legislature to meet every two years,in odd- numbered years only,and does not limit the length of the legislative sessions. Provides that a session beginning in an odd-numbered year may not last longer than 160 calendar days.A session begin- ning in an even-numbered year may not last longer than 35 calendar days. Allows a session to be extended for a period of five calendar days if approved by a vote of two-thirds of the members of each house of the legislature.A session may be extended more than once.An extension must begin on the first calen- dar day after the end of the immediately preceding session or extension period. Allows the legislature to hold an organizational session for the purpose of administrative actions.The legislature may not take a final vote on'any bill or other measure or reconsider a bill vetoed by the Governor at the organizational session. r Makes technical changes to sections of the Oregon Constitu- tion necessary to maintain provisions tied to sessions held in odd-numbered years. Does not change current constitutional provisions relating to special legislative sessions. Committee Members: Appointed by: Senator Richard Devlin President of the Senate Representative Arnie Roblan Speaker of the House Senator Bruce Starr Secretary of State Representative Kim Thatcher Secretary of State Virginia M.Lang Members of the Committee (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) ,r. Legislative Argument in Support Argument in Favor Measure 71 will require the Legislature to meet in a strictly VOTE"YES"on Measure 71 for ANNUAL SESSIONS limited session each year instead of an unlimited session The League of Women Voters of Oregon strongly recom- every two years.The Legislature will meet for fewer days mends a"YES"vote on Measure 71,which will allow the overall,and will be able to provide greater accountability and Oregon Legislature to meet annually.The League has long more consistent budgeting by not waiting every two years to supported a change from biennial to annual sessions,and we do the people's business. ask that you consider the benefits that this change will bring: The bipartisan Commission on the Oregon Legislature . Measure 71 will provide greater flexibility and efficiency in strongly recommended that Oregon hold annual sessions, fiscal policy decisions and budget reviews due to the short- combined with hard deadlines.We will be joining forty-five ened cycle.The current budget is set 26 months in advance, other states that meet annually.Measure 71 also places con which is not reasonable in today's fast-paced world. stitutional limits on the amount of time the Legislature can be in session. Measure 71 will mandate specific adjournment times—160 days for odd-year sessions and 35 days for even-year ses- Measure 71 will: sions.Currently there is no limit to sessions,some of which • Place limits on the number of days the Legislature can be in have lasted more than seven months. . session. • Measure 71 will greatly reduce the need for costly Special Sessions and give Oregon's part-time legislators more • Protect taxpayer dollars by enhancing transparency and predictability in planning their personal lives. efficiency from government. • Measure 71 will give opportunities for new decision makers • Allow the state to more effectively attend to vital services to gain valuable public policy training on a more regular that Oregon families depend on,like education,public safety basis.This will shorten the learning curve and make the and health care. work of the Legislature more efficient. • Let the Legislature react quickly to emerging issues and The League of Women Voters of Oregon believes that it is crises,like the economy and job creation. time for Oregon to enter the 21st century when enacting • for every legislation.Annual sessions will allow better use of time, Increase responsiveness and get the greatest value tax dollar to improve the delivery of vital services. technology and limited resources to provide for its citizens. VOTE"YES"on Measure 71. Since 1999,the Legislature has had to call eight special ses- League of Women Voters of Oregon sions to resolve urgent issues that couldn't wait.This is an Marge Easley,President ineffective and inefficient way of doing the people's business. Oregonians deserve better. (This information furnished by Marge Easley,President League Over 150 years ago,meeting every other year made sense. of Women Voters of Oregon.) But in today's rapidly changing global economy,requiring the . Legislature to meet every year and setting limits on how long Argument in Favor it can meet will result in better government to Oregonians. The American Federation of State County and Municipal Vote Yes on Measure 71. Employees Oregon Council 75 urges you to vote YES on Measure 71. Committee Members: Appointed by: This Measure would change the number of times the State Senator Richard Devlin President of the Senate Legislature meets from once every two years to every year. Berger Speaker of the House Oregon is one of only a handful of states that does not yet Representative Vicki B Representative Arnie Berger Speaker of the House have annual legislative sessions.When the system was created,Oregon had just taken shape as a state,legislators (This Joint Legislative Committee was appointed to provide the rode to the Capitol on horseback and many of the issues that legislative argument in support of the ballot measure pursuant the Legislature dealt with did not yet exist.In that context,a to ORS 251.245.) six-month session every two years made sense.In today's economy,however,budgets and revenue are unstable,and Oregon needs to have the flexibility to adapt.Yet we continue to rely on an 18th century system to address a 21st century problems. The new system proposed by Measure 71 doesn't let the Legislature run amok.Neither does it create a full-time Legislature-it places reasonable limits on the amount of time it is in session.Instead of forcing legislators to predict all of Oregon's possible needs for a two-year period,passing Measure 71 would allow the Legislature to return to session to make corrections and deal with issues as they arise. As an organization representing public and private employ- ees delivering public services,we at Oregon AFSCME Council 75 believe that allowing for a more nimble legislative system is essential to Oregon's long-term stability.We support this measure,and urge you to vote YES. (This information furnished by Joseph E. Baessler,Oregon AFSCME Council 75.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. IN Argument in Favor Argument in Favor Oregon's Educators Support a YES Vote on Measure 71 Vote YES on Measure 71 As this recession has shown,our economic situation can Protect Oregon's Priorities change quickly,putting Oregon's critical services at risk. In an economic crisis,Oregon's most vulnerable populations— But what doesn't change is our need to provide our children like seniors,people with disabilities,the unemployed.—are put with the quality education they need in order to compete in at risk.And in these times of crisis,Oregonians need our legis- the global marketplace. lature to have the ability to respond quickly and effectively. Measure 71 will allow the legislature to respond quickly and Measure 71 will allow the Oregon legislature to react quickly efficiently to emergencies like the economic crisis in order to changes in the economy,making adjustments to protect to ensure that our children aren't further victimized by the our priorities.This measure will make the legislature respond recession. more quickly to the needs of hard-working Oregonians in Oregon's students need to be able to depend on a full school times of economic crisis. year in classrooms that aren't bursting at the seams.And in That means making decisions to protect senior care,long- order to emerge from this recession and improve our long- term care for people with disabilities and—importantly- term economic health,we must protect our investment in public education. protecting and creating jobs when we need them most. Voting yes on Measure 71 will allow the legislature to react Vote YES on Measure 71 more quickly to changes in the economy in order to protect Increase Government Transparency and Accountability Oregon's classrooms and preserve school days. By requiring the legislature to meet every year,we'll increase The world moves faster today that it did in the 1800s,when transparency and accountability in our state government. the law was passed that established legislative sessions only once every two years.That's why 45 other states in the U.S. Voting YES on Measure 71 makes government more account- have switched to meeting every year—the needs of their able to the people in how it uses our tax dollars.Annual citizens are too important to ignore. sessions will allow the state to more effectively provide vital services that Oregon families depend on,like education, It's time to modernize Oregon's legislature.Voting YES on public safety and health care. Measure 71 will bring more transparency,efficiency,and accountability to the way our tax dollars are spent. Vote YES on Measure 71 Oregon's 48,000 educators urge you to vote YES on Measure 71. It's Common Sense (This information furnished by BethAnne Darby,The Oregon The state should budget like responsible families do,looking Education Association.) at the year ahead to make sure there's enough money for the most important priorities.This measure makes that kind of Argument in Favor common-sense budgeting possible. Responding to the Needs of Middle-Class Families and The members of SEIU,Local 503 urge you to vote YES on Small Businesses Requires a Modern Legislature Measure 71.We are 45,000 front-line workers who provide publicly funded services.We are the people who maintain Voting YES on Measure 71 makes economic sense. Oregon's roads.We provide care for children,the elderly and These days,protecting consumers and promoting economic people with disabilities.We keep Oregon's college campuses fairness requires quick action from state leaders,like passing running.We are fighting to improve the quality of public laws that respond to the ever-changing tricks and traps laid services and fighting to make sure front-line workers have a by national banks and credit card companies. voice in that process. Creating a more modern,efficient legislature means protect- (This information furnished byArthurTowers,Service ing consumers and middle-class families. Employees International Union,Local 503.) In order to protect middle-class families and small businesses Argument in Favor from predatory lending schemes,legislators need to be able to respond quickly with reforms that level the playing field Join with the Members of the American Federation of and give consumers a fair shake. Teachers-Oregon in voting YES on Measure 71 Voting YES on Measure 71 will make the legislature respond A lot has changed since the 1800s.Modern life moves much more quickly to the needs of hard-working Oregonians and faster now,and the needs of our state are far more complex small businesses. than they were 150 years ago. Measure 71 will also enable the legislature to take action to But one thing that hasn't changed is the 1800s law that says save and create jobs when the economy declines.Meeting our legislature is limited to only one regular meeting every every year will help lawmakers adapt to the economy and the two years.It's time to bring our state government into the changing needs of Oregonians. modern era. Voting YES on Measure 71 will make Oregon's government: By voting yes on Measure 71,we'll make sure that Oregon • More transparent joins 45 other states in the U.S.with legislative sessions that • More accountable meet every year. • More efficient Oregon families know that in times of economic trouble, • Better able to respond to the needs of Oregonians in times it makes sense to adjust our budgets to protect the things of economic crisis we care about.Measure 71 will bring that common sense Join Our Oregon in Voting YES on Measure 71. approach to budgeting to the state government. When times are toughest,we need to protect our priorities, Our Oregon fights for consumer protection laws and economic like education,public safety,and health care. Measure 71 fairness for all Oregonians. will give our legislators the tools they need to make these www.YesOnMeasure7l.com decisions efficiently. www.Our0regon.org Oregon's legislature needs to be able to effectively respond (This information furnished by Patrick Green,Our Oregon.) to downturns in the economy in a transparent and accountable The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement bythe State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. tie 0 3, p way.The ongoing recession has meant a rollercoaster for Oregon's schools,with the danger of a shorter school year, larger class sizes,and a lack of opportunities for our students' future. Measure 71 will allow Oregon's legislature to respond more efficiently to tough times and protect our classrooms. Please join us in voting YES on Measure 71 to bring more accountability and transparency to Oregon government. AFT-Oregon,a state affiliate of the American Federation of Teachers,AFL-CIO,is a non-profit organization representing some 12,000 Oregon workers in K-12,community college and higher education in faculty and classified positions;and child care workers,in both public and private sectors. (This information furnished by David Rives,American Federation of Teachers-Oregon.) Argument in Favor AARP Oregon Urges a Yes Vote on Measure 71 Please join us in making the Oregon Legislature more accountable and efficient The Great Recession has threatened the essential services like education,public safety,and health and longterm care Oregonians rely on;and that are critical to our state's economic recovery and quality of life. Oregon's seniors and people with disabilities depend on services like in-home and community care,Oregon Project Independence and basic medical care. And we should be able to provide our children and grandchil- dren with a quality education—that means a full school year and reasonable class sizes. In order to protect these vital services and get our economy back on track,the legislature should meet every year to more quickly and efficiently respond to unforeseen crises,like the recession. That's why AARP Oregon supports a YES vote on Measure 71 which requires the legislature to meet every year and outs time limits on the length of legislative sessions Our members know that in tough economic times,families adjust their budgets to protect their priorities.The state should budget like responsible families do. This measure makes that kind of common-sense budgeting possible,helping avoid crisis-driven decision making and being able to respond more quickly to changes in the economy and to the concerns of Oregonians in a more thoughtful,deliberative manner. More than 125 years ago,it may have made sense for the legislature to meet only once every two years. But in today's fast-moving world,we need our lawmakers to be able to respond to situations as they happen and evolve.That's why 45 out of 50 U.S.states have annual sessions—it's time Oregon moved into the modern era with a legislature that meets every year,making government more responsive,efficient and transparent. Please join AARP Oregon in voting YES on Measure 71. AARP Oregon, Gerald Cohen, AARP Oregon Senior State Director (This information furnished by Gerald Cohen,AARP Oregon.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments_ ll � "" '�k �8i5 'i �,� ';'�' x a� -�r�` ,y �� ,, e,.,,.,.a,".,,-,,,5 .., Senate Joint Resolution 48—Referred to the Electorate of Oregon by the Legislative Assembly of the 2010 Special Session to be voted on at the General Election,November 2,2010. �5 q �x k Result of "yes" vote Summary "Yes"vote authorizes exception to$50,000 state borrowing Currently,the-state constitution forbids lending the state's limit for state to issue lowest-cost bonds to finance state real credit or borrowing in excess of$50,000,with some excep- and personal property projects.Prohibits property tax for tions.The measure would amend the state constitution to repayment.Limits amount borrowed. add a new exception to allow the state to issue general obli- 'gation bonds to finance acquisition,construction,remodeling, repair,equipping or furnishing of state owned or operated Result of "no" vote property.General obligation bonds are the cheapest method "No"vote retains state borrowing limit prohibiting state of borrowing the state may use and would cost less than from issuing lowest-cost general obligation bonds except the certificates of participation the state currently uses.The bonds would save an estimated$5 million on interest costs for certain purposes. for each$100 million issued.The measure does not authorize any specific bonds,but authorizes the Legislative Assembly to enact implementing legislation.The measure prohibits the levy of property taxes to repay the bonds and limits the amount of outstanding bonds to one percent of the real market value of property in the state. Estimate of financial impact Measure 72 has no direct financial effect on state or local i government expenditures or revenues.General obligation indebtedness authorized by this measure typically provides the lowest-cost method of financing.If the State of Oregon uses this authority to issue general obligation indebtedness or refinance current debt,the state should experience lower financing costs. Explanation of Estimate of Financial Impact Explanatory Statement This measure allows the Legislature to use lower-cost general Ballot Measure 72 would amend the state constitution obligation bonds for future building projects and to refinance to add a new exception to allow the state to issue general current state debt to avoid future interest costs or realize obligation bonds to finance acquisition,construction, interest savings through lower interest rates.Any savings remodeling,repair,equipping or furnishing of state owned or would be redirected at the discretion of the Legislature.Had operated property.Currently,the state constitution forbids this measure been in place during 2009,the state would have lending the state's credit or borrowing in excess of$50,000, realized interest savings of about$38 million over the life of with some exceptions.General obligation bonds are the bonds issued that year. cheapest method of borrowing the state may use and would cost less than the certificates of participation the state cur- Committee Members: rently uses.The bonds would save an estimated$5 million on interest costs for each$100 million issued.The measure Secretary of State Kate Brown does not authorize any specific bonds,but authorizes the State Treasurer Ted Wheeler Legislative Assembly to enact implementing legislation.The Scott L.Harra,Director,Dept.of Administrative Services measure prohibits the levy of property taxes to repay the Elizabeth Harchenko,Director,Dept.of Revenue bonds and limits the amount of outstanding bonds to one Debra Guzman,Local Government Representative percent of the real market value of property in the state. (The estimate of financial impact and explanation was provided by the above.committee pursuant to ORS 250.127.) Committee Members: Appointed by: Senator Diane Rosenbaum President of the Senate Text of Measure Representative Chris Harker Speaker of the House Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State of Oregon: - Senator Ted Ferrioli Secretary of State Representative Dennis Richardson Secretary of State PARAGRAPH 1.The Constitution of the State of Oregon is John Rakowitz Members of the Committee amended by creating a new Article to b$known as Article (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial XI-P,such Article to read: explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) ARTICLE XI-P SECTION 1.(1)In the manner provided by law and notwith- standing the limitations contained in section 7,Article XI of this Constitution,the credit of the State of Oregon maybe loaned and indebtedness incurred to finance the costs of: (a)Acquiring,constructing,remodeling,repairing,equip- ping or furnishing real or personal property that is or will be owned or operated by the State of Oregon,including, without limitation,facilities and systems; (b)Infrastructure related to the real or personal property;or (c)Indebtedness incurred under this subsection. (2)In the manner provided by law and notwithstanding the limitations contained in section 7,Article XI of this Con- stitution,the credit of the State of Oregon may be loaned and indebtedness incurred to refinance: (a)Indebtedness incurred under subsection(1)of this section. (b)Borrowings issued before the effective date of this Article to finance or refinance costs described in subsection (1)of this section. SECTION 2.(1)Indebtedness may not be incurred under section 1 of this Article if the indebtedness would cause the total principal amount of indebtedness incurred under section 1 of this Article and outstanding to exceed one percent of the real market value of the property in this state. (2)Indebtedness incurred under section 1 of this Article is •general obligation of the State of Oregon and must contain •direct promise on behalf of the State of Oregon to pay the principal,premium,if any,and interest on the obligation.The full faith and credit and tarxing power of the State of Oregon must be pledged to payment of the indebtedness.However, the State of Oregon may not pledge or levy an ad valorem tax to pay the indebtedness. SECTION 3.The Legislative Assembly may enact legisla- tion to carry out the provisions of this Article. SECTION 4.This Article supersedes conflicting provisions of this Constitution. PARAGRAPH 2.The amendment proposed by this resolution shall be submitted to the people for their approval or rejection at the next regular general election held throughout this state. Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and italic]type indicates deletions or comments. ='0111 �,F ss• k X Legislative Argument in Support Argument in Favor MEASURE 72 WILL SAVE TAXPAYERS'MONEY AND HELP Keep Oregon tax dollars for Oregon Construction Projects CREATE JOBS The National Electrical Contractors Association urges you to VOTE YES on MEASURE 72 Everyone agrees that in these tough economic times,we Oregon is known for leading the way with innovative con- need to find ways to reduce costs and make our tax dollars go struction projects,especially with renewable energy and further.Measure 72 does exactly that.If Measure 72 had been sustainability.Measure 72 will make it that much easier and in place last year,the State would have saved$38 million in cost effective for Oregon to fund these and other capital interest costs. construction projects.Measure 72 will give Oregon the ability to finance construction projects'using General Obligation Each session,the Legislature authorizes certain amount bonds rather than the current more expensive process of of borrowing to finance construction proj ects.The Oregon using certificates of participation. Constitution contains special provisions which allow many of these projects(such as roads or universities)to be funded 'General Obligation bonds are the most cost effective way by General Obligation bonds backed by the State's promise for Oregon to finance infrastructure development.Passing to repay.By issuing this promise,the State is able to obtain Measure 72 will stretch taxpayer dollars further,which will lower interest rates,saving taxpayers money. result in additional construction projects and additional Oregon jobs. However,for many other projects,the State cannot use its excellent credit rating to get lower interest rates.Measure 72 For every$100 million bonded,Measure 72 will save fixes that problem. $5 million—savings that are better spent on job creation in Oregon,than going into the pockets of banks in the form of Measure 72 expands the types of projects which can be higher interest payments. funded with these lower interest bonds.It's simple math: Measure 72 is prohibited from levying property tax to repay Oregon taxpayers save money when interest rates are lower. the bonds and it limits the number of outstanding bonds. Measure 72 will also allow the State to refinance existing debt The money saved can help create jobs,especially within the at lower interest rates,saving even more money. construction industry on not just new construction but also major renovation projects throughout the state. The savings from adopting this measure could mean hun- dreds of jobs—building roads,improving our universities and VOTE TO CREATE JOBS!Vote to keep Oregon tax dollars in community colleges,teaching students,or fixing hospitals. Oregon! These investments in Oregon's future will provide short-term VOTE YES ON MEASURE 72 jobs and long-term benefits to our state,at a lower cost than we currently pay. Pat Maloney,Chairman of the Joint Legislative Committee National Electrical Contractors Association Measure 72 earned bipartisan support in the Legislature because it makes financial sense,saves taxpayermoney,and (This information furnished by Pat Maloney,National Electrical allows us to stretch our dollars further to create more jobs, Contractors Association.) and provide more services. Argument in Favor Please vote YES on MEASURE 72. REDUCE OREGON STATE'S DEBT AND CREATE JOBS Committee Members: Appointed by: The Oregon Building Trades Council urges you to VOTE YES on MEASURE 72 Senator Diane Rosenbaum President of the Senate Oregon is known for having an outstanding credit rating and Representative Chris Harker Speaker of the House Representative Bob Jenson Speaker of the House for repaying its debts on time,however,since many construc- tion projects don't carry a Constitutional guarantee to repay, (This Joint Legislative Committee was appointed to provide the creditors use that technicality as leverage to impose higher legislative argument in support of the ballot measure pursuant interest rates on lending to Oregon.Measure 72 will put our to ORS 251,245.) state's excellent credit rating to work by lowering inter- est rates and fees associated with loans for infrastructure development. Measure 72 will allow Oregon to refinance existing debt as General Obligation Bonds,which are the least expensive method to finance state projects. Changing Oregon's debt to General Obligation Bonds will re- sult in lower interest rates,thus reducing the financial burden to repay these bonds.It is estimated Measure 72 will save $5 million for every$100 million in bonds issued and would prohibit levying property taxes to help repay the bonds. The money that Oregon saves can be used to create jobs for working Oregonians rather than diverting Oregonian's taxpayer dollars to pay needlessly exorbitant interest rates to multi-national banks. Vote to keep our tax dollars in Oregon.Vote for more Oregon Jobs! VOTE YES ON MEASURE 721 Bob Shiprack,Executive Secretary Oregon Building Trades Council (This information furnished by Bob Shiprack,Oregon Building Trades Council.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. Argument in Favor Oregon Educators,Say Vote YES to Ballot Measure 72 Measure 72 saves taxpayer dollars. The measure would allow the state of Oregon to issue general obligation bonds for construction,repair and other projects in excess of$50,000.Since a general obligation bond is the cheapest method of borrowing,Oregon taxpayers would save millions of dollars in interest payments. Measure 72 frees up money for our schools. By saving millions in interest payments,Oregon can invest that money in our classrooms.Due to the economic crisis,our schools already face a shortened school year,lost programs and increased class sizes.We need to make every dollar count.Measure 72 makes good sense for Oregon schools. A Yes Vote on Measure 72 means we'll pay less to the banks and invest more in jobs and the economy. Measure 72 helps the state of Oregon borrow money in a more efficient way.Oregon will save an estimated$5 million in interest costs for each$100 million issued in bonds.That's money we would have had to pay to banks.Instead,Measure 72 will allow us to grow our economy and create more jobs with the money we save. Please join the 48,000 members of The Oregon Education Association Vote YES on Ballot Measure 72 (This information furnished by BethAnne Darby,The Oregon Education Association.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. ,��, W-041 i :cs°n�y"gd d }Ee .XysxKU_y f R> l7 k'°�'FZx>«ra` f �' .. >'f„9:, t F., a.. Proposed by initiative petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 2,2010. r.: I Result of "yes" vote Summary "Yes"vote increases minimum sentences for certain repeated Current law imposes mandatory-minimum sentences of 70 to sex crimes(300 months),imposes minimum incarceration 100 months for certain sex crimes;no mandatory-minimum incarceration sentence for driving under influence of intoxi- sentence for certain repeated driving under influence convic cants(DUII).Measure imposes mandatory-minimum sentence tions(90 days). of 300 months for person convicted of"major felony sex crime" if previously convicted of major felony sex crime;defines Result Of "no" Vote "major felony sex crime"as first-degree rape,first-degree sodomy,first-degree unlawful sexual penetration,using child "No"vote retains mandatory-minimum sentences of 70 to 100 in sexually explicit display;previous conviction includes statu- months for certain sex crimes,provides no mandatory- tory counterpart in another jurisdiction,and separate criminal minimum incarceration sentence for driving under influence. episode in same sentencing proceeding.Measure makes DUII a class C felony if defendant previously convicted of DUII,or statutory counterpart,at least twice in prior 10 years;imposes mandatory-minimum sentence of 90 days,at state expense. Other provisions. Estimate of financial impact The measure will require additional state spending of $1.4 million in the first year,$11.4 million to$14.6 million in the second year$13.9 million to$21.0 million in the third year, $16.7 million to$26.6 million in the fourth year and $18.1 million to$29.1 million each year after that. The measure does not require additional local government spending.The measure directly reduces expenditures for local government by$0.4 million in the first year and$3.2 million to $4.6 million each year after that,primarily by shifting costs to the state. The measure does not increase the amount of funds collected .for state or local government. mrs y22g. .Px s°4 2''F e° b' a �'-rRsBEz' v'a�'F �r� � r1 IM.11� w Explanation of Estimate of Financial Impact Section .Measure all be known as the Oregon State Impact Crimefighting Act. There will be no immediate cost to the state for the repeat sex Section 2.a.Any p erson who is convicted of a major felony offender provision of the measure because the few offenders subject to the measure are ruche nto new prison beds would be sex c felony sex crime,shall be imprisoned soned for a mandatory average of 15 years needed for the 25-year sentences required by this measure minimum "Major felony felony sex crime" means rape in the first degree until after 2017. (ORS 163.375),sodomy in the first degree(ORS 163.405), The driving under the influence provisions of the measure orlusinula sexual cFiild penetration a display of first t411), will increase costs to the state in a number of ways.Offend- (ORS 163.670).g a chi ers will spend more time in prison,which increases the cost of running prisons as well as administrative overhead.The statutory osts for jail time.The counterpart of a'majo includes elony sex crime for n any state will be required to pay all county c courts will incur added costs to try offenders covered by this jurisdiction,and includes a conviction in the same sentencing measure.Finally,the measure will increase costs for court proceeding if the conviction is for a separate criminal episode appointed attorneys for defense of felony charges. as defined in ORS 131.505. These costs will be$1.4 million in the first year,and increase Section 3.a.Driving under the influence of intoxicants to between$18.1 and$29.1 million per year after the fifth (ORS 813.010)shall be a class C felony if the defendant has number of who arepcha gedsandl convicted of driving underlthe'influence ineviolatnon of ORS 813 010,orets statutory counterparts. r w intoxicants as a felony. another jurisdiction,at least two times in the 10 years prior to the date of the current offense. Local Impact b.Once a person has been sentenced for a class C felony under this section,the 10-year time limitation is eliminated The measure does not require additional spending by local and any subsequent episode of driving under the influence of government.The measure directly reduces expenditures for intoxicants shall be a class C felony regardless of the amount local government by$400,000 in the first year and$3.2 to of time which intervenes. $4.6 million each year after that.The state will pay for local C.Upon conviction for a class C felony under this section, jail and probation costs for offenders who would have been .the person shall be sentenced to a mandatory minimum term convicted previously of misdemeanors.Currently,this is a of incarceration of 90 days,without reduction for any reason. county cost. d.The state shall fully reimburse any county for the coun- ty,s costs of incarceration,including any pretrial incarcera- implementing the Measure tion,for a person sentenced under this section. The current prison population is around 14,000.Over the next five years,the measure could require between 400 and 600 additional prison beds,depending on the number of people convicted of crimes under this measure. The measure does not identify a funding source.Today.the costs of prisons are paid for out of the state General Fund, which comes mostly from income taxes.The General Fund is also used to pay for public education,services for children,the elderly,and the disabled(including medical care),public safety, and other programs. committee Members: Secretary of State Kate Brown State Treasurer Ted Wheeler Scott L.Harra,Director,Dept.of Administrative Services Elizabeth Harchenko,Director,Dept.of Revenue Debra Guzman,Local Government Representative (The estimate of financial impact and explanation was provided by the above committee pursuant to DRS 250.127.) Explanatory Statement Ballot Measure 73 sets mandatory minimum sentences for certain repeat sex offenders and certain repeat intoxicated drivers. The measure provides that any person convicted of a "major felony sex crime" must be imprisoned for 25 years if the person has a"previous conviction"for a major felony sex crime.Under current law,a person convicted of a single major felony sex crime must serve a minimum sentence ranging from 5 years,10 months to 25 years,depending on the circumstances of the offense and the offender. The measure defines"major felony sex crime"to mean rape in the first degree,sodomy in the first degree,unlawful sexual penetration in the first degree and using a child in a display of sexually explicit conduct. The measure defines"previous conviction"to include two or more convictions in a single sentencing proceeding when the convictions are imposed for crimes committed in separate criminal episodes.It is possible for this measure to apply when the offender has not served previous time in prison for a major felony sex crime. The measure classifies driving while under the influence of intoxicants as a felony when a person is convicted of committing the crime for a third time in a 10-year period and anytime the person commits the crime thereafter.The measure requires that a person convicted of a felony under the measure be sentenced to a minimum term of incarcera- tion of 90 days. Under current law,the third conviction for driving while under the influence of intoxicants is classified as a misde- meanor.Under current law;the fourth conviction for driving under the influence of intoxicants is a felony.The Oregon Sentencing Guidelines provide for a non-mandatory sen- tence of at least 13 months in prison.This measure does not change the guideline sentence. The measure provides that state government shall fully reimburse county government for the cost of incarcerating a person sentenced for driving while under the influence of intoxicants under the measure. Committee Members: Appointed by: Doug Harcleroad Chief Petitioners Kevin L.Mannix Chief Petitioners Mark Wiener Secretary of State Jennifer Williamson Secretary of State Gregory Chaimov Members of the Committee (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) *1 All Citizens' Review Statement This Citizens'Statement,authorized by the 2009 State Legislature,was developed by an independent panel of 24 Oregon voters who chose to participate in the Citizens'Initiative Review process.The panelists were randomly selected from registered voters in Oregon and balanced to fairly reflect the state's voting population based upon location of residence,age,gender,parry affiliation, education,ethnicity,and likelihood of voting.Over a period of five days the panel heard from initiative proponents,opponents, and background witnesses.The panelists deliberated the measure and issued this statement.This statement has not been edited, altered,or approved by the Secretary of State. The opinions expressed in this statement are those of the members of a citizen panel and were developed through the citizen review process.They are NOT official opinions or positions endorsed by the State of Oregon or any government agency.A citizen panel is not a judge of the constitutionality or legality of any ballot measure,and any statements about such matters are not binding on a court of law. Citizen Statement of a Majority of the Panel Citizen Statement Opposed to the Measure Key Findings–The following are statements about the POSITION TAKEN BY 21 OF 24 PANELISTS measure and the number of panelists who agree with each statement: We,21 members of the Citizens'Initiative Review,oppose Ballot Measure 73 for the following reasons: • M73 shifts the balance of power in court proceedings, giving the prosecution additional leverage in plea bargain- ing and limiting the judge's discretion in sentencing indi- deterrent and has not been proven to increase public safety. vidual cases.