HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-05-20 - Voters Pamphlet FULL TEXT OF BALLOT TITLES-PRIMARY ELECTION-MAY 20, 2008
STATE OF OREGON
ONLY THE CAPTION AND QUESTION WILL APPEAR ON YOUR OFFICIAL BALLOT AND ONLY THE APPROPRIATE
MEASURES FOR EACH PRECINCT WILL APPEAR ON THAT PRECINCT'S BALLOT.
STATE MEASURES 52 AMENDS CONSTITUTION:ENABLES 53 AMENDS CONSTITUTION: MODIFIES
CRIME VICTIMS TO ENFORCE PROVISIONS GOVERNING CIVIL
Referred to the People EXISTING CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS FORFEITURES RELATED TO CRIMES;
by the Legislative Assembly IN PROSECUTIONS, DELINQUENCY PERMITS USE OF PROCEEDS BY LAW
PROCEEDINGS;AUTHORIZES ENFORCEMENT.
51 AMENDS CONSTITUTION: ENABLES IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION. RESULT OF"YES"VOTE:"Yes"vote amends
CRIME VICTIMS TO ENFORCE RESULT OF"YES"VOTE: "Yes"vote provides constitution to allow civil forfeitures for crimes
EXISTING CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS crime victims court processes to enforce existing similar to crime of conviction,permits proceeds
IN PROSECUTIONS,DELINQUENCY constitutional rights regarding protection from to be used for law enforcement;other changes.
PROCEEDINGS;AUTHORIZES offenders throughout criminal prosecutions/
IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION.
juvenile delinquency proceedings; authorizes RESULT OF"NO"VOTE:"No"vote retains
RESULT provisions prohibiting civil forfei-
RESULT OF"YES"VOTE:'tour vote pro- implementing legislation. tures unless property is directly related to crime
enforce crime victims effective court processes to RESULT OF"NO"VOTE:"No"vote retains of conviction and prohibiting use of proceeds by
enforce existing constitutional rights regarding provisions giving crime victims specified law enforcement.
participation,restitution in criminal prosecutions/ constitutional rights in prosecutions/juvenile
zes
juvenile delinquency proceedings;authori SUMMARY:Oregon's Constitution generally
delinquency proceedings,but denying crime
implementing legislation. victims effective court processes to enforce requires that property may be forfeited only if the
RESULT OF"NO"VOTE:"No"vote retains these rights. owner is convicted of crime involving the prop-
provisions giving crime victims specified erty. Constitution currently prohibits use of pro-
constitutional rights in prosecutions/juvenile SUMMARY:Amends Oregon Constitution. ceeds for law enforcement purposes. Measure
-GUFF-°�on gives-enl victims - would allow civil forfeiture of-properfyier-crimes- -
deectivenoyprdce processes e denying h victims- "'°"'°ts i
effective court processes to enforce these rights. specified rights in criminal prosecutions/juvenile that are substantially similar to crime of ut -
delinquency proceedings(including rights to: lion. Measure would permit forfeiture without
SUMMARY:Amends Oregon Constitution. protection from offenders, have pre-trial release conviction if the person took property with intent
Current constitution gives crime victims decisions based on principles of protection, to defeat forfeiture,knew or should have known
specified rights in criminal prosecutionsijuvenile have release prohibited under specified that the property constituted proceeds or instru-
delinquency proceedings(including rights circumstances),but constitution denies crime mentality of criminal conduct,or acquiesced in
to:be present during specified proceedings, victims processes for enforcing these rights criminal conduct. The measure requires proof
refuse defendants'discovery requests, receive in court. Measure provides victims shall have by preponderance of evidence to forfeit personal
restitution,obtain transcripts,consult about remedy by due course of law for violations of property,and by clear and convincing evidence
specified plea negotiations), but constitution these constitutional rights. Measure provides to forfeit real property. The measure provides
denies victims effective processes for enforcing victims may assert claim based on these an exemption for forfeiture of animals. The
these rights in court. Measure provides rights in pending cases or,absent pending measure would allow using forfeiture proceeds
victims shall have remedy by due course case,by mandamus. Authorizes legislature for law enforcement purposes.
of law for violations of these constitutional to enact implementing legislation. Measure ESTIMATE OF FINANCIAL IMPACT:The direct
rights. Measure provides victims may assert does not allow victims to obtain compensation, financial impact of this measure to state and
claim based on these rights in pending cases invalidate an accusatory instrument,conviction local governments is indeterminate due to the
or,absent pending case,by mandamus. or adjudication,terminate a criminal or inability to accurately predict the number of
Authorizes legislature to enact implementing juvenile delinquency proceeding,or suspend civil forfeitures that may occur. If the frequency
legislation. Measure does not allow victims to such proceeding if suspension would violate of civil forfeitures increases,then the amount
obtain compensation, invalidate an accusatory defendant's constitutional rights. Other of money going to the state and local amount
instrument,conviction or adjudication,terminate provisions. lions will increase correspondingly. Any assets
a criminal or juvenile delinquency proceeding,or ESTIMATE OF FINANCIAL IMPACT:The forfeited under this measure are distributed as
suspend such proceeding if suspension would direct financial impact to state and local follows:to the satisfaction of any foreclosed
violate defendant's constituttional rights. Other governments is indeterminate because of the liens, security interests and contracts in the
provisions. uncertainty of how many victims choose to order of their priority;to the state or any of its
ESTIMATE OF FINANCIAL IMPACT:The bring an enforcement action to protect rights political subdivisions for actual and reasonable
direct financial impact to state and local guaranteed under section 43,Article I of the expenses;and to the state or any of its political
governments is indeterminate because the Oregon Constitution,but denied by the court, subdivisions for drug treatment programs. This
impact depends on how often a victim would district attorney or other public agency. The measure will increase the revenue to the state
choose to bring an enforcement action to cost of this measure could increase the number and its political subdivisions,but the extent of
protect rights guaranteed under section 42, of pretrial release hearings and increase the the increase is unknown.
Article I of the Oregon Constitution,but denied number of criminal defendants held and the -
by the cdVf["BtSiICt'atforney of Differ public length of incarceration before,during or after
agency. These additional challenges could trials. Current provisions of the constitution
arise before a criminal case is filed,after a case establish a victim's right to be reasonably
is filed,and after the entry of a final judgment protected from the defendant during the criminal
in a criminal case. Actions could be pursued justice process,including pretrial detention of
in cases involving person and properly crimes a criminal defendant. Current constitutional
in violation, misdemeanor and felony cases, provisions require that there shall be no bail for
and the victim could file an enforcement action a defendant accused of a violent felony where
more than one time in a single case. Some the defendant is a danger to the victim or others.
cases involve multiple victims,each of whom Few of these criminal defendants awaiting trial
could bring an individual enforcement action. are currently released,so the number of cases
The measure authorizes the legislature to affected by this measure may be minimal.
enact laws providing detailed procedures for The measure authorizes the legislature to
claims by victims, including the establishment enact laws providing detailed procedures for
of reasonable limitations on the time allowed claims by victims, including the establishment
victims to assert their rights and prescribing of reasonable limitations on the time allowed
procedures for appeal. Legislation providing victims to assert their rights and prescribing
such procedures and limitations could change procedures for appeal. Legislation providing
the direct costs of this measure. Direct costs such procedures and limitations could change
may also be impacted by the degree of change the direct costs of this measure.
in the current practice of restitution orders and
payment,how many new victims are identified
by the court,and the number of challenges that
are appealed to a higher court.
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Voters'
,Pamphlet
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Oregon Primary Election
May.20, 2008
' Bill Bradbury
Oregon Secretary of State
This Voters'Pamphlet is provided
for assistance in casting your vote by mail ballot.
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OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE ELECTIONS DIVISION
BILL BRADBURY JOHN LINDBACK
_ SECRETARY OF STATE DIRECTOR
255 CAPITOL ST NE,SUITE 501
JEAN STRAIGHT SALEM,OREGON 97310
DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE (5031986-1518
Dear Fellow Oregonian,
No matter what your politico] affiliation—or lack of affiliation—it's impossible to deny
thatthis has been oneofthemostexciting election cycles in decades. On both
sides of the aisle,the presidential race has been open (without an incumbent president
or vice president running in the primary)for the first time since 1928,and all of the
Candidates fought hard to make sure the races would be exciting.
Also for the first time in decades,Oregon's presidential primary really matters this
year. Because we wiselychose notto join dozens of states who all rushed to the
front of the calendar, Oregon is receiving national attention that we normally could
only dream of.
Of course,the excitement this year goes well beyond the presidential races.We have
nutherous, high profile campaigns happening at every level. It should come as a
surprise to no one that Oregon's voter registration numbers have broken our previous
records; new voters—and people who haven't voted in years—have become
engaged in this exciting election. Most thrilling for me is the vast increase that we
have seen in Oregon and elsewhere of young people registering to vote.
But registering is only the first step in becoming a politically active Oregonian. In order
for your voice to count—in order to have any say in the future of your city,county,
state,and country—you need to fill out and mail in your ballot.The ballot must arrive at
your county elections office by 8pm on May 20.
If this is the firsttime you've registeredto vote—or if you haven't voted in a while—
please take a few minutes to visit www.oregonvotes.org for helpful information
on howto successfully submit your ballot. Or,if it's more convenient,contact us at
1-800-ORE-VOTE.
Voting is simple,easy, and one of the most important things you can do as a citizen of
this great country.Your willingness to be an active part of the process is what keeps
America great.Thank you for helping build our future.
Best Wishes,
Bill Bradbury /
0 regon Secretary of State
Oregon Primary Election
May 20, 2008
Voters' Pamphlet
Table of Contents
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General Information
Voters'Pamphlet Information 4
Oregon Voter Bill of Rights 5
List of State Candidates 5
NEI= List of State Measures 7
Voter Registration Information 46
Additional Information Voters with Disabilities 50
Candidate Statement Candidates
Disclaimer 5
Duties and Responsibilities of Democratic
Nominating Process 16
Participation Precinct Committeepersons g
ORESTAR 27 Democratic Candidates 10
Duties and Responsibilities of Republican '
Eleetibn Results Precinct Committeepersons 20
Returning Your Voted Ballot 47. Republican Candidates 21
Voting and Ballot Prohibitions 54 - Nonpartisan Candidates - 26
Votel 55 - -
Measures
Measure 51 - 30
Meaus 52 - 37
Measure 53- 43
Votmg Information -
Vote by Mail 29
County Elections Officials. 52
' Index
Index of Candidates 55
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Your official 2008 Primary Election Voters'Pamphlet provides While the candidates'statements for candidates running for
you with information about measures and candidates that will the same office appear in alphabetical order by their last name
appear on your ballot. - in this voters'pamphlet,you will notice that they appear in
Miscellaneous voting aids,including dropsite locations,a different order on your ballot.
complete list of state candidates,and instructions for marking Oregon statute(ORS 254.155)requires.the Secretary of State
your ballot,checking your ballot and getting a replacement to complete a random order of the letters of the alphabet to
ballot,are also a part of the voters'pamphlet.In an effort not to determine the order in which the names of candidates appear
duplicate the printing of information,some of these voting aids on the ballot.
are not a part of the state voters'pamphlet,but instead are -
includedinyourcounty voters'pamphlet,if your county has The alphabet for the 2008 Primary Election is:
produced a voters'pamphlet, r 0,H,B,A.U,Y,S,K,C,F,E.V,D,J,R,G,M,T,1,O,Z,L,
Candidate statements and measure arguments are W N,P,X -
printed as submitted.The state does not correct
punctuation,grammar,syntax errors or inaccurate '
information.The only changes made are'attempts to Website
correct spelling errors if the word as originally Most of the information contained in this voters' am hlet is
.Submitted is not in the dictionary. p p
also available in the Online Voters'Guide at
The voters'pamphlet has been compiled by the Secretary of www.oregonvotes.org.
State since 1903,when Oregon became one of the first states to -
provide for the printing and distribution of such a publication.
One copy of the voters'pamphlet is mailed to every household
in the state.Additional copies are available at the Secretary of
State's office,local post offices,courthouses and all county Una version an espanol de algunas partes de Is Gu!a del Elector
elections-offices. esta a su disposici6n an el portal del Internet cuya direcci6n
aparece arriba.Conscientes de qua este material an lines-.
podria no llegar adecuadamente a todos los electores que -
=rr necesitan este servicio,as invite a toda persona a imprimir Is
- - - version an lines y circularla a aquellos electores quo no tengan
There are three statewide measures on the ballot that were acceso a Line computadora. -
referred to the voters by the 2007 Legislature.For each of
these measures,you will find the following information in this
voters'pamphlet:
(1)the ballot title; If your ballot is lost,destroyed,damaged or you make a-
(2)the estimate of financial impact; mistake in marking your ballot,you may call your county
(3)the complete text of the proposed measure; elections office and request a replacement ballot.One will be
mailed to you as long as you request it by May 15.After that,
(4)an impartial statement explaining the measure(explanatory you may pick it up atthe elections office.if you have already
statement); mailed your original ballot before you realize you made a
mistake,you have cast your vote and will not be eligible for a
(5)a legislative argument in support of the measure;and replacement ballot..
(6)any arguments filingby proponents and opponents ofthe Your voted ballot must be returned to your county elections .
measure. office by 8pmelection day,Tuesday,May 20,2008. -
Citizens or organizations may file arguments in favor of,or postmarks do not count!
in opposition to,measures by purchasing space for$500 or by
submitting a petition signed by 1,000 voters.Arguments in County elections offices are open on election day from -
favorofameasureappearfirs t,followed by arguments in 7amto8pm. -
opposition to the measure,and are printed in the order in - -
which they are filed with the Secretary of State's office.
For questions about voter registration,ballot delivery and
_ return,marking the ballot,requesting a replacement ballot,
In the primary elect ion,candidates are divided into three absentee ballots,signature requirements,the voters' -
sect ions:Democratic candidates,Republican candidates and pamphlet,when and whereto vote,and other questions about
nonpartisan candidates.Major political party candidates elections and voting,call the toll-free voter information line at
appear before nonpartisan candidates and every two years the 1-866-ORE-VOTE(1-866-673-86831.
order in which major political party candidates appear is Voter information Hine representatives can provide services in
rotated.For 2008,Democratic candidates appear first. both English and Spanish.TTY services forthe hearing
All space is purchased:statements and photographs are impaired are also available at 1-800-735-2900.
submitted by the candidates or their designated agents.The
information required by law—pertaining to occupation,
occupational background,educational background and prior
governmental experience—has been certified as true by each
candidate.
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You have the rightto vote if you are a U5 citizen, live in Oregon, are 18
years old, and have registered.
You have the right to vote if you are homeless.
You have the right to vote if you have been convicted of a felony but
have been released from custody, even if you are on probation or parole.
You have the rightto vote even if you have a guardian and even if you
need help reading or filling out your ballot.
You have the rightto vote or cast your ballot if you are in line by 8 PM
on Election Day.
You have the rightto know if you are registered to vote.
You have the rightto choose whether or not you want to register as a
member of a political party.
You have the rightto use asignature stamp or other mark but first you
have to fill put a form. No one can sign for you.
You have the rightto ask for help from elections staff or from a friend
or family member.There are some people who cannot help you vote,for
example, your boss or a union officer from yourjob.
You have the rightto a secret vote.You do not have to tell anyone
how you voted.
You have the rightto get a "provisional ballot", even if you are told you
are not registered to vote. '
You have the rightto get a new ballot if you make a mistake.