(21 agree) Furthermore mandatory sentences are already in effect under Measure 11. • Passed in 1994,Measure 11 (ORS 137.700)provides manda tory minimum sentencing of 70-300 months for the major Measure 73 takes discretion and power away from judges felony sex crimes defined in Measure 73.(24 agree) giving leverage to the prosecution. People charged under this measure may be forced to plea bargain whether they • Mandatory minimum sentencing has not proven a signifi- are guilty or not,depriving them of their right to trial by cant deterrent to future DUII or sex crimes.(21 agree) jury. • An unintended consequence of M73 is that juveniles aged Measure 73 requires projected expenditures of$238 million 15 to 17 are subject to 25 year mandatory minimum sen- over the next 10 years which must come from cuts in other tence$.-(20 agree) programs or new taxes. • Oregon spends over 10.9%of its general funds on correc- This initiative leads to unintended consequences.Sexting falls tions_a greater percentage than any other state. under the definition of explicit material.No one convicted for (19 agree) felony sex offenses would receive the opportunity for treat- ment. www.review73.ora www.review73.org Shared Agreement Statement Citizen Statement in Favor of the Measure Public policy impacts all citizens—we have had the oppor- tunity to closely review material not readily available to POSITION TAKEN BY 3 OF 24 PANELISTS voters—and have tried to examine both sides of this measure in an unbiased manner. We,3 members of the Citizens'Initiative Review,support Ballot Measure 73 for the following reasons: www.review73.ora • This is a public safety measure. 9 This measure will take minimum mandatory sentences (70-100 months)on four major sex crimes to mandatory 300 months(25 years). • This measure changes a third conviction DUII from a misde- meanor to a Class C felony. • Measure 73 specifically targets only repeat serious sex offenders and repeat(third conviction)intoxicated drivers. • Statistics support that mandatory sentencing is effective on reduction of violent crime rate. • Measure 73 will cost only 1/5 of 1%of the General Fund. Summary:Measure 73 is carefully targeted at repeat violent sex offenders and third time DUII convictions.If passed it would make all Oregonians safer. www.review73.org Argument in Favor MEASURE 73 IS CAREFULLY TARGETED AT REPEAT VIOLENT SEX OFFENDERS AND THIRD TIME DRUNKEN DRIVERS. Measure 73 does two things as to sentencing: VOTE YES TO MAKE US ALL SAFER • When a person already has been convicted of a major (This information furnished by Tara Lawrence,Executive (Class A felony)sex crime,and then is convicted of a Director,OregonAnti-Crime Alliance.) second major sex crime,the criminal will be sent to prison for at least 25 years.These are the worst of the sexual predators.We need to keep them behind bars to protect the Argument in Favor public. • When a person is convicted for the third time of drunken Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance Urges You to driving,this will be a felony,and the defendant will be Vote YES on Measure 73 required to serve at least 90 days in jail.At present,the third conviction is still a misdemeanor,and there is no Measure 73 provides justice to victims of crime-and protects required jail time. society. Studies show that,on average,an intoxicated driver Sexual crimes are among the worst crimes because they has driven in an intoxicated state 80 times before he is injure victims both physically and emotionally.Even if the caught.This measure'finally imposes jail time on a third physical scars are healed,the emotional scars remain for the conviction.We need to make it clear that intoxicated rest of the victim's life. driving is unacceptable. T Important concerns for victims are that other people be There is some cost to government to provide these sen- tences.But there is a much greater cost to society if we allow, protected from the worst of these sexual predators,and that victims not be the worst of the repeat sex offenders back on the streets at called in for repeated hearings about whether any time.The damage they cause to victims never disappears. or not a major r sex offender should be released. There is also a great cost to society—and the victims of Measure 73 guarantees that a major sex offender who drunken driving-if we do not hold third-time repeat drunken commits a second Class A felony sex crime will serve at least drivers accountable for their actions. 25 years in prison on the second conviction. VOTE YES ON MEASURE 73 There is some cost to government in incarcerating these major sex offenders.However,the Criminal Justice Commis- (This information furnished by Kevin L.Mannix,Wayne Brady sion has determined that every$1 spent incarcerating such and Jim Thompson,Chief Petitioners.) violent criminals saves our society$4 as to the injuries and damages these criminals cause when they are loose: Argument in Favor We also support the 90-day minimum jail sentence for a third VOTE YES ON THE OREGON CRIMEFIGHTING ACT conviction for drunken driving.Drunken drivers are already (Measure 73) provided with treatment and opportunities to clean up their acts upon their first and second convictions.Measure 73 Make Oregon Safer simply says that a third conviction requires stronger account- The first responsibility of government is to protect its citi- ability—at least 90 days in jail—to make clear that drunken zens from harm. driving is,deadly and is unacceptable.Eventually,a drunken • Measure 73 helps carry out this most important gov- driver will maim or kill a passenger,occupants of another ernmental responsibility. vehicle,or pedestrians. • Measure 73 will incarcerate repeat serious sex offend- While many things need to be done to reduce drunken ers for 25 years. driving,by the time of a third conviction,the crime should be • Measure 73 will incarcerate repeat(third conviction) a felony with real jail time. intoxicated drivers for a minimum of 90 days. • Measure 73 locks up repeat criminals to protect all of We want to reduce the number of victims in Oregon.Measure US. 73 will make a significant difference.Please vote YES ON Victims of Sex Crimes Count MEASURE 73. • The American Medical Association has called sexual Tara Lawrence assault"the silent violent epidemic' Former Sherman County District Attorney and • The harm suffered by victims of sexual assault is Executive Director,Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance potentially catastrophic. • Measure 73 puts the worst repeat violent sex offenders (This information furnished by Tara Lawrence,Executive behind bars for a long time. Director,Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance.), • Measure 73 holds the offenders accountable and pre- vents these criminals from hurting more victims. Intoxicated Drivers are Dangerous • In Oregon,in 2008;233 traffic fatalities were alcohol or alcohol and drug related.This is 56%of the total Oregon traffic fatalities(416)! • Of the 19 children age 0-14 killed in alcohol-involved crashes between 2004 and 2008,11 (58%)were passen- gers in a vehicle operated by a driver who had been drinking. • On their first and second intoxicated driving convic- tions,offenders are offered treatment. • On their third conviction,it's time for 90 days in jail; Measure 73 does just that! The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement bythe State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. x ' X , k a°, N. ox fiscal crisis.We are deeply concerned about Measure 73 taking Argument In opposition money away from critical services like schools,healthcare and lready. The American Federation of State County and Municipal needed public safety programs.Too much has been cut a Employees Oregon Council 75 urges you to vote NO on MEASURE 73 WILL NOT MAKE US SAFER— RE O NEED Measure 73. REAL auLU T IONS Measure 73 would create mandatory minimum sentences Measure 73 is the wrong solution that will seriously threaten for a narrow spectrum of criminal offenses,leading to an our schools,healthcare and important public safety programs increase in prison overcrowding,yet doing nothing to prevent like the Oregon Youth Authority,court-supervised addiction these crimes from occurring.Oregon AFSCME Council 75 treatment,and victim services. represents most of the corrections officers in the State of Oregon,as well as other prison workers.From this perspec- JOIN PARTNERSHIP FOR SAFETY AND JUSTICE IN VOTING tive,it is clear that Measure 73 is not going to help our public NO ON MEASURE 73 safety system.In fact,Measure 73 does nothing to enhance public safety,and makes prisons more dangerous for www.NoOnMeasure73.com inmates,corrections officers,and other staff. (This information furnished by David Rogers,Partnership for While no one wants drunk drivers on the roads or sex offenders Safety and Justice.) in our neighborhoods,Measure 73 fails to solve those serious Argument In problems.Instead of protecting Oregonians,the Measure Ar g opposition forces an already over-burdened prison system to take on more offenders-and doesn't come up with a dime to pay for it. Oregon Educators Ask for Your NO Vote on Measure 73 Measure 73 is catchy slogan politics that allows Oregon's MEASURE 73 IS ANOTHER UNFUNDED MANDATE paid signature-gathering machine to continue throwing This measure is another unfunded mandate that will cost hun things in front of voters without regard for the burdens women, sfl dollars money be n ay placed o f the o from schools and other critical programs when too and other p ub employees are the folks who will have deal the k consequences.and the ap Oregon l eg slogan AFSCME o until 5 asks you. much money for one p ogrlam at the oexpense tof our schools. schools.y�ng up to loo y this is how Oregon's prisons should be managed.Let's work OREGON'S KIDS CANNOT AFFORD MEASURE 73 together and create solutions that make sense. Our job is to make sure all of Oregon's kids have the oppor Please vote NO on Measure 73. tunity to access a quality education.In these tough economic (This information furnished by Joseph E Baessler,Oregon times,our schools are already facing shortened school years AFSCME Council 75.) and increased class sizes.We cannot afford to divert another dollar away from Oregon's classrooms. Argument in Opposition MEASURE 73 IS THE WRONG SOLUTION TO A SERIOUS PARTNERSHIP FOR SAFETY AND JUSTICE PROBLEM IS VOTING NOON MEASURE 73 The measure is vague,poorly written and is filled with unin- tended consequences.It is supposed to punish repeat offend- MEASURE 73 IS THE WRONG SOLUTION TO sentencing on some going before a judge for rt a very first A SERIOUS PROBLEM time—even if the accused is a minor who is only 15 years old. This measure is so vague and poorly written it would require 25 year prison sentences for teens who pass along sexually MEASURE 73 SHORTCHANGES OUR KIDS'EDUCATION suggestive images by email or text message.These sorts of youthful mistakes should have accountability,but Measure 73 or take nmore money away $omiloiur deficit assrooms.Investing in has unintended consequences that go too far. education is the key to growing our economy and is the best Measure 73 says it's focused on"repeat offenders," but it tool we have in preventing crime.By investing in our public could be used to impoe someone going beforesthle judge for the first time!even if the cerati up saving money in incar- on costs over the long term. 0 members of accused,is a minor. Please join the 48,00 LONGER SENTENCES AT A JUDGE'S DISCRETION ARE THE The Oregon Education Association BEST WAY TO PROTECT OUR COMMUNITIE VOTE NO on MEASURE 73 Mandatory minimum sentencing schemes like"three strikes (This information furnished by BethAnne Darby,The Oregon and you're out" have been terrible failures..Courts need the Education Association.) discretion to best protect our communities and make sure the sentence fits the crime.Measure 73 imposes a one-size-fits- Argument in Opposition all approach that's the wrong solution. FORMER PROSFrt TORS FROM ACROSS OREGON This measure is so poorly written it lumps together two OppOSE MEASURE 73 entirely different crimes that have nothing to do with each other—drunk driving and sex crimes.This is a trick by Kevin Measure 73 is Poorly Written and Mannix,who continues to use Oregon's initiative process for Filled with Unintended Consequences his own political and economic profit. MEASURE 73 IS AN UNFUNDED MANDATE As former prosecutors,we are concerned this measure is THAT OREGON CAN'T AFFORD vague and so poorly written that it lumps together two entirely different crimes that have nothing to do with one another.M73 This measure will cost up to$60 million a budget cycle once it is is misleading.It says one thing,but does another. fully implemented,at a time when Oregon is battling a serious itute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. The printing of these arguments does not const M73 is supposed to only punish repeat offenders for some Vote No--Measure 73 is Filled with Unintended ConmMuenees crimes,but could also require mandatory minimum sentenc- ing for someone who comes before the court for the first Under Oregon's one-size-fits-all prison sentencing scheme, time—including when the accused is only 15 years old.Even more low risk offenders are incarcerated,making it less if someone has never been in trouble before,M73 could force likely that kids will be successfully rehabilitated and re-enter courts to impose a 25-year mandatory prison sentence. society as contributing citizens. If M73 passes,Oregonians will be stuck with the unintended consequences for years to Measure 73 Significantly Erodes Fairness in come—and with the multi-million dollar price tag. Our Justice System Measure 73 is poorly written. As former prosecutors,we believe that for our justice system to remain strong,we must have checks and balances to ensure Measure 73 has unintended consequences justice is tough,fair and--most importantly--keeps our communi- that could destroy young lives. ties safe.No one prosecutor is perfect.Measure 73 significantly Measure 73 is the wrong solution and wastes limited public jeopardizes the checks and balances upon which we all depend. resources in the process. Measure 73 is the Wrong Solution Please Join Juvenile Rights Project.Inc.in Voting"NO"on 73 This measure is so badly drafted that it could require up to (This information furnished by Mark McKechnie,MSW, 25-year mandatory minimum sentences for teens who pass Executive Director,Juvenile Rights Project Inc.) along sexually suggestive images by text message or email. These sorts of youthful mistakes should have consequences, Argument in Opposition but 25 years in prison is too extreme. Measure 73:a Poorly Written and Misleading Measure THE OREGON ALLIANCE FOR RETIRED AMERICANS IS VOTING NO MEASURE 73 Please join us,former prosecutors from across Oregon. The Oregon A111ance for Retired Americans strongly supports in Voting NO on Measure 73 policies that build safe and healthy communities.That is why Gregory Veralrud,Lane County we are voting NO on Measure 73. Valerie Wright,Deschutes/Lincoln County Oregon can't afford Measure 73 Richard E.Forcum,Jefferson County Measure 73 is an unfunded mandate that could cost up to $30 million a year,while the state is facing a huge deficit. Janie M.Burcart,Clatsop/Union/Malheur County Critical programs that impact kids,seniors and the disabled are being threiaatelned.We're voting NO on Measure 73 to Andrew Vandergaw,Lake County protect vital services such as,healthcare,schools,and Peter B.Fahy,Lincoln County human services. Downing M.Bethune,Multnomah County Measure 73 is the wrong solution Nancy A.Nordlander,Tillamook/Clatsop County Driving under the influence is a serious problem but Measure 73 doesn't offer real solutions.By focusing on prison and Michael Romano,Deschutes/Klamath/Coos County reducing access to addiction treatment,we will not break the cycle of drunk driving.Court supervised programs that www.NoOnMeasure73.com ensure offenders complete addiction treatment are proven to (This information furnished by Gregory Veralrud.) be successful,but Measure 73 will mean fewer people have access to those programs. Argument in Opposition Oregon doesn't need more sentencing gimmicks Leading Child Advocacy Group Urges Sentencing gimmicks like"three-strikes-you're-out"are "No"Vote on Measure 73 a miserable failure.Measure 73 proposes new mandatory minimums that tie the hands of courts and forces a one-size- For more than 25 years,Juvenile Rights Project,Inc.has fits-all sentencing structure.This is not an effective way to advocated for the needs of Oregon's at-risk youth and chil- reduce crime. dren in the foster care system. Measure 73 won't make us safer Vote No--Measure 73 is Poorly Written - While we all want to hold people accountable if they commit This measure is so poorly written that it could require 25-year crimes,this measure is the wrong solution.Advocates who mandatory minimum sentences for teens who pass along work with sexual assault victims say what Oregon really sexually suggestive images by text message or e-mail.These needs is stronger investment in fife-saving victim-assistance sorts of youthful mistakes should have consequences,but 25 programs.Measure 73 could jeopardize that funding. years in prison is too extreme. Oregon needs smart policies that help build safe and healthy Vote No--Measure 73 is the Wrong Solution communities.Measure 73-sends Oregon in the wrong direc- tion.73 is being sold as a"get tough"approach for repeat Measure 73 will further jeopardize already threatened et the way it is written could apply to youth r funding for critical senior programs that help the elderly,med- offenders, y pp y y appearing cally fragile and disabledlive independently and with dignity. before a judge for the first time and result in 25 years behind bars.. PLEASE JOIN THE OREGON ALLIANCE FOR Vote No--Measure 73 Wastes Resources and Young Lives RETIRED AMERICANS IN VOTING NO ON MEASURE 73`. The 15, 16 and 17 year-olds impacted by this measure have (This information furnished by Gerald S Morris,Oregon some of the lowest re-offense rates compared to adults or Alliance for Retired Americans.) other types of troubled teens,and M73 will deny teens access to treatment services when they are sent to adult prisons. The printing of these arguments does not consfime an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. • The National Alliance to End Sexual Violence(NAESV) Argument in Opposition opposes mandatory minimum sentences for sex offenders. YOUTH CORRECTIONS OFFICERS: They say mandatory minimums have negative conse- quences that"can result in fewer sex offenders being MEASURE 73 WILL NOT MAKE US SAFER prosecuted and/or traded,thus NAESV opposes mandatory We are the union that represents front-line workers at Oregon minimum sentences'http://naesv.org/2009/?page_id=87 Youth Authority facilities across the state. • Incarceration is important,but it isn't the only way to bers work every day with gang members,youth create safety.The more money Oregon spends on incarcer Our mem - with mental health issues,youth who commit sex crimes,and ation,the less money we can spend on other public safety others who have entered the criminal justice system. services—including sexual assault services. We urge you to vote NO on Measure 73. HELP US END VIOLENCE PREVENT MORE BUDGET CUTS TO CRITICAL SERVICES The critical work that is done in youth corrections to help JOIN US IN VOTING NO ON MEASURE 73 young people avoid becoming career criminals would be damaged by the passage of Measure 73.Our members make (This information furnished byTerrie A. Violence.),Oregon sure that these youth serve their sentences.But we also fight Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence.) to make sure they are getting the treatment they need so they Argument in opposition can turn their lives around.We make a difference in the lives of youth who are at the crossroads between a life of crime Oregon Voices Urges You to OPPOSE Measure 73 and a productive return to our community. Already we are short-staffed and are,being threatened with More and more people are recognizing that Oregon needs a the closure of youth corrections facilities—including one that common sense approach to public safety.Laws like Measure specializes in the treatment of youth sex offenders.Measure size-fits-all aren't 11 approach o cams al justice that costs our State 73 is an unfunded mandate that will make our communities size-fits-all app ork. hundreds of millions of dollars without increasing public safety. less safe by taking money away from programs that w Vote NO on Measure 73.It's the wrong solution and we M73.is not common sense. cannot afford to pay for this tired sentencing gimmick when It is badly written and the wrong solution. we are closing youth corrections facilities. M73 is so badly written that it would apply to people coming Measure 73 ties the hands of criminal courts and forces a before a court for the very first time.It would put teenagers one-size-tits-all sentencing approach.From our members' in prison for 25 years for having consensual simages contact text work with youth in the criminal justice system,we know that or for"sexting"—sending sexually suggestive one size does not fit all.VOTE NOON MEASURE 73. have consequences,but 251 earns nopr soon s'tookextreme. Measure 73 is an unfunded mandate that would stretch the S endin man millions of tax a er dollars for a tool public safety system beyond the breaking point. courts don't need is not common sense. That is why our union—SEW Local 503— Prosecutors and urges you to VOTE NO ON MEASURE 73. deal with the crimes g tools covered by M73.Oegonlawerequi requires (This information furnished byArthurTowers,Service lengthy mandatory prison sentences for these crimes.Our Employees International Union,Local 503.) State is in its worst fiscal crisis in decades,with no end in sight.Yet M73 would cost Oregonians over$100 million in the Argument in Opposition first five years,and the cost will just keep growing.Let's use that money for education,critical services,and public safety THE OREGON COALITION AGAINST DOMESTIC AND efforts that would bring real benefits to Oregonians. SEXUAL VIOLENCE OPPOSES MEASURE 73 We at Oregon Voices see the impact of mandatory minimum Sexual violence is a serious problem in Oregon. sentences up close.We see how ordinary people,adults and We want this violence to end.That's why we're voting NO. teenagers,suffer through the nightmare of one-size-fits-all e 73 is an unfunded mandate on Oregon drafted by criminal laws.Chances are you've seen that happen too.Yes, Measur people who didn't work with sexual assault service p roviders. people who make mistakes should be held accountable,and they are--under current Oregon law.M73 is unnecessary.It The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence is is extreme and expensive.It makes no sense. deeply concerned about the unintended consequences of M73. Oregon Voices urges you to Vote NO on M73. • Domestic and sexual violence services are already severely www.oregonvoices.org underfunded and face even more cuts.In 2009,over 19,500 requests for emergency shelter from violence in Oregon (This information furnished by Gwendolyn Griffith Lieuallen, couldn't be met due to inadequate funding. Oregon Voices.) • Oregon public safety spending is out of balance.It doesn't Argument in Opposition make sense to further jeopardize Oregon's ability to meet thousands of pleas for help by having increased sentences WE SE VE SEXUAL AS SA ILT SURVIVORS AND WE OPPOSE for DUlls and fewer than 20 sex offenders a year at a cost of MEASURE 73 tens of millions,while women's shelters overflow. Oregon already spends over$1.4 BILLION a biennium on Every time someone is sexually assaulted,it's a tragedy.In Oregon,these tragedies happen far too often and there are incarceration,while the Oregon Domestic and Sexual Vio- ripple effects throughout individuals,families and communi- lence Services Fund remains severely under-resourced. ties.Oregon must end this violence.But Measure 73 is not • Sex offenders can already receive sentences longer than the answer the current mandatory minimum.It's the duty of a well- informed court to listen to victims and make just decisions. doesthe state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement bythe State of Oregon,nor Measure 73:DOESN'T ADDRESS ROOT PROBLEMS prison sentences will result in loss of employment.This Most sexual violence is committed by someone the survivor punishes families,without changing the behavior. knows.Most sexual violence is not reported to the police and Oregon Can't Afford Measure 73 even fewer cases will end in a conviction.Holding people accountable in the justice system is important,but it is just Ballot Measure 73 will cost taxpayers up to an additional one part of a much larger public safety response. $30 million per year.This is an unfunded mandate.Meanwhile, Measure 73:WON'T HELP MOST SURVIVORS Measure 73 would reduce access to evidence-based programs Oregon's domestic and sexual violence programs provide core. that cost less and are more effective in preventing future DUlls. public safety services.We help thousands of women and chil- Bottom Line:DUII-Treatment-Courts dren rebuild their lives and we help prevent future violence. Are Significantly More Effective and Cheaper! Our services are available even if the crime is not reported. Please Join the Addiction Counselor Certification Board of Measure 73:DOESN'T SUPPORT SERVICES Oregon and Vote No on Measure 73 Domestic and sexual violence services are already severely underfunded and can't meet the demand for assistance. (This information furnished by Eric Martin,The Addiction In 2009,over 19,500 requests for emergency shelter from Counselor Certification Board of Oregon.) violence in Oregon couldn't be met because programs are underfunded.In order to create public safety,we need to Argument in opposition ensure that shelter and safety services are available to every THE HUMAN SERVICES COALITION OF OREGON one who needs them. OPPOSES MEASURE 73 Measure 73:WON'T SAVE MONEY Oregon is fading a multibillion dollar deficit in the next The Human Services Coalition of Oregon represents more budget cycle.Measure 73 would add millions to the deficit. than 80 individuals and social service providers,mental Oregon can't afford more multi-million dollar sentencing health&healthcare advocates,child welfare groups,disabil requirements and costly prisons when we're already turning ity groups and senior organizations.We work everyday on the down thousands of victims asking for help. frontlines for Oregon's most vulnerable and medically fragile people.We do it because we are committed to helping those PLEASE JOIN US IN VOTING"NO"ON MEASURE 731 in need. Bradley Angle MEASURE 73 HURTS FAMILIES&WORKING OREGONIANS Saving Grace:Imagine Life without Violence Sexual Assault Support Services DUII is a serious problem,but Measure 73 is the wrong solu Rebecca Peatow Nickels,MSW,Executive Director of Portland tion.It will hurt families.Over two thirds of people with DUlls Women's Crisis Line in treatment are employed.Measure 73's mandatory prison (This information furnished by Maria Paladino,Sexual Assault sentences would result in loss of employment.This punishes families,without changing the behavior of the family member Support Services. with an addiction problem. Argument in Opposition MEASURE 73•AN UNFUNDED MANDATE THE ADDICTION COUNSELOR CERTIFICATION BOARD OF This measure is another unfunded mandate that will cost OREGON SAYS VOTE NOON MEASURE 73 hundreds from millions serovi c es like schools andthealth taken when Oregon Needs Real Solutions to Drunk Driving too much has been cut already. There could be some confusion about Measure 73 which OREGON IS ALREADY FALLING SHORT IN PROVIDING creates new mandatory sentencing schemes for two com- CRITICAL SERVICES LIKE HEALTHCARE AND EDUCATION pletely unrelated offenses:Driving Under the Influence of Intoxicants(DUII)and sex offenses.M73 is so poorly written Especially in times of economic crisis,it's critical that we that it lumps together two entirely different crimes. protect the basic services that vulnerable Oregonians rely on. That means: Measure 73 will have a huge impact on Oregon DUII.It focuses on new mandatory prison sentences for repeat drunk --protecting in-home care,which lets seniors and people with drivers which has been proven to be an ineffective deterrent. disabilities live in their own homes with independence and dignity Ballot Measure 73 may be"tough"but it's not smart --protecting health care services for 80,000 Oregon children Locking up people for DUII's doesn't work.People with alcohol and drug addiction problems have high recidivism rates as --and protecting treatment and supervision programs that soon as they get out of jail.As addiction counselors we know help keep our communities safe the research shows court supervised treatment programs are 73 IS MEASURE SOMETHING OREGON JUST CAN'T AFFORD the most successful approach to preventing future DUlls. .,.NOW OR IN THE FUTURE Measure 73 decreases access to addiction treatment and will In times of crisis,our state needs more flexibility to balance not make our streets safer the budget.Measure 73 would give us less. Over the past 10 years,people with"multiple-DUlls"who ON OF E HUMAN SERVICES COALITION SE JOIN THE I completed a specific Oregon-based court-supervised treat- PLEASE H VOTING NO MEASURE ment program had a recidivism rate of only 2.3%one year later.That's significantly lower than those who went to (This information furnished by Ryan Fisher,Human Services prison.People with repeat DUlls should be held accountable Coalition of Oregon(HSCO). and that can include incarceration,but imposing longer sen- tences doesn't reduce relapses—treatment does. Measure 73 hurts families.Over two thirds of people with DUlls in treatment are employed.Measure 73's mandatory The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. X�xt �.. Proposed by initiative petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 2,2010. Result of "yes" vote Summary "Yes"vote establishes supply system,low income assistance Current law allows specified individuals to become registered program for medical marijuana cardholders;establishes growers of medical marijuana by meeting criteria;does not research program;grants limited state regulation authority; allow marijuana sales or state assistance to cardholders allows limited marijuana sales. in obtaining marijuana;limits growers to six mature plants and 24 ounces of useable marijuana for each cardholder; limits certain growers to growing for four cardholders; Result of "no" vote limits growers'reimbursements.Measure creates medical marijuana supply system composed of licensed dispensaries "No"vote retains current law without:supply or assistance pro and producers.Establishes licensing guidelines.Producers grams for medical marijuana cardholders;or authorization for and dispensaries can possess 24 plants and 96 ounces of state organized scientific program;or medical marijuana sales. marijuana.Allows limited sales(by expanding cost categories currently not reimbursable).Exempts dispensaries,dispen- sary employees,and producers from most marijuana criminal statutes.Establishes low income cardholders'assistance program.Allows state to conduct or fund research of card- holders'marijuana use.Retains grow registration system. Other provisions. Estimate of financial impact The measure will require estimated state expenditures between$400,000 and$600,000 each year beginning in 2012. 'These costs are to be paid only from program fees required by the measure. The exact amount by which the measure will increase state rev- enues cannot be determined.Potential additional state revenue could range from a minimum of$400,000.to a maximum of between$3 million and$20 million in the first year.The amount of revenue will be affected by the number of dispensaries, number of participants,pricing and costs of production. The measure has no direct effect on local government spend- ing or revenues. T @Xt Of Measure [(7)](9)"Marijuana grow site"means a location where mMeasure juana is produced for use by a registry identification cardholder An Act and that is registered under the provisions of ORS 475.304. Be it Enacted by the People of the State of Oregon: [(8)](10)"Medical use of marijuana" means the produc- tion,possession,delivery,or administration of marijuana,or This Act shall be known as: paraphernalia used to administer marijuana,as necessary for the exclusive benefit of a person to mitigate the symptoms or The Oregon Regulated.Medical Marijuana Supply System effects of the person's debilitating medical condition. SECTION 1.ORS 475.302 is amended to read: [(g)](11)"Production" has the meaning given that term in 475.302 Definitions for ORS 475.300 to 475.346.As used in ORS 475.005. ORS 475.300 to 475.346: [(10)](12)"Registry identification card" means a document issued by the department that identifies a person authorized (1)"Attending physician" means a physician licensed under to engage in the medical use of marijuana and the person's ORS chapter 677 who has primary responsibility for the care designated primary caregiver,if any. and treatment of a person diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition. (13)"Regulated medical marijuana supply system"or (2)"Debilitating medical condition" means: "system"means the method authorized by rules adopted by the department for producing and distributing medical mari- (a)Cancer,glaucoma,agitation due to Alzheimer's disease, juana to registry identification cardholders and the individu- positive status for human immunodeficiency virus or acquired als and nonprofit entities licensed to produce and distribute . , immune deficiency syndrome,or treatment for these conditions; medical marijuana to registry identification cardholders. [(11)](14)"Usable marijuana"means the dried leaves and (b)A medical condition or treatment fora medical condition flowers of the plant Cannabis family Moraceae,and any mixture that produces,for a specific patient,one or more of the following: or preparation thereof,that are appropriate for medical use as (A)Cachexia; allowed in ORS 475.300 to 475.346."Usable marijuana"does not include the seeds,stalks and roots of the plant. (B)Severe pain; [(12)](15)"Written documentation" means a statement (C)Severe nausea; signed by the attending physician of a person diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition or copies of the person's (D)Seizures,including but not limited to seizures,caused by relevant medical records. epilepsy;or SECTION 2.Sections 3,4 and 5 of this Act are added to and (E)Persistent muscle spasms,including but not limited to made a part of ORS 475.300 to 475.346. spasms caused by multiple sclerosis;or SECTION 3. (1)The Department of Human Services shall (c)Any other medical condition or treatment for a medical establish a regulated medical marijuana supply system. condition adopted by the department by rule or approved by No general fund revenue shall be used to establish the the department pursuant to a petition submitted pursuant to system.The system shall be funded through program fees. ORS 475.334. The purpose of the system is to provide a safe,regulated supply of medical marijuana for registry identification (3)"Delivery"has the meaning given that term in ORS cardholders and to provide revenue to help fund the 475.005. "Delivery"does not include transfer of marijuana by systems established under ORS 475.300 to 475.346 and a registry identification cardholder to another registry identi- other department programs. fication cardholder if no consideration is paid for the transfer. ' (2)The provisions of this section are intended only to provide (4)"Department"means the Department of Human Services. for an adequate supply of medical marijuana for registry iden- tification cardholders,do not allow any selling of marijuana (5) "Designated primary caregiver" means an individual 18 years of age or older who has significant responsibil- and are not intended to change current civil or criminal laws governing the use of marijuana for nonmedical purposes. ity for managing the well-being of a person who has been diagnosed with a debilitating medical condition and who (3)The purpose of the regulated medical marijuana supply is designated as such on that person's application for a system is to supplement the current system which requires registry identification card or in other written notification to patients to produce their own medicine.The system shall the department."Designated primary caregiver"does not not infringe on a registry identification cardholder's ability to include the person's attending physician. produce the registry identification cardholder's own medical marijuana or to designate a person responsible for a marijuana (6)"Dispensary" means any nonprofit entity,including the grow site to do so for the registry identification cardholder. directors,employees or agents of such an entity,licensed to possess,produce,deliver,transport,supply and dispense ,(4)(a)All medical marijuana dispensed by the system shall usable medical marijuana and medical marijuana plants to be produced by licensed producers. registry identification cardholders and to other dispen- saries.Dispensaries may also assist patients with other (b)Notwithstanding ORS 475.304: products and services including equipment,supplies,and ( A)A licensed dispensary may dispense medical marijuana educational materials. and medical marijuana plants to any registry identification (7)"Licensed medical marijuana producer"or"producer" cardholder or person responsible for a marijuana grow site means a person or an entity licensed to produce medical mari- for use by the patient.A dispensary may be reimbursed for juana and medical marijuana plants for dispensaries.A licensed the costs associated with the production and dispensing of medical marijuana producer may be an individual Oregon the medical marijuana. resident and the employees of the individual or a licensed dis- (B)A licensed producer may provide medical marijuana and pensary and the directors and employees of the dispensary. medical marijuana plants to licensed dispensaries and be [(6)](8)"Marijuana" has the meaning given that term in reimbursed for the costs associated with the production of ORS 475.005. the medical marijuana and medical marijuana plants.A pro- ducer may transfer for no consideration medical marijuana and medical marijuana plants to any registry identification r F �#ffca!