You have the right to vote for the person you want.You can write in
someone else's name if you don't like the choices on your ballot.
You have the rightto vote"yes" or"no" on any issue on your ballot.
You have the rightto leave some choices blank on your ballot.
The choices you do mark will still count.
You have the rightto use a voting system for.all Federal Elections
that makes it equally possible for people with disabilities to vote privately
and independently.
You have the rightto know if your ballot, including,a "provisional ballot','
was accepted for counting.
You have the rightto file a complaint if you think your voting rights
have been denied.
Call.toll free - 1-866-673-8683 to get more information about
these and other voting rights.
(Oregon Constitution,Sections 2 and 3;ORS Chapters 137,245, t
247,and 254;Vote By Mail Manual;Help America Vote Act of 2002;
OAR 155-001-0090 and 165-007-00301 '
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United States President Hillary Clinton ;Untted States President Jahn McCain
Barack Obama Ron Paul
United States Senator Pavel Goberman United States Senator Gordon H.Smith
Jeff Merkley Gordon Leitch
Roger S.Obrist
David
Candy Neville le Representative in Congress ---
Steve Novick 2nd District _Greg Walden
Representative in Congress Secretary of State Rick Dancer
2nd District Sabrina Shrake
.Noah Lemas State Treasurer Allen Alley ___-
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Secretary of State Kate Brown Attorney General No Candidate Filed
Rick Metsger
-Vicki L.Walker State Senator
Paul Damian Wells _
27th District. John P.Robbins
State Treasurer Ben Westland Chris Telfer
_ _ 28th District Doug.Whitsett
Attorney General John R.Kroger 30th District Ted Ferrioli
Greg Macpherson
SI Representative '
State Senator ---- -- 53rd District '
Gene Whisnant
27th District Maren Lundgren 54th District ,Chuck Burley
28th District No Candidate Filed 55th District _ George Gilman
30th District No Candidate Filed 59th District John E.Huffman
State Representative ------ -- - -
53rd District Conrad Ruel
54th District Judy Stiegler
55th District No Candidate Filed
.59th District Mike Ahern
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Position - Thomas A.Balmer AMENDS CONSTITUTION:ENABLES CRIME VICTIMSTO
Judge of the Court of Appeals - ENFORCE EXISTING CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS IN
PROSECUTIONS,DELINQUENCY PROCEEDINGS;
Positiont David Schuman AUTHORIZES IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION. -
Position Walt Edmonds
Judge of the Oregon Tax Court Henry C.Breithaupt
Judge of the Circuit Court
11th District,Position 3 Stephen N.Ti ktin 5
11th District;Position 5 Barbara Haslinger
11th District,Position 7 Stephen P.Forte AMENDS CONSTITUTION:ENABLES CRIME VICTIMS TO
ENFORCE EXISTING CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHTS IN
PROSECUTIONS,DELINQUENCY PROCEEDINGS;
AUTHORIZES IMPLEMENTING LEGISLATION.
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GOVERNING CIVIL FORFEITURES RELATED TO CRIMES;
PERMITS USE OF PROCEEDS BY LAW ENFORCEMENT.
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A message from Democratic Party of Oregon Chair Meredith Wood Smith:
It's up to you!
You can make the difference and change the direction of our nation.
Democrats are fighting to end the war in Iraq,grow our economy and fix our health care mess.
In 2008,we'must return the White Houseto the American people.
The Repu blicans want to contin ue the Bush Legacy with their nomi nee for the White House.
With your help we can defeat the Republicans and retain our majorities in Salem and Washington,D.C.
We need you to join our team by becoming a Neighborhood Leader.You can sign up at www oregondemocrats orgAeaders.if you
want to become a Precinct Committee Person or volunteer call us at 603-224-8200 -
-Help us restore America and work with us on: '
• Health Care:Create affordable,accessible healthcare that works for everyone.
•.Jobs:Create family wage jobs and economic fairness.
*,National Security:Secure our nation by telling the truth to rebuild our credibility at home and abroad,getting us out of debt,'
and protecting our civil liberties.
•. Education:Guarantee a brighterfuture by investing in a highly skilled,educated and well-trained workforce.
• -Protecting our Environment:Invest in sustainable alternatives to oil,and protect our public lands and resourcfes for
generationsto come.
• Retirement Security:Create a system that allows our citizens to retire with dignity and security.
• Honest Leadership&Open Government:Restore accountability,honesty and openness at all levels of government.
On behalf of the Democratic Party of Oregon,thank you for taking the time to read this and for voting.We look forward to your
joining our Democratic team and begin rebuilding America
Respectfully,
.Meredith Wood Smith,Chair
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6.Volunteer and recru it others
To get involved,dontact us at:
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Phone:(503)224-8200,Fax:(503)224-5335 info@dpo.org _
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Clinton Obama
Democrat Democrat
Occupation:United States Occupation:MY occupation is
Senator,New York(2001-present) U.S.Senator.
Occupational Background: Occupational Background:
First Lady of the United States I've been a community organizer;
(1993-2001);Partner,Rose Law civil rights lawyer,and
Firm,Little Rock,Arkansas constitutional lawteacher.
(1979-1992);Associate,Rose Law Firm,Little Rock,Arkansas Educational Background:My educational background is that 1
(1977-1979) . graduated from Columbia University and Harvard Law School.
Educational Background:Wellesley College,B.A.,1969;Yale Prior.Governmental Experience:My prior governmental
Law School,J.D.,1973 experience is 8 years as an Illinois state Senator.
Prior Governmental Experience:United States Senator,New I'm running for President because at this defining moment in our
York(2001-present);First Lady of the United States(1993-2001); nation's history,we have a chance to forge a new majority so we
Legal Services Corporation(Chair,1978-1880;Member Board of can solve the problems we've been talking about fordecades.
Directors,1977-1984);Impeachment Inquiry Staff,Judiciary
Committee,United States House of Representatives I'm running to turn the page on the failed politics ofthe past;a
(Impeachment Inquiry Staff,1974) politics that says it's ok to demonize your political opponents
I have a set of plans to reclaim our future for our children;restore when we should be coming together to solve problems;a politics that accepts lobbyists as part of the system in
our standing in the world;and rebuild the middle class.One of Washington,instead of recognizing how much they're part of the
my first official actions will be to draw up a clear,viable plan to problem;and where politicians don't mean what they say or say
bring our troops home starting with the first 60 days of my what they mean.'
Administration.My top domestic priority will be to provide
quality,affordable health ca re for every American.)will end dis' As President,I'll bring Democrats and Rapubl icans together to
crimination against the sick and ensure that people can keep finally pass universal health care.I'll stop giving tax breaks to
thei r health care if they change jobs.To fi re up the engines of companies that ship our jobs overseas,and put middle-class
American innovation and transform ou r economy from carbon- tax cut into the pockets of working families,strugglinghome-
basedtocleanandenergyefficient,I will redirect bill ions of owners,and seniors who deserve to retire with dignity and
dollars of big oil tax subsidies into investments in clean, security.I'll invest in clean energies so we can create the green
renewable energy alternatives-.wind,solar,hydrogen,ethanol, jobs that are the jobs of the future,reduce our dependence on
and other bio-fuels-and create five million"green jobs'in the- foreign oil,and save this planet for our children.I will make
process.I also have a concrete plan to address the mortgage college affordable for anyone who wants to go.And 1111 and this
crisisthat's sweeping our communities:l will enact a morato- war in Iraq-a war l opposed from the start.
rium on foreclosures and put into place a freeze on interest rates Ever since I walked away from a career on Wall Street to work as
so that everyfamily has the opportunity to work out a payment a community organizer more thantwo decades ago,I've fought
schedule that is affordable and allows them to keep their homes. to bring people together,and make a difference in the lives of
And I'll take immediate steps to get our economyback on track ordinary Americans.I don't want to pit Blue States against Red -
andpreventusfromslidingintoarecession.I'vebeen a doer States-I wantto lead the United States of America.Let's reach
and a fighter my whole life,and thaYs what I'll be as president. forwhat we know is possible.
(This information fumishedby Hillary Clinton forPresident.) (This information furnishedby Obama forAmerica.)
The above Information has not been verified for accuracy by the The above information bas not 6aaa verified for accuracy by the
State of Oregon. State of Oregon.
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Occupation:Founder/Provider Occupation:Retired Mental
e [ of physical/mental fitness Health Counselor -program"Get Energized!"- _
book,video and exercise classes Occupational Background:
__ forgovernments,businesses and Teacher/Counselor,Woodburn
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cancers)and slow down the aging process.(503)6-GET-FIT Health Counselor,Polk County Mental Health,independence and
www.geteneraized.com/vote html Dallas,Oregon,1978-1989 -
Occupational Background:Author,Publisher,Producer, Educational Background:Nyssa High School Graduated of
Speaker,Inventor,Consultant,Advisor,Trainer,Coach,Manager 1962,Nyssa,Oregon;Associative of Arts Degree,Treasure Valley
(had an Award),Supervisor,Social Worker,Counselor, Community College 1965,Ontario,Oregon;Bachelor of Arts, -
Machinist,Mechanic,Welder,Truck Driver,Logger,Firefighter " Behavioral Sciences,Moy nt Angel,Oregon.
and Beekeeper.I'm a Problem Solves - -
Prior Governmental Experience:.Elected as a delegate to the
Educational Background:Have 27 years of education, Democratic National Convention in 1992 and 1996 from the 5th
BA+Degree(Moscow,Russia).Attended a few universities and district of the State of Oregon.Chair:AFCSME,Virginia Garcia
colleges in the USA,Linguist. I Clinic,Cornelius,Oregon 1993-1994
Prior Governrental Experience:2006 Candidate for US (Thisinformation fumishedbyDavid Loara.)
Representative,2004 Candidate for US Senator.2002 Candidate
for Commissioner of BOLL Tank Army.I'm honest incorruptible
With faith and high moral principles Do not acce tang
"contributions'.
Our political and iudicial systems are rotten Stop bribery,cor-
ruption and political orostitttion Smithhasnofaith/intearity -
ianores.violates doesnJaupoortand criminal cont milts the
rbnstit tion and Code of ElbiGs for Government Employees.
Defend nation from a weapons of mass destruction.In
two months win Irau's war bring troops home
Employment,l have a plan to create jobs and childcare on
workplaces before/after work.No NAFTA. - -
ControlHealthCare Costs,make health insurance affordable
for citizens.Cut cost of drugs. - -
Cut Income and.Properly Taxes,
Promise to Improve traffic environmen /pollution -
Crimesa Harder punishment. '
Elect US Judaea not appoint.
Seniors and Veterans:We owe them.Respect them!No
privatization SocSec.
linomys discipline and quality of education Teach
children to respect parents,teachers and elderly. -
Balance Budaet in two years.Control spending.Ban on -
Lobbyists:
'Car Insurance is a"Street Robbery".Insure a person,not -
vehicles..No accidents-50%money back. -
English must be official language.
OM must broadcast debates/forums of Candidates. - -
Reduce postage rate.
Make peace on the Middle East.Reduce dependency on
foreign oiL'Lock-up"our borders. - ..
I'm a member of AARP,WiIIWriters,Elks and support NRA. - -
Voting for me is inventing in our national security -
(This information furnished bgPavel Goberman.)
The show Information has not been verified for accuracy by the The above Information has not bean verified for accuracy by the
State of Oregon. State of Oregon.
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Jeff Steve
SAM{ Pa Merkley Novick
Democrat Democrat
'Occupation:Speaker of the
Oregon House of Occupation:Consultant
Representatives Occupational Background:
Attorney
Occupational Background:
yi. Executive Director,Portland
'--� Educational Background:
Securit Habitat for Humanity;National University of Oregon;Harvard
y Analyst,Pentagon and Congressional Budget Office; Law School
President,Oregon World Affairs Council
Prior Go1remmental Experience:Environmental Attorney,
Educational Background:David Douglas High School; U.S.Justice Department;Caucus Director,Oregon Senate
Stanford(B.A.,International Relations);Princeton,(M.A.,Public Democrats
Policy)
"Steve Novick has the courage to stand up for what is
Prior Governmental Experience:Ofegon State right,tell the truth,and has experience and ideas that
Representative,1999;House Democratic Leader,2003;Speaker can change the future.-
of the House,2007 Congressman Les AuCoin
MAKING CHANGE IN OREGON: Steve Novick for U.S.Senate
• Led a band of progressive leaders to end 16 years of The Change We Need
Republican control in Salem;- The Leadership We Want '
•-Opposed the Iraq war from the start;
• Championed public education,expanded Head Start,and Steve Novick is a principled progressive,with the right kind of
doubled college scholarships; experience.He defeated Bill Sizemore.He recovered$129
• Cracked down on predatory lenders,ending 500%interest million from big polluters in the famous Love Canal case.And he
Payday&Title loans; - has the courage to make the tough choices to protect what's
• Made Oregon a national leader in fighting global warming most important. .
and expanding renewable energy,conservation,and Quality,Affordable,Universal Healthcare
recycling;
• Reduced the cost of prescription drugs; Only Steve's plan includes coverage for all,and strong steps to
• Fought to protect homeowners from foreclosure and sub- controls costs.
prime scams; - "1 am convinced that Steve Novick is the candidate
• Championed domestic partnerships and basic rights for all Oregonians can count on to take bold action on health
Oregonians. care."
THE CHANGE WE NEED IN WASHINGTON D.C.: .Governor John Kitzhaber
As the son of a mill worker in r".0ragon.and•- Standing Up for Middle Class Families
my family to ao to colleen 1 will create opporIllaity for Steve's plans will create jobs,help the middle class with the cost
every Amencan - of everyday life,end tax breaks for the wealthy and stop trade
• Fighting to make healthcare affordable and accessible to all; policies that ship good jobs overseas.
• Ending the Iraq war starting immediately and take care of - Steve believes in fiscal fairness ands sponsibility,including
ourveterans; saving Social Security by insisting the wealthy pay Social
• Building world-class schools from Head Start to higher Security taxes on all their income,not just the first$1()0,0()0.
education; He also believes that those who work for a living shouldn't
• Stopping Bush give-aways to special interests and the pay a highertax rate thanihose whose income comes from
wealthiestAmericans; speculation. -
• Ending our dependence on foreign oil and tackling global
warming; 'Endorsed By Educators of the
-
• Scrapping unfair trade deals that send middle� Oregon Education Association lassjobs -
overseas; "Steve Novick stood up for Oregon's children by stop.
• Always protecting woman's rightto choose. ping the outrageous giveaways of our schools'lottery -.
dollars to special interests.-
I am re
and am
The ready to w
e in Oregon are ready to defeat i.¢ i Jade Pearson,Beaverton Kindergarten Teacher
-
That's why I'm endorsed by Governor Kulongoski;Governor Against the Iraq War from the Beginning
Barbara Roberts;Schools SuperintendentSusan Castillo;30 Steve Novick opposed the Iraq Warfrom the start,without,falling
State Representatives;12 State Senators;15 mayors;American for Republican tricks.He will fight to bring our troops home
Federation of Teachers-Oregon;Oregon Nurses Association; safely,honorably and soon. -
Sierra Club;AFL-CIO;Service Employees International Union; Steve Novick for Senate
AFSCME;UFCW,ILWU;and more than 100 community leaders Principled.Progressive.Fighting for us.
across Oregon. - Find our why Oregon Democrats are so excited about Steve:
mmw JeffMerkleycom - - www.NovickForSenate.org
(This information furnished byJeffMerkley faroregon.) (This information fumishedby Novick for Senate.)
The&bow informadon has not been verified for accuracy by the The above liifomt&tion has not[lean verified for accuracy by the
Stets of Oregon. - State of Oregon.
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Roger S. No photo submitted Noah
Obrist
Leman
E Democrat Democrat
)< Occupation:Retired Occupation:Entrepreneur&.
¢i'.. Occupational Background: Inventor
`- Construction,Blueprint Machine Occupational Background:
Operator,Timecheckerand Retail Business Owner
Timekeeper;Elementary School -
Custodian. Educational Background: -
Bachelor of Arts,University of
Educational Background:The Dalles High School Graduate; California,Santa Barbara;Master's in Business Administration,
Attended Clark College. - Portland State University
Prior Governmental Experience:Candidate for State Prior Governmental Experience:Business liaison to City of
Representative District 10(May 1998);District 10(May 2000); - Bend -
District 5l 20021;District 51 20041. Mr.Lemas'platform includes lessening dependence on foreign
"Working for the people" . oil_by developing practical and alternative energy sources,
Roger Obrist:Education. developing realistic state and nationwide healthcare programs,
I will work to secure adequate and stable funding for our returning vital funds to Oregon's public education system,and _
schools. - changing Washington,D.C.'s special interest orientation.
Roger Obrist:Crime. Noah and his wife of 15 years,Rachel,live in Bend,Oregon with
It is important that we get serious offenders off the street. their two children,ages six and two.Lemas and his family are
However,we must seek out and attack the root causes of outdoor enthusiasts,enjoying Central Oregon's four-season
crime. beauty and activities.In addition,Mr.Lemas is active in Bend's
baseball and mountain-sport communities,serving as Little
Roger Obrist:Environment: League coach and as Central Oregon's informal snowboard
I will work to protect and enhance our natural resources ambassador on and off Mt.Bachelor. ,
for future generations of Oregonians. Lemas is a graduate of the University of California,Santa
Roger Obrist:Global Warming. Barbara,where he earned a Bachelor of Arts,and of the
I will work to pass legislation that will:cut Global Graduate School of Business at Portland State University,where
warming pollution 20%by 2020 and 80%by 2050--with he was conferred an MBA.As part of his studies at Portland State
enforceable deadlines. University,.Mr.Lemas also studied.International Finance at
Roger Obrist:Taxation. Euromed Marseille Ecolede Management in Marseille,
i will work always to cut down the tax load and will Provence,France.
demand full value for the taxpayers dollar. - Prior to running for United States Congress,Lemas enjoyed
Roger Obrist:Homelessness. more than eleven years as a small-business owner and dedi-
Many families experiencing homelessness are living cated entrepreneur.In 1994 he founded Sunriver Snowboards in
with friends or relatives in overcrowded conditions. Sunriver,Oregon and developed the endeavor for more than six
I want to help families find the resources they need to years before sell ing the business to a former competitor in late
become self-sufficient. 2000.In 1999,he founded Side Effect Boardshop,one of the
nation's influential and recognizable independent board-sports
Roger Obrist:Labor. retailers.After operating Side Effect for more than six years,
Oregon's labor force wants jobs,opportu nity and equal Lemas sold the growing business to James and Anne Jackson,
treatment,with a fair share of the nations gross national of Bend,and enrolled at the Portland State University Graduate
product.I'll fight forthese,as well as insist on full School of Business.
protection for our working people.Againstcheap foreign
Labor. If elected,Mc Lemas bffersa meaningful promise to true
integrity and a dedication to the citizens of Oregon's 2nd district.
Roger S.Obrist Democratfor United States Senator. Nowyou'NoaW who to vote for!
(This information fumished byROgerS.Obrist.) (This information furnished by Noah Lemas for Congress.)
The above information fisa not bean verified for accuracy by the The abowiMormatlon has not been verified for aauracy by the
State of Oregon. State of Oregon.
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Kate Rick
Brown Metsger
Democrat �3l
�' Democrat
Occupation:State Senator € - _
Occupation:State Senator
Occupational Background:
Family,Juvenile Law Attorney , Occupational Background:
Journalist,KOIN-TV,�Teacher;
Educational Background: Public Relations
University of Colorado,B.A.;
Northwestern School of Law, - - Educational Background:
Lewis and Clark College,J.D.,Environmental Law Certificate; Lewis&Clark College,B.S.,
Senior Executive Program,Kennedy School of Government M.A.T.
,
Harvard Prior Governmental Experience:State Senator
Prior Governmental Experience:State Representative Rick Metsger:The Change Oregon Democrats Have Been
1991-1996;State Senator since 1997 Waiting For -
The Right Choice for Secretary of State For years we have trusted Rick Metsgerto give it to us straight as
"1 know all the candidates in this race.I've been Oregon's an award winning KOIN-TVjournalist and now as State Senator.
Secretary of State.Kate Brown is my strong choice.Her integrity, "The common thread in all his legislative work is Metsger's
dedication and experience make,her the outstanding leader to desire to protect the interests of ordinary people:
be Oregon's next Secretary of State." consumers,ratepayers,low-income borrowers and injured
Governor Barbara Roberts - - - workers."
Fair Elections,Every Vote Counted - The Oregonian
October 18,2006
l will continueshining a light on the influence of money in Quality Schools'
campaigns,asl did by creating campaign reporting to"follow Rick's leadership delivered$260 million additional dollars for
the money,"so voters see where campaigns get their money - K-12 class size reduction and vopationa l programs.As steward
and where they spend it.Having won my first race by only 7 of the Common School Fund,Rick will fight to reverse the
votes,I know that every vote matters. destructive Bush-Chene
Every Tax Dollar Spent Efficiently and Effectively
millions of dollars from our olural schoolsdrained hundreds of
"Senator Brown is a champion for public education.As Protecting Every Voice
Secretary of State she will find creative ways to provide services Oregonians want a real change in leadership.Rick's the only
while keeping an eye on the public's bottom-line,so we can put candidate to vote against the bill(HB2614)that severely limits
more dollars into our priorities,like education and health care the ability of non-affiliated candidates to run for most major .
That's one reason educators across Oregon are supporting offices including Secretary of State.Rick has successfully
8 gofTagher." brought urban and rural communities together and given
Rebecca Leviaon,Portland Association of Teachers
Progress for all of Oregon Oregonians a refreshing,effective voice.
Creating a Sfistainable Economy
When l was elected to the Senate,Republicans outnumbered Rick created thousands of newjobs by co-authoring the largest
Democrats two-to-one:To move Oregon forward,the voices of investment in our transportation infrastructure since the 1950's.
Democrats had to be heard.I got to work,railed up my sleeves, '
and delivered..After years of dreaming,Oregonians' As SOS,Rick will use the audits division to hold state
priorities have become law-more funding for schools, govern ment accou ntable for meeting environmental
civil rights,access to heaRh care,and an expanded benchmarks. _ -
Bottle Bill.As the first woman Senate Majority Leader,I helped Fighting For Uls
make the difference.That's the kind of leader 1 will be as Rick co-authored and passed the bill that stopped utility
your Secretary of State. companies from collecting taxes from ratepayers that they put
Endorsed by: into their pockets instead of public services.
Oregon League of Conservation Voters Whileworking families struggle with$4 gasoline and rising
Oregon Education Association healthcare costs,many corporations pay only$10 a year in
NARAL Pro-Choice Oregon PAC - income tax.As head of the Secretary of State's Corporation
Basic Rights Oregon PAC Division,Rick will champion felief for ordinary taxpayers and
21st Century Democrats make large corporations pay theirfair share.
1www Kate_BmwnEgrOr oon om _ Dear Fellow Oregonians,
(This information furnished byKete Brown Committee.) I ask fqr your trust and support.Together we can help Oregon
lead our nation in a bold new direction.
n^nev rickme_�tsoer com
. (This information furnished by Friends of Rick Metsger.)
The above information has not been"rifled for aeeurecy by the The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the
State of Oregon. State of Oregon. .
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Paul Damian
Walker Tr §; Wells
Democrat Democrat
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x Occupation:State Senator ------ s� Occupation:Design Engineer
Court Reporter
Occupational Backgrounds. x= Occupational Background:
Electrical Engineer
State Senator 2003-present; -
Self-employed Court Reporter Educational Background:
Educational Background: --
r BSEE Purdue University
University of Oregon,BS;Lane Community College,Court Prior Governmental Experience:Voter Advocate since 1992
Reporting Program -
"TheSecretaryofState,asChief advocate Officer,must first and
Prior Governmental Experience:State Representative foremost,be a committed vocal advocate for voters when
1999-2002;Secretary-Treasurer,Cal Young Neighborhood individuals or groups try to manipulate the election process for
Association;Chair,Lane County Democrats personal or political gain.The current officeholder has
Personal:Vicki has lived in Oregon since 1960.She and her .Performed this task very poorly and 1.intend to do much better.
husband Steve raised their two children in Lane County. I support the proposal to make the office of Secretary of State
nonpartisan.This is a small but very reasonable step toward
VICKI WALKER—COUNTING FOR OREGON long overdue election reform." -
"She has a knack for calling attention to issues that her _ Paul Wells
colleagues have overlooked,and has built a reputation as a law- What is a nonpartisan office?
maker who will fight for the powerless."
—The Register-Guard9 15105 • In a nonpartisan race,only the top two candidates for each
Asa State Senator,Vicki Walker has consistently stood up to office qualify forthe General Election in November.Voters
powerful interests,shining a bright light on waste,fraud and- select these candidates in the May Nominating Election.
abuse in state government. • "Nonpartisan"means that all voters,regardless of party
Vicki is running for Secretary of State because Salem needs to affiliation,have the right to participate in both the
bring the same accountability and transparency towards nominating and general elections.
counting your votes and your tax dollars correctly. - "Nonpartisan"doesn't mean that all candidates must be
Read Vicki's plan wwwvickiwalkercom to make every Independent.Political Parties should be allowed to endorse
Oregonian count: _ candidates for any non-judicia l office and the party name
can be printed after the candidate'sna me on the ballot..
• Supporting rotating regional primaries so Oregonians have Voters need and want this information.
agrlishi gthe choosing their next President Aren't partisan elections unconstitutional?
• Publishing the largest contributors to ballot measure
campaigns in the voters'pamphlet In 1988,the Oregon Supreme Court ruled that candidates
• Cracking down on bal lot measure fraud - for public office could be segregated by party affiliation.
• Ensuring corporate subsidies bring in more revenue than (Libertarian Partvof Oregon y.Robert This ruling
theytake validated the fourseparate standards usedtoqualifycandi-
• Utilizing state trust lands to develop rural jobs with clean, dates for partisan office in Oregon.Even school children
renewable energy know-the"separate but equal doctrine"is a sham. .
• Maximizing revenues to the Common School Fund to
reduce class sizes and lowerthe achievement gap •Currently,if Oregon courts choose to interpret the
constitution in some absurd way,or ignore it entirely,little
le Chair of the Senate Education Committee,Vicki led the can be done by the voters or legislature.(There are no
legislature to
Oregon pportunityG ant to eke school lege funding, "checks and balances"on the court.)
expanded the Oregon Opportunity Grant to make college
affordable for more students,added 3,000 children to Head • Acts of the Legislature are subject to voter referendum.
Start,and prohibited golden parachute contracts for school Rulings of the Court are just as important and should be
administrators. subject to referendum as well-with no time limit.
'VICKI WALKER WAS NAMED A WORKING FAMILIES wwwAhekeel.org
CHAMPION BY THE OREGON AFL-CIO"
Tom Chamberlain [This information furnishedbyPaul Wells)
Endorsed:
Senator Margaret Carter
Representative Terry Beyer
Portland City Commissioners Randy Leonard and Erik Stan
Former Democratic Party of Oregon Chair Ji m Edmunson -
Former Speaker of Oregon House of Representatives PhitLang
(This information furnished by Committee to Elect Vicki Walker.)
The alcove information has not been verified for accuracy by the The above information has not been verigad for accuracy by the
State of Oregon. State of Oregon. - -
OOnly One
Ben est nd
Nominating Process
WlL
The Oregon Legislative Assembly has
Democrat The
a new law that states an elector
r *! 'g,`. may participate in one and only one,
Occupation:Healthcare nomination process for each partisan
delivery specialist,Northwest - public office to be filled at the General
Professional Management _ Election. Partisan public offices to be filled
Occupational Background: f at the 2008 General Election include.
Agribusiness,small business
owner,- -)US President
4VSSenator.
Educational Background:B.A.,History,Whitman College d US Representative -
Prior Governmental Experlenee:State Representative Secretary of State,
1997-2003,State Senator 2003-present �! State Treasurer
Married to Libby,two children,BJ(19),Taylor(15) -)Attorney General
n�. 4 State Senator
BEN WESTLUND GETS THINGS DONE - ` d State Representative
"Westlund won a House seat in 1996 and quickly showed he had ,,:, i any county or city offices designated
a knack for understanding complex issues and for developing - as partisan
relations on both sides of the aisle." -i - -
The Oregonian l6/3/2005) Participation in a nominating process
"Ben Westlund is the right person to be our next State Treasurer includes any of the following:
and protect the hard-earned retirement dollars of working- 4 returning a Democratic or Republican
Oregon families.As a legislator and former budget chief dunng ballot at the 2008 Primary Election,
some of Oregon's toughest economic times,Ben balanced regardless of how the ballot is voted
fiscal accountability with social responsibility.As long as I -
have known him,I have been impressed with his.ability to work participating in a minor political
'across the aisle to get results for Oregon."
Governor Ted Kulongoski ,' party's candidate nominating process,
which is established in the minor political -
Endorsed by Oregon Education Association _ party's by-laws and is usually by a
BEN WESTLUND UNDERSTANDS OUR ECONOMY nominating convention
"From small business issues to infrastructure needs and 4 signing the minutes of an assembly of
natural resources,I know Ben Westfund will bring a fresh electors to nominate a nonaffiliated,
Perspective and sure-handed sensibility to the State ", candidate(a candidate not affiliated with
Treasurer's office.Ben has been one of the best and brightest any political party)to the General Election
members of the legislature,and his background as a successful
business owner and his experience with complex funding issues asigning a certificate of nomination by
and the state budget will serve Oregon extremely well." signing al electors certificate
to f nomination
a
U.S.Senator Ron Wyden nonaffiliated candidate(a candidate not
Endorsed by Oregon Small Business for Responsible Leadership '� affiliated with any political parry).to the
BEN WESTLUND IS WORKING TO LOWER •' General Election -
HEALTH CARE COSTS
Ben Westlund co-authored the Healthy Oregon Act that created
the blueprint for healthcare reform to lower costs,improve --•
quality and provide access to every Oregonian. -
i example
Endorsed by SEIU Locals 49&503,Oregon Nurses Association,
- AFSCME Council 75 A is registered to vote as a member
BEN WESTLUND CHAMPIONS RENEWABLE ENERGY ' of a major political party and is issued and
returns a partisan ballot at the 2008
AND CLEAN TECHNOLOGIES - >! ` ! Primary Election.Elector A votes for most,
Ben is an outspoken advocate for renewable energy and clean but not all,of the partisan races listed.
technology economic development.He helped pass bills to
increase Oregon's renewable energy use and to increase - In July 2008,Elector A signs a petition to
Investments in emerging technologies. .---,< nominate a nonaffiliated candidate for
Endorsed by Oregon League of Conservation Voters, I State Representative District 25 to the 2008
Oregon AFL-CIO- `..:_ General Election.Elector As signature is
•,. note valid signature and mustbe
WWW.BENWESTLUND.COM disqualified.ElectorA isdeemedto have
fThisinformationfurnishedby Ben Westlund./ - ,_.. already participated in a nominating
process for all partisan offices for the 2608
} General Election by returning a partisan
TM above kMOnnadon has not been verified for sccansy by the ballot for the 2008 Primary Election. -
State ofOregon.