�U'!t}�er►er�j�1��#iian 1;'�ers`F'�r»p�let � �, cardholder or person responsible for a marijuana grow site amount established l department by the department by rule.The in tial for use by the patient. fee for a dispensary license is$2,000. (5)System revenues shall be used to fund: (f)Proof of Oregon residency of all principal officers,board (a)Costs associated with the implementation and opera- members and employees. tion of the system established under this Act; (g)Any other information the department considers necessary. (b)The registry system established under ORS 475.300 to (h)A dispensary license is valid for one year and shall be 475.346; renewed prior to the expiration of a current license. (c)The scientific research program established under (i)The department shall issue a dispensary registry section 5 of this Act; identification card to each listed director and employee of a (d)The program to assist low-income and needy registry qualifying dispensary within 30 days of issuing a license.The identification cardholders in obtaining medical marijuana, fee for each card shall initially be set at$10. established under section 4 of this Act;and (12)The Department of Human Services shall establish (e)Other department programs. by rule a medical marijuana production site registration system to authorize production of marijuana by a producer. (6)(a)A person who has been convicted of a violent felony The medical marijuana production site registration system listed in ORS 137.635 or a felony theft offense listed in adopted must require a producer to submit an application to 164.015 shall not be licensed as a producer or as an employee the department that includes: of a producer or be licensed as a director or employee of a dispensary for five years from the date of the conviction. (a)The name of the producer responsible for the medical Any person convicted of a felony manufacturing or delivery marijuana production site and any employees of the producer. violation of 475.840(1)(a)or(b)after the effective date of this Act,may not be licensed as a producer or as an employee Ib►The addresses of the property used by the producer to of a producer or be licensed as a director or employee of a produce marijuana. dispensary for five years from the date of the conviction. (c)A nonrefundable fee paid to the department in the (b)The department shall conduct a criminal under ORS 81 534 of any person whose name scsubmitt d fee for a producer license s$1,000. department by rule.The initial as a dispensary director or employee or as a producer or (d)Proof of Oregon residency and age.Producers and employee of a producer in order to comply with Section(6)(a). employees of producers must be at least 21 years of age. (c)A person who is less than 21 years of age may not be an employee or director of a dispensary or be a producer or be (e)Any other information the department considers necessary. an employee of a producer. (f)A producer license is valid for one year and shall be renewed prior to the expiration of a current license. (7)Any dispensary,or any location used by a licensed pro- ducer to produce medical marijuana is subject to reasonable (g)The Department shall issue a producer registry iden- . inspection by the department. tification card to each listed producer and employee of the (8)All dispensaries and producers shall submit quarterly producer within 30 days of issuing a license who has met reports on all of their financial transactions,including trans- the requirements of this section.The fee for each card shall fers for no consideration. initially be set at$10. (9)Dispensaries and producers shall pay to the department (h)The Department shall issue a medical marijuana pro- quarterly fees equal to 10 percent of their gross revenue. duction site card to each producer that has met the require- ments of this section.The medical marijuana production (10)The department shall promulgate administrative site card must be prominently posted at the location of the rules necessary to implement this Act within 6 months of medical marijuana production site. the effective date of this Act,including,but not necessarily (13)A dispensary or producer may not: limited to,rules governing: (a)Dispense to any registry identification cardholder (a)Permissible locations for dispensaries;initially dispen medical marijuana or marijuana plants in excess of the saries shall not be established within 1,000 feet of any school amounts allowed under ORS 475.320;or or within residential neighborhoods; Minimum requirements for security plans of dispensa- (b)Possess more marijuana plants or usable medical mari- (brie ))and juana than allowed by department rule.These amounts shall initially be set at the amounts that a person responsible for a (c)Penalties for dispensaries if directors or employees of a marijuana grow site for four patients may possess under the dispensary are convicted of criminal violations involving the current marijuana grow site registry system. operation of the dispensary. (14)(a)A medical marijuana dispensary including its direc- (11)The department shall issue a dispensary license to a tors,agents and employees of the dispensary are excepted nonprofit entity that submits to the department: from the criminal laws of this state for possession,production, delivery,or transportation of marijuana,or aiding and abetting (a)The name of the entity and any name used in dispensing another in the possession,production,delivery,or transporta- medical marijuana. tion of marijuana,or any other criminal offense in which pos- session,production,delivery,or transportation of marijuana (b)The address of any property used by the dispensary to is an element if the dispensary and the directors,agents and possess,produce,deliver,transport,dispense,or distribute employees of the dispensary are in substantial compliance marijuana. with this section and the applicable rules adopted by the (c)The names,addresses and dates of birth of all principal department for regulating medical marijuana dispensaries. officers and board members of the dispensary. (b)The department may suspend or revoke the license of (d)The names,addresses and dates of birth of all dispen- a dispensary that is not in substantial compliance with this section.The department,by rule,may also establish fines and sary employees. penalties for minor violations of the provisions of this section. � �� gy s y W", Measures[ (c)A producer with a valid license is excepted from the medical marijuana used by registry identification cardhold- criminal laws of this state for possession,production, ers of the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program. delivery,or transportation of marijuana,or aiding and abetting another in the possession,production,delivery,or (a)The purpose a the research is a assist benefits using and patients in evaluating the risks and benefits of using transportation of marijuana,or any other criminal offense in medical marijuana and to provide a scientific basis for which possession,production,delivery,or transportation of future policies. marijuana is an element if the producer is in substantial com- pliance with this section and the applicable rules adopted by (b)The department may provide grants to persons in this the department for regulating medical marijuana producers. state to conduct such research. (d)The department may suspend or revoke any producer's (c)Research may include developing quality control,purity, license that is not in substantial compliance with this section. and labeling standards for medical marijuana dispensed The department,by rule,may,also establish fines and penal- through the system. ties for minor violations of the provisions of this section. (2)The department shall report the results of the (15)A person authorized to possess,produce,deliver or research required under subsection(1)of this section to transport marijuana for medical use pursuant to Section 3 of the Advisory Committee on Medical Marijuana established this Act is not excepted from the criminal laws of this state if under ORS 475.303. the person: Section 6.Severability.If any Section or part of this Act is (a)Drives under the influence of marijuana as provided in declared invalid,then all the remaining Sections remain in effect. ORS 813.010. Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and (b)Engages in the possession,production,distribution,or italic]type indicates deletions or comments. transportation of marijuana in public view. (c)Delivers marijuana to any individual who the person knows is not a registry identification cardholder. (d)Manufactures or distributes marijuana at an address not registered with the department. (e)Fails to report transfer of medical marijuana authorized under this section to the department. (16)Dispensaries shall be established as nonprofit entities. They shall be subject to all applicable Oregon laws govern- ing nonprofit entities,but need not have received 501(c)(3) tax exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service. (17)List of persons and entities licensed as dispensaries and producers shall be protected by the same provisions protecting registry identification cardholders,designated primary caregivers and authorized grow sites under the disclosure rules established by ORS 475.331. (18)Effect of possession of producer card or dispensary card on search and seizure rights shall have the same effect of possession of registry identification card or designated primary caregiver card established under ORS 475.323 (19)A law enforcement officer who determines that a dis- pensary or producer cardholder is in possession of amounts of usable marijuana or numbers of marijuana plants in excess of the amount or number authorized by this Act may confiscate only any usable marijuana or plants that are in excess of the amount or number authorized. SECTION 4.(1)The Department of Human Services,with input from the Advisory Committee on Medical Marijuana, shall develop and adopt rules to implement a program to assist low-income and needy registry identification cardholders in obtaining medical marijuana.The purpose of this program is to help patients who would not,otherwise have safe access to obtain a minimum safe supply of medical marijuana. (2)(a)The department shall annually review the program, submit an annual report on the program to the Advisory Com- mittee on Medical Marijuana,and,with input from the Advi- sory Committee on Medical Marijuana,adopt rules and proce- dures necessary to improve the operation of this program. (b)The department shall,if necessary,establish penalties for violations of the rules adopted under this section. (3)No general fund revenue shall be used for this program. This program shall be funded by system fees. SECTION 5.(1)The Department of Human Services may• conduct scientific research into the efficacy and safety of Explanatory Statement Ballot Measure 74 changes state law by directing the Oregon Health Authority(OHA),formerly part of the Department of Human Services,to establish an OHA regulated medical mari- juana supply system as an additional component to the Oregon Medical Marijuana Act.The supply system will be funded through program fees;no General Fund revenue may be used and additional revenue,if any,would fund other OHA programs. Under current law,registry identification cardholders must grow their own medical marijuana or have it grown for them by their caregiver or a third-party grower.Under the current system,any grower may provide up to 4 people each 6 mature marijuana plants,and 18 starts or seedlings,and 24 ounces(1.5 pounds)of useable marijuana. k In addition to currently allowed grow sites,the proposed measure would authorize licensed dispensaries to dispense medical marijuana to cardholders.Licensed producers may provide medical marijuana to iicsnStem.fDispensaries and may be dispensed in the supply y producers may be reimbursed for their costs.Producers may transfer medical marijuana for no consideration to cardhold ers or persons responsible for medical marijuana grow sites. Supply system revenue,if any,must be used for the costs of the system,the existing medical marijuana registry system, assistance p programs as determined by OHA rdholders and other OHA The measure requires a criminal records check and prohibits licensing persons convicted within 5 years of certain violent felonies;certain felony theft off ersonnel p oducerstandor delivery of drugs.Dispensary p employees must be at least 21 years old and Oregon residents. The measure subjects dispensaries and producers to regu- lation and inspection by OHA and requires financial reporting. The OHA must adopt rules that govern dispensary locations and security plans,inspections of dispensaries and produc- ers,and that establish civil penalties for violations.This gives broad authority to OHA and does not require the involvement of law enforcement or other agencies. The measure directs OHA to issue a one-year renew- able license to producers and dispensaries.Producers and dispensaries will pay fees including a 10%fee on all income. Initially,the licensing fee is$1,000 for producers and$2,000 for dispensaries. Each dispensary and producer may possess 24 mature marijuana plants,72 starts or seedlings,and 96 ounces (6 pounds)of usable marijuana.While-these e mount fore allowed for current grow sites,they may changed producers or dispensaries by OHA by administrative rule.The measure exempts dispensaries and producers from certain Oregon marijuana-related criminal laws. The measure directs OHA to create a program assisting low- income and The OHA must review cardholders ev ew andreport on the program annuallya The measure authorizes OHA to conduct or fund research on medical marijuana and directs OHA to report the research results. corri'mittee Members: Appointed by: Chief Petitioners Greg Barton Chief Petitioners Anthony Johnson Secretary of State Sheriff Tom Bergin Secretary of State Josh Marquis Grant Higginson Members of the Committee (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) Citizens' Review Statement This Citizens'Statement,authorized by the 2009 State Legislature,was developed by an independent panel of 24 Oregon voters who chose to participate in the Citizens'Initiative Review process.The panelists were randomly selected from reg- istered voters in Oregon and balanced to fairly reflect the state's voting population based upon location of residence,age, gender,party affiliation,education,ethnicity,and likelihood of voting.Over a period of five days the panel heard from initiative proponents,opponents,and background witnesses.The panelists deliberated the measure and issued this statement.This statement has not been edited,altered,or approved by the Secretary of State. The opinions expressed in this statement are those of the members of a citizen panel and were developed through the citizen review process.They are NOT official opinions or positions endorsed by the State of Oregon or any government agency.A citizen panel is not a judge of the constitutionality or legality of any ballot measure,and any statements about such matters are not binding on a court of law. Citizen Statement of a Majority of the Panel Citizen Statement in Favor of the Measure Key Findings—The following are statements about the POSITION TAKEN BY 13 OF 24 PANELISTS measure and the number of panelists who agree with each statement. We,13 members of the Citizens'Initiative Review,support Ballot Measure 74 for the following reasons: • The language of the measure lacks clarity on regulation, operation,and enforcement.(23 agree) • Implements a dispensary system for patients to acquire medical marijuana in a timely manner • Medical marijuana provides recognized benefits for many serious conditions,some of which may not respond to • Provides improved access to safe,alternative treatment other treatments.(21 agree) of serious medical conditions while reducing harmful side effects and addiction from opiates • Dispensaries are non-profit entities licensed to possess, produce,sell,transport,and supply medical marijuana to • Generates jobs for residents providing a boost to Oregon's cardholders and other dispensaries.(23 agree) economy • Oregon Health Authority,with input from an advisory com- • Self-sustaining program with potential to increase state mittee and public hearings,shall develop administrative revenue without imposing new taxes rules.(21 agree) • Introduces additional regulations and control to an existing • The program is financially self-sustaining and may provide program previously approved by Oregon voters funds for research.(22 agree) • Statewide public hearings allow for actual voter input in the • The measure shall provide an assistance program for low rule making process income cardholding patients to obtain medical marijuana. Summary:Measure 74 creates a safe,compassionate and (21 agree) prompt access program for Oregon medical marijuana www.review74.or4 patients,introduces regulation,and is financially sound. www.review74.org Shared Agreement Statement Public policy impacts all citizens—we have had the Citizen Statement Opposed to the Measure opportunity to closely review material not readily available POSITION TAKEN BY 11 OF 24 PANELISTS to voters—and have tried to examine both sides of this measure in an unbiased manner. We,11 members of the Citizens'Initiative Review,oppose www.review74.ora Ballot Measure 74 for the following reasons: • Proponents are saying"trust us"before rules are made. • Oregonians will not have a vote on such critical details as: maximum number of dispensaries,purchase limit for indi- viduals in a given time period,perialties for infractions,and statewide recordkeeping for cardholders. • Convicted felons can become dispensary directors or employees five years after conviction. • Dispensary directors and their employees are exempt from prosecution for marijuana related activities when in"sub- stantial compliance." • "Substantial compliance"is not defined or enforceable according to district attorneys and law enforcement. • Availability of marijuana will increase,inviting illegal activity. Summary:Measure 74,a thinly veiled attempt to legalize marijuana,has a high probability of being abusedl www.review74.oro 01011-4, 00,0000111,MITI, Argument in Favor FEDERAL POLICY NOW OPEN TO STATE REGULATION FORMER POLICE CHIEF SAYS VOTE'YES'ON MEASURE 74' With 14 states now allowing medical marijuana,federal policy has changed.Attorney General Eric Holder has directed federal MEDICAL MARIJUANA REGULATION AND ACCOUNTABILITY law enforcement agencies not to pursue criminal cases in which people are"complying with state laws on medical marijuana" Measure 74 will,for the first time,regulate Oregon's medical marijuana supply system,making it more accountable.This This means that Oregon can now move to regulate the supply proposal will allow patients to safely obtain their medicine of marijuana for medical use.Measure 74 would provide that from regulated,nonprofit clinics. regulation. As the former police chief of Portland,I would much rather This regulated system would be a big improvement.Today, see clinics like pharmacies dispensing medical marijuana to with no rules on medical marijuana supplies,money flows to qualified,seriously ill patients.Today,patients often must go to black-market profiteers who take advantage of patients.Even black-market profiteers and criminals. some who grow marijuana legally for patients might sell some to non-medical users. Measure 74 builds on our existing regulatory system for medical marijuana,which has worked well.Currently,more Under Measure 74,growers and suppliers must be licensed, than 35,000 qualified,seriously ill patients in Oregon are regis- subject to new rules,background checks and limitations.Clinics tered,carrying special identification cards.That's a great help to that dispense medical marijuana would have to be nonprofit law enforcement officers.They can see who is,or isn't,legally operations.All would pay licensing fees and taxes and would entitled to use medical marijuana. be held accountable for complying with state law. WHAT'S MISSING NOW IS REGULATION OF SUPPLY Oregon already has solid regulations to verify patients'quali- fications for medical Marrijuane use.Measure 74 extends that The big flaw in our law is the lack of a regulated supply system. regulatory system to cover their supply of this medicine.It is a The result:Too many loopholes.Who can grow marijuana?How responsible next step. much?For whom?Are growers known to law enforcement?Are they subject to inspection? VoteYES on Measure 74 for responsible medical marijuana regulation. Failing to regulate supply opens the door to misunderstanding, conflict and abuse.It's bad for patients and bad for law enforcement. Kris Olson,Former U.S.Attorney for the District of Oregon MEASURE 74 REGULATES SUPPLY (This information furnished by Andrea Meyer,Oregonians for AND MAKESTHE SYSTEM MORE ACCOUNTABLE Responsible Regulation of Medical Marijuana.) Measure 74 requires that suppliers be licensed,regulated and Argument In Favof accountable,subject to background checks and inspections. They will have to pay fees and taxes. OREGON DOCTORS SAY'YEFS'TO MEASURE 74 Medical marijuana clinics must operate as fully accountable, REGULATED,SAFE ACCESS TO A NECESSARY not-for-profit entities.They,too,must pay fees and taxes.The MEDICINE FORTHE SERIOUSLY ILL locations of any dispensaries will be regulated. As physicians,our first duty is to our patients.We want patients Measure 74 will create a much safer system for patients,one to have access to the best tools available for diagnosis and that law enforcement can supervise more effectively. treatment. VOTEYES on Measure 74 to help seriously ill patients maintain We support Measure 74 because it improves the law that allows a good quality of life,while helping law enforcement regulate seriously ill patients to use cannabis(marijuana)as a medicine medical marijuana. upon their doctor's recommendation. Tom Potter,Chief of Portland Police Bureau,(Ret.),and Mayor Measure 74 will enhance the care and well-being of thousands of Portland,(Ret.) of seriously ill patients.It will reduce pain and suffering and (This information furnished by Andrea Meyer,Oregonians for improve quality of life. ` Responsible Regulation of Medical Marijuana.) PATIENTS NEED BETTER,SAFER WAYTO GETTHEIR MEDICINE Argument in Favor Measure 74 fixes problems with our existing medical cannabis law.For the first time,it creates a regulated,accountable FORMER FEDERAL PROSECUTOR SAYS'YES'TO MEASURE 74 system to supply the drug. RESPONSIBLE REGULATION IMPROVES With prescription drugs,patients have their choice of pharma- OREGON'S MEDICAL MARIJUANA LAW cies.But today,with medical cannabis,patients must grow their own plants,ask someone else to do it for them,or buy it Regulation of marijuana for medical use is overdue.That's why on the black market. I support Measure 74. Under Measure 74,doctors can send patients to regulated,non For many years,regulation was almost impossible.The federal profit clinics much like pharmacies to get the drug they need to government resisted state laws permitting medical marijuana. help maintain a decent quality of fife. I know.I am a former federal prosecutor,having served as the By regulating production and dispensing of cannabis,Measure U.S.Attorney for the District of Oregon from 1994-2001. 74 allows quality control,labeling and research to inform best " During my years with the government,official policy was practices by physicians. hostile to state laws on medical marijuana.We treated mari- Scientific studies show that cannabis is useful for treating 2 juana the same as heroin,cocaine or methamphetamine. range of debilitating conditions.The regulatory system pro- vided by Measure 74 gives doctors and patients better informs Even if a state opened the door to medical use,we were to - tion and better treatment options. continue to treat marijuana as an illegal drug,as if the voters had said nothing. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. y We also know that too many sick and disabled Oregon patients Please vote YES on Measure 74. are living without the medicine they need.Measure 74 will help low-income and homebound patients obtain medical cannabis Richard Sayer,MD when recommended by their physicians. For more,see:www.YESfor74.com Please join us in voting"YES"on Measure 74,to regulate (This information furnished by Andrea Meyer,Oregonians for medical use of cannabis. Responsible Regulation of Medical Marijuana.) Frances J.Storrs,MD Argument in Favor Peter Goodwin,MD FORMER SUPREME COURT JUSTICE BETTY ROBERTS Glenn M.Gordon,MD SUPPORTS MEASURE 74 John Pearson,MD THIS PROPOSAL PROTECTS PATIENTS'RIGHTS Nancy Crumpacker,MD AND RESPECTS A PRIOR VOTER INITIATIVE Philip Newman,MD As a former Justice of the Oregon Supreme Court,I have always been dedicated to protecting the rights of Oregonians.I Susan Katz,MD support Measure 74 in that spirit. James P.Scott,MD Twelve years ago,Oregon voters created an important new (This information furnished byAndrea Meyer,Oregonians for right:patients with debilitating medical conditions are now Responsible Regulation of Medical Marijuana.) permitted to use marijuana as a medicine upon their doctors' _recommendation.For many,the exercise of this right has Argument in Favor meant relief from intractable pain and suffering. OREGON'S MEDICAL MARIJUANA LAW IS WORKING, The law approved by voters has sensible requirements. Patients must provide documentation of their physician's NOW LET'S IMPROVE IT authorization to a state agency.They must carry state-issued credentials to demonstrate to law enforcement that they are REGULATE THE SUPPLY OF THIS MEDICINE in compliance.This system gives patients peace of mind,and simplifies the job of police who enforce anti-drug laws. I'm a doctor who has seen medical marijuana work'for many , patients with debilitating rnedicaFt;ondittoras. m There is a significant proble ,however.To fully exercise this rig#t,patients must obtain marijuana from sources that can,be. + I was a Chief Petitioner for Oregon's rnedlcal rrreryuana ww m unteliable,or even ilticit 1998,and I now strongly support Measure 74. A seriously ill patient must grow his or her own marijuana, Measure 74 would improve the current system by providing clear find someone else who knows how or buy it from black-market safeguards designed to protect seriously ill and suffering patients. sources. Here is what Measure 74 does: This situation makes it complicated for qualified patients to legally and safely access medical marijuana. The system now • Allows qualified patients to safely obtain medical marijuana ,may even have the unintended consequence of enriching from regulated,nonprofit clinics,if their doctor recommends it. criminal elements.It is in voters'hands to improve this system, • Provides state regulation of the supply of medical mari- and we should. juana,including background checks on employees, ' RESPONSIBLE REGULATION ENHANCES inspections,record-keeping,auditing,zoning,security OREGONIANS'RIGHTS requirements and quality control. • Generates between$3 million and$20 million r year Measure 74 is designed to address problems with the current pe y law and to help Oregonians fully exercise their rights. from taxes and fees paid by participants in the system, according to official estimates. An accountable,regulated supply system for this medicine would be established by Measure 74.State agencies would We need Measure 74 now to bring accountabiNty and order to control licensing and set regulations.Suppliers would be the system by which qualified patients obtain their medical subject to background checks and inspections,and must pay marijuana.We must no longer force seriously ill patients to fees and taxes to help operate the program. Nonprofit facilities grow their own or buy it from the black-market. would provide the drug to qualified patients. Measure 74 creates nonprofit clinics like pharmacies,with the protect your rights and those of your fellow Oregonians.Vote rules and regulations needed tomake this new system safe and Yes on Measure 74. secure.It introduces quality control standards and encourages new research to establish best practices. Betty Roberts,Retired Justice,Oregon Supreme Court No General Fund revenue may be used for this p�ee}jj►amxF"s (This information furnished by Andrea Meyer,Oregonians for will pay the costs of this regutatoty aystem,Arty excess#ands:, Responsible Regulation of Medical Marijuana.) will go to other Oregon Health Authority services,including' low-income patient assistance and other OHA prograrm that Argument in Favor have faced budget cuts. MEASURE 74:A PATIENT'S PERSPECTIVE MEASURE 74:A RESPONSIBLE NEW SYSTEM All over Oregon,there are patients who are thankful,like I am, We Oregonians can be proud of our medical marijuana law. for our state's medical marijuana law. Now let's work together to improve it and set an example foe the nation. Let's create a smart,regulated,accountable supply We support Measure 74 because it will improve our own quality system that works for doctors,patients and law enforcement. of life.And because it will improve the lives of other qualified The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. y s 2, patients who are in the system now,or who may need this Measure 74's requirements lead us in the same direction with medicine in the future. medical marijuana. SEVERE PAIN,SEARCHING FOR ALTERNATIVES With suppliers regulated,we can begin to control strength, quality and dosage.Research may show that different varieties After an industrial accident 33 years ago,I lost my left arm.I of marijuana,or different preparations,work better for certain have had intractable pain ever since. medical conditions.Then we can label products properly and Sometimes,the only thing worse than the pain was the medi guide patients in the drug's proper usage. cations.Narcotic pain relievers put me out of commission.I CLINICS LIKE PHARMACIES ARE THE RIGHT APPROACH was often depressed,unable to be active. There is no question that marijuana is a medicine.It should The pain got worse as I developed new problems with my be regulated like one.The clinics created by Measure 74 will right arm and hand.Overuse caused rotator cuff problems and operate like pharmacies,a big contrast to how patients must carpal tunnel syndrome.I developed arthritis. get medical marijuana today. Despite the pain,I was desperate to quit the drugs that were Oregon is'a leader in this area.With Measure 74,we can making it hard to live a real life.My doctor and I tried a range regulate medical marijuana and show how it can be done right. of non-narcotic drugs.Nothing really worked. Please vote YES on Measure 74. BECOMING A LEGAL MEDICAL MARIJUANA PATIENT Michael James Long,Pharm.D.(Retired) In 2001,1 qualified under Oregon's law as a patient entitled to For more,see:www.YESfor74.com use medical marijuana.But that didn't solve anything. (This information furnished by Andrea Meyer,Oregonians for There was nowhere to get medical marijuana.I was embar- Responsible Regulation of Medical Marijuana.) rassed to ask around or put anyone in harm's way. Argument in Favor I went 17 months without the medicine that I was legally entitled to use. NURSES SUPPORT MEASURE 74 Later,I found and tried medical marijuana.It killed the pain REGULATED,ACCOUNTABLE,SAFE ACCESSTO MEDICINE without dulling my senses or ruining my days.I began to grow WILL HELP PATIENTS plants with some success.Even now,though,supplies of this Oregonians took a big step to help patients by allowing the medicine are inconsistent. g medical use of cannabis(marijuana)12 years ago.Nurses sup- The system in Measure 74 would be a dramatic,possibly ported it then. life-saving change for me and other patients.We could go to regulated clinics to get our medicine,knowing that the supply Since then,Oregon nurses have been caring for patients using is produced with standards for consistent quality. this medicine in a variety of settings:acute care hospitals, nursing homes and patient homes. Marijuana is medicine.Let's treat it like one.Please voteYES on GETTINGTHIS MEDICINE NOW IS DIFFICULT Measure 74. Alice Ivany It's clear that medical cannabis works for many seriously ill (This information furnished by Andrea Meyer,Oregonians for patients,but getting it is a problem:they can't get it from Responsible Regulation of Medical Marijuana.) pharmacies.The supplies patients do find are inconsistent and Res p 9 unregulated.Many patients don't know where to go. Argument in Favor Measure 74 creates a regulated,accountable supply system for medical cannabis.Qualified patients could go to clinics like MEDICAL MARIJUANA SHOULD BE TREATED LIKE pharmacies to obtain their medicine.Measure 74 promises a ANY OTHER MEDICINE safer,more reliable system. MEASURE 74 HELPS QUALIFIED PATIENTS GET IT SAFELY It's better for patients.That's why we support Measure 74. As a retired pharmacist,I have dispensed powerful drugs to MEASURE 74 IMPROVES PATIENT CARE help patients.Under a doctor's care,medicines are a vital tool Under Measure 74,medical cannabis will be produced with for restoring and maintaining good health. quality control standards and dispensed by providers who are Marijuana is medicine,too.Oregonians agreed overwhelm- licensed,regulated and subject to regular inspections.Medical ingly by legalizing the drug's medical use in 1998. cannabis products can be labeled according to their strength and recommended uses. Sadly,patients still cannot get medical marijuana at pharma- cies.Even those patients who qualify under Oregon's medical These are all major improvements,from the patient's and marijuana law are given no safe or convenient method of nurse's perspective. obtaining it. Measure 74 also generates more revenue than is needed for its +Measure 74 fixes this problem.It creates regulated,nonprofit regulatory system.Official estimates range from$3 million to .clinics where qualified patients can obtain medical marijuana. $20 million per year,which will come from licensing and fees Patients must have their doctor's recommendation and certifi- from program participants. ,cation from the Oregon Department of Human Services to get ,medical marijuana.Those requirements keep the system tight. Some of the extra revenues can also be used to help seriously ill patients by providing free or discounted medicine where the MEASURE 74 IS A BIG IMPROVEMENT FOR PATIENTS need is clearly demonstrated. In pharmacies,we are accustomed to tight regulations.Drugs Nurses believe that a decent society protects seriously ill and are carefully researched,quality is assured and dosages are suffering people.Measure 74 will help Oregon do exactly that. controlled.Sales are restricted and record-keeping is rigorous. The printing ofthese arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. > 7� ... 