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Kroger Macpherson
Democrat Democrat
Occupation:Oregon law -Occupation:Oregon State
professor Representative
Occupational Background: Occupational Background:
0 federal prosecutor;law professor Attorney
Educational Background:Yale - Educational Background:
University,B.A:,M.A.;Harvard -` J.D.,Georgetown University,
Law School,.J.D. A.B.,Harvard University,West Albany High School
Prior Governmental Experience:U.S.Marine Corps;Senior Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon Law Commission;
Policy Analyst,U.S.Department of the Treasury;federal - Chair,House Judiciary Committee;House Co-Chair,Measure 49
prosecutor,Enron prosecutor,U.S.Department of Justice Committee;Chair,Multnomah County Planning Commission
JOHN KROGER FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL Married to Victoria Macpherson;two children.
THE RIGHT EXPERIENCE TO DELIVER Or egon
THE CHANGE WE NEED Protecting
John Kroger is a tough,award-winning prosecutor and legal Oregon's Attorney General is the people's chief advocate-the` '
scholar with a record of integrity.He has new energy,new ideas - person most responsible for protecting Oregonians from crime,
and vast experience in court: consumer fraud,threatsto civil rights,and damage to our
• As a prosecutor,John convicted Mafia killers.drug environment.
trafficker and corrupt ov r en i I winning every I'm the only candidate for Attorney General with a proven record
trial and appeal. - of fighting to protect Oregon families:
• John orosecuted Enron executives who defrauded millions
of Americans. Protecting Oregonians'personal safety:Ipassed the
• Jahn teaches criminal Is and iegal philosophy at Lewis& country's toughest restrictions on the raw material used to make
Clark.Law School. meth,nearly eliminating home meth labs from Oregon.I passed
"John is tenacious,fearless and brilliant.His ethics and legislation cracking down on internet sex predators and repeat
moral compass are second to none.-, offenders.As Attorney General,I'll make sure these laws are
Andrew Weissmann enforced.
Former Director of Prosecution,Enron Task Force Protecting Oregon's consumers:I passed bills cracking
JOHN KROGER'S PLAN TO MOVE OREGON FORWARD down on ID theft and predatory fenders.I'll vigorously enforce
• Fight meth aggressively with more effective enforcement Oregon's laws protecting older citizensfrom scams,and make.
and drug treatment. sure health insurers pay the benefits they owe consumers.
• Hold eygry oolh,terresponsible for the damage they cause Protecting Oregonian's civil rights:I've always foughtfora
to our environment. woman's right to choose,and stood up to extremists trying to
• Enapre every parent gets the child suR on rt payments to chip away at ourcivil rights.As Attorney General,I'll protect
which they are entitled. equal rights forall Oregonians and defend the freedom to make
• Protect consumers and seniors from scam-artia_ts.identity reproductive decisions without government interference.That's
thieves and crooked core ap nies. why I'm endorsed by NARAL Pro-Choice Oregon PAC.
• Defend civil rights a woman's right to chooseand Oregon
crime victims Protecting Oregon's environment:lled the fight for Measure
49,protecting farmlands and open space from developers.As
-John's courtroom experience and his thoughtful ideas the state's top environmental defender,I'll enforce Oregon's
for protecting our children and the environment make laws reducing greenhbuse gases.That's why I'm endorsed by
him the right person for the job.- the Oregon League of Conservation Voters.
Gov.John Kitzhaber
I'm the only candidate who raised a family in Oregon,the only '
ENDORSED BY LAW ENFORCEMENT candidate who practiced law in Oregon,and the only candidate
AND PEOPLE WE TRUST with a record of public service in Oregon.That's why I'm
Governor John Kitzhaber endorsed by Governor Ted Kulongoski,former Governor
22 Oregon District.Attorneys and 7 Oregon Sheriffs Barbara Roberts,and Attorney General Hardy Myers.
Oregon State Police Officers'Association; I'll be honored to have your vote.
Portland Police Association Y
The Sierra Club,Oregon Chapter (This information fumishedby Friends of Greg Macpherson.)
Oregon Education Association
Portland City Commissioners Randy Leonard,Dan Saltzman
and Erik Stan
Eugene Mayor Kitty Piercy
Bend Mayor Bruce Abernethy
Pendleton Mayor Phillip Houk
SEIU Locals 503 and 49 -
Checkwww.johnkroger.com for the full list
and to learn more -
(This information(urnished by John Kroger forAttornay General.)
The above Information has not base varined for accuracy by the Ths above Irrformatlas hM not been varifled for aauracy by the
State of Oregon. - State of Oregon.
Mayen `� ' ' Judy
Lundgren Stiegler
Democrat Democrat
I
Occupation:Deputy Public
Defender. A Occupatio Mediation Practice
6a , -. n:
Occupational Background: Occupational Background:
Management,Student,Mother Director,CASA of Central
of four. a - - Oregon;Family Law Attorney in
Private Practice
Educational Background: - -
J.D.,Gonzaga University School of Law;B.A.,Portland State Educational Background:
University. University of Oregon,Bachelor of Science in Political Science,
1975;Lewis and Clark College,Northwestern School of Law,
Prior Governmental Experience:None - Juris Doctor Degree,1978
Committed to Improving the Lives of Oregon's Children . Prior Governmental Experience:Bend-LaPine School Board;
Education:Asa mother of four and as a public defense attorney Oregon
off Educati Education; gontGovernmentlEthi s cCommission
working with youth involved in the juvenile justice system,the
education of Oregon's children is my top priority. JUDY STIEGL R;Sho!,Alwayll "tiara for Fame
In my work with delinquent youth,I have seen first hand how MAKING A DIFFERENCE
under-fu nding our schools affects children and l am convinced J udy has spent her entire adult life working to make our commu-
that sufficient school funding is imperative to improving our nity a better place to live.Through her advocacy for children and
children's lives and the future of Oregon.By fully funding public astrong pub]is education system,she's built a reputation for
education,'we can ensure that children who need extra help plai n talk and honest answers.Judy is a strop
receive it;we can identify students who go unnoticed now leader who will fightfor us in Salem. g•independent
because of overcrowded classrooms,and addressthe issues
that give rise to boredom,frustration,acting out,and INVESTING IN EDUCATION
delinquency. - "Judy won't need a crash course in education funding when she
I will work to fund schools so the hard working teachers and gets to Salem.On the School Board,Judy spent years working .
administrators can do theirjobs and provide an excellent public toimprove our schools and standing up for kids andteachers.
education to all Oregon's children.. She'll be a leader who invests in a top quality education from
Juvenile Just ice:Once youth become involved in the juvenile pre-school to graduate school."
justice system,they must receive appropriate riate services to help Peg Humphreys,Teacher
them be successful in the community. _ SECURING OUR SENIORS
'So often when ayouth is in need of specific services,program -Helping her 85 year old mother in her struggle to stay in her own
wait lists are impossibly long,or the under funding of programs apartment,Judy understands the need to provide our seniors
has left them understaffed and unable to accept additional the ability to live independently and with dignity.Judy is com-
youth.This results in youth not getting the services they need to mitted to finding better home healthcare options for our seniors.
safely and successfully return to our communities.Whether
mental health counseling,behavioral therapy,or intensive PROTECTING OUR COMMUNITIES
treatment,we must provide youth the supportthey need with "Oregon parents deserve to know our state is doing all it can to
recognition of their individual needs. protect our children.With Judy Stiegler,we'll have a
I will work to ensure that the needs of youth are met through Representative who fights every day to keep ou r communities
9 safe.
juvenile justice system.and increase their success and the safety
of our communities. Andy Jordan,Retired Bend Police Chief
(This information fumishedby Maren Lundgren.) RESTORING PUBLIC TRUST
Judy Stiegler knows we can only achieve major changes if we
can trust our government again.Through her work with the
- - - State Ethics Commission,J udy has seen firsthand that
Oregonians want transparency and accountability from their
elected officials.She will work to assure just that.
.JUDY STI20
FRFOR TA nrpRESEf TATIV
FOR THEE e(This information furnishedbyJudyStiegler)
The ebow infonnstlon has not bean 11011 If for accuracy by the Tits above infomudon has not been verified for accuracy by the
State of Oregon.
State of Oregon.
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'Mike
Ahern
Democrat
Occupation:Realtor;Jefferson
County Commissioner.
Occupational Background: _-
SmallBusinessman:Owner
- Ahern's Grocery and Black Butte _ _ H
General Store.
s,
Educational Background:Madras High School;University of
Oregon Graduate. -
Prior Governmental Experience:Jefferson County _
Commission;Madras City Council;Deschutes River
Management Commission;Jefferson County Public Health
Advisory Committee;509-J School District Budget Committee;
Citizens'Review Board;Madras Planning Commission; _
Commission on Children and Families.
Prior Community Experience:Jefferson County Chamber of
Commerce,President;Madras Kiwanis,President;Madras Elks;
Knights of Columbus;Youth Basketball and Soccer Coach.
Family:Mike lives in Madras with his wife Jane,who is Youth
Services Director at the Jefferson County Library.He has 3
grown sons. - a
VOTE MIKE AHERN!EXPERIENCE,LEADERSHIP,VISION.
In Jefferson County,MIKE AHERN isalreadywell known as a
hard-working,common sense leader.MIKE AHERN is a neighbor
we have trusted to protect our rights and values.
Now MIKE AHERN is introducing himself to voters in Wasco,
Sherman,Gilliam,Grant,Wheeler and northwest Deschutes
Counties,as he works to become our representative in Salem,
AHERN WILL PROVIDE THE STRONG,COMMON-SENSE VOICE _
WE NEED IN SALEM!
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND JOBS:Mike feels we can do
more to turn state resources towards helping economic develop-
ment and job creation on this side of the Cascades.Too often our
needs have been ignored in Salem.Mike will be the voice we
need.
QUALITY OF LIFE:Across District 59,from The DaUes,to Madras,
to John Day;our communities need leadership in Salem to pro-
tect our quality of life,and renew ourtowns,communities,farms
and ranches.Health Care,Education,Taxes,Crime-these arethe '
issues that Mike will take on in Salem.
NOTE FROM MIKE:
Fellow Oregonian,
I know it's frustrating to watch more politics as usual.We need to
work together to build a positive,prosperous future.I'LL GO TO
WORK IN SALEM TO MAKE SURE SALEM IS WORKING FOR US.
I askfor your vote.
Sincerely,Mike Ahern
(This informationfornished by Elect Ahern.)
She above information has not been verified for accuracy by the
State of Oregon.
Precinct committeemen and committeewomen are the grassroots representatives of the Republican Party in Oregon.A Precinct
Committee Person(PCP)is[he"face"nf the party and an advocate for Republican pehtical sin their neighborhoods and
communities.They are asked to attend regular meeti ngs of their ceunry Republ icon Central Committee in order to help set the party
agenda inthe county and to strategize howto spreadthe Republican message at thelocal level
As a PCP,you have a voice in selecting Republican Party leadership on the county,state,and national levels.You may even seek
aleadership position yourself.Countyleaders,in turn,help select the state parry leaders who participate on the Republican
National Committee and electthe national party leaders.PCPs also select Oregon delegates and alternates to attend the
Republican National Convention.
PCPs are often called on by Republican candidates to help with grassroots campaigning.You may be asked to"walk"your precinct
with a candidate and introducing the candidate to friends and neighbors.You may also be asked to participate in making phone
calls and distributing campaign materials in your precinct.You will become the Republican Parry in your community!
PCPS Should be able to convey these basic principles of the Republican philosophy:
• Republicans believe the strength of our nation lies with the individual and each person's dignity,freedom,ability,and
responsibility must be honored.
• Republicans believe in equal rights,equal justice,and equal opportunity for all,regardless of race,creed,sex,age,or disability.
• Republicans believe that free enterprise and encouraging individual initiative has brought this nation opportunity,economic
growth,and prosperity..
• Republicans believe government must practjce fiscal responsibility and allow individuals to keep more of what they earn:
• Republicans believe the proper role of government is to provide for the people onlythose critical functions that cannot be
performed by individuals or private organizations and that the best government is that which governs least.
• Republicans believe the most effective,responsible,and responsive government is government closest to the people.
• Republicans believe Americans must retain the principles that have made us strong while developing new ideas to meet the
challenges of changing times.
• Republicans believe Americans value and should preserve our national strength and pride while working to extend peace,
freedom,and human rights throughout the world.
• Republicans believe our party is the best vehicle fortranslating these ideals into positive and successful principles of
government.
This fall,Oregon Republicans will workto elect Republicans in the Oregon House and Senate,United States Congress,and the
White House.PCPs will play key roles in bringing aboutthese victories.While Republican precinct committeepersons are
- encouraged to support the candidates of their choice in the primary election,it is expected PCPs,as representatives of the party.
during the general election,will support all Republican candidates receiving the Party's nomination.
If you would like more information about the Oregon Republican Party,or would like to be more involved with the GOP in Oregon,
please call our state party headquarters at(503)587-9233.You may send e-mail to info0orgoo oro or visit our website at
www.orgo, gyro.
Vance D.Day
Chairman,Oregon Republican Party
P.O.Box 789 Salem,OR 97308 -
(This information fumishedbythe Oregon Republican Party)
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Gordan Gordon H.
Leitch Smith
Republican Republican
Occupation:Retired t Occupation:United States
E Ophthalmologist Senator
Occupational Background: _ Occupational Background:
Ophthalmology Practice f� Smith Frozen Foods
Educational Background: Educational Background:
u
Portland Public Schools; , Southwestern University,ack JD;
Whitman College;Johns Hopkins Medical School _ Brigham Young University,BA
Prior Governmental Experience:Precinct Committeeman Prior Governmental Experience:United States Senator,
UNDERSTANDING THE SHNOOKER CAUSING OUR 1997-present;Oregon State Senator,1993-1997;President,
ECONOMIC CHAOS: _ Oregon State Senate,1995-1996.
1870; ' Knoxv.Lee.79US457; The Supreme Court held: - SENATOR GORDON SMITH
1)No one doubted a$1000 debt contracted before 1834,could COMMON GROUND.COMMON GOOD.
be paid by 100 eagles coined after 1834,though they contained "There's too much partisanship and not enough leadership in
no more gold then 94 eagles coined when the contract was Washington,D.C.As your Senator,I've shown abetter way.
made. Republican-Democrat,rural-urban,left-right,...from taxes to
healthcare,energy to the economy;security and safety,l have
FACT! coined debt before a de couldn't be.paid try 100 eagles succeeded in finding common ground for the common good."
coined after 1834iThe debt was revalued fairly,so it
took 106 new eagles to pay it. - Common Ground:Job*&Economy
2)By the act of June 28,1834,a new gold coin weight and value • Supported tax cuts for families,small businesses and
was adopted;and about 6%was taken from the weight of each home-buying
dollar. • Working to stop a job-killing$1.2 trillion tax increase and to
-. ensu re tax cuts for families and businesses are made.
FACT! No gold dollar existed in 1834 to take any weight from! permanent
3)The effect of this(weight taking]was that all creditors suffered Common Ground:Health Care
a corresponding loss;debts became solvable with 6%less gold •
than before. Supported a prescription drug benefit for Oregon seniors
and protected a half million Oregonians from unfair cuts to
FACT! Because the j1834 act increased the value of the old Medicaid
eagle to$10.665,there was no corresponding loss. . • Working to protect and expand health insurance for 48,000
Debts didn't become solvable with 6%less gold than Oregon children
.before) Common Ground:Rural Oregon
4)The creditor who had$1000 due him 31 J my 1834,the day •.Fought for water for Klamath farmers and sustainable
before the act took effect,was entitled to$1000 of coined gold of logging to create jobs and promote forest health;secured.
the weight and fineness of the existing coinage.The day after,he funding for a deeper Columbia River to expand state
was entitled to a sum 6%less in weight and market value,or to agriculture exports
smaller number of silverdoliars:
• Working sin timber harvests
for rural counties hurt by unfair
:FACT! The creditor who had$1000 due him 31 July 1834,was - reductions in timber harvests-
entitled to 100 old eagles.The day after,due to Common Ground:Energy&Environment
Congress's equitable revaluation,he was entitled to a . Supported first increase in car-mileage standard in 20 years
sum greater in weight and market value,making it rash and new incentives for
mathematically impossible he was entitled to a smaller - - g energy:wind,wave,solar and
number of silver dollars. _ - alternative-fuel cars
ELECT LEITCH TO U.S.SENATEI • Working to protect 128,000 acres of scenic Mt.Hood
wilderness -THE HONEST MONEY CANDIDATE! _ Common Ground:Security&Safety.
THE BORDER BACKBONE CANDIDATE) • Support continued American leadership and strong interna-
Suggested Personal Action:Reading THE FEDERALIST - tional participation in fighting aggressive war on terror
• Working to end the war in Iraq swiftly,safely and with honor
(This information furnished by Gordon Leitch.) SENATOR GORDON SMITH
COMMON GROUND.COMMON GOOD.
".I am working to break Washington's partisan paralysis
and to find common ground and common good
for all Oregonians-l ask for your vote.
Gordan H.Smith
www.gorda mi h am
(This information furnished by Friends OfG6rdon Smith.)
Tha show Information has not been veriNed for accuracy by the The above Information has not been verified for accuracy by the
Stets of Oregon. - State of Oregon.
FrNM 1E P,:
Greg � Rick
Waldan Dancer
Republican Republican
9 tai _-
p Occupation:U.S.Con
ressman
' �` #< - Occupation:TV Journalist
Occupational Background- ` _ Occupational Background:
Small business owner KEZI-TV,1989-2008;KVAL-TV
1987-89;KCBY-TV 1985-87
„,. Educational.Background: Educational Background:
Graduate:University of Oregon;
Hood Hillsboro High School,1977;
River Valley High School Portland Community College,Pacific University(Forest Grove),
Prior Governmental Experience:State Senator;State B.A.Comrilunications,1983
Representative Prior Governmental Experience:None -
-
The middle class is getting hit hard by rising fuel, Community Service:.Special Olympics,Looking Glass Youth
food and health costs.It's time for new policies.The old Programs,Directions Services,City Club-of Eugene(President,
ways dust don't get it done." 2006-07)
With 21 years of experience,as a small business owner in rural SECRETARY OF STATE-KEEPING GOVERNMENT HONEST
Oregon,Greg Walden knows what it takes to create jobs.
As a journalist for more than twenty years,my job was to investi-
"Bettermanagement of our forests would create more gate the facts and bring people the truth.As Secretary of State, -
jobs,reduce wildfires and cut back on Pollution.We I'll be doing very much the same thing,primarily overseeing
should turn biomass into energy and take other major elections and auditing program to keep the government honest..
steps to make America more energy independent." -
And Walden's working hard to make our communities safer MAKE SECRETARY OF STATE NONPARTISAN.
from illegal drugs;he's getting local law enforcement officials It is hard for the public to be confident that the Secretary of
thetools they need to.combat criminals. - State's office will fairly and Impartially oversee elections,
whether for candidates or ballot measures,when the Secretary
"Like most parents,my wife and I are deeply con- of State is selected in a partisan election.There is no Democrat
corned about illegal drugs and the damage they inflict on or Republican way to be fair.Fairness starts by leaving Partisan-
. families.I've aggressively pursued changes in the law to ship outside the door of the Secretary of•State's office.
shutdown meth labs and drug cartels.But more work
remains."- KEEP ELECTIONS FAIR AN D OPEN
Walden's a leader in Congress advocating for changes in the Only people legally entitled to vote should vote,but everyone
_health care system to improve quality,increase access and who has the rightto vote should be encouraged to vote and
reduce costs and errors.And that includes expanding services - every vote should count.That goes for signatures on initiatives
+:for our veterans. and citizen referrals as well:No one should ever have to wonder
whether their vote or their signatu re might be disallowed
"We Owe a great debt to those who have worn our because of the personal or political views of the Secretary of
nation's uniform and safeguarded our freedom.It's State.
essential that Congress takes better care of veterans
and those who are serving today. AUDIT GOVERNMENT PROGRAMS FOR EFFICIENCY AND
"The congressman has a huge challenge and responsibility.The EFFECTIVENESS -
vast district was built on a strong foundation of agriculture and The Secretary of State should be responsible not onlyfor finan-
naturalresources.Today new opportunities abound in such cial audits that make sure every dollar is account for but should
areas as technology;energy and telecommunications.Walden also conduct performance audits to make sure government
has been up to the challenge to date,and probably keeps in programs are accomplishing their objectives as efficiently and
better contact with his district than just about any congressman. effectively as possible.
He travels cross country most weekends;which helps him THE SECRETARYOF STATE WORKS FOR THE PEOPLE,NOTTHE -
remember who butters his bread..:" The La Grande Observer, POLITICAL PARTIES
February26,2008
Congressman Greg Walden: (This information furnishedby Rick Dancer for Secretaryofstate.)
Making a real difference for us.
-
(This information.fumishedby Walden for Congress.) -
The above Inft motion has not been verified for accuracy by Me Tate above information hes n W been verified forac
State of Oregon.
- - State of Oregon. carary by the
Allen Chris
Alley Telfer
n,
Republican Republican
Occupation:Corporate Board = ==o_ Occupation:Certified Public
Member,Private Investor r Accountant
sl Occupational Background:
Occupational Background:
c Pa 9 CPA;Community College
Over 30 years of experience Instructor
creating,building and financing
-- - global companies.Company - Educational Background:
Co-Founder,Presidenti CEO and Board Member;Venture Capital B.S.,Denver University;graduate studies,Franklin University,
Investor;Marketing Executive;Automotive and Aerospace University of Oregon.
Engineer. Prior Governmental Experience:Bend City Council;Central
Educational Background:BS in Mechanical Engineering, Oregon Cities Organization;Economic Development for Central
Minor emphasis in Business:Purdue University.Public schools Oregon;Chair,Bend La Pine School District Budget Committee.
K-12. -Community Involvement:Central Oregon Health
Prior Governmental Experience:Deputy Chief of Staff, Collaborative;Meth Action Coalition;Treasurer,Episcopal
Goverrrorof Oregon.Appointed by President George W:Bush Diocese of Eastern Oregon;Bend Chamber of Commerce;Rotary
to the US Japan Private Sector Government Commission. International. -
Family:Married for 25 years to Debbie,three children - Chris Telfer
Community Service:Former Chairman:OMSI,Oregon A'Voice of Reason.Our Voice in Salem.
Council of theAmerican Electronics Association,Oregon Our state and region face many challenges.Clear priorities must
Council for Knowledge and Economic Development,and the be set to ensure that we have an accountable government,a
Oregon Business Plan.Board Member:Oregon innovation stronger economy,and safer communities.That's why,we need
-Council,Oregon Nanoscience and Microtechnologies`lnstitute, Chris Telfer as ourvoice in Salem. ..
and Oregon.Business Council.Youth soccer and baseball coach. . Supporting Local Teachers and Students
Governor's Community Involvement Award. National surveys rank Oregon nearthe bottom of all states in
Allen Alley - ongoing teacher training.Chris will ensure our children getthe
Performance and Trust best possible education by strengthening training standards..
The Treasurer must be an experienced ancitrusted manager She will also advocatefor new accountability measuresto
whose top priority is providing financial peace of mind forour increase the proportion of tax money spent on teachers,
retireesand schools.Oregonians need to knowthatthe invest- textbooks,and technology iplocal classrooms.
mentsthey rely on to supportthem are sound.Allen has 30years
of private sector experience in starting companies,managing Controlling Our Health Care Costs
investments,and creating jobs for Oregonians. The Business Chris is working with local physicians,hospitals,employers,and
Journal named him 2002's High Tech Executive of the Year and insurers to control health care costs and provide basic health-
one of Oregon's top CEOs in 2004.Forbes magazine recognized care for uninsured and under-i nsured fami l ies here in Central
h is company the"Fourth Fastest Growi ng Technology Oregon. -
Company"in the US in 2005. . Improving Our Quality of Life
Allen Alley Chris thinks a higher proportion of our gas taxes should be spent
Fiscal Strength in a Global.Economy on local highway projects.She will push the state to fund critical
While other career politicians have been running for office,Allen road projects that ease congestion.Additionally,she willadvo-
has been running businesses and gathering theexperience cate for updating our land use planninglaws to protect our local
Oregonians need in a trusted public servant.Oregon must have qualityoflife:
leadership who understands the global economy ofthe 21st Creating Safer Communities
century.Allen's life experiences allow hiin to fully understand all Families impacted every day by crime associated with meth
of our investment options in an increasingly competitive,com- addiction-Chris will ensure repeat offenders are put behind bars
plex and fast paced world.He will provide steady,experienced and make treatment a higher priority in our jails and prisons.
investment leadership to continue earning the highest possible
investment returns for Oregonians. Supported by those we know and trust:
Gene W hisnant,State Representative,District 53
Allen Alley-Experience you can Trust Former State Senator and Speaker of the House Bev Clarno.
wwwfriendsofal lenalleycom Former House Majority Leader Tim Knopp
Former State Senator Nei l Bryant
(This information furnishedby Friends ofAllen Al ley.) - Bob Eberhard
(This information fumished by Chris Telfer forState Senate.)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the
State of Oregon. State of Oregon.
Doug Ted
Wh1 Be tt Ferrioli
Republican Republican
Occupation:State Senator _ Occupation:Executive Director,
retired large animal veterinarian;
equine breeder;owner and i, Malheur Timber Operators,Inc. _
manager of rental housing '�_ , H -
Occupational Background:
Occupational Background. Association Director,Forest
Products company general
Employed at Klamath Veterinary manager;rancher,small
Clinic and Supply 1968;partner 1972;principle owner and business owner;Veteran's Affairs Loan Officer
manager 1986:retired from veterinary practice 1994;owned and
managed rental housing;owned and operated equine breeding Educational:Background;BA,University of Oregon
and marketing operation on three small farms. Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon State Senator 1997
Educational Background:Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, present;Senate President Pro-Tempore;Member,Task Force on
Washington State University 1968;Associate of Arts,Central Federal Forest Payments and County Services;Vice-Chair,
' Oregon Community College 1993;Crook County High School Sensate Rules and Ethics Committee
1861' - Community Service:Co-founder,Oregon Lands Coalition;
Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon State Senate 2005 Member,Chamber of Commerce President,Oregon Hanford
to present;Joint Ways and Means Committee;Emergency Waste goard.
Board;Vice-Chair Senate Judiciary Committee;Vice-Chair A record as rural Oregon's most effective advocate
Senate Transportation Committee;Senate Commerce }Added over 50 Oregon State Police to rural Oregon
Committee,committees on Court Facilities and Technologies, 'highways
Office of Administrative Hearings Oversight Committee. {Provided mentors for newteachers and school
Family:3 daughters and wife,Gail 1 administrators in rural Oregon
:Saved Baker City's historic Carnegie Library Arts Project
Community Service:Rotary;past president of Oregon :Defeated plaoto reduce payments to rural schools
Veterinary Medical Association,Water for Life,and Klamath -Gave rangeland communities newtools to protect .
County Cattlemen's Association;.active in State and Klamath 'themselves from fires -
Basin water issues;lecturer at state and regional veterinary -,Opposed highertaxes and increased fees
conferences: - - Increased bail amount for meth dealers
What has Doug offered in Salem? "The natural resource community has a champion advocate in
FISCAL RESPONSfBILITY when balancing the budget,apposing Ted Ferrioli.Few others are as passionate apd forceful on the
tax and fee increases on Oregon's citizens and businesses,root- issues of concern to farmers and foresters across the state."
ing out waste and assuring accountability in government - 'Sharon Livingston,currentchair of the Oregon Cattlemen's
spending. - 'Association and an alternate to the Oregonians for Food
and Shelter Board of Directors(Blue Mountain Eagle,
EXPERIENCE with our district's unique and diverse issues, 110/17/2007)
understanding of commercial rate ling,irrigated farming and
ranching;a passion for preserving the lifestyle and culture that "Your grade'A voting record with Farm Bureau during the last
our district provides. session was exemplary.It demonstrates that you understand the
issues important to agriculture,and your commitment to get
KNOWLEDGE concerning serious issues facing our state and good results for Oregon's family farmers and ranchers and rural
local economy,rural health care needs,public safety,education, communities."-
property rights,water rights,agriculture,and land use. Barry B.Bushue,President,Oregon Farm Bureau
COMMON-SENSE approach to reaching solutions through It is a privilege to be a strong advocate for the people when
bipartisan work with Oregon citizens and local and state political government actions affect the lives of citizens in ou r part of the
leaders to focus government on its core priorities. state{Fighting for rural Oregon means keeping a sharp eye on
COMMITMENTto creating smaller and more efficient govern- state agencies and speaking.with a clear voice among the urban
ment,reducing oppressive regulation,lowering taxes and fees interests.for Ted o rrioli a honor of allowing meto serve."
on hard-working Oregonians and small businesses,and letting senator Ted Ferrioli .
families keep more of their own hard earned money. (This information furnished by Friends of TedFauib(d)
Doug is endorsed in the primary election by:
United States Senator Gordon Smith - -
United States Representative Greg Walden
Former U.S.Congressman Bob Smith
(This information furnished byFriends of Doug Whiteett.)
The above information has not bass varifled for accuracy by the The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the
State of Oregon. - State of Oregon.
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Gene Chuck
Whisnant Burley
Republican Republican
Occupation:State Occupation:Small business
Representative;Republican Whip owner,State Representative
Occupational Background: Occupational Background:
USAF Colonel,retired,27 years; Certified Forester®;U.S.Forest
served in command,leadership, Service i10 years!;Forest
staff,and diplomatic positions in �A'°-�; �`� t .�_ products industry(18years)
Vietnam,Germany,and Yugoslavia;served on Air Force staff Educational Background:MBA;James Madison University,
and in Office of Secretary of Defense in the Pentagon 1988;MS,Resource Management and Policy,State University
Educational Background:MA in International Affairs, of New York,1980;BS,.Forest Management,Colorado State
University of Arkansas;BA in Journalism,University of North University,1977
Carolina at Chapel Hill;Air Command&Staff College;National Prior Governmental Experience:In 2007 he served as Vice-
Defense College Chair of the House Committee on Energy and Environment and
Prior Governmental Experience:State legislator since 2003- was a member of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on
Vice Chair of House Judiciary and Education committees;Ways Natural Resources;2005 Oregon House of Representatives;
&Means Committee,Education and Public Safety subcommit- Bend Metro Park&Recreation District Board,1999,2003; -
tees;State Commission on Children&Families;Chief Justice's Westernr Kulon oski's Ea tsidd Forest Fire Plan team; -
SpecialCourtsAdvisory Committee;Education Commission of '. Governor Kuiongoskys Eas tside'Forest Advisory Committee
.the States;former chairman of the Deschutes County Community Involvement:National Ski Patrol;Deschutes
Commission on.Children&Families and Deschutes County United Way;Oregon Society of American Foresters;Habitat for
Republican Party Humanity.