0 WIN :, It has earned our support,and we hope you,too,will vote YES Measure 74 also gives the Oregon Health Authority the authority on Measure 74. to conduct research into medical marijuana.OHA will do the research necessary to establish quality control and labeling stan- Mary Lynn Mathre,RN,MSN,CARN dards.Patients will eventually be able to obtain medical marijuana in many forms that are safer than smoking where the medicine is Edward Glick,ADN,BS labeled with the percentage of active ingredients.Several canna- Ken Wolski,RN,MPA binoids in addition toTHC have been proven medically effective. For more,see:www YESfor74.com This law is well written.It gives OHA the ability to fine tune this program to make sure it accomplishes its purpose:To provide a (This information furnished by Andrea Meyer,Oregonians for safe regulated supply of medical marijuana for qualified patients. Responsible Regulation of Medical Marijuana.) Vote yes! Argument in Favor (This information furnished by John Sajo.) Marijuana is a safe effective medicine when used appropriately. Argument in Favor The scientific evidence is extensive and irrefutable. Over 3200 different Oregon doctors have qualified patients. MEASURE 74 CREATES A BETTER SYSTEM Qualified patients should be able to obtain it safely,conveniently FOR DOCTORS AND PATIENTS and affordably. A REGULATED AND ACCOUNTABLE SUPPLYSYSTEM Current law keeps patients from being arrested but they IMPROVES OUR EXISTING STATE LAW must grow their own marijuana. My name is Dr.Ronald Stallings.I am a physician licensed to j Marijuana can be processed into many forms.It need not be practice medicine in the state of Oregon.In the course of my smoked.Patients should be able to obtain the most advanced, medical practice I have worked with patients who qualified for quality controlled,dosage labeled formulations available. the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program. Patients should not be required to produce their own medicine I have found medical marijuana to be a safe,effective therapy but should be allowed to continue grow for themselves if they when used appropriately.I support Measure 74 because it choose. would improve the program we have now by creating a regu- Research should guide quality control standards and lead to lated,accountable supply system. i more adtanced products. Today,patients face great difficulty in obtaining medical mark Measure 74 creates a regulated and accountable medical mari- juana.They must produce their own medicine,find a grower or i juana system. Regulation includes: purchase it from the black market.Measure 74 would change background checks that by licensing and regulating producers and nonprofit dis- licensing pensaries to provide marijuana to qualified patients. inspections REGULATION MEANS MORE ADVANCED,SAFER MEDICINES record keeping civil fines and criminal penalties. One of my concerns now is that there is no standardized or dosage-labeled form of the medicine. Patients growing their This supply system will raise revenue for other Oregon Health own medical marijuana or acquiring it from the black market do Authority programs. not know the strength or exact makeup.Their medicine could VOTEYES be contaminated. (This information furnished by John Sajo.) By regulating the medical marijuana supply,Measure 74 will encourage quality control standards and specific labeling.We Argument in Favor will see the development of more advanced,safer medicines. This will benefit doctors and their patients in devising an Support Safe Access to Medical Marijuana for Qualified Patients appropriate treatment plan using medical marijuana. Marijuana is medicine.Oregon voters passed the Oregon Marijuana is medicine when used appropriately.Doctors quali- Medical Marijuana Act(OMMA)in 1998.The program has grown fying patients for medical marijuana must follow the standards as the medical value of marijuana has become better understood. for practicing medicine just like they do when prescribing Currently there are over 40,000 patients qualified by over 3200 pharmaceutical treatments.I am a proponent of the scientific different Oregon physicians.In June,the Oregon Pharmacy research and medical use of cannabis and other narcotics.I Board rescheduled marijuana to Schedule 11,indicating its do not advocate recreational use of either.To this end I have medical value.The Veterans Administration recently announced written practice guidelines for Oregon medical marijuana they won't interfere with vets using medical marijuana. clinics as well as emergency department policy governing narcotic"use in Oregon and California. The OMMA has been successful in stopping patients from being arrested but did not create a supply system.Measure 74 does Please join me in supporting safe,convenient,regulated d medical marijuana products.VOTE YES on that.The current law exempts patients from arrest for growing six access to improve plants or designating someone to do it for them.Thiis"grow-your- 'Measure 74. '# own"system works for some patients but is an impossible head- (This information furnished by Ronald Stallings MD.) I ache for many.Imagine that you were caring for a relative with cancer.Would you want to learn how to grow marijuana for them, or just be able to go buy it?The current law is causing problems for patients and police by not addressing the supply. Measure 74 creates a regulated supply system consisting of nonprofit dispensaries that would sell medical marijuana products to registered patients.Licensed producers would sell to dispen- saries.Regulation will include background checks on employees, inspections,record keeping,auditing,zoning,and quality control. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. Argument in Opposition Measure 74 states that initially dispensaries shall not be established within 1,000 feet of any school or within residential The Federal Government protects citizens from ineffective neighborhoods.This language suggests that eventually these substances sold as"medicines"The FDA has not approved dispensaries could be located close to schools and in neigh- marijuana as safe. borhoods.There is no other reasonable explanation for the drafter's use of the word"initially'.' • 74 Establishes marijuana DISTRIBUTION CENTERS and PRODUCTION GROW SITES.The State cannot afford costs Measure 74 would allow a person who is convicted of a felony for licensing and regulating these entities,which would for manufacturing or delivery of illegal drugs to;be.licensed as include police protection. a producer,a director or employee of a dispensary.Only drug felony convictions after the effective date of the Act would. • Deputy District Attorney Joseph Esposito notes"marijuana prevent these individuals from receiving a license. distribution centers in LA went from 4 to over 800 within 5 years:'74 does not limit number of CENTERS and GROW Your Sheriffs,Chiefs of Police,and District Attorneys thor- SITES or address local government bans and limits. oughly researched Ballot Measure 74. We believe passage of this measure will increase abuses of the medical marijuana • It would take 9,095 DISTRIBUTION CENTERS and GROW laws and will have a significant and negative•impact qn the SITES to provide the allowable pot for 36,380 cardholders. ability of law enforcement to keep our communities a safe • DISTRIBUTION CENTERS and GROW SITES can possess place to live,work and play.- plants and usable marijuana quantities sufficient to roll Don't make matters worse Vote NO on Measure 741 40,800 joints. (This information furnished by Bradley C.Berry,Oregon District • DISTRIBUTION CENTERS could be located near libraries, Attorneys Association;Holly D.Russell,Oregon State Sheriffs., churches,youth clubs,parks,and daycares. Association;Kevin Campbell,Oregon Association.Chiefs of Police.) • GROW SITES can include marijuana grown in your neigh- bor's yard or house.Indoor growing presents dangers because of toxic materials and high volumes of electricity increasing the potential for fires. • CARDHOLDERS could obtain the maximum amount of mar- ijuana allowed by law from one distribution center and then go to another and do the same,as well as grow at home. • DISTRIBUTION CENTERS shall be ndnprofits subject to Oregon laws,but need not have received 501 c3 tax exempt status from the IRS.Don't all nonprofits require IRS approval? According to Dr.Robert DuPont,President,Institute for Behavior and Health and first Director of the National Institute on Drug Abuse(NIDA)the governments principal agency researching marijuana,"more people need to see'medical marijuana'for what it is:a cynical fraud and.a cruel hoax.it is not about medi- cine;it is about the political exploitation of the public's compas- sion for suffering sick people.Legitimizing smoked marijuana as a"medicine"is a serious threat to the safety of all Americans" Measure 74 is costly and lacks clarity on regulation,operation and enforcement,allows selling of marijuana against Federal law.VOTE NO! (This information furnished by Shirley Morgan,Oregonians Against Legalization of Marijuana.) Argument in Opposition Oregon Sheriffs,Chiefs of Police and District Attorneys urge you to Vote NO on Ballot Measure 74 Oregon Sheriffs,Police Chiefs,and District Attorneys urge voters to reject Measure 74,the massive expansion in"medical marijuana' Measure 74 is a confusing and poorly worded measure that will make the illegal distribution and use of marijuana difficult to enforce.The measure adds a whole new system of marijuana dis- tribution centers and production grow sites to the current medical marijuana law without addressing rapidly growing abuse. When"medical marijuana"was first proposed in 1998,voters were told that only a couple thousand people would need "medical marijuana:"The number of card holders is currently 36,380 with 5037 pending applications.Only a small fraction of these"patients"suffer from cancer or glaucoma.The vast majority claim"pain"as their reason for needing marijuana.A single doctor is responsible for prescribing approximately 35% of all medical marijuana cards,with ten doctors prescribing 59%of all cards. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. Proposed by initiative petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 2,2010. .// a` ,.� �fy, f=�� *M�j�,b� � ,.,. P.. .�{v�.acv.• g.x: 3'� ✓��3 .a y nG..' fi c.� ,ate y�• z/�� y�/ :�'. � X'/ o�k. fi��_.. . tix;��"�, •T tN�y y��`ry`.r �s,z. �� Result of "yes" vote Summary "Yes"vote authorizes a single privately-owned casino in Currently,Oregon Constitution prohibits establishing casinos Multnomah County;requires casino to give percentage of within state.Under measure,State Lottery shall issue renew- monthly revenue to State Lottery for specified purposes. able 15-year lease permitting owner of former Multnomah Kennel Club in Multnomah County to operate gaming devices,table games,keno,other games of chance at that Result of "no" Vote site.Measure would become operative only if constitution is amended to permit casino or casinos within state.Casino "No"vote maintains the current state of the law,which does operator shall pay 25%of adjusted gross revenues each not authorize any privately owned casino or casinos any month to State Lottery.Lottery shall deposit money into a where in the State of Oregon. Job Growth,Education and Communities Fund(separate from general fund),annually shall apportion half of fund for classroom instruction expenditures,30%to counties.Casino operator initially shall pay$1 million,subsequently shall pay $2 million annually,to Lottery to administer measure.Other provisions. Estimate of financial impact To implement the measure,state government would be required to spend approximately$1 million in the first year.If a casino is licensed,state government would be required to spend between$4 million and$6 million in the following two- year period;and between$4 million and$8 million in each two year period after that.These costs will not be incurred unless a state constitutional amendment,separate from this measure,authorizes implementation of this measure. The measure would not require any local government spend- ing.The measure,alone,will have no direct effect on state or local revenues.If a casino is licensed,state and local revenues would be increased between$13 million and $68 million each year.However,the measure would result in a shift of funds from the state to local governments which would leave the state with a gain of no more than$1.8 million and a possible loss of$26.2 million. �i 'vas �#fi`e)s�l 20 t�"�aeriera��}ee�Jcrttic Explanation of Estimate of Financial Impact Text of Measure If authorized by the state constitution,this measure would Relating to gaming;creating new provisions;amending allow one privately owned casino in Multnomah County. ORS 320.011,409.435,461.100,461.110,461.120,461.150 and 461.190;appropriating money;and limiting expenditures. The committee estimated that regulation for a casino,as required in the measure,would cost approximately$1 million SECTION 1.Sections 1 to 15 of this 2010 Act and the in the first year,and between$4 million and$6 million in the amendments to ORS 320.011,409.435,461.100,461.110, next two-year period,and between$4 million and$8 million 461.120,461.150 and 461.190 by sections 17 to 23 of this 2010 for each two-year period after that,depending on the size of Act shall be known as the Oregon Job Growth,Education the casino and the number of gaming devices and other and Communities Fund Act. games offered.The estimates were based on cost information from the Oregon State Police,which currently SECTION 2.The Oregon Job Growth,Education and Com- regulates gaming at tribal casinos in Oregon.The measure munities Fund is established separate and distinct from the limits the amount of money that the casino operator would General Fund.Interest earned by the Oregon Job Growth, be required to pay for regulation to$4 million in a two year Education and Communities Fund shall be credited to the period,and specifies that no other public funds may be used Oregon Job Growth,Education and Communities Fund. to pay for regulation. SECTION 3.(1)At least once each year,the Oregon State The measure requires the casino operator to transfer 25% Lottery shall allocate the moneys in the Oregon Job Growth, of the casino's net gaming revenues to the state for specific Education and Communities Fund as follows: purposes.The committee estimated that the total amount (a)Fifty percent apportioned to each school district as a that would be transferred would be between$83 million and K-12 Public Education Grant,in the proportion of the school $147 per year depending on the size of the casino,and on its district's State School Fund grant under ORS 327.008,and to gross revenues. be used for classroom instruction expenditures. A casino would be expected to compete with the Oregon (b)Thirty percent apportioned among all thirty-six(36) State Lottery for business.The committee estimated that counties in proportion to each county's respective popula- state and local government payments from lottery revenues tion at the time of the distribution.One-half of each county's would decline between$72 million and$79 million each year. distribution shall go to any city in the county if that city's The measure also directs the use for the transferred casino population is greater than forty-nine thousand as reported revenues.Depending on the size and gross revenues of the in the 2000 United States population census.If a county has casino,the committee estimates that each year between more than one city with a population greater than forty-nine $4 million and$7.5 million would go to state programs; thousand as reported in the 2000 United States population between$37 million and$67 million would go to local census,the cities shall share in the one-half distribution governments;and between$40 million and$74 million in proportion to the cities'respective populations.If a city would go to schools. having a population greater than forty-nine thousand is located in more than one county,then that city will receive Oregon State Lottery revenues are used for a variety of its share from the county having the largest population. purposes.These include funding schools,parks,economic Twenty-five percent of each county's net allocation under development and fish habitat.To the extent that the casino this subparagraph is designated for and shall be spent on authorized under the measure would have the effect of reduc- public safety services. ing lottery revenues,these programs would be affected. (c)Four percent to the host city in which the destination Committee Members: resort casino described in section 6 of this 2010 Act is located. Secretary of State Kate Brown (d)Three percent to the Oregon State Police. State Treasurer Ted Wheeler Scott L.Harra,Director,Dept.of Administrative Services (e)Three percent each to the cities that adjoin the host city Elizabeth Harchenko,Director,Dept.of Revenue in which the destination resort casino described in section 6 Debra Guzman,Local Government Representative of this 2010 Act is located. (The estimate of financial impact and explanation was provided (f)Two percent to the host county in which the destination by the above committee pursuant to ORS 250.127) resort casino described in section 6 of this 2010 Act is located. (g)Two percent to the Problem Gambling Treatment Fund established by ORS 409.435. (2)The allocations to school districts through subsection (1)(a)of this 2010 Act are in addition to and not in lieu of any other payments to school districts.The allocations to counties in subsections(1)(b)and(f)are cumulative and are in addition to and not in lieu of any other payments to coun- ties.The allocations to cities in subsections(1)(b),(c)and(e) may be cumulative and are in addition to and not in lieu of any other payments to cities. (3)As used in this section,"classroom instruction expen- ditures"means expenditures directly related to classroom instruction,including but not limited to expenditures for: (a)Teacher and instructional staff salaries; (b)Textbooks and other instructional materials and supplies; (c)Classroom computers and technology; (d)Libraries and librarians; (e)Classroom safety and security. )�( asurf;s Mescre (4)As used in this section,"2000 United States population (e)Is in all other respects qualified and found suitable, census"means the official United States population census consistent with the policy of the State as reflected by this conducted every ten years and described in Article I,Section 2010 Act;and 2 of the Constitution of the United States. (f).Will,during the term of the license,construct and SECTION 4.(1)(a)Not later than the 10th day of each operate a destination resort casino and make an investment month,the gaming operator licensed under section 6 of this of at least two hundred fifty million dollars($250,000,000)in 2010 Act shall pay 25 percent of the adjusted gross revenues the development of the destination resort casino on or adja- from the preceding calendar month to the Oregon State cent to the property identified in section 14 of this 2010 Act. Lottery. (2)The commission shall,at the expiration of a license,renew (b)Not later than the 15th day of each month,the Oregon the license for an additional 15 years if the gaming operator: State Lottery shall pay into the State Treasury all moneys (a)Retains the qualifications required by subsection(1)(a) received from the gaming operator in the month.The State of this section and Treasurer shall deposit the moneys in the Oregon Job ' Growth,Education and Communities Fund. (b)Will,during the term of the renewed license,operate (c)The moneys in the Oregon Job Growth,Education and a destination resort casino on or adjacent to the property identified in section 14 of this 2010 Act. Communities Fund are continuously appropriated to the Oregon State Lottery for the allocations required by section (3)The gaming operator must obtain all necessary build- 3 of this 2010 Act. ing and land use permits for the destination resort casino (2)As used in this section,"adjusted gross revenue"means described in subsections(1)and(2)of this section. the total of all cash and property,except nonredeemable (4)The commission shall: credits,received from the games authorized under section 7 (a)Grant or deny the license required b subsection(1)of of this Act at the property identified in section 14 of this 2010 Y Act,less the amount of cash,cash equivalents,credits and this section within 60 days ottee commission's receipt of prizes paid to patrons of the games. the application for the license. SECTION 5.(1)As used in sections 4,6,7,8,9,10,12,13 and (b)Grant or deny the renewed license requirefl by subsec- 15 of this 2010 Act,"gaming operator"means: tion(2)of this section within 60 days of the commission's (a)The owner of the property identified in section 14 of receipt of the application for the renewed license. this 2010 Act,if the owner is the person operating the games (5)If the commission proposes to deny or to refuse to renew authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act;or the license required by subsections(1)or(2)of this section, the commission shag serve written notice,in the manner pre- (b)If the owner is not the person operating the games,then scribed for contested case proceedings in ORS 183.415,on the the person.that the owner authorizes to operate the games. gaming operator,directing the gaming operator to: (2)As used in sections 8 and 10 of this 2010 Act: (a)Notify the Oregon State Lottery Director within 30 days of the service (a)"Gaming area"means the physical locations within the the notice if the gaming operator seeks a review destination resort casino described in section 6 of this 2010 Act the proposed denial or refusal to renew the license where the games authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act are in in the manner nner provided for contested case,proceedings in operation or where transactions related to the games occur. ORS 183.413 to 183.470;and (b)"Gaming employee"means: (b)Set forth in any notification under paragraph(a)of this subsection the gaming operator's reasons why the license (A)A person employed in the operation or maintenance of should be granted or renewed. the games authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act; (6)The gaming operator may,at the gaming operator's engaged person exclusively dre a9ng or sery ng food or beverages; unde ORS 183 482 or 183 484. of the commission's order 9 9 Y P P (C)A person who manages an activity on the property SECTION 7.(1)The gaming operator licensed under section described in section 14 of this 2010 Act that is conducted 6 of this 2010 Act may operate: while games authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act are in (a)Up to 3,500 electronic gaming devices; operation;and (D)Any other person who,in the judgment of the Oregon (b)Up to 150 table games or other games;and State Lottery Commission,is so regularly employed to work (c)Keno. . in a gaming area that licensing the person is in the best interests of the public. (2)The gaming operator may not offer live animal racing or SECTION 6.(1)The Oregon State Lottery Commission shall sports bookmaking. , issue a 15-year license to the gaming operator to operate the (3)As used in this section: games authorized under section 7 of this Act if the commis sion determines that the gaming operator: (a)"Consideration"means: (a)Is of good moral character,honesty and integrity; a en,coin,bill,ticket or other similar object or thing of value; (b)Has a good prior record,reputation,habits and associations; (B)Any other thing of value obtained through the use of any electronic payment system except a credit card or debit card. (c)Has adequate business competence and experience in (b)"Device"means: gaming; (d)Does not pose a threat to the public interest of this (A)Any mechanical or electrical contrivance,terminal,or ' State or the effective regulation and control of gaming; or machine is capable o downloading games from a central server system;and (B)The associated equipment necessary to conduct the not limited to all financial,business,management,and oper- operation of the contrivance,'terminal,or machine. ating records directly related to the gaming activity on the (c)"Electronic gaming device"means a device that,upon property identified in section 14 of this 2010 Act. payment of consideration,whether by reason of skill or (3)The commission shall obtain independent audits of: the element of chance or both,may deliver to or entitle the person playing or operating the device to receive: (a)Financial records directly related to the gaming activity on the property identified in section 14 of this 2010 Act;and (A)Cash; (b)Payments by the gaming operator to the Oregon State (B)Bills,tickets,tokens or electronic credits to be Lottery for deposit into the fund. exchanged for cash; (4)Subject to section 10 of this 2010 Act,the commission (C)Merchandise;or may include a summary of the information obtained under subsections(2)and(3)of this section in the report required (D)Any other thing of value. by subsection(1)of this section. (d)"Other games"means any game of chance other than a SECTION 10.(1)Except as provided in subsection(2)of this table game that the Oregon State Lottery Commission may section,the Oregon State Lottery may not disclose a record authorize,including but not limited to,mixed-use platforms, to the extent that the record: networking and progressive gaming. (a)Was provided by a confidential source or informant and (a)"Table game"means any house-banked game played relates to the background of the gaming operator,a gaming with cards,dice,equipment or any device,including but not employee,an applicant for a license under section 8 of this limited to blackjack,twenty-one,poker,craps,roulette,or 2010 Act or the owner of the property identified in section 14 any variations of these games approved by the commission. of this 2010 Act. (4)An electronic gaming device may use spinning reels, (b)Relates to security measures of the Oregon State video displays,or both. Lottery,the gaming operator or the owner of the property (5)An electronic gaming device shall: identified in section 14 of this 2010 Act. (a)Theoretically pay out a mathematically demonstrable (c)Consists of personal history forms or questionnaires, percentage of all amounts wagered that is not less than 80 disclosure forms,or financial statements and records of the gaming operator,a gaming employee,an applicant for percent for each wager available for play on the device. a license under section 8 of this 2010 Act or the owner of (b)Be certified by an independent entity as accurate and the property identified in section 14 of this 2010 Act unless functioning properly. the information in the forms,questionnaires,statements or records is information required to be made public by the (6)Devices authorized under subsection(1)of this section are Securities Exchange Act of 1934 or regulations adopted ' specifically exempted from the provisions of 15 U.S.C.11 1172. pursuant to that Act. (7)This 2010 Act neither authorizes nor prohibits the (d)Relates to surveillance and security techniques,proce- gaming operator from offering games or activities that are dures,or practices of the Oregon State Lottery,the gaming lawful under other state laws,including off-race-course operator or the owner of the property identified in section 14 mutual wagering under ORS 462.700 to 462.740. of this 2010 Act. SECTION 8.(1)A gaming employee may not work in a - (e)Relates to trade secrets or the design of experimental gaming area without a license issued by the Oregon State gaming devices and equipment. Lottery Commission. (f)Consists of proprietary architectural construction, (2)The commission may suspend,revoke or refuse to issue schematic or engineering plans,blueprints,specifications, to or to renew the license if the commission determines that computer programs or software,or economic or financial the applicant: calculations that relate to authorized gaming activities on the premises where authorized gaming activities are con- (a)Does not have a good record of compliance with the ducted or to be conducted. gaming laws and rules of this state or of any other state. (g)Results from or is part of a background investigation of (b)Has been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude the gaming operator,a gaming employee,an applicant for a or of any gambling or gambling-related offense. license under section 8 of this 2010 Act or the owner of the (c)Has violated a rule adopted to implement this 2010 Act. property identified in section 14 of this 2010 Act. (d)Should not,in the best interest of the safety,welfare, (h)Relates to an investigation into a possible violation of health,peace and morals of the people of the state,el per- law or rule for which the Oregon State Lottery has not made h health a license. a final determination to seek civil or criminal penalties. mitted (2)The Oregon State Lottery may disclose records (3)The gaming operator may not: described in subsection(1)of this section: (a)Permit a person under 21 years of age to play the games. (a)To a law enforcement officer of the United States,this (b)Pay winnings from games to a person under 21 years of age. state or of any political subdivision of this state;or SECTION 9.(1)Not later than February 1 of every year, (b)With the consent of the person providing the informa- the Oregon State Lottery Commission shall submit to the tion in the record. people,the Governor,and the Legislative Assembly a report SECTION 11.To achieve as much consistency as possible on the gaming activities carried out under the authority of in the regulation of gaming activities among the states that this 2010 Act in the preceding year and the disbursements permit gaming activities,when adopting rules to implement from the Oregon Job Growth,Education and Communities this 2010 Act,the Oregon State Lottery Commission shall give Fund in the preceding year. primary consideration to adopting rules that are consistent (2)The commission may require the gaming operator to with the laws and rules adopted in states that permit gaming. provide periodic reports on gaming activities,including but SECTION 12.(1)In addition to any other liability or penalty that would prohibit,deter or punish the games and gaming provided by law,the Oregon State Lottery Commission authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act do not apply to the may impose a•civil penalty on the gaming operator licensed games and gaming authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act. under section 6 of this 2010 Act for: (3)A local government as defined in ORS 174.116 may not (a)Violation of a term or condition of the license issued the authority enforce an ordinance, this rule or Act regulation that limits under section 6 of this 2010 Act;or (b)Violation of this 2010 Act or a rule of the commission (4)Payments by the gaming operator to the Oregon State adopted to implement this 2010 Act. Lottery for deposit into the Oregon Job Growth,Education and Communities Fund and to the State Gaming Account- (2)Before imposing a civil penalty,the commission shall ability Fund are excluded from Oregon taxable income under prescribe a reasonable time for elimination of a violation: ORS chapter 316,317 or 318. (a)Not to exceed 30 days after first notice of a violation;or SECTION 14.The games authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act may be offered only at the location of the (b)In cases where the violation requires more than 30 days former greyhound racing site,historically known as the to correct,the time that is specified in a plan of correction Multnomah Kennel Club,located generally at 944 NE 223rd found acceptable by the commission. Avenue,Wood Village,Oregon,97060,and more specifically (3)A civil penalty imposed under this section may be described as follows: remitted or reduced upon the terms and conditions that the A tract of land located in the Northeast and Northwest commission considers proper and consistent with the public one-quarters of Section 34 and the Southeast and South- health and safety. west one-quarters of Section 27,in Township 1 North, Range 3 East of the Willamette Meridian,in the City of (4)Any civil penalty under this section shall be imposed in Wood Village,Multnomah County,Oregon,more particu- the manner provided in ORS 183.745. larly described as follows: (5)(a)After public hearing,the commission by rule shall Commencing at the Southwest corner of the Addison C. adopt a schedule establishing the civil penalties that may be Dunbar Donation Land Claim No.41,said point being at imposed under this section. the center line intersection of N.E.Glisan Street and N.E. (b)In imposing a penalty pursuant to the schedule adopted 223rd Avenue;thence North 0009'30"West along the pursuant to this subsection,the commission shall consider center line of N.E.223rd Avenue,a distance of 868.27 feet; the following factors: thence East,a distance of 45.00 feet to a point on the East right of way line of N.E.223rd Avenue,45.00 feet from the (A)The past history of the gaming operator incurring a center line thereof,measured perpendicular thereto,said penalty in taking all feasible steps or procedures necessary point being the true point of beginning of the tract herein or appropriate to correct any violation. described;thence North 0009'30"West along said right of way line,a distance of 764.71 feet to a point on the South (B)Prior violations by the gaming operator of statutes or line of Stanley Avenue(now vacated)as dedicated in the rules pertaining to gaming. plat of Wymore;thence South 89*51'24"East along said South right of way line,a distance of 931.36 feet to a point (C)The extent to which the violation poses an immediate that is,atthe intersection of said right,of way line and a threat to the health,safety and well-being of the public. line 121.00 feet East of the West line of Tract 12 of the plat (c)The civil penalty shall not exceed$50,000 for each violation. of Wymore;thence North 0008'07"East,parallel with the West line of said tract,a distance of 360.00 feet to the (6)All penalties recovered under this section shall be paid center line of Leroy Avenue(now vacated)as dedicated in into the State Treasury and credited to the General Fund. the plat of Wymore;thence North 8951'24"West along said center line,a distance of 6.00 feet to a point that is (7)(a)If the commission determines that the imposition of a at the intersection of the center line of said avenue,and a civil penalty has been insufficient to cause the gaming oper- line 115.00 feet East of the West line of Tract 5 of the plat ator to remedy a violation,the commission may suspend or of Wymore;thence North 0008'07"East,parallel with revoke the license granted under section 6 of this 2010 Act. the West line of said tract,a distance of 335.00 feet to the South right of way line of Arata Road,25.00 feet from =(b)Prior to suspending or revoking the license,the com- the center line thereof,measured perpendicular thereto; mission shall serve written notice in the manner prescribed thence South 8951'24"East,along said right of way line,a for contested case proceedings pursuant to ORS 183.415. distance of 527.08 feet;thence South leaving said right of (c)The gaming operator shall have 20 days from the date way line,a distance of 1214.83 feet;thence South 8959'50" West,a distance of 459.07 feet;thence South 2157'20" of receiving the notice to make written application fora West,a distance of 110.34 feet;thence South 8949'21" hearing before the commission. West,a distance of 30.02 feet;thence South 00*00'19"East, (d)The hearing,if requested,shall be conducted as a con- a distance of 138.79 feet;thence West,a distance of 921.64 tested case hearing pursuant to ORS 183.413 to 183.470. feet to the point of beginning. (e)Judicial review of an order made after a hearing under SECTION 15.(1)Except for the moneys provided by the this subsection shall be,at the election of the gaming opera- gaming operator under subsections(3)and(4)of this tor,as review of an order in a contested case under ORS, section,the Oregon State Lottery may not expend public 183.482 or as review of an order in other than a contested funds for the administration of this 2010 Act. case under ORS 183.484. (2)The State Gaming Accountability Fund is established SECTION 13.(1)ORS 162.305,164.377,166.715,167.117, separate and distinct from the General Fund.Interest earned 167.122,167.127,167.132,167.137,167.147,167.162,167.164, by the State Gaming Accountability Fund shall be credited to 167.166,461.210,461.215,461.217,461.400,461.445,461.535, the State Gaming Accountability Fund. 461.548,461.725,and 464.250 do not apply to games and (3)On the later of the effective date of this 2010 Act and gaming authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act. the affirmative vote of the electors of the host city under (2)This 2010 Act does not repeal or modify existing state ORS 227.172,the gaming operator shall pay$1 million to the or local laws on gambling except that state or local laws Oregon State Lottery. �SPis , r�`tph ., t:.,v r(j (e3 , (4)(a)In addition to the payment of adjusted gross rev- (a)The net proceeds from the Oregon State Lottery allo- enues required by section 4 of this 2010 Act,not later than cated to the fund under ORS 461.549; March 1 of each year beginning the year after the payment (b)Moneys appropriated to the fund by the Legislative required by subsection(3)of this section,the gaming opera- Assembly; for shall pay to the Oregon State Lottery an amount equal to $2 million increased by the inflation factor. (c)Moneys allocated from the.Oregon Job Growth,Education (b)As used in this subsection: and Communities Fund under section 3 of this 2010 Act;and (A)"Inflation factor"means the percentage(if any)by [(c))(d)Interest earnings on moneys in the[fund]Problem which the monthly averaged U.S.City Average Consumer Gambling Treatment Fund. Price Index for the 12 consecutive months ending December SECTION 19.ORS 461.100 is amended to read: 31 of the prior calendar year exceeds the monthly averaged index for the 12 consecutive months ending December 31 of 461.100.(1)The Oregon State Lottery Commission is hereby the year preceding the prior calendar year. created in state government. (B)"U.S.City Average Consumer Price Index"means (2)(a)The Oregon State Lottery Commission shall consist the U.S.City Average Consumer Price Index for All Urban of five members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by Consumers(All Items)as published by the Bureau of Labor the Senate who shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor. Statistics of the United States Department of Labor. (b)The members shall be appointed for terms of four years. (5)The Oregon State Lottery shall pay into the State Treasury all moneys received from the gaming operator under (c)Vacancies shall be filled within 30 days by the Governor, subsections(3)and(4)of this section.The State Treasurer shall `subject to confirmation by the Senate,for the unexpired deposit the moneys in the State Gaming Accountability Fund. portion of the term in which they occur. (6)The moneys in the State Gaming Accountability Fund (3)At least one of the commissioners shall have a minimum are continuously appropriated to the Oregon State Lottery of five years'experience in law enforcement and at least one for the purpose of administering this 2010 Act. of the commissioners shall be a certified public accountant. No person shalt be appointed as a lottery commissioner who SECTION 16 (1)Notwithstanding any other law,the has been convicted of a felony or a gambling related offense. amount of$1 million is established for the biennium begin- N9 mQ.re than three members of the commission shall be ring July 1,2009,as the maximum limit for payment of the mernb3Qrs of the same political party. administrative expenses of the Oregon State Lottery from the State Gaming Accountability Fund. (4)the commission shall exercise all powers necessary to effectuate the purpose of this chapter and the Oregon Job (2)Notwithstanding any other law,the amount of Growth,Cd ication and Communities Fund Act.In all deci- $4 million is established for the biennium beginning July,1, sions,the commission shall take into account the particularly 2011,as the maximum limit for payment of the administra- sensitive nature of the lottery and the games authorized by tive expenses of the Oregon State Lottery from the State section 7 of this 2010 Act and shall act to promote and insure Gaming Accountability Fund. integrity,security,honesty and fairness in the operation and SECTION 17.ORS 320.011 is amended to read: administration of the state lottery and the games authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act. 320.011.