Community Service:Served on Homeless Leadership Council; Success for Central Oregon
multiple veteran organizations;Sunriver Board of Directors; E
member of Sunriver Christian Fellowship Church;former youth -
sports coach and PTl4officer •.Obained a35.percent funding increase for OSU Cascade
Campus;
Family:Married to fourth generation Oregonian,Josie Coffey; • Supported increasing student aid by$106 million so an addi-
son,Todd,lives in New Bern,NC,with his wife and our grandson tional 28 percent of Oregon's students may receive assistance;
Gene Whisnant - • Led the passage of legislation providing new money for
Leadership with honesty and integrity school construction.
am a strong advocate for Central Oregon families.I fight to keep "Chuck Burley is a tireless advocate for post secondary
ourcommunities safe from criminals and predators,believe our education in Central Oregon."Connie Lee,board member,
students deserve a 21stcentury education,and strongly support Central Oregon Community College
Oregon's natural resource industries. Economy
I believe in: - • Supported creation of a Rainy Day Fund for Oregon to set
Individual freedoms,personal responsibility and astrong aside money for economic downturns; -
free market economy. • Promoted restructuring Oregon's tax code,providing.equality
Effective,accountable,transparent andfrugal state while protecting revenue;
government. I housing.Increased and expanded tax credits to preserve affordable
Focusing on building Oregon's economic prosperity.
'Protecting the rightsof property owners. "Chuck Burleyworks across party linesto make our
Lowertaxes,job creation and economic development will help communities stronger and better places to work,live and
ensure stable funding for a quality education system;provide play. Oran Teeter,Mayor of Band,2002-2004
care for seniors,military veterans and the most vulnerable in our - Health -
society;expand public safety programs to fight meth,hold - e Improved mental health funding for Central Oregon;
criminals accountable,and address illegal immigration. • Voted to require health plans to cover contraception;
Above all,lbelieve Oregonians deserve honest leadership that Supported legislation enabling seniors to receive care in
theirown home.
will lookout for our citizens and taxpayers;not government
bureaucracies. "Representative Burley does an exemplary job representing
I value your support, our diverse issues.His integrity and dedicated response to his
Gene Whisnant constituents is excellent.l am proud to support Representative
- Burley and sayjob well donel".Bev Clarno,.former Oregon
(This information furnished by Gene Whisnant.) House Speaker and Oregon State Senator
www.vateforburiey.com
!This information furnished by Chuck Burley for State Rep.)
The above info r as lon has not been verified for accuracy by the The above Information has not been verified for accuracy by the
stab of Oregon. Stab of Oregon.
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Gilman ..
Republican ' Republican
E,�o
Occupation:Farmer/Legislator - Occupation:State
Representative;Commercial
= Occupational Background: ' i property owner
Gilman Dairy-Owner/operator-
i -
26 years;ACCESS(community
action agency),Fundraising, , Occupational Background:
Lr_ ' Manager,Q104 radio,1985-2007;
programs to prevent "
homelessness,job counseling and d providing medical 1980-1984;US Army,1978.79. Ford Dealership Manager
equipment to needy;Faster Grandparent Director,Nonprofit
agency allowing limited income seniors to earn supplemental Educational Background:Some college
income by volunteering in classrooms,helping teachers and Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon Investment Board;
at-riskyouth. I The Dalles Chamber of Commerce Economic Development
Educational Background:Crater High School,Central Point; "John's a good man who understands small business and agri-
Oregon State(Dairy Husbandry);Southern Oregon University; culture,and has long been aPositive force in his community.
BS General Studies(Science-Math) He's a strong voice for rural Oregon."
Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon State Congressman Greg Walden
Representative;Rogue Community College Board Chair; Creating Opportunities and Jobs
Republican Precinct Committeeman;Rogue Valley - As a small business owner,John understands the importance of
Transportation District Board;OR Beef Council;OR Dairy a healthy economy—it means tax revenues go up,and schools
Products Commission;no Community Service Commission; and necessary social services are funded.John isworking with -
Governor's Commission on Senior Service. state and county officials to expand local job o
Committees: pportunities:
1.Keeping the Regional Rural Investment Program alive with
Gilman served as vice-chair of the Transportation - help from Oregon Economic and Community Development.
Committee and was a member of a Ways&Means subcom- 2.loentifying'funding for Columbia Gorge Community College
mittee in the 2007 session.During the interim he is vice for Nursing,Wind Smith Programs andthe Work Force Center.
chair of Transportation and was appointed vice chair of the 3.Capturing Connect Oregon ll dollars for local jobs.
Rural Policy Committee.He is a member of the Emergency
Board and the State Lands Advisory Committee. - Getting the Job Done in Salem
Priorities: In a few short months,John has a list of accomplish ments that My top priority in 2009 will be a transportation funding will help solve several problems here at home:
package.Transportation is a major economic driverfor 1.Through a public/private partnership,getting cellular
District 55. telephone to Fossil this year.
The Rural Policy Committee,of which I am a member,will 2.Connecting communities with funding for infrastructure
workto enhance the economic viability of small,rural com- projects and necessary programs.
munities.If Congress decides to notto fund Federal Forest 3.Reduce the inheritance tax burden for heirs of natural
receipts,the Rural Policy Committee will have to find ways resource property like family farms.
to soften the blow.)have enjoyed serving as your state Working to Represent a Diverse District
representative and would appreciate your vote in- There are almost 30 communities in this district—all with differ-
May,2008. - ant needs.John is traveling throughout the district,meeting
(This information fumishedby Gilman Campaign.) people and listening to their concerns.As your state representa-
tive,he takes his job seriously when it comes to knowing what is
happening in communities he represents.
"John Huffman is dedicated to learning not only about the
issues that face our region,but also to understanding the
structures that make government work.That is what I like about
him and why l support him for this office."
Laura Pryor
Interim Director,
Northern Oregon Regional Correctional Facilities
(Thisinformation furnishedby Committee to EiectJohn E.Huffman.)
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Thomas A. David
Balmer Schuman
Nonpartisan ( Nonpartisan
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Occupation:Associate Justice, Occupation:Judge,Oregon
Oregon Supreme Court P Court of Appeals
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Occupational Background: Occupational Background:
Attorney in private practice; Judge;Deputy Attorney General
managing partner of law firm; , of Oregon,1997-2001;Professor
Oregon Deputy Attorney -E and Associate Dean,University
General;U.S.Departmentof Justice trial attorney;maintenance of Oregon Law School,1987-1996;English Professor,1968-1981
painter;mailroom clerk -
Educational Background:J.D.;University of Oregon Law
Educational Background:Portland,Oregon Public Schools; School;Ph.D.,University of Chicago;B.A.,Stanford University;
B.A.with High Honors in Government,Oberlin College(1974); Public schools,K-12;
J.D.,University of Chicago-Law School(1977)
Prior Governmental Experience:Deputy Attorney General;
Prior Governmental Experience:Deputy Attorney General, Assistant Attorney General;Member,Council on Court
Oregon Department of Justice(1993-97);Trial Attorney,U.S. Procedures;Member,Judicial Conduct Committee of the
Department of Justice 11979-80 Oregon Judicial Conference
Re-elect Justice Tom Balmer to Oregon's Supreme Court Community Service:Youth sports coach;Board of Directors,
-Balmer's selection strengthens and broadens the FOOD for Lane County;Board of Directors,Wayne Morse Center
court." for Law and Politics;Former member and Chair,Executive
The Oregonian,October 5,2001 Committee,Oregon State Bar Constitutional Law Section;
Former member and Vice-President,Jewish Federation of Lane
Since 2001,Tom Balmer has served on Oregon's Supreme Court County;Board of Directors,University of Oregon Law School
with distinction,exhibiting fairness,intelligence and an Alumni Association
extraordinary work ethic.That performance is no surprise. Personal:Judge Schuman and his wife of 39 years have two
Experience grown children. -
ThefoundationofJusticeBalmer's success is his hands-on As an Assistant Attorney General,David Schuman success-
experience in the key areas the Supreme Court deals with every fully prosecuted scores of criminal and civil appeals for the
day.He hastried jury cases,argued before the U.S.Supreme people of Oregon.
Court,advised individual and business clients on a wide variety earned a state As a UO Law School Professor,David Schuman ea
of matters,and counseled elected and government leaders on reputation as one of the country's leading experts ea
constitutional and public law issues.As Deputy Attorney constitutional law..
General,he argued criminal,election and constitutional law
cases in Oregon and Federal courts.And Tom Balmer's Selected by Attorney General Hardy Myers to serve as his
reputation as a thoughtful scholar and a practical problem- Deputy,David Schuman was second-in-command at the Oregon
solver is well known.His broad,well-rounded experience and Department of Justice,where he supervised over 200 lawyers
integrity has earned widespread respect. and successfully represented the people of Oregon in defending
Part of the Community numerous laws.
Tom Balmer can represent our communities on the Supreme As a Judge on the Court of Appeals,David Schuman has
Court because he is part of the community.He has served as a authored over 280 written opinions and participated in over
volunteer for Legal Aid,the Classroom Law Project,local arts 1000 decisions forthe court.
and parks organizations,and the Goose Hollow Family Shelter. An impressivejudge....He bringsto the court an extra-
Broad Support ordinary background,in breadth and depth,in both the,practice
and theory of law." The Oregonian(Portland),April 12,2002
It is a mark of Tom Balmer's fairness and integritythat he has "[Schuman's]extraordinary background and experience
won support from across the political spectrum and from all
parts of the legal profession. j
future could serve as for aspirants." The
Register-Guard(Eugene May Lure
-Tom Balmer is fair,honest and hardworking.He does 3,2002
honor to the traditions of Oregon's Supreme Court." .(This information furnished by The Committee to Re-Elect Judge David
Schuman.)
Softy Roberts,Former O reg on Su p reme Court Justice -
Edwin J.Paterson,Former Oregon Supreme Court
Chief Justice
(This information furnishedbyRe-Elact Supreme Court Justice..
Tom Balmer Committee.)
The above iMonnadon has not been vedfisd for accuracy by the Thee bove Information has not been verified for accuracy by the
Stare of Oregon. State of Oregon.
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Oregon Vote-by-Mail Primary Election I May 20, 2008
Dear Deschutes County Voter:
This is your May 20,2008 Primary Election Voters'Pamphlet. Major political parties choose who they want to
run for office,by having a primary election. During this election you will be asked to decide on many important
issues.This Voters' Pamphlet is a cooperative effort between the Deschutes County Clerk and the Oregon
Secretary of State. It is provided to assist you in becoming a more informed voter as you cast your ballot.
This pamphlet contains the ballot measures and explanatory statements which are designed to provide you
with impartial and fair information. It also contains paid arguments for or against certain measures.
Candidates may also pay to place a statement in the pamphlet to provide you with additional information
about them. On your ballot, the names of the candidates will appear in random alphabetical order.
As you review the pamphlet, please remember that you may not be voting on every office or measure in
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you live and your political party.
For your convenience,^the Deschutes County Voters'Pamphlet contains voting instructions, how to request
a replacement ballot and Official Ballot Drop Site locations.
Please Vote!.
Nancy Blankenship
Deschutes County Clerk
Attention
This is the beginning of your county voters'pamphlet.The county portion of this joint voters'pamphlet is inserted in the center of the
state portion.Each page of the county voters'pamphlet is clearly marked with a gray bar on the outside edge.All information contained
in the county portion of this pamphlet has been assembled and printed by your Deschutes County Clerk.
Index to Voters' Pamphlet
All candidates were invited to participate in this pamphlet.The following candidates submitted information.
9-55 Deschutes County 911 County Service District Five-Year Local Option Tax....................
Page
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9-56 Redmond School District No.2J Bond.............._................
Daly,Mike ...................... Page
Duncan,Judy .................................:...........................
Ray, Robert.._.....................................:........: - -
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Unger,Alan.........................................................._.......................................
Voting Information ..................................:.
Drop Site Locations...............................................
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Voting Information
Registering to Vote
To be eligible to vote in the May 20, 2008 Primary
Election, a completed voter registration card must be
postmarked by Tuesday,April 29,2008.
To Register To Vote In Oregon,You,Must Be:
1. A resident of Oregon. Make sure you have completely
2. A United States citizen. filled in the oval next to your choices.
3. At least 1.8 years old by election day.
You Must Update Your Registration It:
1. Your residence or mailing address changes. _
2. Your name changes. .�
3. You wish to change your party affiliation.
Important Note: If you have moved or your name has
changed and you have not yet updated your registra If you vote for more candidates than
tion,you are still eligible to vote.Contact the Deschutes allowed, or if you vote both Yes and No on
County Elections office, 541-388-6547 for further infor- a measure, it is called an overvote.
mation.
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with a pencil or pen(black or blue ink). a you make a mistake
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— you make a mistake
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Remember, if stated on your ballot, vote
both sides of your ballot.
9-3 Voting Information
Drop Site Locations
Bend
Deschutes Service Center Redmond City Hall
1300 NW Wall St 716 SW Evergreen Ave
Box located on Parkway side of building May 5—May 19:"8 am -5 pm
Available 7 days a week (Usual Business Hours& Days)"
Election Day,Tuesday, May 20: open until 8 pm Election Day,Tuesday,May 20: 8 am - 8 pm
Drive-By Drop Site Sisters
Corner of Wall St and Lafayette Ave Sisters City Hall
(Parking Area) 520 E Cascade Ave
Friday, May 16: 8 am—6 pm May 5—May 19: 8 am -5pm
Monday, May 19: 7 am - 6 pm (Usual Business Hours & Days)
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 7 am -8 pm Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 8 am - 8 pm
Deschutes County Road Department Sunriver
61150 SE 27th St Drive-By Drop Site
Available 7 days a week Sunriver Area Public Library
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: open until 8 pm Sunriver Business Park
56855 Venture Ln
La Pine Friday, May 16: 8 am - 5 pm
Drive-By Drop Site Monday, May 19: 8 am—6 pm
La Pine Public Library Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 8 am -8 pm
16425 First St
tat St& Huntington Rd Terrebonne — New Location
Friday&Monday, May 16 & 19: 8 am -6 pm Terrebonne Sheriff Substation
Election Day,Tuesday, May 20: 8 am -8 pm 8154 11th St, Suite 3
Friday& Monday, May 16& 19:
Redmond 8 am - 1 pm and 2 pm - 5 pm
Drive-By Drop Site Election Day,Tuesday, May 20:
Redmond Public Library 8 am - 1 pm and 2 pm 8 pm
827 SW Deschutes Ave
Friday, May 16: 8 am—6 pm
Monday, May 19: 8 am—6 pm
Election Day,Tuesday, May 20: 8 am -8 pm
County Clerk's office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 7 am to 8 pm
1300 NW Wall St, Upper Floor, Bend— Privacy Booths Provided
Remember!
All ballots must be received at a drop site or the Deschutes County
Clerk's Office no later than 8 pm, Election Day, Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Postmarks Do Not Count!
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9-4 Drop Site.Locations
Measure 9-55 Deschutes County 911 County Service District
Currently, an average of six 911 dispatchers per shift answer
, approximately 938 calls for service each day.The 911 dispatchers
c i rr l t are trained and certified emergency medical dispatchers, giving
emergency medical instructions to callers until the emergency
personnel arrive at the scene. In addition to these emergency
3 o EI s calls,Deschutes County 911 also answers and processes all non-
�g -Jg —p emergency calls for service.
$ The 911 Service District's current'taxin
r - ' g authority is tax base
R , 13 a ''1 � y of$0.16 per$1000, passed by the voters in 1994,as reduced by
Measure 50 in 1997.Afouryear operating levy expired in July 2007,
miiSr� d#- '� f9fxtutt¥swhich has left a significant shortfall in the budget. Approval of this
measure would allow 911 to raise revenue to continue operations at
current levels,provide space for additional dispatchers,and make
> Nfi ` 'ft dfaufeat+On° 'technology improvements to enhance efficiency of the public safety
Fghf r r` , t agencies within Deschutes County.
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° ear a 3 This five-year local option tax would expire at the end of fiscal
year 2012-2013.
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p If approved, the cost of this local option tax would be .23
f[7g , 13 cents per thousand dollars of assessed value. The tax impact
xmi( �� 1i4tf<l, = of this measure is $23 a year per$100,000 of assessed value.
In Deschutes County the average assessed value of a home is
$170,000.The average home would be assessed$39.10 per year
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for 911 services.
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Board of County Commissioners.)
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Explanatory Statement
Deschutes County 911 County Service District answers and
dispatches all calls for service for every police,fire and ambulance
department in the county.The 911 County Service District provides
this service to all county residents through the following entities,
Bend Fire Department
Deschutes County Rural fire Protection District#1 -
Bend Police Department -
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office - -
Redmond Police
Redmond Fire Department
Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District#2
La Pine Fire Department
Black Butte Ranch Police
Black Butte Fire Services -
Sunriver Police
Sunriver Fire Department
Sisters/Camp Sherman Fire District
Cloverdale Fire District
Oregon State Police
Crooked River Ranch,Fire Services
United States Forest Service ,
Oregon Department of Forestry
Bureau of Land Management
Airlife No arguments for or against
this measure were filed.
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9-5 res� Measu
Measure 9-56 Redmond School District No. 2J
and ADA access to schools. These upgrades would improve
student a safety and protect the community's assets.
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The$110 million bond would provide funds:
- To construct and equip a 1,400 seat high school at Elkhorn
a _ a and Canal that provides a long-term solution.The design
would incorporate small leaning communities and flexible
instructional spaces to increase student achievement.The
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cost would be$80 million.Hugh Hartman would return to
a middle school or aK-8 school
` = To construct and equip a 600 seat elementary school
at a cost of$20 million using the design of Vern Patrick
_ and Tom McCall Elementary Schools;the location to be
'tg` determined.This school would allow Evergreen's students
r { to be relocated to safe learning environments and provide
200 additional seats for growth.The community would be
asked to develop other uses for Evergreen. -
a f' To make$10 million in repairs and upgrades to the older
_ z schools.Repairs would improve fire and life/safety,
replace heating and electrical systems,improve energy
efficiency,provide ADA access,repair exterior and interior
r� surfaces and enhance learning environments.Details by
t ax school are available on the district's website.
This bond would add$1.55 per thousand to the tax roles.
However,the 1992 bond currently on the tax roll expires in
2009 decreasing the combined tax to$1.03 per thousand of
t assessed valuation.The average assessed valuation for homes
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in Redmond School Distract is$1451,000;this measure would
increase its taxes by$150 per year.The tax rate and cost would
t€ Y decrease over time as new development comes onto the tax rolls
to pay their share of this measure.
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(This information famished by Douglas R.Snyder,
Chief Operations Officer,Redmond School DisMct No.2J.) -
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Explanatory Statement
Acting on the,recommendation of a 35 member community
based task force that considered the input from more than 700
people;the Redmond School Board refers this bond measure.
The measure would fund solutions to overcrowding and to make
repairs protecting the community's investment.For the past 21 years,the school district has grown at an annual
3.9 percent rate,in the past ten years a 1,660 student increase. _
The City of Redmond's Comprehensive Plan targets 55,000
people by 2024.This growth will increase the student population
from 7,100 to 12,000.Redmond High School built in 1970 for
1,200 students'added classrooms in 1994 increasing capacity
to 1,500 students.Today the high school population is 2,100
students,in ten years another 780 students are projected.The
district's seven elementary schools have capacity for 3,100 -
students with 3,380 elementary students served.Both Elton
Gregory and Obsidian Middle schools are near capacity.
Built before 1970,seven of the district's twelve schools have
heating,electrical systems and building components designed
to last 30 years.Tumalo built in 1918,Evergreen in 1921 are
approaching 90 years of service.These seven schools were
constructed before building codes set standards for life/safety
9-6 1 Measures
Measure 9-56 Arguments
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With schools in the Redmond School District bursting at the seams, No tax dollars are better spent than those for education.
the Redmond School Board,appointed a 35 member Facilities Task I am urging you to vote for the$110 million bond measure for new
Force to look into solution for the high school. The task force schools on the May 20 ballot.Children are our future,and it's our
began fts work in the fall of 2007 and had members representing responsibility as a community to provide them the best education
a composite of our Redmond School District communities. Our possible.
ages range from 16 to 70+and we represent all income levels, The need for now schools has been created.by our
family types,and cultural backgrounds. enormous population growth id the past decade.After extensive
Redmond High School, the largest high school east of the Cas- studies of its facilities, the Redmond School District has defined
cades,has been severely overcrowded for years.Built in 1970 to the need for an additional high school, a new elementary school
accommodate 1,200 students, it now supports over 1,600 kids. and$10 million in repairs to aging school facilities.
Now with 10 the Hartman ca pus the high school accommodates nearly 2,100 For example,Redmond High School,built in 1970 with a capacity of
students. 1,200 students,has more than 2,000 students.To handle this extra
load,the school uses 10 portables adjacent to the school and the
Hartman campus.The package is a long-term solution to district
The Facilities Task Force spent hundreds of hours working on growth aimed at providing the community with a highly educated,
different options, representing different points of view. After 11 diverse potential workforce.
weeks of meetings,listening sessions,and community forums the The city is a dedicated partner in supporting the school
group arrived at a consensus. This consensus was brought to the district's efforts to provide quality education to Redmond's children.
Redmond School Board on February 13,2006. The State of Oregon does not mandate cities to plan for schools as
We truly feel this bond proposal is about our commitment to om- required infrastructure. We,on the other hand,recognize education
munity. It is about all of us as a diverse spectrum of citizens who as a gateway to better opportunities and quality of life. We need
care about what happens to ourday to day livability andthe overall family wage jobs and a vibrant work force that allows the middle
quality of life. and lower income families to not only survive,but thrive. The city
We spent much time talking about the economic challenges facing has reduced property tax rates four years in a row.And helped
many in our community and what a bond will mean-for all of us., identify and acquire property for new schools.
We are at a crossroads. Quality public schools are essential to our Although the school district estimates the initial cost of the measure
community to sustain economic growth and quality workforce. at$1.55 per$1,000 of assessed value, the effective rate will be
One of the first questions that new businesses look at before bring- $1.03 because the 1992 school construction bonds are retiring.
ing in jobs to a community is"How is your school system?' Please invest in our future, not only in education but to our com-
Each of us cares deeply about this community. What we choose munityas a whole.Remember,as paraphrase Thomas Jefferson,
now will impact our future. Please join us and vote yes. On behalf the people must be enlightened,and we do this with education.
of the Facilities Task Force: George Endicott,Redmond City Council President
Max Burns, RHS Student Tony Vandermeer, Redmond
Lance Brant,Tumalo
(This information furnished by George Endicott)
(This information furnished by Edward Boom.) -
The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the The printing Of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the
County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of
any statement made in the argument any statement made in the argument.
9-7 1 Measures
Measure 9-56 Arguments
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Why can't the Redmond School District just add on to the existing Redmond High School is the largest high school east of the
schools instead of building new ones? Cascades in Oregon. It was built in 1970 to accommodate 1200
The school administration, school board and bond committee students, and various additions have expanded that capacity to
have been asked this question many times and there are multiple nearly 1,500 students. However,the current enrollment exceeds
answers. 2,000 students.
Infrastructure is one. Even if a physical building site has room for They're crowded into 10.portables and the adjacent Hartman
an addition, the co(e facilities of the building usually cannot ac- campus.
oommodate more student traffic. - Eighty million dollars would construct a new 1,400-student high
At Redmond High School,for example,the student body has long school on the Elkhorn property south of town and provide growing
since outgrown the auditorium, and the commons area gets un- room and a much more conducive learning environment.This would
imaginably overcrowded at lunchtime.There's no way to widen the also allow the Hartman building to return as a third middle school
hallways to get students from one end of the building to another. or a K-8 school,as enrollment needs warrant.
Large student enrollment in a building means more pressure on The bonds would also provide funds for a new$20 million
the restrooms,the library,the administrative spaces,the bus lanes grade school. This facility would replace Evergreen elementary,
and the parking lots. built in 1921 as the original Redmond Union High School.
It just ends up not being cost effective. An architectural firm was tasked with identifying costs to renovate
As the community grows, the classrooms need to be built in the Evergreen. A 35 member community-represented facilities task
areas of new housing.Tom McCall and Vern Patrick schools have force has determined Evergreen would need nearly$21 million in
a very,large walk-in enrollment because of their locations. Ever- improvements to bring lt up to code and make it safe and energy
green,on the other hand,has a much larger portion of its students efficient.More than one-third of the school districts utilities costs go
arriving on buses. As the demographics of the community have directly to support Evergreen Elementary. It is more cost-effective
changed,fewer families with school-age children are living in the to serve a larger population with a new school.
core area. The other$10 million would provide for badly needed repairs to
Larger schools are not advantageous to a safe and healthy learning aging facilities throughout the district. Seven of the districts' 12
environment. Last year during the Redmond Education visioning schools were built prior to 1970.These older buildings have heating,
process,the administration listened to the public about its goals electrical and plumbing systems designed to last 30 years. Even
for education. One of those was smaller learning environments. though the district has budgeted for maintenance every year,costs
A high school of 1,400 students fits that vision much better than a have exceeded needed repairs.
school of 2,000 or 2,500. The need for these facilities has been created by our rapid growth,
Additional schools also provide more opportunities for participation especially in the past decade.Growthwill help pay for itself,because
in extra curricular activities.Whether you're talking about student as more homes and businesses come on to the tax roles,the lower
government,academic clubs, band, choir or athletics, it's all part the impact will be on each one of us.
of that smaller learning environment. - Please join me in voting YES for the future of our community.
Please join us in voting yes-for the sake of our grandchildren. Marilyn Warner,Tumalo
Spike and MaryAnn Durfee
Crooked River.Ranch -
(This information furnished by Marilyn Warner.)
(This information furnished by Spike and Mary Ann Dudee.) .
The pnnhng of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the The punting of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the
County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of
any statement made in the argument. any statement made in the argument.
9-8 Measures
Measure 9-56 Arguments
We are a committed group of your neighbors,friends, - - -
and family in the Redmond School District who strongly believe the
$110 million bond proposal is a cost-effective,long-term solution
to the overcrowding in the district.
Eighty million dollars will fund a new 1,400-student high
school, $20 million will provide a new 600-student elementary
school,and$10 million will be applied to expand current repairs in
the remainder of the schools. The School Board will appoint a citi-
zen's advisory group to provide oversight on Bond expenditures,
Please join us in investing in our future,quality educa-
tion,and our community as a whole. For a more complete list of "
supporters and endorsements,please log on to:www.voteyesrsd.
com
- Alan G.Unger Edward O.Prince Michael McIntosh
Chris Severin Cad Vertrees Barry Maroni Stanley Steele
Jim Erickson Katie Hammer Robert Chadwick
J.Patrick Higgins Ginger Vertrees Paul L.Rodby -
Ronald Munkres Cathy Miller Mike Schiel
Annette(Toni)Duff Tim Moor Amy Moor Jody Carrell
Linda Holland John Holland Edward Boero
Douglas Snyder Bill Dahl Jim Persing Kathy Persing
Loie Boero Stephen A.Herbert Diana Barker
Steve Buettner Toni Buettner
Michael Broderick,Broderick-Pierce&Leavitt
JoAnne Sutherland,Interim President/CPO Boys&Girls Clubs
of Central Oregon
(This information fumished by Edward Boero.)
The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the The printing of this atgument does not constitute an endorsement by the
County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the aocumcy or truth of County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of
any statement made in the argument any statement made in the argument -
9-9 1 Measures
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Robert Ray �� �, Y an Unger
}° Democrat
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SUBMITTED
Occupation:I
currently work m =`'
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the family business Auto Parts x=.ai' 2003-Present:
Mart in LaPine,Oregon - �' Elder Care Provider
Occupational Background: 2001 -Present:
Auto.Parts Mart,lapin OR; Mayor of Redmond
Casper College,Casper,WY;
Beaufort County,Beaufort,SC;United States Marine Corps
Educational Background:AA Criminal Justice Cas Occupational Background:
Casper WY Per College, 2001-2003 Community- Advocate/Central Oregon
Partnership.
1983-2001 Co-Owner-Central Oregon Paint Supply
Prior Governmental-Experience:NONE Redmond
1976-2001 Owner-A.Unger Contracting Redmond
As a small business owner I see the need for the BOCC to have 1973. .1976 Corrections Officer-Multnomah County Sheriff -
a variety of experience represented not one heavily laden with Educational Background:
developers. 2006: Luke Center Pacific Program
I think that a five member Board should be implemented to rap- An 8 day catalytic leadership program
resent all areas of the County, Sisters, Redmond, LaPine Bed 1968-1973 University of Portland
and an at large member. Bachelor of Science
For Deschutes County where app.30%of the registered voters 1964-1968 Redmond:High School
are unaffiliated or independent an effort should be made to al- Prior Governmental ent or-City
low those voters to have a voice in the selection of major party 2001 -Present Mayor-City of Redmond
canidates if they choose to support them. 2000--2001 Councilor-City of Redmond
1993-2000 Planning Commissioner
I currently haven't seen what 1 believe is the leadership required 1998-Present Member-Central Oregon Area Commission
to represent the people. •on Transportation
I'm tired of voting for the lesser of two evils. With the elevated r-Oregon- 2002-Present Member-Oregon Freight Advisory
turnouts seen in other States perhaps this is the turning point Committee
when the People take back the government. 2003-2006 Director-League of Oregon Cities
2005-Present Director-League of Oregon Cities
(This information lumished by Robert Ray) Foundation.
2007-Present Member-Governors Fiscal Reform
The above Information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Taskforce
I want to be your County Commissioner.
I will be sure your voice is heard and your questions are an-
swered-
Customer service is important to me. -
Deschutes is a healthy County that has experienced a lot of growth
and that will continue.
We all know this is a great place to live and need to be smart
about growth to protect our quality of life.
Growth needs to pay for its impacts.
_ - My top issues are:roads,.water,education,public transportation,
jobs,housing,balancing wildlife with recreation,less money com-
ing in to fund services and our quality of life.