(1)An excise tax is imposed upon every person for (5)Lottery commissioners shall be eligible for compensa- the privilege of operating an amusement device within this tion and expenses under ORS 292.495. state.The tax shall be imposed as provided in subsection(2) of this section and ORS 320.012. (6)Lottery commissioners shall file a verified statement of economic interest with the Oregon Government Standards (2)The tax shall be$125 for operating an`amusement device and Practices Commission and shall be subject to the provi- during the tax year. sions of ORS chapter 244. (3)If an amusement device is not in operation in each quarter (7)The Governor shall select annually from the member- of the tax year,the tax imposed under this section shall be pro- ship of the,commission a chairperson who serves at the rated,based on the number of calendar quarters in which the pleasure of the Governor.The chairperson or a majority of amusement device was operating for one day or more. the members of the commission then in office shall have the (4)The tax imposed by this section is in addition to all other power to call special meetings of the commission. excises,taxes,fees or other charges and shall not be used (8)Meetings of the commission shall be open and public to reduce amounts otherwise accruing to the State Lottery in accordance with state law.Records of the commission Fund under contracts or agreements with lottery operators or shall be open and available to the public in accordance with retailers or in any other manner. state low.,The commission shall meet with the Director of the (5)The tax imposed.by this section does not apply to the, ©rWon State Lottery not legs than monthly to make recom- operation of an electronic gaming device authorized by rt*tulatiops and set policy,to approve or reject reports of the section 7 of this 2010 Act. director,to adopt rules and to transact other business. SECTION 18.ORS 409.435 is amended to read: (9)A quorum of the commission shall consist of a majority of the noembers of the commission then in office.All ded 409.435.(1)There is established in the State Treasury, sions of the commission shall be made by a majority vote of separate and distinct from the General Fund,the Problem all of the commissioners than in office. Gambling Treatment Fund.All moneys in the Problem Gam bung Treatment Fund are continuously appropriated to the (10)The commission shall prepare quarterly and annual Oregon Health Authority to be expended for programs for the reports of the operation of the state lottery.Such reports prevention and treatment of gambling addiction and other shall include a full and complete statement of state lottery emotional and behavioral problems related to gambling and revenues,prize disbursements,expenses,net revenues and for the administration of the programs. all other financial transactions involving state lottery funds. The commission shall,not less than annually,contact inter- (2)The Problem Gambling Treatment Fund shall consist of: ested parties,including those named in ORS 461.180(3),and provide them with such quarterly and annual reports as they may request. srs a (C18];2t 01. '$�'. 3'f1'),'1�.3 (a)[t]The Oregon State Lottery,including but not limited to, Explanatory Statement an examination of the background of all prospective employees, lottery game retailers,lottery vendors and lottery contractors. Ballot Measure 75 is a statutory initiative. It authorizes a major destination resort casino to be built on the site of the (b)The games authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act, former greyhound racetrack,historically known as the including but not limited to,an examination of the back- Multnomah Kennel Club,located in Wood Village,Oregon. ground of the gaming operator,the owner of the property The measure allows the owner of the former Multnomah identified in section 14 of this 2010 Act and licensees and Kennel Club,or the person authorized by that owner as a applicants for licenses under section 8 of this 2010 Act. gaming operator,to construct and operate one multi-million (2)The Assistant Director for Security shall be qualified by dollar casino resort on this site. training and experience,including at least five years of law The measure authorizes many types of gaming activities, enforcement experience,and knowledge and experience in including electronic gaming devices that may include cash computer security,to fulfill these responsibilities. payment,table games,off-track pari-mutuel racing and other games of chance.The gaming operator may not offer live (3)The Assistant Director for Security shall,in conjunction animal racing or sports bookmaking. with the Director of the Oregon State Lottery,confer with the Attorney General or designee as the Assistant Director The measure requires that the Oregon State Lottery Commis- of Security deems necessary and advisable to promote and sion issue a 15-year license to the gaming operator to operate insure integrity,security,honesty and fairness of the opera- the games authorized by the measure,if the gaming operator tion and administration of the state lottery and the games meets specified qualifications/conditions,to operate casino authorized by section 7 of this 2010 Act.The Assistant Direc- games.The measure requires that the commission renew for for Security,in conjunction with the director,shall report the license if the gaming operator retains the qualifications any alleged violation of law to the Attorney General and required by the measure for an initial license.The measure any other appropriate law enforcement authority for further contains additional provisions relating to public disclosure. investigation and action. Currently the Oregon Constitution prohibits casinos in (4)As used in this section,"gaming operator"has the Oregon,and the Constitution would have to be amended by meaning given that term in section 5 of this 2010 Act. a separate ballot measure for the casino described in this Note:Boldfaced t measure to be established. type indicates new language;[brackets and italic]type indicates deletions or comments. The measure requires the Oregon Lottery Commission to provide oversight and regulation of the gaming activities. Regulations include provisions related to qualifications of the gaming operator and gaming employees and to the types of games allowed. The measure prohibits the expenditure of public funds for administration of the measure,and requires the gaming operator to pay the Oregon Lottery$2 million dollars per year, as adjusted for inflation,for administrative expenses. Ballot Measure 75 creates the Oregon Job Growth,Education and Communities Fund(the"Fund").Each month,25%of the casino's adjusted gross gaming revenues shall be deposited in the Fund.Each year,the dedicated Fund shall allocate 50%of the revenues to all public school districts,to be used for"classroom instruction",defined to include teacher and staff salaries,text- books,instructional supplies,classroom computers and technol- ogy,libraries and librarians and classroom safety and security. Additional allocations from the dedicated Fund are to be made as follows:30%to all Oregon counties and shared as described with certain cities;4%to the host city in which the taxable casino is located;3%to the Oregon State Police;3% each,to the cities that adjoin the host city,2%to the host county in which the taxable casino is located;and 2%to the Problem Gambling Treatment Fund. The Oregon Lottery Commission shall submit to the people, the Governor,and the Legislative Assembly an Annual Report detailing the disbursements from the dedicated Fund. Committee Members: Appointed by: Matt Rossman Chief Petitioners Bruce Studer Chief Petitioners Craig J.Dorsay Secretary of State Ellen C.Lowe Secretary of State R.Samuel Hall Members of the Committee (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) a f d -.y D' Y�• s ��ir fr x T,1111, n,o .•&.::,,, r; s, ,1111�. s y • Article VII(Amended),section 1a("The Legislative Assem- Argument In Favor bly or the people may by VOTEYES ON 75TO SUPPORT ATAXABLE CASINO Article IX,section 1 ("The Legislative Assembly shall,and THAT DEDICATES REVENUETO OREGON CLASSROOMS the people through the initiative may,provide by law..."). Vote Yes on Measure 75 Leaving"the people"out of the provision demonstrates This measure allows a taxable casino in a specific location in. Oregon voters didn't intend to prevent themselves from Wood Village,Oregon,as part of an entertainment center that deciding whether to allow a casino. includes non-gaming amenities such as a resort hotel,a large THIS WILL BE THE ONLY TAXPAYING CASINO hall for concerts and conventions,a 3D movie complex,a bowling center,and indoor and outdoor water parks. Matthew Rossman,Chief Petitioner Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioner This measure dedicates 25%of gaming revenues directly to every Good For Oregon Committee K-12 public school classroom and to every county in Oregon for (This information furnished by Matthew Rossman and public safety,healthcare,libraries,senior services,and more. This project will jump-start the Oregon economy and create Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioners,Good for Oregon Committee.) thousands of construction and permanent jobs that will Argument in Favor average$35,000 per year and will include health benefits. g This would be the first taxable casino in Oregon.(Tribal MAYOR OF WOOD VILLAGE ASKS YOU TO VOTE YES ON 75 casinos do not pay taxes. As Mayor of Wood Village,where the proposed entertainment Oregon needs an economic recovery.You can make a center will be located,I ask you to vote yes on Measure 75. difference in the economy and provide needed revenue for Oregon owners want to build on the site of the old Multnomah schools and for seniors,at no cost to Oregon taxpayers. Kennel Club,which is an abandoned dog racing track with. Vote-yes for economic recovery. easy access to 1-84.In its heyday,the race track provided jobs for east Multnomah County and entertainment for locals and Vote yes for more money in the classroom. visitors.Now the racetrack sits empty,doing nothing for the community or the state. Vote yes to support senior services in every county. The proposed project is more than a casino.The owners have Vote yes on Measure 75 committed to build an entertainment center with a 3D movie theater,water park,convention facilities,concert hall,hotel www.GoodFor0regon.org and other amenities along with a casino.It would provide fun Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioner family entertainment and attract tourists to Oregon. Matthew Rossman,Chief Petitioner The entertainment center will be a good neighbor in Wood Good For Oregon Committee Village.The owners have met regularly with local officials and (This information furnished by Matthew Rossman and are committed to solve any issues related to traffic and crime. Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioners,Good for Oregon Committee.) In addition to this statewide vote,Wood Village voters will vote this November on a local referendum to allow the project.But Argument in Favor first,we need the support of voters statewide. MEASURE 75 DOES NOT NEED A CONSTITUTIONAL CHANGE Why vote yes if you don't live in Wood Village? YOU HAVE THE POWER TO SITE THE TAXABLE CASINO 1.This measure requires 25%of the gaming revenue to go to every school and county in Oregon and the local com- The prohibition authorizing casinos and the requirement to ban munities.To see how much money your county or school casinos applies only to the Legislative Assembly,not to the could receive,visit www.GoodFor0regon.org people.Ballot Measure 75 will become law when it passes. "The Legislative Assembly has no power to authorize,and shall 2•This project could add to our overall economy,bringing full time jobs and tourists to our state.The casino will prohibit,casinos from operation in the State of Oregon" pay income,property and payroll taxes totaling hundreds --Oregon Constitution,Article XV,section 4(12) of millions of dollars every year.With your support,we have an opportunity to create jobs that will boost the The most important evidence of whether Oregon voters entire state economy. intended for the Constitution's lottery provision to prohibit the voters themselves from authorizing a casino,is what the lottery Please vote Yes on Measure 75 provision says--that the Legislative Assembly may not autho- rize a casino,it doesn't say the people can't. Sincerely, keayin%"the people"out of the provision is significant for two Dave Fuller rpa5oris.First,-Oregon law prohibits courts from adding words Mayor of Wood Village to laws.ORS 174.010 states:"In the construction of a statute, the office of the judge is simply to ascertain and declare what (This information furnished by Dave Fuller,Mayor of Wood Village.) is,in terms or in substance,contained therein,not to insert what has been omitted,or to omit what has been inserted."If Argument in Favor votary didn't put the words"the people"into the casino ban, MEASURE 75 DEDICATES NEW CASINO REVENUE TO those words can't be added by the courts. CLASSROOMS,COPS,COUNTIES AND CITIES Second,other parts of the constitution show that the people state claims it will lose money if this measure passes.But knew how to apply a constitutional provision to themselves The when they wanted to.There are many provisions of the consti all they'll lose is control over the money.In truth,this project tution that prohibit,require,or authorize actions by both the will generate hundreds of millions more in revenue.But legislature and the people.Some of those provisions are: instead of giving the money to the Legislature,this measure gives the spending power to the People. The printing:of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. ' ket, Oftici l E F hVAefS,Rarhph Measure 75 dedicates half of its revenue directly to classrooms Argument in Favor and divides the other half among Oregon's 36 counties and 10 largest cities. SCHOOL FUNDING FOR EVERY OREGON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT EVERYONE AGREES THAT MEASURE 75 PUTS HUNDREDS OF MILLIONS INTO LOCAL SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITIES As an Oregon public school teacher I support measure#75.Public schools are the life blood of Oregon's future and our schools are According to the state's own estimates,the new casino will in need of funding to prepare the next generation of productive send: . citizens and,of course,future taxpayers.I wish we did not need BETWEEN$4 MILLION AND$25 MILLION to state programs, to rely on gaming revenue for school funding,but we as a state and already made that decision.So let's make the best of it. BETWEEN$40 MILLION AND$74 MILLION TO SCHOOLS Schools throughout Oregon are in need of additional funding YEARLY:Each and every classroom in Oregon will receive to reverse the trend of eliminating school programs,trimming money from the casino. school calendars,and compromising the education our stu= dents deserve.Measure#75 will generate nearly$75 million of BETWEEN$37 MILLION AND$67 MILLION TO LOCAL dedicated revenue to Oregon's schools each year the entertain- GOVERNMENTS:Some money that previously went to the ment center/casino is in full operation.All students in Oregon state will go to counties instead-for important services such will benefit,regardless of where they live and attend school. as public safety and services for seniors.Local communities Measure#75 is not the total answer,but it is an investment in will need to borrow less with state bonding if they are getting the right direction and it does not require any taxpayer dollars the revenue directly from the casino.To see how much your to get us there.Please join me in voting yes on Measure#75. county would get,visit www.GoodForOregon.org OREGON ALREADY RELIES ON GAMING REVENUE To find out how much new revenue will be going to your local TO MEET BASIC BUDGET NEEDS.MEASURE 75 RAISES school district,go to www.GoodForOregon.org MORE MONEY WITH A NEWTAXABLE CASINO Tony Crawford AND DEDICATES ITTO OUR PRIORITIES. Teacher,Canby Matthew Rossman,Chief Petitioner (This information furnished by Tony Crawford.) Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioner Good For Oregon Committee Argument in Favor (This information furnished by Matthew Rossman and MAKE UPYOUR OWN MIND on MEASURE 751 Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioners, Good for Oregon Committee.) Historically,gaming means Argument in Favor MORE REVENUE FOR STATE LOTTERIES In the discussion about bringing competitive gaming to The Columbia Pacific Building Trades Council Oregon,numerous reports have speculated about what will Urges You To Vote Yes On Measure 75 or won't happen to the Oregon State Lottery.Fortunately,we Oregonians who work with their hands are struggling to find don't have to try and predict the future based on wild guesses: work,but jobs are nowhere to be to be found. We can look at what's already happened in other states that have benefited from gaming. Depending on the trade,25%to 50%of construction workers A recent study by Spectrum Gaming Group compared states are unemployed. that had recently allowed gaming to states that had not. But there is hope.Measure 75 asks voters to support building AMONG"CASINO STATES":(4.3%growth) a$250 million dollar entertainment center and taxable casino in Wood Village.The project is expected to create hundreds of Average lottery growth 2000-2005(0.6%population growth) 'direct construction jobs,generating a$286 million in annual payroll over the next several years. AMONG"NON-CASINO STATES":(4.0%growth) Measure 75 Will: Average lottery growth 2000-2005(0.9%population growth) • Create up to 5,000 construction jobs,and • Inject hundreds of millions of dollars into Oregon's economy So,even with less population growth,states that had recently allowed competitive gaming saw more lottery growth than Furthermore,all these construction jobs will come from private states that had maintained their ban. investment,not tax dollars. Each state will have a unique experience.What will make the There hasn't been much privately funded work for a long time. difference is whether the state and the gaming operators work This project is an opportunity to get people working.When we together.The Spectrum study notes that: are working,we have money to spend in the local economy. "...if casino operators develop and follow through on cross- The builders of this project are committed to building and open marketing strategies designed to boost lottery sales,there will ating the new casino and resort the Oregon way,constructed be an increased potential of actual growth in lottery sales as by union craftspeople using local suppliers,and incorporating a result." state-of-the-art green building materials and techniques. Once the facility is built,it is expected to provide more than 2,000 permanent jobs on site,plus an additional 2,300 indirect OTHER STATES jobs from the increase in tourism, South Dakota:State Lottery officials say that casinos and the HELP GET OREGON WORKING AGAIN:VOTEYES ON lottery do not compete and actually"complement each other" MEASURE 75 West Virginia:State Lottery officials stated that the lottery COLUMBIA PACIFIC BUILDING TRADES COUNCIL and the private gaming coexisted well and that there was"no (This information furnished by John Mohlis,Columbia Pacific competition" Building Trades Council.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. -7 Measures, Measure75,j 49, rrEer►ts New Jersey:Interestingly enough,four of the top five lottery Argument in Favor retailers in New Jersey in the 2000s were casinos,which aren't ATAXABLE CASINO WILL PUT DOLLARS DIRECTLY required to sell lottery products but ended up being top mar- INTO CHILDREN'S CLASSROOMS keters to out of state visitors. Make up your own mind! I don't gamble and I'm not very excited about the fact that we See other examples and read the entire Spectrum study— currently pay for our schools with gaming ollars from the lottery. d with methodology and analysis. Nevertheless,as a parent with two children in Oregon's public http://www.goodfororegon.org/new/documents/ schools,I am supporting Measure 75. Spectrum_Study.pdf More information at In order to stabilize school funding,we need committed www a information at revenue,and we need it every year.The lottery is already declining.A taxable casino will diversify the gaming revenue Matt Rossman,Chief Petitioner our kids depend on. Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioner The state needs more money for schools without raising taxes Good For Oregon Committee again.We can't afford to gamble on the next generation of {This information furnished by Matthew Rossman and Oregonians.We must provide the school days,curriculum, Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioners, Good for Oregon Committee.) programs,and teachers to ensure that they compete in a quickly changing world. Argument in Favor We can't allow one more day to be cut,one more program to ATaxable Casino and Entertainment CenterWtll be removed,-or one more.teacher to be laid off. Attract Investment in Oregon. The entertainment center and casino will generate jobs and The opposition wants you to believe that"foreign investors" income taxes that help schools and point us toward an eco- are behind this measure.Why?Because they are worried about nomic recovery.It will also provide dedicated money,every competition from a taxable,non-smoking casino that attracts year,to every classroom in Oregon. tourists to Oregon by providing family fun. And it won't cost Oregon taxpayers a single dime. When complete,the site at an abandoned racetrack in Measure 75 will not solve all the state's economic problems or Wood Village will be the new home to a 3D movie theater, its education funding challenges.But it can and will make a dif- bowling alley,water park,shops,and a hotel. ference.Measure#75 can be the determining factor in whether The idea was conceived by two Oregonians who set out to help a community keeps or loses teachers. schools,and who have worked for four years on a solid busi- I'm asking you to consider the impact on the next generation of ness plan that is attracting investors from around the world. Oregon workers and Ieaders.They are in the classrooms today, Investors have already committed$250 million to build the and they need our help. entertainment center and casino in Wood Village.They are Please vote yes on Measure 75. investing their own money,not asking for taxpayer dollars. Rebecca Rasmussen Oregon needs investment that creates jobs Parent and improves our economy. Tualatin A YES VOTE SAYS THAT OREGON IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS. (This information furnished by Rebecca Rasmussen.) A no vote sends the message that investment in Oregon isn't Argument in Favor welcome.We can't afford that. HARDWORKING FAMILIES NEEDYOURYESVOTE ON Unlike Oregon's nine existing casinos,this one would pay MEASURE 75 taxes,just like the rest of Oregon's businesses.They're not asking for special status. The men and women who build the roads,schools,bridges, Competition is good,and adding a taxable casino will attract office buildings and houses in Oregon are hurting for work.In even more tourists to Oregon.They will come for gaming,and some building trade sectors,50%of the workers can't find a while they are here,they will visit the coast,go to the zoo,ski, job.And they're not the only ones struggling;so are their fami- dine out,shop,see music,and spend money that helps our lies,their communities,and our economy. economy. Voting yes on Measure 75 will give hope to hard working Learn more about the local Oregonians,building trades unions, families and open the door to economic prosperity for every and businesses supporting a taxable casino in Wood Village . Oregon community. online at Goodfor0regon.org/people.php Measure 75 asks voters to support an entertainment center and Also available on the website is a study by Oregon-based casino in Wood Village. economist Bill Reid,detailing the economic benefits of the If approved,the Entertainment Center and Casino could bring: taxable casino:Good ForOreaon orci/news php • More than 5,000 union construction jobs, YES OREGON NEEDS INVESTMENT AND JOB CREATION. . Over$220 million in wages for construction workers,and YES ON 75! • Over$160 million in wages for other workers. Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioner Construction alone could bring$380 million of additional economic Matt Rossman,Chief Petitioner activity into the economy.This tax-paying casino could bring much Good For Oregon Committee needed business to all Oregonians,including those who work in retail,manufacturing,and health services,to name a few. (This information furnished by Matthew Rossman and Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioners, Good for Oregon Committee.) rrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state wa r Measure 75 represents a real lifeline to Oregonians who cur- Most states see a significant increase in lottery funds immedi- rently can't find work.These new construction jobs will open ately following the opening of similar casino operations.In the up opportunities,and will serve as a bridge for working Orego- worst case,some states have seen modest decreases in lottery nians who need to support their families while the economy revenues,while total gaming activity and revenues to the state begins to recover and our country starts to build again. increased significantly. Join me,and other 8uildingTrades Councils,to help hard- THE EXAMPLE FROM OREGON:DESPITE THE working families get back on their feet.Vote Yes on Measure 75. INTRODUCTION OF NINE TRIBAL CASINOS,OREGON'S LOTTERY REVENUE CONTINUES TO GROW, John Mohlis WITH LITTLE IMPACT FROM THE CASINOS. (This information furnished by John Mohlis.) According to the lottery tracking study,64%of video lottery players play at"convenience facilities"within 2.8 miles of Argument in Favor home,while 11%play within 4.6 miles of work.A destination casino will attract tourists and people looking fora"gaming Measure 75 Opens the Door to Prosperity experience" I'm a resident and a mom here in Wood Village,and I'm sup In other words,destination entertainment casinos attract a parting Measure 75. 1 different market share than video lottery players.They are Everyone in Oregon knows the economy is terrible.Jobs are uniquely positioned to expand an underserved market,leading scarce,and our public schools are making significant cuts. to higher participation in the lottery. Measure 75 will bring.thousands of construction jobs and 2,500 CASE IN POINT:After introducing gaming in Deadwood and permanent jobs to our community.Those jobs will average retail video lottery terminals in 1991,South Dakota saw video $35,000 per year and will include health benefits.And all this lottery revenue increase 119 percent from 1991-1994.Casino will happen without increasing taxes. revenue in Deadwood increased 132%during the same time We desperately need this influx of jobs and the economic period.According to lottery officials,both have coexisted quite boost they will bring to east Multnomah County.The proposed well over the years. entertainment center will bring out-of-state visitors-and their YourYES vote on Measure 75 provides dedicated monthly money-to Oregon. revenue to every Oregon public school district and every Our local businesses will prosper,and we will be able to trans Oregon county. form east Multnomah County into a community that we can Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioner be proud of-with good schools and good services for all our Matt Rossman,Chief Petitioner citizens,especially children and seniors. Good For Oregon Committee We already depend on gambling dollars to pay'for schools. (This information furnished by Bruce Studer and Matthew Unfortunately,the lottery just isn't enough.We need this Rossman,Chief Petitioners, Good for Oregon Committee.) $250 million investment in Oregon's future.Once the entertain- ment center is built,we will be able to use it's many amenities. Argument in Favor Furthermore,it will provide revenue for not just us,but for every school district and every county in the state. United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 555 Supports Measure 75 In addition to raising nearly$150 million in revenue for schools and community services in every corner of Oregon,the center Hard-working Oregonians are hard-pressed to find work in this will pay more than$25 million in state and local taxes,includ- depressed economy.In the last year,the Portland Metro region ing income taxes,property taxes and occupancy taxes. alone has lost more than 50,000 jobs.With high unemployment and higher under-employment,too many members of our com- Here in Wood Village,we will have a separate vote to approve munity can't find work. the entertainment center.That means we will have another opportunity to voice any concerns that affect our local com- The UFCW Local 555 can see that Oregon's economy is strug- munity specifically.Right now,you can help yourself and your gling.And we believe Measure 75 can help. community by voting yes on measure 75. Measure 75 supports the vision for a taxable casino in Thank you, Wood Village,Oregon.This family entertainment resort would bring jobs,investments,and a much needed jump-start to Katy Laszlo our economy. .Wood Village (This information furnished by Katy Laszlo.) With businesses and families from Portland to Pendleton feeling the pain,we need the investment a taxable casino can bring to Oregon. Argument in Favor A taxable casino can get our economy moving forward.New LOTTERY LOSS CLAIMS MISINFORMED; jobs will bring new consumers to our small businesses and STATE LOSS CLAIMS FALSE grocery stores,which will need to hire new employees to keep The Secretary of State's Financial Impact Statement in this up with demand. voter pamphlet relies on government economists who do not With aYes vote on Measure 75,Oregon could see 5,000 con- understand basic consumer gaming behavior.As a result,they struction jobs and 2,500 new full-time jobs that will average overstated projected lottery losses. $35,000 a year and include health insurance.Also,25%of the Claims that the measure would cause the"lottery sky"to fall casino's gross revenue,about$150 million a year,would go to are in stark contrast to empirical research that demonstrates every County and K-12 school district in the state. the opposite.In fact,the introduction of a destination entertain- AYes vote on Measure 75 says,"I support schools and jobs, ment casino has not historically impacted long-term lottery and I want to move our economy forward" revenue. UFCW Local 555 encourages you to VoteYes on Measure 75 The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. 3 United Food and Commercial Workers Union,Local 555 Our job is building,and when the building stops,we stop being (This information furnished by JeffAnderson, United Food and able to make a living. Commercial Workers Union Local 555.) Measure 75 is a chance to bring thousands of const�uctigns jobs to Oregon. Argument in Favor It wouldn't cost the taxpayers a dime,and$250 million would History of the Measure from the Chief Petitioners be immediately invested to build a casino entertainment center, creating thousands of construction jobs during the building Legalized gaming has a long history in Oregon,beginning with phase and 2,500 permanent jobs when it opens.This is the legalized horse racing in 1931. Back then,racetracks could be opposite of a bailout—the investors just need our permission found in all of Oregon's largest cities.Their popularity increased to invest their own money in our communities for the next 50 years. This is one of the largest private construction jobs proposed in years. In 1984,Oregon voters approved a law authorizing the state- An infusion of money that large into Oregon's economy will have owned and state-run Iottery.The lottery vote also established, a ripple effect,creating all kinds of jobs for construction workers for the first time,Oregon's legislative ban on casinos. like me,and also for suppliers and other nearby businesses. Beginning in 1992,following passage of the Federal Indian Help put your neighbors back to work.Our work is now in Gaming Regulatory Act of 1988,the State exempted Oregon's your hands. nine federally recognized tribes from the casino ban. Three years later,in 1995,voters approved adding public edu- Vote Yes on Measure 75. cation to the list of programs funded by the lottery.Today,the Sincerely, - Oregon Lottery provides a significant portion of K-12 schools' resources.Since voters passed an indoor smoking ban,lottery James Pritchard revenues have declined rapidly. Portland Schools can't depend.on the lottery alone. (This information furnished by James Pritchard.) Starting in 2006,we,the chief petitioners of this Measure, Argument in Favor began thinking about a way to help schools without asking for more taxpayer dollars.We started planning an entertainment Wood Village Voters Have the Final Say; resort,including a taxable casino that gives money directly to Still Need YourYes Vote the classroom,to provide a fun place for Oregonians and tour- ists to visit and to significantly boost our economy. Over the past four years,our plan has improved in response to I am a resident and homeowner in Wood Village,and I am sup- our conversations with Oregon citizens. porting Measure 75.Why?Because I want the old dog racing track to be turned into a new entertainment center including We are dedicated to making this vision a reality,and we need a water park,hotel,3D theaters,concert hall,bowling alley, your help, restaurants and a taxable casino. We want the whole state to benefit by improving k-12 public Over the past decade,I have watched the Multnomah Kennel Club education and raising money for every county in Oregon.And fall apart.Today,it is an eyesore,and it generates nothing but weeds. we're not asking any for taxpayer dollars. So when I heard that someone wanted to fix it up and put folks YourYes vote on this measure will help us invest in Oregon, to work there,I got excited.Here in Wood Village,we don't have create jobs,and give money to every public school district and many jobs and we have almost no industry.This project will every county in Oregon. create enough jobs to permanently employ over 2,000 people in family wage jobs with benefits.Measure 75 would give us an Thank you, opportunity to turn an eyesore into economic opportunity. Bruce Studer and Matt Rossman The new development would also pay taxes to the city,county Chief Petitioners and state,something other casinos in Oregon don't do.That (This information furnished by Bruce Studer and Matthew would help fix our roads and sidewalks and keep more local Rossman,Chief Petitioners, Good for Oregon Committee.) police on duty. Ayes vote on Measure 75 will help my community by bring- Argument in Favor ing in much needed taxes and new family wage jobs.It will also help your community,because this measure requires the AN UNEMPLOYED OREGONIAN URGES AYES ON 75 casino to pay 25%of its gaming money to every school district; Dear Neighbor, every county,and the top 10 cities in the state. I am a construction worker by trade, My neighbors and 1 in Wood Village have the final say in whether the casino is built in our city.We need your support, I have been part of a workforce that has helped build Oregon. too,as both the statewide and local measures must pass for This has been fulfilling work that has supported my family.It the project to move forward. hasn't made us rich,but it has been enough to raise a family I hope you will join me in voting yes on Measure 75.Help bring on,and that's enough for me. jobs to Oregon and more money to the classroom. But now,with the economy falling apart,we have virtually Yours truly, stopped repairing our schools,stopped replacing our crum- bling bridges,and stopped building new homes. Gary Lee Moore,Jr. Work has been increasingly hard to find and I,and many other Wood Village,Oregon workers,have been making ends meet with odd jobs.Even (This information furnished by Gary Lee Moore Jr.) then,we find ourselves unemployed for big chunks of the year. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. y �1 @} E1 t8 " r....H Argument in Favor Argument in Opposition TAXABLE CASINO WILL MAKE ANNUAL DISTRIBUTION TO Oregon Restaurants and Hotels Urge a NO Vote on Measure 75. EVERY OREGON COUNTY Currently,off-reservation casinos are illegal in Oregon.Two When fully operational,the annual distribution to every Oregon private investors hope for special treatment by changing county and the 10 largest cities,is projected to be as follows: Oregon's constitution allowing only them to build an off- Counties reservation casino,essentially a"two person constitutional Baker-$190,000 monopoly' Benton-$502,000 Measure 75 will hurt hundreds of small businesses.Allowing Clackamas $4,394,000 a casino in the Portland area will draw customers away from Clatsop-$438,000 local businesses and will drain discretionary spending from all Columbia-$560,000 retail business sectors in the metro area. Coos-$730,000 Crook-$314,000 Oregon voters have already decided on how to distribute Curry-$247,000 gaming revenue in the state,and the proposed casino will Deschutes-$988,000 go against that decision.Currently,the state gets 78%of the Douglas-$1,219,000 gaming revenue(more than 65%of which goes to schools and Gilliam-$22,000 services).The proposed casino will give only,25%of its revenue Grant-$87,000 to the state.As a comparison,a state funded casino in Harney-$89;000 Rhode Island gives over 60%of its revenue to the state. Hood River-$251,000 Jackson-$1,198,000 Measure 75 will bring casinos and their accompanying social Jefferson-$263,000 climate closer to cities and neighborhoods.It will set a prec- Josephine-$968,000 edent and increase pressure on tribal casinos to try and locate Klamath $768,000 closer to the Metro area. Lake-$88,000 Lane ,$2,011,000 Our concern is not just about decreased lottery dollars to the Lincoln-$517,000 state.For small retail business,the consequences will be a Linn-$1,282,000 drain on consumer spending and an increase on social impacts Malheur-$367,000 due to the size and urban location of the casino.The loss in Marion-$1,841,000 revenue to the state is just one of the many reasons to oppose Morrow-$145,000 this"two person constitutional monopoly" Multnomah-$4,192,000 Polk-$796,000 Vote NO on Measure 75 to stop the constitutional monopoly! Sherman $21,000 Vote NO on Measure 75 to protect small businesses and local Tillamook-$302,000 neighborhoods! Umatilla-$838,000 Union-$295,000 (This information furnished by Bill Perry,Oregon Restaurant Wallowa-$82,000 and Lodging Association.) Wasco-$280,000 Washington-$3,049,000 Argument in Opposition Wheeler-$18,000 Yamhill-$1,102,000 Local and State Leaders Urge a NO Vote on Measure 75 Ton 70 Cities:Corvallis-$502,000;Bend-$988,000; There are so many ways in which Measure 75 is a bad idea;it's Medford-$1,197,500;Eugene-$1,468,000; hard to know where to start.Here are just a few of the reasons Springfield-$543,000;Salem-$1;840,500; we urge you to vote NO: Gresham-$622,000;Portland-$3,570,000; Beaverton-$1,494,000;Hillsboro-$1,555,000 Measure 75 means.... Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioner 1.)A whole new state bureaucracy to administer private Matt Rossman,Chief Petitioner gambling in Oregon. Good For Oregon Committee 2.)Creating a private casino monopoly,and handing it over to corporate executives with little accountability except (This information furnished by Matthew Rossman and to their foreign investors and their own bottom line. Bruce Studer,Chief Petitioners,Good for Oregon Committee.) 3.)Setting a dangerous precedent-opening the floodgates to more corporations buying casinos in Oregon. 4.)Breaking Oregon's promise to Native American tribes. When theTribes were first granted the right to build casinos,they voluntarily agreed to build one per tribe and to give back to the community.They've kept up their end ofthe bargain-donating almost$100 million to local charities all across Oregon. 5.)More crime,more drug and alcohol abuse and more traffic problems at a time when police and sheriff's depu- ties are already overburdened and understaffed. 6.)Endangering families that live near the proposed private casino.This controversial casino has been discussed and rejected over the years.Since then,a subdivision of family homes has been built directly across the street.It's not fair to those families to put their children at risk with the increased crime and traffic. PUT SIMPLY,MEASURE 75 IS A BAD IDEA. WE STRONGLY URGE ALL OREGONIANSTO VOTE NO. The priming of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. a, n.. fa FM Oregon State Senator Laurie Monnes Anderson This measure might make a lot of money for the Lake Oswego Multnomah County Commissioner Deborah Kafoury executives and foreign investors who are backing it,but for our (This information furnished by Deborah Kafoury,Multnomah neighborhood it means: _ County Commissioner.) • Increased crime,further taxing Multnomah County law enforcement; Argument in Opposition • More traffic congestion; • Alcohol and drug abuse problems-including increased Teachers say"NO"to Measure 75: drunk driving on our roads. It's bad for our communities,harmful to kids, And,make no mistake-this measure sets a dangerous precedent and wrong for our future. Supporters of creating this private gambling monopoly in BAD FOR OUR COMMUNITIES Oregon CLAIM they will only build one casino.But if we allow this to happen,there will nothing to stop them-or another big With budgets for all of our basic services already stretched corporation-from buying another casino in Oregon.And that thin,police and sheriffs deputies are already overburdened one just might be in your neighborhood,near your home or and understaffed.Yet if these measures pass,law enforcement your children's school near the proposed private casino will have to deal with more crime,more alcohol and drug abuse and more traffic problems Please,for the sake of our community...and yours...vote NO on as a result. Measure 75. Plus,if we allow the development of private casino gaming in It's simply a bad idea. Oregon,that means we'll need to create a whole new state Betty J.Lightfoot bureaucracy to administer it.We simply can't afford these Henry Lightfoot measures. Janice L.Akers HARMFULTO KIDS Kenneth R.Husak,retired from Multnomah Sheriff's Department As teachers,we taught our kids more than the ABC's-we (This information furnished by Paige Richardson,No on 75-It's 9 1 a Bad Idea.) helped reinforce the values being taught at home,like keeping our word.Yet measure 75 would break Oregon's promise to our states IndianTribes-going back on an agreement to which the Argument in Opposition Tribes have been faithful.That's the wrong message to send Spirit Mountain Community Fund Gives Back to Oregon our children. Because We Care This controversial casino has been discussed and rejected over We Urge Oregonians to Vote,"NO'on Measure 75 the years.Since then,a subdivision of middle class homes has been built directly across the street.It's not fair to those Keep Oregon's Promise to Indian Tribes .families to put their children at risk with the increased crime and traffic. In the last 10 years alone,the Spirit Mountain Community Fund has given back to Oregon.We've made donations of over WRONG FOR OUR FUTURE $50 million to charities all across the state,because we care A private casino gambling monopoly would only benefit a few about the place we call home. wealthy corporate executives and foreign investors,but we all The contributions we have volunteered have funded important would pay the price. things that protect our state's unique quality of life,and make it a better place to live and to work,including: Measure 75 sets a dangerous precedent-leaving the door wide open to any corporation that wants to buy and build more • Afterschool programs that supplement classroom learning casinos in Oregon. and keep kids in safe environments. JOIN US IN VOTING"NO" ON MEASURE 75-A BAD IDEA FOR • Beach clean ups,conservation easements and other envi- OREGON. ronmental projects that improve fish and animal habitat while improving our natural environment for generations Robert E.Akers, Virginia Leffall-Husak, to come. RetiredTeacher Retired Teacher • Community health clinics that ensure children and families (This information furnished by Paige Richardson,No on 75-It's have the basic health care they need. a Bad Idea.) Spirit Mountain Community Fund takes great pride in giving Argument in Opposition back to Oregon,and we have a proven record of doing just that.Unfortunately,-we don't believe the same can be said for Local Neighbors of the Proposed Private Casino the big corporate backers of Measure 75 who offer little more than vague promises of Vegas-s le gambling. Urge a NO Vote on Measure 75 Just as we have honored our promise to Oregon,we are A Bad Idea for Our Community hopeful that the state will continue to honor its promise to the Indian Tribes-a community partner with a history of putting Even though this measure is on the ballot statewide,some of Oregon First. us will be directly hurt by the building of a new,private casino where we Iive.That's why,as neighbors of the proposed casino, Protect the Promise. we ask our fellow Oregonians to reject this bad idea. Vote"no"on Measure 75. As is true in many towns and cities across Oregon,police and Shelley Hanson,Director sheriff's deputies in our community are already overburdened Spirit Mountain Community Fund,the philanthropic arm of The and understaffed.This measure will put a further strain on Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde those who are already working with too few resources to keep (This information furnished by Shelley Hanson,Spirit Mountain us safe. Community Fund.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement bythe State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made inthe arguments. a � y Argument in Opposition VOTE NOON MEASURE 75: A Bad Idea for Oregon A Bad Deal for All of Us Our state`s Indian casinos are pro-Oregon. , When Or Indian tribes were first given the right to build casinos on our land,we voluntarily entered into agreements with the state in which we would give back to Oregon—the equivalent of the state's corporate income tax. Oregon Tribes have honored our promise. Over 75%of purchases for services and supplies at Indian casinos come from Oregon businesses.We buy locally because we care about our state. What are the odds that foreign-owned investment companies will show the same loyalty to local Oregon businesses? Not good. In the last ten years alone Oregon's Indian tribes have given almost$100 million directly to local charities across the state, doing our part to make Oregon a better place to live and work.' Passing this measure means breaking our agreement. It's just not right. This measure sets a dangerous precedent.While Oregon tribes have kept our promise to the State and to Oregonians,passing Measure 75 will open the floodgates to privatized gambling in Oregon. Privatized gambling in Oregon would mean a whole new state bureaucracy to oversee it. Is that really what Oregon needs right now? Measure 75 is a bad idea for all Oregonians.Vote NO on Measure 75. Justin Martin,Association Manager,OregonTribal Gaming Alliance (This information furnished by Justin Martin,Oregon Tribal Gaming Alliance.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrarrt the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. ;F "NOW Proposed by initiative petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 2,2010. IN Result of "yes" vote Summary "Yes"vote continues constitutional dedication of 15 percent Under current constitutional provision,15 percent of net lottery of lottery proceeds for parks,beaches,wildlife habitat, proceeds are placed in a Parks and Natural Resources Fund, and watershed protection beyond 2014.Modifies funding half for state parks,beaches,historic sites and recreation areas, and half for restoration and protection of natural resources, process,allocations. including fish and wildlife habitat and protection of watersheds. Currently,funding ends after 2014 unless voters approve con- Result of "nO" Z/ote tinuation beyond that date.The proposed measure continues "No"vote retains current constitutional provision dedicating 15 percent funding for the same purposes beyond 2014.State 15 percent of lottery proceeds to parks,beaches,wildlife,and agencies receiving monies from the Fund are required the money use only for the specified purposes.The proposea d watershed protection through 2014.Continuation requires measure also identifies eligible grant recipients and establishes voter approval. minimum allocation levels of grant funding for local and regional park projects that protect and restore fish and wildlife habitats,and protect watersheds.Other provisions. Estimate of financial impact The measure makes permanent the dedication of 15%of state lottery proceeds each year to parks and natural resources. For the year 2011 this amount is estimated to be$87 million. The measure dedicates a minimum amount of funds for local parks. The measure does not produce additional revenue for state government. The measure does not require additional state or local government spending,but would require adjusting spending between programs or funding sources. Text of Measure Commission is empowered to promulgate rules related to the procedures of the Commission and the operation of the State PREAMBLE:The people of the State of Oregon find that Lottery.Such rules and any statutes enacted to further imple- renewing the current dedication in the Oregon Constitution ment this article shall insure the integrity,security,honesty, of fifteen percent of lottery revenues to parks,water quality and fairness of the Lottery.The Commission shall have such and fish and wildlife habitats will provide lasting social,eco- additional powers and duties as may be provided by law. nomic,environmental and public health benefits. (b)The Governor shall appoint a Director subject to con- The people of the State of Oregon also find that renewal of firmation by the Senate who shall serve at the pleasure of the Parks and Natural Resources Fund will support voluntary experience to direct the tope operations of al to e-operated lottery. efforts to: The Director shall be responsible for managing the affairs of (1)Protect and restore water quality,watersheds and habi- the Commission.The Director may appoint and prescribe the tats for native fish and wildlife that provide a healthy envi- duties of no more than four Assistant Directors as the Direc- ronment for current and future generations of Oregonians; for deems necessary.One of the Assistant Directors shall be responsible for a security division to assure security,integrity, (2)Maintain and expand public parks,natural areas and honesty,and fairness in the operations and administration of recreation areas to meet the diverse needs of a growing the State Lottery.To fulfill these responsibilities,the Assistant population and to provide opportunities for to experience Director for security shall be qualified by training and experk nature and enjoy outdoor recreation activities'close to home ence,including at least five years of law enforcement experi- and in the many special places throughout Oregon; ence,and knowledge and experience in computer security. (3)Provide jobs and economic opportunities improving (c)The Director shall implement and operate a State Lottery the health of our forests,prairies,lakes,streams,wetlands, pursuant to the rules,and under the guidance,of the Com- rivers,and parks,including efforts to halt the spread of mission.The State Lottery may operate any game procedure invasive species; authorized by the commission,except parimutuel racing, (4)Strengthen the audit and reporting requirements, ing future methods methods among adult persons who have paid for tickets or shares in that game;provided that,in lottery iden- social games,and the games commonly known in Oregon as tify desired outcomes and specify allowable uses of the fund bingo or to ,whereby prizes are distributed using any exist in order to provide more strategic,accountable and efficient uses of the Parks and Natural Resources Fund;and c games utilizing computer terminals or other devices,no coins (5)Enhance the ability of public land managers,private or currency shall ever be dispensed directly to players from organizations,individuals and businesses to work together such computer terminals or devices. in local,regional and statewide partnerships to expand rec- (d)There is hereby created within the General Fund the reation opportunities,improve water quality and conserve Oregon State Lottery Fund which is continuously appropriated fish and,wildlife habitat. for the purpose of administering and operating the Commis- sion and the State Lottery.The State Lottery shall operate as Be it therefore enacted by the people of the State of Oregon a self-supporting reven ue-ais revenue-raising of stat govenment that the Oregon Constitution is amended as follows: and no appropriations,loans,or other transfers of state funds PARAGRAPH 1.Sections 4,4a and 4b,Article XV of the shall be made to it.The State Lottery shall pay all prizes and Constitution of the State of Oregon,are amended by adding all of its expenses out of the revenues it receives from the sale new language(shown in boldface type)and deleting existing of tickets or shares to the public and turnover the net proceeds language(shown in[bracketed italics]),so that such sections therefrom to a fund to be established by the Legislative read as follows: Assembly from which the Legislative Assembly shall,make appropriations for the benefit of any of the following public Section 4.(1)Except as provided in subsections(2),(3),(4), purposes:creating jobs,furthering economic development, (10)and(11)of this section,lotteries and the sale of lottery financing public education in Oregon or restoring and protect- tickets,for any purpose whatever,are prohibited,and the ing Oregon's parks,beaches,watersheds and[critical]native Legislative Assembly shall prevent the same by penal laws. fish and wildlife[habitats].Effective July 1,1997,15%of the provide for the establish- net proceeds from the State Lottery shall be deposited,from ( n The Legislative Assembly may p the fund created by the Legislative Assembly under this para- com operation,and regulation of raffles and the lottery graph,in an education stability fund.Effective July 1,2003, ommonly known as bingo or lotto by charitable,fraternal, 18%of the net proceeds from the State Lottery shall be depos or religious organizations.As used in this section,charitable, ited,from the fond created by the Legislative Assembly under fraternal or religious organization means such organizations this paragraph,in an education stability fund.Earnings on or foundations as defined by law because of their charitable, moneys in the education stability fund shall be retained in the fraternal,or religious purposes.The regulations shall define fund or expended for the public purpose of financing public eligible organizations or foundations,and may prescribe education in Oregon as provided by law.Except as provided the frequency of raffles,bingo or lotto,set a maximum T subsections(6)and(8)of this section,moneys in the educa- monetary limit for prizes and require a statement of the odds tion stability fund shall be invested as provided by law and on winning a prize.The Legislative Assembly shall vest the shall not be subject to the limitations of section 6,Article XI of regulatory authority in any appropriate state agency. this Constitution.The Legislative Assembly may appropriate (3)There is hereby created the State Lottery Commission other moneys or revenue to the education stability fund.The which shall establish and operate a State Lottery.All pro Legislative Assembly shall appropriate amounts sufficient to pay lottery ceeds from the State Lottery,including interest,but excluding bonds before appropriating the net proceeds costs of administration and payment of prizes,shall be used from the State Lottery for any other purpose.At least 84%of for any of the following purposes:creating jobs,furthering the total annual revenues from the sale of all lottery tickets or economic development,financing public education in Oregon shares shall be returned to the public in the form of prizes and or restoring and protecting Oregon's parks,beaches,water net revenues benefiting the public purpose. sheds and[critical]native fish and wildlife[habitats]. (5)Notwithstanding paragraph(d)of subsection(4)of this (4)(a)The State Lottery Commission shall be comprised of section,the amount in the education stability fund created five members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by under paragraph(d)of subsection(4)of this section may not the Senate who shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor. exceed an amount that is equal to five percent of the amount At least one of the Commissioners shall have a minimum of that was accrued as revenues in the state's General Fund five years experience in law enforcement and at least one of during the prior biennium.If the amount in the education the Commissioners shall be a certified public accountant.The stability fund exceeds five percent of the amount that was ix MIMI accrued as revenues in the state's General Fund during the sites and recreation areas,and 50%shall be deposited in a prior biennium: natural resources subaccount and distributed for the public purposes of financing the restoration and protection of native (a)Additional net proceeds from the State Lottery may not [salmonid]fish and wildlife[populations],watersheds[, be deposited in the education stability fund until the amount fish and wildlife habitats and]and water quality in Oregon. in the education stability fund is reduced to less than five The Legislative Assembly shall not limit expenditures from percent of the amount that was accrued as revenues in the the parks and natural resources fund,or from the parks or state's General Fund during the prior biennium;and natural resources subaccounts.The Legislative Assembly (b) Fifteen percent of the net proceeds from the State may appropriate other moneys or revenue to the parks and Lottery shall be deposited into the school capital matching natural resources fund. subaccount created under subsection(8)of this section. (11)Only one State Lottery operation shall be permitted in (6)The Legislative Assembly may by law appropriate,allo- the State. cate or transfer any portion of the principal of the education (12)The Legislative Assembly has no power to authorize,and stability fund created under paragraph(d)of subsection(4)of shall prohibit,casinos from operation in the State of Oregon. this section for expenditure on public education if: Section 4a.[Any state agency that receives moneys from (a)The proposed appropriation,allocation or transfer is the parks and natural resources fund established under approved by three-fifths of the members serving in each section 4 of this Article for the public purpose of financing house of the Legislative Assembly and the Legislative Assem- the protection,repair,operation,creation and development of bly finds one of the following: state parks,ocean shores and public beach access areas,his- (A)That the last quarterly economic and revenue forecast toric sites and recreation areas shall have the authority to use for a biennium indicates that moneys available to the state's the moneys for the following purposes:](1)In each biennium General Fund for the next biennium will be at least three the Legislative Assembly shall appropriate all of the moneys p in the parks subaccount of the parks and natural resources percent less than appropriations from the state's General Fund for the current biennium; fund established under section 4 of this Article for the uses allowed in subsection(2)of this section,and to achieve all of (B)That there has been a decline for two or more consecu- the following: tive quarters in the last 12 months in seasonally adjusted nonfarm payroll employment;or la►Provide additional public parks,natural areas or outdoor recreational areas to meet the needs of current and future (C)That a quarterly economic and revenue forecast projects residents of the State of Oregon; that revenues in the state's General Fund in the current bien- (b)Protect natural,cultural,historic and outdoor recre- nium will be at least two percent below what the revenues were ational resources of state or regional significance; projected to be in the revenue forecast on which the legisla- tively adopted budget for the current biennium was based;or (c)Manage public parks,natural areas and outdoor recre- (b)If the proposed appropriation,allocation or transfer ation areas to ensure their long-term ecological health and is approved b three-fifths of the members serving provide for the enjoyment of current and future residents of pp y g in each the State of Oregon;and house of the Legislative Assembly and the Governor declares an emergency. (d)Provide diverse and equitable opportunities for resi= (7gslative Assembly may by law prescribe the pro- dents of the State of Oregon to experience nature and par- )The Lei ticipate in outdoor recreational activities in state,regional, ce to used and identify the persons required to make the forecasts described in subsection (6)of this section. local or neighborhood public parks and recreation areas. (8)(a)There is created a school capital matching subaccount (2)The moneys in the parks subaccount shall be used only to: within the education stability fund created under paragraph [(1)](a)Maintain,construct,improve,develop,manage and (d)of subsection(4)of this section. operate state parks,ocean shores,public beach access areas, (b)The Legislative Assembly may by law appropriate, historic sites,natural areas and outdoor and recreation allocate or transfer moneys or revenue to the school capital [facilities,programs and]areas[.]; matching subaccount. [(2)](b)Acquire real property,or interests therein,that has (c)To the extent funds are available,the Legislative Assem- significant natural,scenic,cultural,historic or recreational bly may appropriate,allocate or transfer moneys in the values,[deemed necessary]for the creation or[and]opera- bly recreation areas and historic sites of state parks,ocean shores,public beach access areas, school capital matching subaccount and earnings on moneys in the subaccount for the purpose of providing state match- out ing funds to school districts for capital costs incurred by the natural,scenic,cultural,historic and recreatio nal values.];and o because of school districts. [(3)](c)Provide[Operate]grants[programs for]to regional (9)Notwithstanding paragraph(d)of subsection(4)of this or local government entities[deemed necessary to accom- section, May 1,2003,the State Treasurer shall transfer plish the public purposes of the parks and natural resources $150 million from the education stability fund created under fund established under section 4 of this Article]to acquire paragraph(d)of subsection(4)of this section to a fund property for public parks,natural areas or outdoor recreation created by law and known as the State School Fund.Moneys areas,or to develop or improve public parks,natural areas or outdoor recreation areas. transferred under this subsection may be used in the manner provided by law for moneys in the State School Fund. (3)In each biennium the Legislative Assembly shall appropri- (10)Effective July 1, 1999,15%of the net proceeds from ate no less than twelve percent of the moneys in the parks the State Lottery shall be deposited in a parks and natural subaccount for local and regional grants as authorized under resources fund created by the Legislative Assembly. u paragraph(c)of subsection(2)of this section.However,if in the moneys in the parks and natural resources fund,5 f any biennium the amount of net proceeds deposited in the shall be deposited in a parks subaccount and distributed parks and natural resources fund created under section 4 of for the public purposes arks subaccount the protection,repair, this Article increases by more than fifty percent above the operation,and creation of state,regional and local public amount deposited in the 2009-2011 biennium,the Legislative parks,ocean shore and public beach access areas,historic Assembly shall appropriate no less than twenty-five percent of the moneys in the parks subaccount for local and regional grants as authorized under paragraph(c)of subsection(2)of (b)Carry out projects to protect or restore native fish or this section.The grants shall be administered by a single state wildlife habitats; agency.The costs of the state agency in administering the grants shall not be paid out of the portion of the moneys in the (c)Carry out projects to protect or restore natural water- parks subaccount appropriated for local and regional grants. shed functions to improve water quality or stream flow3;and Section 4b.[Moneys disbursed for the public purpose of (d)Carry out resource assessment,planning,design and financing the restoration and protection of wild salmonid engineering,technical assistance,monitoring and outreach populations,watersheds,fish and wildlife habitats and water activities necessary for projects funded under paragraphs(a) quality from the fund.established under section 4 ofthis Article through(c)of this subsection. shall be administered by one state agency.At least 65%of the (3)In each biennium the Legislative Assembly shall appro- moneys will be used for capital expenditures. These moneys, priate that portion.of the natural resources subaccount not . including grants,shall be used for all of the following purposes: appropriated under subsection(2)of this section to support (1)Watershed,fish and wildlife,and riparian and other all of the following activities: native species,habitat conservation activities,including but (a)Develop,implement or update state conservation not limited to planning,coordination,assessment,implemen- strategies or plans to protect or restore native fish or wildlife tation,restoration,inventory,information management and habitats or to protect or restore natural watershed functions monitoring activities. to improve water quality or stream flows; (2)Watershed and riparian education efforts. (b)Develop,implement or update regional or local strate- (3)The development and implementation of watershed and gies or plans that are consistent with the state strategies or water quality enhancement plans. plans described in paragraph(a)of this subsection; (4)Entering into agreements to obtain from willing owners (c)Develop,implement or update state strategies or plans determinate interests in lands and waters that protect water- to prevent,detect,control or eradicate invasive species that shed resources,including but not limited to fee simple inter- threaten native fish or wildlife habitats or that impair water ests in land,leases of land or conservation easements.] quality; (1)In each biennium the Legislative Assembly shall appro- (d)Support local delivery of programs or projects,includ- priate all of the moneys in the natural resources subaccount ing watershed education activities,that protect or restore of the parks and natural resources fund established under native fish or wildlife habitats or watersheds; section 4 of this Article for the uses allowed in subsections(2) (e)Pay the state agency costs of administering subsection and(3)of this section,and to accomplish all of the following: (2)of this section,which costs shall not be paid out of the (a)Protect and improve water quality in Oregon's rivers, moneys available for grants under subsection(2)of this lakes,and streams by restoring natural watershed functions section;and or stream flows; (f)[6]Enforcement of]fish and wildlife and habitat protec- (b)Secure long-term protection for lands and waters that tion laws and regulations. provide significant habitats for native fish and wildlife; PARAGRAPH 2.Section 4c of Ballot Measure 66(1998)is (c)Restore and maintain habitats needed to sustain amended by adding new language(shown in boldface type) healthy and resilient populations of native fish and wildlife; and deleting existing language(shown in[bracketed italics]), so that such section reads as follows: (d)Maintain the diversity of Oregon's plants,animals and Section 4c.The Secretary of State shall regularly audit ecosystems; a[A]ny state agency that receives moneys from the parks (e)Involve people in voluntary actions.to protect,restore and natural resources fund established under section 4 of and maintain the ecological health of Oregon's lands and this Article[shall secure an independent audit,pursuant waters;and to section 2,Article VI of this Constitution,to measure]to address the finahcial integrity,compliance with applicable (f)Remedy the conditions that limit the health of fish and laws,efficiency and effectiveness[and performance of the wildlife,habitats and watershed functions in greatest need agency receiving such moneys]of the use of the moneys.The of conservation. costs of the audit shall be paid from the parks and natural (2)In each biennium the Legislative Assembly shall appropri- resources fund.However,such costs may not be paid from the portions of such fund,or the subaccounts of the fund, ate no less than sixty-five percent of the moneys in the natural that are dedicated to grants.[Each agency shall submit] resources subaccount to one state agency,and that agency T[t]he audit shall be submitted to the Legislative Assembly shall distribute those moneys as grants to entities other than as part of a biennial report to the Legislative Assembly.In state or federal agencies for projects that achieve the outcomes addition,each agency that receives moneys from the parks specified in subsection(1)of this section.However,if in any and natural resources fund shall submit a biennial perfor- biennium the amount of net proceeds deposited in the parks mance report the Legislature Assembly that describes the and natural resources fund created under section 4 of this measurable biennial and cumulative results of activities and Article increases by more than fifty percent above the amount programs financed by the fund. deposited in the 2009-2011 biennium,the Legislative Assembly shall appropriate.no less than seventy percent of the moneys PARAGRAPH 3.Section 4d(Section 5a of Ballot Measure 66 in the natural resources subaccount to one state agency,and 0998))of the Constitution of the State of Oregon is repealed that agency shall distribute those moneys as grants to entities and sections 4,4a,4b and 4c of Article XV of the Constitu- other than state or federal agencies for projects that achieve tion of the State of Oregon,as amended by this Measure,are the outcomes specified in subsection(1)of this section.In addi retained as part of the Oregon Constitution. tion,these moneys shall be used only to: Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and (a)Acquire from willing owners interests in land or water italic]type indicates deletions or comments. that will protect or restore native fish or wildlife habitats, which interests may include but are not limited to fee inter- ests,conservation easements or leases; �� ya � s, Explanatory Statement Ballot Measure 76 amends the Oregon Constitution. Since 1999 the Oregon Constitution has dedicated 15 percent of net Oregon Lottery proceeds to a Parks and Natural Resources Fund(Fund);other dedications of lottery proceeds support education and economic development.Half of the Fund is placed in a parks subaccount and applied to purposes related to state parks,ocean shore and beach access areas, historic sites and recreation areas and grants to local govern- ments for parks;the other half is placed in a natural resources subaccount and applied to restoration/protection of native salmonids(for example,salmon and trout),watersheds,fish and wildlife habitats,and water quality. The Constitution requires an affirmative vote of the people in 2014 to continue the 15 percent dedication beyond that year. This measure repeals the requirement for a vote in 2014 and continues the dedication.It also continues the equal division of the Fund between the two subaccounts described above.The measure also provides specific outcomes to be achieved by each subaccount and makes certain changes described below in the authorized or required uses of each subaccount's moneys. Parks subaccount:the measure authorizes spending for regional,in addition to state and local,parks.It authorizes grants to regional,in addition to local,government entities to acquire property for public parks,natural areas or outdoor recreation areas,or to develop or improve such parks and areas.The measure requires legislative appropriation of at _ least 12 percent of subaccount moneys each biennium for such grants;the minimum appropriation increases to 25 percent if in any biennium the amount of net lottery proceeds deposited in the Fund exceeds the 2009-11 biennium's deposit by more than 50 percent.The measure prohibits paying state agency grant administration costs from subaccount moneys used for grants. Natural resources subaccount:the measure authorizes spend- ing for the restoration/protection of native wildlife and all native fish instead of just salmonids.The measure eliminates an existing requirement to spend 65 percent of subaccount moneys for capital expenditures.Instead,it requires at least 65 percent of subaccount moneys to go to one state agency for grants to entities other than state or federal agencies for proj- ects that achieve the outcomes specified for the subaccount; the minimum appropriation increases to 70 percent if in any biennium the amount of net lottery proceeds deposited in the Fund exceeds the 2009-11 biennium's deposit by more than 50 percent.It prohibits paying state agency grant administration costs from subaccount moneys used for grants while permit- ting such payment from the rest of subaccount moneys. The measure broadens the scope of Secretary of State audits of the Fund and requires payment for audits from Fund moneys not used for grant programs described above.The measure also requires each agency receiving Fund moneys to provide the legislature a biennial performance report describ- ing measurable biennial and cumulative results of activities/ programs the Fund finances. Committee Members: Appointed by: Robert S.Ball Chief Petitioners Brian Booth Chief Petitioners Representative Jules Bailey* Secretary of State Laurie Wimmer* Secretary of State Hardy Myers Members of the Committee *Member dissents(does not concur with explanatory statement) (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) iS ( 1ttdlY�lS jvyliSi£ i�. a1>� ; 3, S Argument in Favor And Measure 76 creates a very high standard of accountability: Regular audits ensure that this money is going directly to effec- Vote"YES"Measure 76 tive projects on the ground. Bringing Everyone Together to do Good Things With no new spending,and no cuts to other services, For Communities,Jobs,Parks and the Environment this is an investment we have to make. Rarely in politics,government or public service does a subject Yes on 76 bring people together.All too frequent it is conflict,controversy It's about where we live. and division.One area of wide spread agreement is our parks And who re are. and watersheds.We Oregonians love our rivers and streams. We love our iconic salmon.We love our forests,open spaces (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for and panoramic vistas. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board offers grants and tech- nical assistance on watershed repair and improvement to public Argument in Favor and private land owners.This work brings people together. Protect Our Priorities:Preserve our Clean Water,Parks and Wildlife I've witnessed folks from the entire political spectrum,putting Join the League of Women Voters of Oregon in Supporting their political and social differences aside,working shoulder to Measure 76 shoulder,restoring and improving Johnson Creek watershed in SE Portland.Across this state I've toured farms,ranches, Measure 76 is our opportunity to preserve Oregon's clean woodlands both large and small,where property owners are waters,quality of life and natural beauty...and to ensure that doing the same. our children and grandchildren will be able to enjoy the same All to the lasting benefit of Oregon's environment and our quality of life we do. children's world. Preserving Clean Water Another thing we can all agree on;this effort takes money. All Oregonians share a need for clean water.Maintaining and Oregon needs a dedicated fund for Oregon's parks,watershed improving water quality in Oregon's rivers,lakes and streams councils and fish and wildlife habitats.This effort provides real is essential to our quality of life.Measure 76 will allow Oregon on the ground,visible and tangible results-You can actually to protect land around headwaters and surrounding upland see,walk on,swim in,fish in and touch the results of this effort. forests,preserve wetlands and stream corridors,and work with It's a great investment with long term returns. private land owners to provide restoration and long-term Please join me and vote yes on Measure 76. stewardship.All of this extremely vital work will improve our water quality and protect our wildlife. (This information furnished by Representative Mike Schaufler.) A Plan to Protect our Natural Legacy Argument in Favor Over the last 10 years,Oregon has created a comprehensive Vote Yes on Measure 76 system of local organizations that partner with local businesses For Our Water,Parks and Wildlife and land owners to protect sensitive lands for clean water, For Our Economy public health and safety.This investment has strengthened For Oregon Oregon's economy and provided thousands of family wage jobs in every community in our state. Oregon is a special place,with a connection to nature that Now is the time to pass this measure in order to continue this other places have lost.Here in Oregon,we are lucky.Our work-if we don't act,more critically important natural areas natural treasures are all around us.Our rivers,streams and and-fish and wildlife habitat will be lost forever as Oregon natural areas help define a quality of life that we all value. grows.Measure 76 will protect lands that are valuable for fish But our quality of life is not guaranteed.Yes on this measure and wildlife habitats. will protect our natural heritage and meet our basic,urgent The League of Women Voters of Oregon recognizes the impor- ne d protecting our clean water providing good family- tance of abundant clean water.Measure 76 protects a most subcortingjobs and preserving Oregon's natural areas for basic,urgent need:improving our water quality,and presery everyone.Measure 76 continues an effective existing.program ing our quality of life. improving its accountability,without raising taxes or taking a dime away from other priorities. For clean water today and a legacy we can be proud of,The Protecting ur water,our land,and our way of life is priority League of Women Voters of Oregon hopes you join us in g VOTING YES ON 76. we must protect.Measure 76 stands alone as a chance to pre- (This information furnished by Joshua Al ert,Oregonians for serve the very place we live.And it is a smart,affordable and p g accountable way to do it. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Here is what Measure 76 will do: Argument in Favor • Ensure clean safe water in Oregon:This measure protects A MESSAGE FROM GOVERNOR BARBARA ROBERTS the vital natural areas that protect our state's clean,safe drinking water. Let me share a story.I was raised in the small town of Sheridan • Preserve what's special about Oregon-for now,and for our inYamhill County.We didn't have a lot of money,but we fished children and grandchildren:Our parks,mountains,wildlife, in the creeks and rivers and we camped in Oregon's parks. and beaches are what help make Oregon special.We can't Those river banks and beautiful camping spots are where I go back to the days of water that was polluted and parks learned what it means to be an Oregonian. that were dangerous and unsafe. a Provide good,family-supporting jobs both directly through When I became a state representative,secretary of state,and restoration,construction and work in our parks,but also eventually Oregon's governor,I never forgot those childhood through tourists and travelers who come to visit Oregon's experiences.As I traveled every corner of Oregon,I met hun natural treasures. dreds of kindred spirits.Oregonians know their rivers,streams, and the special places that hold their family memories.When s the state warrant accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor doe # ;Iisut` lure 7S aref e you treasure places and want to protect them for your children grows,this"natural infrastructure"will become more impor- and grandchildren—that's what defines you as an Oregonian. tant than ever.By votingYES on Measure 76 we will provide essential support for restoring our streams and rivers and Twelve years ago,this special Oregon legacy was in jeopardy. preventing future pollution. Our state parks were falling apart and many were about to be closed.Our rivers and streams were polluted and getting Vote Yes Today to SaveTomorrow worse.Voters passed a measure to provide modest funding From providing clean water to absorbing periodic floods,: to fix these problems,without raising taxes.It's been tremen dously successful.There's plenty left to do,but we're on the nothing works better or cheaper than nature own systems of 's right track.Unlike many other states,Oregonians are daily pro- wetlands,small headwater streams,and floodplains.And we tecting and restoring clean water and important natural areas. must act now.The longer we wait to clean up Oregon's land We're building a future—a legacy—we can be proud of. and water.the more it will cost us in the long run.We must Vote Yes on Measure 76 today to allow Oregon to clean our rivers, As a single working mom who once struggled to provide for lakes and natural areas for tomorrow's generations. my two sons,I knew that safe,healthy parks and clean rivers Protect the Oregon We Love and streams were not a Iuxury.Today,as then,they provide physical and emotional sustenance to many Oregon families, We live in a special place,with a connection to nature that especially those who cannot afford vacations in faraway places. other places have lost-if they ever had it at all.Our rivers, If you wondered why I'm passionate about Ballot Measure 76, streams and parks are right here,helping define a quality of life now you know.I hope you'll join me in protecting Oregon's that we treasure as a heritage.They provide unmatched recre- natural heritage by votingYES on 76. ation for Americans of all ages,give us clean drinking water, and connect our communities to the natural world. (This information furnished by Joshua Alpena,Oregonians for Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Every Oregonian Deserves Healthy Rivers Vote YES on Measure 76,and Protect Our Water Argument in Favor American Rivers The American Federation of State County and Municipal ' Food&Water Watch Employees Oregon Council 75 urges you to voteYES on McKenzie RiverTrust Measure 76. The Wetlands Conservancy This measure is designed to continue a voter-approved dedica- Molalla River Watch,Inc. tion of 15%of Oregon Lottery funds to preserve parks,water, Columbia Riverkeeper and wildlife in Oregon.The Lottery money currently supports The Wild Salmon Center the work of local and state parks and the work to restore and Tillamook Estuaries Partnership maintain waterways across the state,as well as strengthening (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for native fish populations.The Lottery money funds work that Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) is essential to enduring that Oregon's natural resources and beauty will be preserved for generations to come. Argument in Favor As public employees,we know that Oregon is dealing with' Audubon Society of Portland Urges You to VoteYES on many important priorities.Our state's water,parks,and Measure 76To Protect Water,Parks and Wildlife wildlife are fundamental to our way of life,and we need to make a commitment to protect these services before it's too Ballot Measure 76 represents a critically important opportunity late.Without this Measure,Oregon AFSCME Council 75 is to protect fish and wildlife habitat,build our local and statewide concerned that our ability to maintain these resources,and the park systems and protect water quality.It renews Ballot Measure jobs they create,will cease.These programs have a dedicated 66 which passed with overwhelming voter support in 1998 and source of funding,and Oregon AFSCME Council 75 strongly which dedicates 15%of lottery funds to protecting natural areas supports continuing them,and continuing our investment in and parks.Today these funds are at work restoring wildlife keeping Oregon the great place that it is. habitat,acquiring natural areas,and creating and improving Join us in supporting continued conservation of Oregon's state and local parks.But without another vote of the people, natural resources by votingYES co Measure 76. the dedicated funding expires in 2014.Passage of Measure 76 is essential to ensure that Oregon's only dedicated source of (This information furnished by Joseph E. Baessler,Oregon funding for water quality,parks and wildlife remains intact. AFSCME Council 75.) Measure 76 will help ensure that we maintain a legacy of healthy fish and wildlife populations,clean water and access to Argument in Favor nature for current and future generations. RIVER PROTECTION ORGANIZATIONS SAY PROTECT OUR What does Measure 76 Do?Measure 76 would continue the MOST IMPORTANT RESOURCES state's current practice of dedicating 15%of lottery funds VOTEYES FOR MEASURE 76 towards protecting parks and wildlife habitat.There is no impact on anyone's tax bill and there is no impact on other vital Clean Water services.The funding would.be divided evenly between the following. What could be more important to our health,our communi- • Protecting and restoring water quality and habitats for fish ties,and our lives?Oregon's rivers feed all of our Iives.The and wildlife to ensure a healthy environment for genera- undersigned organizations work to ensure that our rivers and tions of Oregonians streams are safe to drink,to fish,to swim and to boat.That's • Preserving and improving public parks and recreation areas why we are working to pass Measure 76—only aYes vote will to provide opportunities for Oregon families to experience protect the rivers that feed all Oregonians. nature and enjoy outdoor recreation close to home.A minimum of 12%will go to local park jurisdictions with the Safeguarding our Natural Infrastructure remainder going to Oregon State Parks. By safeguarding streams and wetlands,we are preserving Past generations demonstrated tremendous foresight in pro- nature's ability to filter and supply clean water.As Oregon tecting and preserving many of the outstanding public parks The printing ofthese arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. s3 �5! ✓3 q�/ '}SqF 3 E J/ "" .may $ 8lvaiMk7,ww, 5/7'i�FIC{44i4�C4Y�3� aflY -' and natural areas that we enjoy and benefit from today. Oregon's parks and natural areas are outdoor classrooms for our kids,providing unique environmental education Let's leave a legacy for future generations by voting YES to opportunities in natural settings close to home.Hands-on protect Oregon's Water.Parks and Wildlife! learning programs in Oregon's great outdoors provide all The Audubon Society of Portland urgesYou to Vote YES on students-from the youngest preschooler to the Ph.D. Measure 76! candidate-the opportunity to get real-world understanding of math,science,analytical skills and.teamwork.Measure 76 will (This information furnished by Meryl A.Redisch,Audubon increase these environmental education opportunities. Society of Portland.) Our children's development also depends on access to natural Argument In Favor spaces,providing them with opportunities to build the skills g they need to grow and thrive.Playing and walking in nature OREGON BUSINESS LEADERS SUPPORT MEASURE 76 can be as effective as medication at preparing children's minds and getting them ready to learn.Preserving access to nature Since 1998,Oregon has made consistent,careful and-highly protects a child's ability to learn,making sure they are well effective investments to protect and restore natural habitat and prepared to excel at every level of education. to improve parks,using a small percentage of lottery funds. Preserving clean water,abundant wildlife,and access to parks This dedicated funding mechanism was created by an over- whelming vote of Oregonians. and natural areas will ensure our children and grandchildren will enjoy the same quality of life we do today. The availability of these funds has clearly been good for At less than 2 percent of the state's budget,this a small price Oregon's natural environment.It has also been good for to pay for a big investment in our future. Oregon's economic environment-creating jobs,supporting a growing business sector,attracting significant out-of-state VOTEYES! funding and stimulating economic activity across Oregon. Judith P.Aiken,retired professor,Bend,Oregon Approving Measure 76 will ensure that these economic benefits Karen Ann Sch laich,Teacher,Bend,Or continue-at a time when they are more important than ever. April Ann Fong,Biology and Environmental Studies Instructor, Most of these benefits-which include thousands of jobs across Portland,Oregon Oregon and millions of dollars in total economic impact-stem R.George Jeffcot,Retired Teacher(District 4-J),Eugene,Oregon from the predictability of dedicated funding.It would simply William Buskirk,Retired Teacher,Eugene,Oregon not be possible to achieve these economic benefits through the Patricia(Pem)Winquist,M.A.Education, ad hoc,piecemeal process that would arise in the absence of' Preschool Owner/Teacher,Retired this program. John Winquist Ph.D.Community College Faculty,Retired Richard H.Waring,Retired University Professor, These factors make a compelling business case to renew this Corvallis,Oregon funding this year.There are certainly many other issues and Marilyn M.Harlin,Marine Botanist,Professor Emerita, problems facing Oregon that would benefit from new thinking. University of Rhode Island However,funding for clean water,parks and healthy habitats Allen Heide,Teacher,Springfield,Oregon for fish and wildlife is not one of them. Tracy Rattelman,Teacher Oregonians have always valued ways of supporting the envi- (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for ronment that also support the economy.Based on more than a Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) decade of experience,the current process is a success-for the economy as well as the environment.We urge you to vote YES Argument in Favor on 76. Protect Oregon's natural legacy for future generations William D.Thorndike,Jr., President E.Randolph Labbe,President Vote Yes on Measure 76 Medford Fabrication Kerr Pacific Corp. Oregonians have long been committed to preserving what Medford,Oregon Portland,Oregon makes our state unique—our parks,our rivers,lakes and coast- Nik Blosser,President AmyTykeson,Owner line,our iconic salmon. Celilo Group Media,Inc. Bend Broadband Measure 76 ensures that we continue to protect what makes us Portland,OR Bend,OR proud to be Oregonians.This measure continues funding origi- David Evans and Associates, Christine Vernier,Owner nally approved by voters in 1998 for Oregon's parks and habitat Portland,OR Vernier Software&Technology around the state.This funding comes from a small allotment of Beaverton,OR lottery funds that will soon be expiring. Shiels Obletz Johnsen,Inc. Portland,Oregon John D.Carter,Owner&Manager Measure 76 helps ensure that Oregon families have clean Dusky Goose LLC water to drink,fish in and play in. Brian Gard Birch Creek Associates LLC Measure.76 funds 241 state parks around Oregon,where Gard Communications thousands of Oregon families relax,fish and connect with (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for nature each year.Our parks are also a draw for Oregon's Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) robust tourism industry and provide local jobs for working Oregonians. Argument in Favor Measure 76 protects lands along Oregon's coastline,prevent- EDUCATORS and TEACHERS ing pollution from tainting our coastal waters. SAY VOTE YES ON MEASURE 76 Measure 76 supports habitat for salmon and other fish, funding state programs that build fish ladders and install fish As teachers and professors,we know that learning happens screens to make sure Oregon's diverse fish populations thrive. both in and outside the classroom.That's why we enthusiastically support Measure 76. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. 99 Measures Nfeaeuri '7 Argentsn "., .. .,. In 1998,Oregon's parks were in dire straits,barely maintained, Measure 76 is fundamental to this work.This measure will with many facing closure. But Oregon voters turned the tide, continue to provide grants to local organizations and landown-, and today we have a healthy,diverse network of parks that ers across the state.So far over 4,800 projects have restored provide recreation and habitat for future generations.We don't thousands of miles of streams and protected more than a half want to lose that. million acres of habitat while allowing private landowners to continue making a living from their Iand.This work also Because all we love our beautiful state,we are asking you to employs hundreds of local businesses,creating jobs support- join us in voting YES on Measure 76. ing our communities. Oregon League of Conservation Voters This work must continue.Every lake,river and stream is part of The Trust For Public Land a larger natural system.Water flows from ridgetop to riverbed and nourishes our forests,farms and rangelands while also Sierra Club supporting native fish and wildlife.Between 1999 and 2008, Oregonians have worked together to restore fish populations Environment Oregon and range in more than 3,000 miles of streams.Over a half million acres of habitat have been protected.But there are still (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for thousands more miles of streams and rivers,grasslands and Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) forests to restore. Argument in Favor Vote yes on Measure 76 and work with us to continue the resto- ration of Oregon's natural resources. VOTEYES ON MEASURE 76:PEACE OF MIND FOR OUR COMMUNITY,PROTECTION FOR OUR CHILDREN Vote Yes on Measure 76. As a life-long law enforcement official,I know that providing Support the Watersheds of all Oregonians. Oregon's children with safe and enjoyable places to play is Tom O'Brien,Executive Director instrumental in achieving the quality of life we all strive for. Network of Oregon Watershed Councils That's why I enthusiastically support Measure 76. Measure 76 renews the funding that supports the Oregon Upper Deschutes Watershed Council State Police's Fish and Wildlife Division.In addition to the Ecola Creek Watershed Council protection of people and property,this vital division works to Grande Ronde Model Watershed Program prevent poaching,enforce fishing and hunting license require- Calapooia Watershed Council ments and deter those who may be inclined to violate natural Coast Fork Willamette Watershed Council Long Tom Watershed Council resource laws: Lower Rogue Watershed Council Beyond this important funding for our state police,it's clear Tualatin River Watershed Council that money invested into parks,playgrounds and recreational Tillamook Bay Watershed Council facilities results in less money spent on incarcerating convicted North Clackamas Urban Watersheds Council kids.Measure 76 provides for safe and healthy alternatives for Lower Nehalem Watershed Council ALL of our children-whether it be biking on safe,clean trails or Harney County Watershed Council playing sports on a new field-in EVERY corner of the state. GreaterYamhill Watershed Council The Coquille Watershed Association And not only will greater access to parks,playground and Klamath Watershed Partnership recreational facilities keep more of our children out of trouble, Measure 76 promotes active living by making healthy activities (This information furnished o O'Brien,Executive Director, available to everyone throughout Oregon.Parks and trail con- nections Councils.)allowing our children to get out of the car and on their feet. Fields and facilities serve multiple sports. Argument in Favor And with money from Measure 76 being used to improve A YES VOTE ON MEASURE 76 safety across Oregon,you can breathe easier when your chil- MEANS MORE MONEY FOR OREGON dren want to go fish,swim or play baseball,knowing that the As a member of your Congressional delegation,I know the rivers and park facilities,trails and fields are safe and secure. advantage of bringing federal matching funds back home to That's why it is vital that you vote YES on Measure 76. help us all through tough times.In fact,it's part of my job. Safety.Health.Peace of mind. Measure 76 helps to put Oregon at the top of the list for match- ing funds for things like clean water protection,job creation, VOTEYES ON MEASURE 76! and preservation of our natural treasures.By continuing the Ris Bradshaw,Clackamas Count Sheriff-retired existing 15%lottery allocation for these priorities,I can more County easily help Oregonians in every community get vital services (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for and plan for the future.Without this program in the future, Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) federal money that is rightly ours will go to other states. Vote YES on Measure 76.and allow me to use a little of. Argument in Favor Oregon's hard-earned dollars to bring even more federal Yes on Measure 76 for:Healthy watersheds,vibrant communi- dollars back home. ties and strong local economies Congressman David Wu In Oregon,we're known for doing things differently.We have (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for a unique way of solving our problems at the local level by Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) including everyone in that conversation and effort. Led by citizen volunteers and local groups,every year Oregonians work together on hundreds of projects to protect our streams and rivers,to build community and to strengthen our local economies. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrantthe accuracy ortruth of any statements made in the arguments. AW y . ow �`.� 3 r,. Argument in Favor Measure 76 will protect access to recreation by creating youth athletic fields in local parks across the state,by maintain- Support Our PARKS and TRAILS ing trails and state historic sites for every family to enjoy,by Support Measure 76 improving existing parks and by creating new ones. Oregon's system of local parks and recreation districts has a We believe that Measure 76,which represents about 1%of scope and vitality most cities can only dream of.The natural Oregon's budget,will go a long way in helping us attract and spaces,gardens,forests,swimming pools and playing fields retain a strong,vibrant workforce and keep that workforce are truly our communities'backyard. working for a long time to come. Neighborhoods affectionately borrow their names from the Please join.us in VOTINGYES on Measure 76. parks they adjoin.Kids of all ages enjoy and depend on our parks for ball games and swimming,family picnics and nature Valerie Ryan walks.Our parks are part of our identity. Cannon Beach Book Company Oregon's network of local parks works.We use them.Cherish Stephen McCarthy,owner them.They teach us.Bring us together.Draw new business Clear Creek Distillery and national acclaim through the quality of life they provide. Portland,Oregon That wasn't always so.Just 10 years ago our parks systems Member-owned Forest Park Federal Credit Union were in crisis with trails and facilities on the verge of closure. Portland Oregon Since passage of the original measure in 1998,we have turned a corner.Trails have been restored,facilities rebuilt.But there is Backyard Bird Shop still much work to do. While Oregon was largely wilderness,good people set aside The Ashland Fly Shop,Ashland Oregon green spaces to enjoy in perpetuity,now is our chance to continue Northwest Nature Shop their legacy.With hundreds of local projects across the region, Measure 76 is a wise investment-protecting natural areas,rivers, Green Drop Garage and parkland for our enjoyment for generations to come. (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Pass on our legacy of parks and recreation to our Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) kids and grandkids. VoteYES on Measure 761 Argument in Favor Amanda Rich,Executive Director,Oregon Recreation& SEIU Local 503 Urges YES ON 76 Park Association Allan Wells,President Our members are the front-line workers who preserve state Justin Patterson,Past President parks and water quality.We see first hand every day both the Ann Satterfield,Incoming President natural beauty our state possesses and the threats that our Rochelle Parsch,Treasurer environment faces. Jan Wirtz,Secretary Sharon Bogdanovic,Director at Large That is why we say,"VOTE YES on Measure 76" Jim Row,Director at Large Measure 76 continues to support effective existing programs Ivan Anderholm,Director at Large without raising taxes one dime.70%of the backlog of repairs Kathy Daly,Director at Large to our crumbling state parks have been eliminated. Debbie Wadleigh,Aquatics Section President Jake Risley,Maintenance&Construction Section President Measure 76 will allow us to preserve what is special for Oregon Julie Reilly,Natural Resources Section President --snow and for our children and grandchildren. Leslie Mundt,Recreational Sports Section President Ivan Mangum,Section for Programming Interests President Rebuilding Oregon's infrastructure is an important investment Aimee Goglia,Outdoor Recreation Section President for jobs and for the environment.Measure 76 is a step in the Don'Horton,Legislative Chair right direction to preserve taxpayers'investment in our parks Bruce Ronning,Bend and water resources. 'Justin D.Cutler,La Pine Brian Sjothun,Medford SEW Local 503 urges you to VOTE YES on 76. (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for (This information furnished byArthurTowers,Service Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Employees International Union,Local 503(SEIU,_Local 503).) Argument in Favor Argument in Favor Locally-Owned Businesses Support Measure 76 OUR WILDLIFE IS OUR WAY OF LIFE As business owners who work all across Oregon we urge you Protect Wildlife Habitat and Hunting Access,Vote Yes on 76 to join us iq votingYES on Measure 76. Oregon is home to abundant huntable wildlife.Big game, We know that protecting our clean water,natural areas and fish waterfowl and upland birds thrive in habitats from coastal and wildlife habitat is essential to maintaining a healthy local forest to grass prairie.Generations of Oregonians have lived economy and attracting and retaining a quality workforce. and hunted our unique natural resources. Thousands of tourists and travelers come to Oregon every year PREVENT POACHING to visit our natural treasures.Hundreds of locally-owned businesses like ours depend on our conservation economy. . Voting Yes on Measure 76 continues Oregon's only dedicated And we understand that in order to attract and retain our fund for protecting our huntable wildlife and preventing dan- workforce,it's vital that our neighborhoods offer amenities that gerous poaching. allow our employees and their families ways to relax and blow The Oregon Hunter's Association works with the Oregon State off steam after a long workday. Police to ensure that present.and future generations can safely The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. We ortunities.Through Edgar E.Clark,MD(retired) Jenevieve Amested,Reproductive experience Oregon's amazing hunting opp Medicine RN our efforts and cooperation with the State Police,poaching in Oregon is taking a good punch.But in order for this work to Malgosia Roxanne Buckmastec Z.Cegielski IVF Coordinator, st continue,we must support our Oregon State Police.Measure Licensed Psychologist RN 76 preserves our support for the Oregon State Police Fish and (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Wildlife Division,protecting huntable wildlife and hunters alike. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Poachers rob us of wildlife,and we are working hard to reduce these crimes. Punishment is more severe now than it ever Argument in Favor has been.But without the Oregon State Police on the scene to enforce the law,this progress will be lost.Voting Yes on AVOTE FOR MEASURE 76 IS AVOTE FOR THETHINGSTHAT Measure 76 directly supports the Oregon State Police's anti- MAKE OUR STATE A GREAT PLACETO LIVE.OUR CHILDREN poaching enforcement. ARE COUNTING ON IT. PROTECT WILDLIFE As parents,our job is a broad one keeping our kids healthy Working closely with law enforcement,private landowners and and safe,pow tin safe and educational env s i allowing onments.hem to play and g local organizations,Oregon has worked to protect the range ay and habitat in which our wildlife thrive and generations of Measure 76 is a great measure because it incorporates ALL help to preserve these elements of our job. Oregonians have hunted.Measure 76 will huntable wildlife such as wild turkey,bighorn sheep,and • It will help to protect.our water quality,keeping our children Columbian whitetail deer by continuing this effort.Voting Yes safe from polluted waters. It will help connect our kids with nature l continuing on Measure 76 renews Oregon's dedication to wildlife habitat. to preserve and provide access to natural areas and our The Oregon Hunter's Association Urges You to Vote Yes on 76 incredible outdoors,teaching them the true meaning of to protect our huntable wildlife and keep our hunters safe for Oregon's legacy. rounds in every generations to come. • It will provide safe ball fields and playgrounds Oregon Hunter's Association community in Oregon to allow our children the enrichment and fun they need to grow• providing hands-on • It will help to educate our children by p 9 (This information furnished jeJoshuaAlpert,Oregonians for outdoor education,providing real-world skills both in and Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) outside the classroom through numerous outdoor educa- Argument in Favor tion Programs. , FOR BETTER HEALTH...SUPPORT MEASURE 76. Measure 76 continues an incredibly successful program that's een in place for the past 10 years.Physical inactivity and from heart r sponsible for ral rose and ban b Examples of that success e seen throughout the state,including 400,000 deaths annually • diabetes.The IatestTrust for America's Health report on obesity Stewart Park playground renovation,Roseburg Sports and athletic facilities,Irrigon found obesity rates are rising in 37 states.In Oregon,the state's • Sports fields acquisition,Veneta adult obesity rate has now reached 25%.Physical inactivity is a Sp • Lullaby Lake County Park playground,Warrenton major cause of rising obesity.According to Centers for Disease 32nd St.Community Sports Park,Springfield Control,the annual estimated direct medical cost of physical inactivity in 2000 was$76.6 billion.In 2003,Oregonians paid more than$781 million in obesity related medical costs. A vote FOR Measure 76 is a vote for our children and a vote for Measure 76 will help reduce the health risks and costs associ- us,their parents.We owe it to ourselves to leave them an even promoting active living through improved better Oregon than the one left to us,and Measure 76 does ated with obesity by p 9 just that. access to parks,athletic fields and trails.By improving neigh- PLEASE Vote YES on Measure 76 and ensure that our children borhood and state parks,athletic fields,and trails throughout have the resources they need 7 thrive. Oregon-from Stubb Stewart State Park near Portland to the 32nd St.Community Sport s Park in Springfield Measure 76 Rasmussen Randall P. creates new opportunities for exercise and a healthier lifestyle Rarie Fox while improving our communities. Katy Connell Measure 76 will also help the development of Oregon's children Irene K.Jackson by providing them with opportunities to build the skills they Accord Kassandra L.Kelly need to grow and thrive,both physically and mentally. BruceTaylor ing to a study by the University of Illinois,walking through Joshua Alpert nature can.be as effective as ADHD medication at calming chit- Alethea L.Gallman dren's minds and preparing them to learn.Preserving access to Melissa J.Roy-Hart nature protects a child's ability to learn. Charles Quinn And by protecting natural areas,rivers and and streams, SethTruby Measure 76 helps secure for future generations the clean air (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for and water essential for good health. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign. Please voteYES on Measure 76. Argument in Favor , Kimberly Leaman Rodriguez Thomas Joseph Doherty,Psy.D. Vote Yes on Measure 76 for Certified Medical Assistant Clinical Psychologist Conservation of Clean,Safe Water Janet L.Roberts,MD Judy A Ellis,Registered Nurse Oregon's 45 Soil and Water Conservation Districts serve com- Jill Archer,MSW Elizabeth Barbieri,MD munities in every county by implementing projects that en foance water quality,restore stream banks and provide support Mary Mann,Owner Katie E.Hoffman,Medical Assistant water conservation on rural farms,private forests and urban Mary Mann Independent Oregon Reproductive Medicine areas.The Oregon Association of Conservation Districts Provider The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. � l 2Q, GtiE E1t0M6 fA '.Pn� t represents and supports our member districts in their VOTE YES ON MEASURE 76. commitments. Rev.Gary A.Langenwalter Measure 76 is vital to maintaining clean,safe water for our United Methodist Pastor communities.The projects implemented by this program have Dundee,Oregon restored close to 3,000 miles of streams,reducing runoff,and enhancing our natural resources. Sister Patricia Nagle Earth Home Ministries Measure 76 protects vital natural resources for future genera- tions.Projects funded over the past 12 years have enhanced Sister Sharon Joyer our water quality so we have clean,safe drinking water.This Satyavayu,withTouching Earth Sangha work must continue so future generations have a clean and plentiful water supply for drinking,recreation and support of Rev.Katherine A.Jesch our fish and wildlife while keeping soil fertile and productive Community Minister to provide a local,cost effective food supply.There is still much Cascadia Earth Justice Ministries to do-there are over 112,000 miles of rivers and streams in Oregon,many of which are water quality impaired.The longer Jack Bodner,Way of Shambhala we wait,the more it will cost. Director Measure 76 will provide jobs in our communities where they Shambhala Meditation Center of Portland are most needed.Many rural communities work with conserva- Ann Cason,Teacher tion districts to implement projects funded with Measure 76 Shambhala Meditation Center of Portland dollars.The jobs created locally by these projects are key to rural and urban communities and provide economic benefit (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for both directly and through support of local businesses that Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) provide supplies,equipment and other project needs.Oregon's water is fundamental to all of the state's industries and to our Argument in Favor vital tourist industry.We need to continue to support a quality MEASURE 76 PROVIDES environment and a productive economy. DIRECT BENEFITS TO CITIES AND COUNTIES Vote yes on Measure 76 to support a quality environment and ACROSS OREGON a productive economy for our children and grandchildren. Former and current local elected officials unite in support of Jerry Nicolescu,Executive Director natural areas,parks and streams. Oregon Association of Conservation Districts By passing measure 76,voters will safeguard the quality of Paul D.Reed,Director our water while maintaining Oregon's quality of life for future Upper Willamette Soil&Water Conservation District generations. (This information furnished by Jerry Nicolescu,Executive As former and current local mayors and city and county com- Director,Oregon Association of Conservation Districts.) missioners,we've seen firsthand how our communities have grown and changed in the last decade.And we know there's Argument in Favor more to come.In the next 25 years,millions more people will be living in Oregon.We've seen that this program works. VOTE YES FOR MEASURE 76,PRESERVE OUR PLACE FOR PEACE Measure 76 helps us protect the quality of life in our communi- Away from the competing cacophonies of our daily lives, . ties by continuing the succdss of the past 12 years. and surrounded by the beauty of nature,we can be truly still. Measure 76 directs the legislature to protect natural areas and Oregon's parks,rivers,beaches and natural areas are the quiet lands near rivers and streams throughout Oregon by providing places where we can withdraw for prayer,rest,and reflection. money to local communities. Local cities,counties and park OREGON'S NATURAL SPACES AREA PLACE TO EXPERIENCE providers across the state area will be able to: our Oneness with all life.In the wilderness,we can see • Preserve specified natural areas,wildlife,and trail corridors; creation,abundance,and the profusion of Iife.The • Protect and restore watersheds for improved water quality; magnificent beauty of Oregon's natural treasures renews and our awareness of this gift;it reminds us that we are part of a . Preserve fish and wildlife habitat. wonderfully diverse and interdependent network of life on a uniquely beautiful and life-giving planet. As important as the local and regional benefits are,we support OUR NATURAL SPACES PROVIDE ALL OREGONIANS WITH Measure 76 because it also includes strong accountability RESTORATION AND RENEWAL. standards to ensure the money is spent as promised,including regular audits by the Secretary of State and increased report- VOTE YES ON MEASURE 76 TO GIVE BACK ing requirements. Like lying down by still waters,time in the wilderness restores Please join us in voting YES for our communities,and YES on our souls,and we are renewed and refreshed.Voting yes on Measure 76. Measure 76 to continue protection of our wildlife and waters, Craig Dirksen,Mayor,City ofTigard benefits both humans and non-human creation and helps Mayor Charles C.Tomlinson preserve the fruitfulness of our land and water. Bruce Abernethy,former Mayor of Bend By preserving wilderness,we act responsibly as Gary H.Wheeler,Mayor of Medford,Oregon stewards of Earth,protecting those special areas where we Alan Unger,Deschutes County Commissioner are reminded of our place in the circle of life.By protecting our Pete Sorenson,Lane County Commissioner clean waters and wildlife habitat we preserve these precious Lincoln City Mayor Lori Hollingsworth gifts for our future generations.They too will need to Faye Stewart,East Lane County Commissioner experience the beauties of our Oregon. Nick Fish,Portland City Commissioner PRESERVE,PROTECT AND PROVIDE FOR OREGON'S NATURAL (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for TREASURES.FORTODAY AND FOR GENERATIONSTO COME. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. Argument in Favor Argument in Favor Preserve Oregon's natural and cultural heritage. MEASURE 76 PRESERVES FISH AND WILDLIFE HABITAT Vote Yes on Measure 76 Oregon's diverse and beautiful landscape provides a home for an incredible diversity of fish and wildlife.From the old-growth Oregon's parks do more than preserve our natural and cultural forests of the Cascade Mountains to the lakes and wetlands of heritage;they enrich lives,enhance learning and provide inspi- the Klamath Basin,thousands of species depend on our natural ration in an increasingly challenging world. areas and water to rest,feed,and raise their young. Oregon's state parks provide some of the best means of con- Clean water and natural spaces are critical for protecting necting Oregonians,young and old,to our great outdoors. Oregon's fish,wildlife and the humans that depends on them. Measure 76 is our opportunity to preserve our parks and sur- By voting YES on Measure 76 we will continue a unique rounding lands and preserve the important role our parks play program that benefits wildlife across the state-from elk to in our local economies and communities. I salmon,bald eagle to black bear-preserving the health of Oregon's parks are the touchstones of our shared history and Oregon's rich biological heritage. culture.In some ways,they represent the soul of our state.They Measure 76 continues the work we are doing to protect are our best places.Oregon's parks and historical sites embody Oregon's rivers and the major creeks and streams that feed the spirit of our state.They are windows to our past,homes to them-including key spawning grounds for salmon and other some of our rarest plants and animal species,and places where fish.Measure 76 also helps to protect important wildlife every Oregonian can go to find inspiration,peace,and open space. corridors,connecting parks and natural areas across the state. But these living,breathing monuments to our state's history, We all have a duty to be good stewards of our fish,wildlife culture,and landscape need care and support to overcome the and water.By votingYes on Measure 76,we help to protect many dangers that threaten to destroy them forever.Measure and restore Oregon's natural heritage to ensure that our great 76 will continue the work we do every day to ensure our parks grandchildren,will have the chance to fish for wild salmon in get that vital care and support. rivers like the Clackamas and Rogue,and to see bald eagles Measure 76 will help for generations to come.A single person, soar over Upper Klamath Lake. a single vote can and will make a difference in protecting Protect Oregon's rivers,streams,beaches and wild lands; Oregon's most beautiful places. protect fish and wildlife habitat for salmon,elk and bald eagles. Vote Yes on Measure 76. Join us in voting YES for Measure 761 Bennet Bums Pacific Rainforest Wildlife Guardians Board Chair Oregon State ParitsTrust Thomas J.Dwyer,Director Conservation Programs Ducks Unlimited,Inc.-Oregon Chapters Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition Kathleen Cody,Executive Director (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Salem Audubon Society Water,Parks.&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Sara Vickerman,Defenders of Wildlife Argument In Favor Rogue Valley Audubon Society TEN GOOD REASONSTO SUPPORT MEASURE 76: (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for A. Protect our public ocean beaches and beach access. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) 2. Restore Oregon's streams and rivers. Argument in Favor 3. Repair,improve and acquire park facilities. Support Measure 76,Support Oregon's Beaches 4. Preserve Oregon's scenic and historic places. For All Oregonians and For Generations to Come 5. Maintain hiking,biking and horseback trails. Oregon beaches are unique coastal environments with ecologi- cal,recreational and economic value.Our coast is a public 6. Access for fishing,boating,canoeing and swimming. resource and,in Oregon,it belongs to all of us.All 362 miles 7. Protect fish and wildlife habitat. of our Oregon beaches are maintained and protected by the Oregon Parks system. 8. Affordable camping sites and picnic areas. Responsible coastal management requires sustainable,long 9. Clean streams. term planning and preservation of beach environments includ- ing public access to them.This is why we enthusiastically 10. No new spending or cuts to other services. support Measure 76.By joining us and voting Yes on this criti- cal measure,we directly support the beaches where we surf,fly Oregon is in a time of challenges and opportunities.But even a kite or simply spend time with our families. in today's economy,we can improve our parks,protect our waters,preserve our natural areas and secure a legacy for the Further,by votingYes we directly support a coastal economy future by votingYes on Measure 76. that depends on clean,healthy and safe beaches.Oregon's oceans and coasts are priceless assets.Indispensable to life HELP SAVETHE BEST OF OREGON FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS itself,they also contribute significantly to our prosperity and PLEASE VOTE YES ON MEASURE 76 overall quality of life. Brian Booth,first State Parks Commission Chair Our beaches depend not only on preserving our coasts,but Gwyneth Gamble Booth,community activist on the quality of the water that feeds into our ocean.Oregon's (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for beaches,marshes,estuaries and the ocean depend on clean Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. Q#fta 0- phtt 9 water.By voting Yes on Measure 76,we continue the work of according to a specific detailed plan to preserve clean water protecting Oregon's streams,rives and estuaries,providing us and natural areas.In addition to the plan outlined in the all with a pristine Oregon coast for generations to come. ballot measure's Explanatory Statement,voters can see the Join Us to Protect Oregon's Beaches-Vote Yes on Measure 76 areas targeted for protection at www.healthywatersheds off. Surfrider Foundation Oregon Chapters Measure 76 ensures our tax dollars will be spent as promised- to help protect and preserve natural areas,clean water and our Oregon Shores Conservation Coalition unique quality of life. Westwind Stewardship Group It deserves your support. (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Jewel Lansing,Retired City of Portland and Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Multnomah County Auditor Argument In Favor (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Our children.Our families.Our friends.And our neighbors.They all have one thing in common-a desire to live active,healthy Argument in Favor lives.That's one reason why we choose to live In Oregon. Ranchers and Farmers Urge aYes on 76 Now Oregon needs our help to ensure that all Oregonians have access to safe,healthy places for recreation.Experts agree that Oregon's farmers and ranchers work every day to provide safe, physical activity is one of the cornerstones for good health,and abundant and affordable food while safeguarding habitat for walking is one of the easiest(and cheapest)ways to be physi- wildlife and maintaining clean water in our streams. cally active.All you need is a good pair of shoes,and you can Measure 76 helps farmers and ranches create these dual benefits. do it almost anywhere and at any time Funding from the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board has As walking and trails supporters,we are interested in not only helped farmers and ranchers across Oregon invest in: having serene places to walk,hike and bike through,but safe parks,trails and connectors that keep us and our children Fencing to protect streamside vegetation, healthy and active. • Protecting native habitat for future generations, • Planting native vegetation to reduce erosion and cool water Measure 76 will provide for maintenance work for all 500 miles temperatures,and of trails that run through our state parks,as well as continue Improving irrigation systems to keep more water in our to protect our 362 miles of ocean shore.Grants to local parks streams. districts go directly to restoring traits and connectors in every Y corner of the state. Abundant,affordable and quality food and healthy native habi- From Stubb Stewart to the KlamathTrail,and from the Warr Join Ore enton tats dare Son's fa lane stand rancherstin to all voting Yes on M aseure e76 WaterfrontTrail to Pioneer Park in Corvallis,Measure 76 will allow Oregonians to achieve the goal of living active healthy lives Ward's Home Ranch Herefords Safety.Accessibility.Good health and active living.That's what KurtThomas,Agency Ranch Measure 76 means to us,and that's why we support it.We urge Fort Klamath,OR You to join us in supporting Measure 76. Willamette Pedestrian Coalition(WPC) Charlie Boyer Ken Bailey,Vice President National CoastTrail Association Orchard View Farms,Inc. Portland,OR (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Craig&Liza Jane Nichols,Owner/Operator 6 Ranch Water,Parks&W ildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Enterprise,OR Argument in Favor (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Asa Former Auditor,I Urge YourYE$Vote on Measure 76 Measure 76 Requires Argument in Favor Tough New Accountability Provisions Vote Yes on Measure 76 to Protect Taxpayers Keep Oregon Working As a retired auditor,it was my job to ensure that public money Keep Oregon Great is spent responsibly and accountably.I understand how While we all cherish our state,Oregon can always improve. important it is to citizens and taxpayers that their money is Io Particularly now,when our unem m spent wisely and as promised. p ant level ranks among the highest in the country.The good n news is that Measure 76 That's why I enthusiastically support the strong accountability is a way to both provide thousands of family-supporting jobs measures contained within Measure 76. AND make needed improvements.Parks,waterways,irrigation systems and water systems-in order to work,they need work Measure 76 improves on existing requirements by strengthening done right now. the auditing and reporting requirements.Measure 76 requires: Not only will Measure 76 keep Oregonians working and create • Regular audits by the Secretary of State of any agency that new family-supporting jobs,but it will make Oregon stronger, receives money from the measure. allowing us to grow our economy. Now,when vice need it most. • Biennial performance re o s that detail the measurable Jobs that improve Oregon by cleaning our rivers and streams. and cumulative impacts and successes of water,parks,and Jobs that provide quality service to tourists and travelers who wildlife preservation projects. not only visit our thriving landmarks and beautiful landscapes, • That the money dedicated by the measure will be 5pen but to tourists and travelers who stimulate our economy by eating in our restaurants and sleeping in our hotels. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. ..,,., ,. ,,;•: ,.,,,,, ��5� '�'g,u ^� � ela 'fir` �.� s Y r n �F� �a'� wi l��" �� `�� .s:', o,.>,w.�..rx�. ,:. .. .•� a. '= - %��.. �' Made,f,{ We all know that there is much work to do.We went too long Measure 76 will help preserve a way of life we can share with as a state without basic maintenance for our natural treasures, our children and grandchildren.Now more than ever,kids need let alone new investment.Our drinking water should be clean to be inspired to get outside and discover the fascinating life and safe.Our state parks accessible,affordable and available to in and around the rivers that sustain them. Responsible and all working families,as well as to the thousands of people who enjoyable sport angling for future generations relies on good visit Oregon every year. access to healthy,abundant and sustainable fisheries today in By voting Yes on Measure 76 we can continue the work we are Oregon's healthy rivers and streams. doing to protect our vital resources and natural attractions, People who feel a connection to fish want to protect them.Pro- and continue to provide good,family-supporting jobs for thou- tecting Oregon's fish means protecting our rivers,our land and sands of workers across the state. our way of life,for now and for generations to come. It's time to create jobs.It's time to build Oregon. Vote Yes for Measure 76 Vote Yes on Measure 76 Preserve Oregon's Fish and Our Waters for Generations to Come Lon Holston Oregon Council,Trout Unlimited Field Representative Nonn Ritchie,Government Affairs Director Laborers'Local 483 Association of Northwest Steelheaders (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Rogue Flyfishers Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) (This inforr►tation furnished by Joshua Alpena,Oregonians for Argument in Favor Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) MEASURE 76 HELPS BUILD Argument in Favor HEALTHY RURAL ECONOMIES AND VIBRANT COMMUNITIES Do A Good Turn for Oregon's Parks Measure 76 invests in the quality of life in rural and urban com- As an Oregonian,and as a State Senator,I have the privilege of munities across Oregon.As advocates for creating and maintain- adding my voice to the issues impacting the future of our state. ing vibrant communities,we support dedicating state dollars Measure 76 is a chance for all Oregonians to leave a legacy of toward projects that create rural jobs while helping counties, public parks for generations to come. cities,towns achieve their plans for better communities Measure 76 represents the best of Oregon A vote in favor of dedicated funding for clean water,parks, As Oregonians,we believe in protecting natural places.We and open spaces is an investment that benefits the entire state through: believe local know-how is best.Measure 76 keeps Oregon's government focused on preservation of our parks,protecting • Restoration projects that have employed as many as 2500 our water,and our salmon and steelhead. Measure 76 projects farmers,ranchers,construction workers,and local businesses. are local,employ Oregonians,and preserve our irreplaceable • Park projects that help cities and towns provide recreation public places. opportunities,access to nature,and green spaces for their residents. Measure 76 represents all of us • Fencing and streamside tree planting projects that help Public parks,returning fish,and Oregon's quality of life is farms and ranches protect clean water. not partisan,its who we are.The success we've had to date Measure 76 will connect urban and rural communities,provid- has brought Oregonians together,not torn us apart.We've ing funds for protection of farm and forest lands that are vital protected rivers,restored historic parks unique to the Oregon to the economy,while investing in values that we all share. story,and created Oregon's newest state park,the Capitol Mail. The best part of our success is simple:these places are open to Please join us in voting YES for our communities,andYES on everyone.Politicians come and go,majorities in office change, Measure 76. but the natural legacy of Measure 76 will live on. 1000 Friends of Oregon Please join our family and vote YES on Measure 76.Ten years (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for from now,we'll all look back and be proud. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Jason A.Atkinson,State Senator,(R)District 2 (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Argument in Favor Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Clean Rivers,Healthy Fish and Great Fishing Argument in Favor A Vote for Measure 76 is a Vote for Oregon's Way of Life. THE NATURE CONSERVANCY RECOMMENDS As anglers dedicated to enhancing and protecting fish and their VOTE YES ON 76 habitats for today and for the future,we know that clean waters and healthy habitats are fundamental not just for fish,but for Oregonians care deeply about our state's quality of life.We take all Oregonians. responsibility for our clean water,healthy fish and wildlife habi- tats,and safe and available parks,beaches and natural areas. Measure 76 will help protect the habitat which.for fish,wildlife That's what Measure 76 is all about. and humankind alike not only includes water but surrounding natural areas reaching up into the forests,the soils that provide By voting YES on 76,you will: the aquifers,and to the air we breath.These funds will work • Help ensure clean,abundant drinking water for Oregon to improve our water quality at the source-replanting native families and healthy habitats for fish and wildlife. vegetation,restoring streams and rivers,and protecting the • Create thousands of family-supporting jobs in conserva- headwaters where our fish and our waters begin. tion,construction and tourism. • Preserve Oregon's special places for generations to come. The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. 6ffjiit, 1, i t t. Twelve years ago,Oregon had a problem.Streams were John D. Miller,President Wendy J.Cook,Owner polluted and salmon and other wildlife were in trouble.Our Mahonia Vineyards and Nursery Wendy J.Cook storied state parks were decaying.Oregonians said,"enough is Salem,Oregon Communications,LLC enough:'Civic leaders across Oregon crafted a ballot measure Eugene,Oregon creating a dedicated lottery fund for water,parks and wildlife, Aaron Schwindt,Owner and voters approved it overwhelmingly. Living Earth Investments The Other Firm Portland,Oregon Portland,OR As a result,today thousands of Oregonians are at work protect- ing and restoring streams,rivers,wetlands and natural areas. Liz Cawood,Owner Prichard Communications Ranchers,businesses and property owners in every county are CAWOOD improving habitats on their Iand.There's much more work to Eugene,Oregon Michael Coe,President do,but thanks to the dedicated fund,Oregonians are rolling up Cedar Lake Research Group LLC their sleeves,not wringing their hands. Bing Sheldon,Chairman SERAArchitects LizTilbury,Owner Measure 76 preserves that proud legacy. It continues Oregon's Portland,OR Tilbury Ferguson Investment dedicated fund which will otherwise expire.It renews our com- Real Estate,Inc. mitment to future generations,without raising taxes or cutting Bill Dickey,Owner Portland,OR any other programs. Witham&Dickey Inc. We're incredibly fortunate to live,work and play in a state so Access Bend Concierge richly endowed with stunning landscapes.We're privileged Terminal Gravity Brewing,Inc to work in partnership with Oregonians from all walks of life (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for who care deeply about their rivers,streams,wetlands,ocean, Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.), forests and other special places. Please join us in voting YES on 76.You will be secure in Argument in Favor the knowledge you're helping protect what is special about Protect the Beauty of Oregon Oregon,now and for your children and grandchildren. Preserve our Natural Heritage for Generations to Come Russell Hoeflich,Oregon Director,The Nature Conservancy Robert S.Ball,Chair,Oregon Board ofTrustees Vote Yes on Measure 76 (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for Oregon is blessed with a scenic beauty and variety.unmatched Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) on this continent.It's a one-of-a-kind place,where the Pacific surge washes the western edge of our continent,the Columbia Argument in Favor River winds through miles of waterfalls and rugged cliffs,and the mountains soar above oak savannah and grass prairie.No Oregon Businesses Support Measure 76 other state has been favored with so many natural glories as is As Oregon business owners,we support Measure 76 and the State of Oregon.This heritage must be protected. encourage you to join us. Here's why we're voting YES! That is why it is essential to vote Yes on Measure 76.Measure Clean water,abundant natural areas and habitat for fish 76 represents the most important opportunity in a decade to and wildlife contribute to a healthy economy in many ways protect our natural treasures and wildlife habitats and safe- guard the clean water that runs throughout Oregon.It will also throughout Oregon.We depend on water as individuals and as b ensure that more of our children live in neighborhoods with usinesses.The quality of Oregon's water is renown.We can keep it that way by voting yes on Measure 76. access to parks and natural areas. People love Oregon for its natural beauty.Every year,thou- Measure 76 supports all of the things we have been striving for as a state:the development of tourist travel,the need to make sands of tourists visit our Mate to enjoy its natural treasures. our state more livable,the desire to provide our children with Hundreds of locally owned businesses depend on this infusion the opportunity to enjoy the great outdoors surrounded by of cash into our economy.Because people want to have easy Oregon's natural treasures.All of these goals depend on your access to areas of natural beauty,it helps us attract and retain a Yes vote. highly qualified work force. r 76 also creates new youth athletic fields in local com- Past generations demonstrated tremendous foresight in Measure eas re across the state,maintains trails and historic sites, purchasing and protecting many of the outstanding parks and and improves existing parks.Through this measure,we ensure natural areas r future enjoy and benefit from today.Let's continue future enerations have access to the best of Ore on. that legacy fort beaeneraties! by protecting Oregon's clean g g water and most beautiful places! Measure 76 also provides accountability by including tough please join us in votingYes on Measure 76. reporting and auditing provisions,ensuring that the money is spent as promised. Friends of the Columbia Gorge Measure 76 represents less than 1.5 percent of Oregon's Oregon Natural Desert Association budget.It's an investment that will provide the best of Oregon for us.as well as for visitors and for future generations. Frank Callahan,President Siskiyou Chapter,Native.Plant Society of Oregon Do it for Oregon. Do it for your children's children. Ted Gahr,Owner, Do it for yourself. Gahr Farm Vote YES on Measure 76. David Cohen,Executive Director Friends of Tryon Creek State Park Portland,Oregon The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor Hoes the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. Wk Marilyn Harlin twenty five thousand miles of rivers and streams were listed Co-ordinator,Friends of Laurelhurst Park in poor condition and getting worse,and so were our salmon (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for runs—key to the economic survival to certain regions. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) In 1998 voters dedicated 15 percent of Oregon Lottery proceeds to parks,streams and natural areas.As a result,our parks today Argument in Favor are in good shape,offering affordable vacations to Oregon families and tourists.Measure 76 will help Oregon continue Oregon Legislators say:Measure 76 deserves the support of this success story. voters. Measure 76,which represents less than 1.5%of Oregon's Twelve years ago,Oregon was about to close 65 state parks budget,will protect access to recreation by creating youth ath- for lack of funding.Park facilities were in disrepair and becom- letic fields in local parks,help maintain trails and state historic ing unsafe.Thirty thousand miles of rivers and streams were sites for every family to enjoy,and improve existing parks . listed in poor condition and getting worse.Our salmon runs were crashing. ThoughThe Chamber has concerns about earmarking funds in light of the state's severe budgetary shortfall,we also know that Then,in 1998 voters dedicated"15 percent of Oregon Lottery protecting and maintaining our state parks requires support as proceeds to parks,streams and natural areas.As a result,our well.We have confidence that the 17-member panel continued parks today are in good shape and offering affordable vaca- by this measure will provide effective oversight of valuable tions to Oregon families.We are catching up in repairs and expenditures. maintenance.Local parks,too,have benefited.Thousands of Oregonians are at work protecting and restoring our streams, The Chamber of Medford/Jackson County rivers,wetlands and critical habitats.Watershed councils and (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for organizations in every county enlist volunteers to help and Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) contract with small businesses to do work. If we let this funding lapse,we would risk a quick return to Argument in Favor 1998--and the future costs of fixing the problems would grow A LEGACY FOR OUR GRANDCHILDREN astronomically.That's where Measure 76 comes in.Your vote is needed to continue this vital funding. As grandparents,we often worry about the kind of Oregon that Yes on 76 meets basic,urgent needs of Oregonians:protecting our grandchildren will inherit.Measure 76 will allow our grand- our clean water,providing thousands of family-supporting kids to grow up in the kind of Oregon that we grew up in—full jobs in conservation,construction and tourism,and preserving of beauty and healthy communities. Oregon's special places--now and for future generations.It Every day we see more and more people moving in to the deserves your strong support. neighborhood,and we try to be good neighbors.But we can't Please join us in voting Yes on Measure 76. help but think that with all of these new people,we are not going to have any more places for our grandchildren to explore Dr.Alan Bates,State Senator(SD3) and play. Representative Michael E.Dembrow,HD45 Measure 76 solves that problem by protecting Oregon's water and land not just for our grandchildren,but for ALL Orego- Jefferson Smith nians.Not only that,but Measure 76 will maintain parks and Ben Cannon,State Representative trails,allowing families to spend more time together hiking, P biking,and enjoying the things that have made Oregon special Representative Jules Bailey to us.And Measure 76 will result in a healthier environment for us,our families,and future generations by protectingand Senator Jackie Dingfelder improving our rivers and streams. State Rep.Mary Nolan(West Portland) As the cost of nearly everything keeps going up,we are faced with tough choices.But because Measure 76 doesn't cost us (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for anything,we don't have to choose between being responsible Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) grandparents and cutting back on other necessities. Argument in Favor Please join us in voting YES on Measure 76.Let's give our kids and grandkids the Oregon that we grew up in;an Oregon that The Chamber of Medford/Jackson County joins others who we can ALL be proud of. support business,tourism and practical conservation of resources throughout Oregon in support of Measure 76. Irwin Hurley We know that protecting our clean water,natural areas and Gaylene Hurley fish and wildlife habitat is essential to maintaining a healthy Donna S.Richards local economy and tourism base,and attracting and retaining a quality workforce.Thousands of tourists and travelers come Walt Mintkeski to Oregon every year to visit our natural treasures,which need consistent funding to continue to be attractive to both visitors Jerome G.Arnold and residents.Hundreds of locally-owned businesses depend on intelligent conservation efforts that will keep our state a Nancy Nichols prime vacation destination.We understand that in order to (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for attract and retain our workforce that it's vital that our neighbor- Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) hoods offer amenities for workers and their families. Measure 76 builds on a historic accomplishment.Twelve years ago,our state was on the verge of closing 65 state parks,which were poorly maintained due to lack of funding.More than The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. 5 G � 'i'y yas x' f /// ,.1 IL 5 l,F r'., f ,. / n � Y 1 Sf3j0 ��w �ft V Argument in Favor John P. McClaran Brett Moser Denise Lofman Jackie Pierce Protect Our Land and Water Kimberly S.Lepre Rick Brown Francine Susan Storzbach Sara O'Brien ContinueThe Most Successful Conservation Wes Milligan Gina La Rocco Program in Oregon History Charles S.Erdman Charlotte A.Rubin Vote Yes on Measure 76 Douglas Donahue Trista Awtrey Michael Schindel Jan Newlin Water is essential to every living thing.The water we drink, Stephen M.Anderson Anne W.Squier grow our food with,and play in must be safe and clean in order Chelsey Antich Jerome G.Arnold for our families and'communities to thrive. Heidi Greiner Paul Dayfield Randall P.Rasmussen John N.Morgan From the coast to the prairie to the painted hills,Measure 76 Carle Fox Steve Elliot shields water at its source-be it a lake,river,stream,or aquifer Katy Connell Susan Sokol Blosser -by helping to protect the surrounding Iand.This measure Irene K.Jackson Paul Sansone also protects land at the ocean's shore,protecting our coastal Kassandra L.Kelly Jane Stackhouse waters from pollution. Bruce Taylor Jim Schlaich Joshua Alpert Natalie Henry Bennon The conservation movement was born of the impulse to Alethea L.Gallman preserve natural lands.Early park visionaries believed that Melissa J. Roy-Hart lands should be set aside to protect wildlife and to conserve forests and other natural resources.They also understood that *partial list.Full list of endorsers available from Oregonians for as population and cities grew,people needed places to make Water,Parks and Wildlife contact with nature.Measure 76 protects these natural places, directly supporting access to safe and affordable recreation in (This information furnished je t of Alone Oregonians for every corner of Oregon. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) As our population grows,and with it,land gets developed to Argument in Favor accommodate new populations,natural lands near where most of us live are increasingly hard to find and important to protect. Measure 76-It meets our basic,urgent needs: Measure 76 continues one of the most successful conservation . protecting our clean water:Oregon's rivers,lakes,streams programs in the history of Oregon,protecting our land and and natural areas provide us with clean,safe water to drink, water with no new spending and without cuts to other services. to swim in,to boat in and simply to appreciate. Help safeguard our best places. . Providing good.family-wage jobs:From park rangers to Join us in Voting Yes on Measure 76 constructions workers,from fishermen off the coast to hotels overlooking our rugged coastline,Measure 76 sup- Deschutes LanclTrust ports good jobs. Greenbelt LandTrust Columbia Land Trust • Preserving Oregon's special places:from the creek that runs Wallowa Land Trust through a backyard to the rushing Rogue River. Southern Oregon Land Conservancy All with no new spending,no cuts to other services,and (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert,Oregonians for without raising taxes. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Vote Yes on Measure 76 Argument in Favor For our water Yes on Measure 76 will help Oregon meet our basic,urgent For our Economy needs:protecting our clean water,providing good family- supporting jobs and preserving Oregon's natural areas for For all Oregonians everyone. For Generations to Come This measure continues an effective existing program improving its accountability,without raising taxes or taking (This information furnished by Joshua Alpert Oregonians for a dime away from other priorities. Water,Parks&Wildlife,a Project of the Conservation Campaign.) Please Join us in voting Yes on Measure 76* Margaret H.McHugh Charles Quinn Hilda Welch SethTruby Bill Bradbury Irwin Hurley Michael Dennis Gaylene Hurley Cookie Johnson Donna S.Richards Lee Dayfield Walt Mintkeski Jan Lee Jerome G.Arnold William R.Blosser Nancy Nichols Nan Evans Margaret Parks Fred Nussbaum Bobby Sebastian Janelle Sorenson Amanda McKay Christine Lewis Victor Chieco Gary F.Oxley Eileen Chieco Barbara Haney Jennifer Richards Evyan Jarvis John Sorenson Amy McClaran Robin S.Sherwin The printing of these arguments does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statements made in the arguments. Resources for Voters with Disabilities Contact your County Elections Office or call 1 866 673 8683 to request these resources. 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Your elections office will contact you,if possible,to come to the elections office to sign it.If the return envelope does not Your ballot packet will automatically be mailed to you get signed before 8pm on November 2,the ballot will not be between October 15 and October 19,2010.Inside the packet counted. you will find the ballot,a secrecy envelope and a return " envelope.Once you vote the ballot,place it in the secrecy Can the public watch the election process? envelope and seal it in the pre-addressed return envelope. All steps of the process are open to observation by the public. Be sure you sign the return envelope on the appropriate line. Contact your county elections official to make arrangements: After that just return the ballot either by mail or at a desig- nated dropsite. When will election results be known? What if 1 am uncomfortable voting my ballot at home? Initial results are released at 8pm election night and will con- tinue you to be updated through election night until all ballots have y Y been counted. are privacy booths at your county elections office and there may be others at dropsite locations elsewhere in your county. For further information,call your county elections official. Provisional Ballot Information What if my ballot doesn't come? You will be issued a provisional ballot if: 4 there is a question about your eligibility as a voter(for If you are registered to vote and have not received your ballot example,there is no evidence on file that you are an by October 22nd,call your county elections office.They will active or inactive voter in Oregon) check that your voter registration is current.If it is,they will 4 you need to vote at a County Elections Office in a county mail you a replacement ballot. other than the one you live in What if 1 have moved and have not updated my registration? In order to obtain a provisional ballot,you need to fill out a Provisional Ballot Request Form in person at the County Elec- If you were registered to vote by October 12 but now have a tions Office. different address,call your county elections office for instruc- tions on how to update your registration and receive a ballot. Your provisional ballot will not be counted until it is deter- mined that you are eligible to vote. Do I have to return my ballot by mail? - After you have voted the ballot,you can call 1-866-ORE-VOTE You have the choice of mailing your ballot or returning it to (1-866-673-8683)or the County Elections Office in which you any county elections office or any designated dropsite in the voted to find out if your ballot was counted.If your ballot state.You can find your nearest dropsite along with a map was not counted,you can also find out the reason it was not of how to get there by going to www.oregonvotes.org or you counted. may contact your county elections office. If it is determined that you are ineligible to vote in this elec- tion,the completed Provisional Ballot Request Form will How much postage is required to mail the ballot back? serve as your voter registration for future elections. Your voted ballot can usually be returned using a single 440 first-class stamp. In those instances where additional postage HOW to File a Complaint is necessary,it will be clearly indicated on the ballot materials. Any registered voter may file a written complaint with the When must the voted ballot be returned? Secretary of State alleging that a violation of an election law or rule adopted by the Secretary of State has occurred. The voted ballot must be received in any county elections The complaint should state the reason for believing that the office or designated dropsite by 8pm on election night. Post- violation occurred and provide evidence relating to it.The marks do not count! complaint must be signed by the elector;anonymous com- plaints will not be accepted.The complaint should be mailed How do 1 know if my ballot is received? to,or filed at: You can track the status of your ballot by going online to: Secretary of State,Elections Division My Vote at www.oregonvotes.org or you can call your county 255 Capitol St NE,Suite 501 elections office and ask if they received your ballot.A record Salem,OR 97310 is kept showing each voter whose ballot has been returned. Can anyone find out how I've voted once I mail my ballot? No.All ballots are separated from the return envelope before the ballots are inspected.This'process ensures confidentiality. 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