I am already working on these issues from a city perspective and
I welcome the challenge of working on them for our county.
I have been Mayor of Redmond for the last seven years.
Under my leadership, Redmond has successfully planned and
acted to address growth,more industry,workforce housing and
buildable land. .
I have solved problems in Redmond; I will do the same for
Deschutes County.
I have worked with decisign makers at all levels of our government.)
believe now is the time for change.
- I will to listen to you to find ways to keep Deschutes County the
beautiful,liveable place you moved here to enjoy.
(This information lumished byA/an G.Unger.)
The above Information hea nol been varined for accuracy by the county.
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9-10 � Candidates
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Mike Daly Judy Duncan
Republican Republican
Occupation:Deschutes County Occupation: Business Owner
Commissioner 25 years including Frontier
'. Occupational Background: Cash and Carry, a lumberyard
1964-1973 Oregon State in Bend
Police Officer Consultant,Fundraiser for non-
. ,_. `- 1975-1978 Legal Investigator �° profit organizations:
&Pilot for Law Firm Commercial Office building Owner and manager
1978-1980 Realtor Southern Crossing Bridge Referendum Chair, Ex. Director
1980-1984 Construction Superintendent Bend Downtowners, Event Coordinator CORIL, Grant Man-
1984-2001 Owner/Operator,Mike Daly Excavation ager CORIL program, Coordinator St. Charles Heart inst.
2001 -.Present Deschutes County Commissioner Luau,Coordinator COCC Meal of the Year
Educational Background: - Occupational Background:
Graduate Culver High School
Umpqua Community College/ Police Science and English Educational Background:North Eugene HS,Attended Southern
Courses Oregon College, Completed COCC Small Business Manage-
COCC,-Real estate and Business Law Studies ment program,Continuing education:U of O Festival and Events
Prior Governmental Experience: Management program
8 years Oregon State Construction Contractor's Board Prior Governmental Experience: Juvenile Services Commis-
- Redmond Planning Commission sion,Blue Ribbon Committee for Sheriffs dept.Stable Funding
COIL Board, Heart of Oregon Corps board, COVA Board, COMMUNITY:Bend Chamber of Commerce:President,board of
Historical Society Board,Chair of Hospital Authority Board. . directors,Bend Chamber Citizen of the Year,President's Award,
Deschutes County Commissioner Volunteer of the Month
Children's Soccer Coach, Quota Club of Bend, Officer,
Mike Daly - - Developed"Century Club"of Bend which later became"School to
Republican Candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner Careei",Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Volunteer,25 years
I have been your Deschutes County Commissioner or a little over Chaired Committee to evaluate year round school
seven years. During that time I have gained valuable experience LES STILES,RETIRED DESCHUTES COUNTY SHERIFF
in allot the services Deschutes County Government Provides. In Deschutes County will face two critical issues in the next four
the next four years if 1 am re-elected,the Citizens of Deschutes years.Those issues are a very challenging economy and public
County will benefit from that experience. safety.Tough times require tough decisions,and Judy Duncan will
I consider myself a Fiscal Conservative and I am always looking for make sure that your hard-earned tax dollars are well spent.
ways the County can save money on a project. The re-model of JIM LEE,ADVOCATE FOR THE DISABLED
the Deschutes County Jail,a proposed forty million dollar project, Judy has a strong sense of purpose,always doing a quality job.
the ground water issue in South Deschutes County and finding She will work hard for the betterment of our community,will listen,
money for our County Road preservation projects are but a few be fiscally sound and will get results for us all.
of the issues that we need to deal with in the next four years. I LARRY KIMMEL,BEND,OR.
have the experience to deal with those issues. Judy Duncan has the intellect and desire to effectively serve as a
I have been known as the Commissioner who stands up for the Deschutes County Commissioner because of her passion for our
little guy. I am always available to help any Deschutes County community,business experience and communications skills.
Citizen who may be frustrated by the burocratic processes often I come into this race with a purpose:To see Deschutes County
found in local government. I happen to believe one of the reasons be financially healthy in order to maintain the quality of life we all
I was elected to this job was to represent the Citizens interests expect...now and 20 years from now. -
I will be honored to serve as your County Commissioner for I will be fair and steadfast in attending to the county's business.
another four years. . To learn more,visit my website:www.iudvduncan.com
(This information furnished by Michael M.Daly.) - (This information furnished by Judy Duncan.)
The above Information has not been verified for accuracy by are county.
The above Information has not been verified for accuracy by the county.
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RESULT OF"YES-VOTE ESTIMATE OF FINANCIAL IMPACT
"Yes"vote provides crime victims effective court processes to The direct financial impact to state and local governments is
enforce existing constitutional rights regarding participation, indeterminate because the impact depends on how often a v,ic-
restitution in criminal prose-utions/juvenile delinquency pro- tim would choose to bring an enforcement action to protect
ceedings;authorizes implementing legislation. rights guaranteed under section 42,Article l of the Oregon
Constitution,but denied by the court,district attorney or other
public agency.These additional challenges could arise before a
RESULT OF"NO"VOTE criminal case is filed,after a case is filed,and after the entry of a
final judgment in a criminal case.Actions could be pursued in
"No"vote retains provisions giving crime victims specified cases involving person and property crimes in violation,
constitutional rights in prosecutions/juvenile delinquency misdemeanor and felony cases,and the victim could file an
proceedings,but denying victims effective court processes to enforcement action more than one time in a single case.Some
enforce these rights. cases involve multiple victims,each of whom could bring an
individual enforcement action.The measure authorizes the leg-
- islature to enact laws providing detailed procedures forclaims
SUMMARY by victims,including the establishment of reasonable limita-
Amends Oregon Constitution.Current constitution gives crime tions on the time allowed victims to asserttheir rights and
victims specified rights in criminal prosecutions/juvenile delin- prescribing procedures for appeal.Legislation providing such
quency proceedings(including rights to:be present during procedures and limitations could change the direct costs of this
specified proceedings,refuse defendants'discovery`requests, measure.Direct costs may also be impacted by the degree of
receive restitution,obtain transcripts,consult about specified change in the current practice of restitution orders and pay-
plea negotiations),but constitution denies victims effective ment,how many new victims are identified bythe court,and
processes for enforcing these rights in court.Measure provides the number of challenges that are appealed to a higher court.
victims shall have remedy by due course of law for violations of
these constitutional rights.Measure provides victims may - -
assert claim based on these rights in pending cases or,absent
pending case,by mandamus.Authorizes legislature to enact
implementing legislation.Measure does not allow victims to
obtain compensation,invalidate an accusatory instrument,
conviction or adjudication,terminate acriminal or juvenile
delinquency proceeding,orsuspend such proceeding if
suspension would violate defendant's constitutional rights.
Other provisions.
(c)The Legislative Assembly may provide by law for
Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State further effectuation of tat provisions of this subset-
of Oregon: tion,including authorization for expedited and
interlocutory consideration of claims for relief and the
PARAGRAPH t Section 42,Article I of the Constitution of establishment of reasonable limitations on the time
the State of Oregon,is amended to read: allowed for bringing such claims.
Sec.42.(1)To preserve and protect the right of crime vic- (d)No claim for a right established in this section
tims to justice,to ensure crime victims a meaningful role in the shall suspend a criminal or juvenile delinquency pro-
,
criminal and juvenile justice systems,to accord crime victims ceeding if such suspension would violate a right of a
due dignity and respect and to ensure that criminal and juve- criminal defendant guaranteed by this Constitution or
nile court delinquency Proceedings are conducted to seek the the Constitution of the United States.
truth as to the defendant's innocence or guilt,and also to {41b -
ensure that a fair balance is struck between the rights of crime Pon the victim's request the prosecuting attor.
victims and the rights of criminal defendants in the course and ney,in the attorney's discretion,may assert and enforce
conduct of criminal and juvenile court delinquency right established in this section.
the following rights are hereby granted to victims in all (5)Upon the filing by the prosecuting attorney of an
prosecutions for crimes and in juvenile court delinquency affidavit setting forth cause,a court shall suspend the
proceedings: - rights established in this section in any case involving
(a)The right to be present at and,upon specific request,to be organized crime or victims who are minors.
informed in advance of any critical stage of the proceedings 101(6)As used in this section:
held in open court when the defendant will be present, oils c and to
be heard at the pretrial release hearing and the sentencing or e c"Convicted criminal"includes a youth offender injuve-
juvenilecourt delinquencydisposition; ourt delinquency proceedings: -
(b)The right,upon request,to obtain information about the (b)"Criminal defendant"includes an alleged Youth offender
conviction,sentence,imprisonment,criminal history and in juvenile court delinquency proceedings.
future release from physical custody of the criminal defendant (c)"Victim"means any person determined by the prosecut-
or convicted criminal and equivalent information regarding the ing attorney or the court to have suffered direct financial,
alleged youth offender or youth offender; psychological or physical harm as a result of a crime and,in the
(c)The right to refuse an interview,deposition or other case of a victim who is a minor,the legal guardian of the minor.
discovery request by the criminal defendant or other person [fn the event thatno person has been detertninedto be a victim
acting on behalf of the criminal defendant provided,however, of the crime,the people of Oregon,represented by the Prose-
that nothi ng in th is paragraph shall restrict any other constitu- cuing attorney,are considered to be the victims.In no event is
tional right of the defendant to discovery against the state; it intended that the criminal defendant be considered the
victim.]
(d)The right to receive prompt restitution from the convicted
criminal who caused the victim's loss or injury; (d)"Violent felony"means a felony in which there was actual
or threatened serious physical injury to a victim or a felony
(e)The right to have a copy of a transcript of anycourt pro- sexualoffense..
ceeding in open court,if one is otherwise prepared;
(7)M the event that no person has been determined to
(f)The right to be consulted,upon request,regarding plea be a victim of the crime,the people of Oregon,repre-
negotiations involving any violent felony;and . ssnted by the prosecuting attorney,are considered to
(g)The right to be informed of these rights as soon as be the victims.In no event is it intended that the erimi.
practicable. nal defendant be considered the victim.
(2)This section applies to all criminal and juvenile court E&RASIRAPH2 The amendment proposed by this
delinquency proceedings pending or commenced on or after resolution shall be submitted to the people for their
the effective date of this section.Nothing in this section approval or rejection at a special election hold through-
reduces acriminal defendant's rights under the Constitution of out this state on the some date as the next primary
election.
the.United States.Except as otherwise specifically provided,this section supersedes any conflicting section of this NOTE:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and
Constitution.Nothing in this section is intended to create any italic]type indicates deletions or comments.'
cause of action for compensation or damages nor may this sec-
tion be used to invalidate an accusatory instrument,[ruling ofa - -
court,]conviction or adjudication or otherwise[suspend or]
terminate any criminal or juvenile delinquency proceedings at
any point after the case is commenced or on appeal.Except as
otherwise provided in subsections(3)and(4)of this sea
tlon,nothing in this section may be used to invalidate a - -
ruling of a court or to suspend any criminal or juvenile
delinquency proceedings at any point after the came is
commenced.
43)(a)Every victim described in paragraph(c)of sub.
section(B)of this section shall have remedy by due
course of law for violation of a right established in this -
section.
(b)A victim may assert a claim for a right established
In this section In a pending case,by a mandamus pro-
ceeding H no case is pending or as otherwise provided -by law. -
Section 42 of Article 1(the Bill of Rightsyof the Oregon -
Constitution establishes rights of crime victims in adult crimi-
nal and juvenile delinquency cases,Those rights include,
among others,the right to be present and to be heard at critical -
stages in the case,to obtain information aboutthe defendant or
alleged juvenile offender,to refuse to be interviewed bythe
defendant or alleged juvenile offender,to obtain a transcript of
certain court cases and,upon request,to be consulted about
plea negotiations in certain cases. -
Currently,victims cannot enforce effectively any of the rights
established in section 42 because section 42 providesthat
assertion of a victim's rights cannot invalidate a court ruling or
suspend a case.Thus,victims cannot appeal from or otherwise
challenge aruling of a court denying any of their section 42 -
rights,and the constitution prevents the legislature from pro-
viding victims effective procedural rights by statute.
HJR 49 amends section 42 of Oregon's Bill of Rights.Under -
the measure,victims could individually seek remedies for vio-
lations of section 42"by due course of law."Victims of crime
could challenge a ruling of a court denying the victim a right -
secured forthe victim by section 42.To effectuate their rights -
under section 42,the measure allows victims to seek a delay in
an adult criminal or juvenile delinquency case.Victims could
pursue remedies in the criminal drjuvenile delinquency case if -
one is pending or,if no such case is pending,could initiate a- -
caseoftheirown.If the victim and the district attorney agreed,
the district attorney could enforce the victim's section 42 rights. - - -
The measure authorizes the legislature to enact statutes pro-
viding the details of victlm$'remedial processes,including
reasonable limitations on the time allowed for filing claims and
the circumstances in which appeals are allowed.
. -
Inprosecutionsinvolvingorganizedcrime,some victims
may also be coconspirators.In other cases,children who are
victims of crime may be subject to manipulation by the
amused.The measure provides that in eithertype of case - -
prosecutors may seeks court order suspending the rights
secured by section42. -
The measure continues the current provision of section 42
that prevents a recovery of money damages for violation of
victim's rights,and the current provision that prevents an
assertion of a victim's rights from i nvalidating an accusatory -
instrument,conviction or adjudication,or from terminating any
criminal or juvenile delinquency case at any point after the case
begins.The measure also provides that no claim for a right - - -
established in section 42 shall suspend a criminal orjuvenile
delinquency case if suspension would violate a right of a -
defendant or alleged youth offender guaranteed by the
Oregon Constitution or United States Constitution.
(This impartial statement explaining the measure"s provided bythe
2007Legislaturs.)
a n $ s
' Section 42 of Article l of the Oregon Constitution establishes Fellow Oregonians:
rights of crime victims.Ballot Measure 51 relatesto enforce- I encourage you to vote"yes"on Measure 51 in order to
mentof Section 42 rights including the rightstobe present at. strengthen the rights of crime victims.
critical stages in the prosecution of an offender,to be heard at
sentencing,to receive prompt restitution for loss or injury and In 1999,1 led the effort to adopt measures to give crime victims
to be consulted about plea negotiations.Currently,victims certain rights.These were to balance a system which focused
cannot individually enforce these rights. so much on the rights of the criminal defendant that the actual
Ballot Measure 51 would empower victims individually to victim was almost forgotten.One such reform was the adop-
seek remediesfor violations of their Section 42 rights.Victims tion of a constitutional amendment which gave crime victims:
can assert and enforce their rights or ask prosecutorsto assert the right t be present attrial and to be notified of
and enforce their rights;prosecutors can decline,leaving Vic- Important be at pings
tims free to do so.In cases involving organized crime or victims • the right to be heard at sentencing ncingprocedings
' who are minors,Ballot Measure 51 allows prosecutors with • the right to prompt r s sentencing proceedings
cause to believe the victim's rights would impair effective pros- • the right to prompt restitution
ecution to have a court suspend the rights. • the right to be consulted about plea negotiations
involving any violent felony charge.
Ballot Measure 51 authorizes the legislature to enact detailed Voters approved this amendment by a wide margin 1n
laws for enforcing Section 42 rights,including reasonable limi- November 1999.
tations on thetime allowed for claims and the circumstances in
which expedited appeals are allowed Until the legislature We have since seen major changes in how crime victims are
exercises this authority,victims can assert their constitutional. treated.Generally,these victims'rights have been respected by
rights in a pending criminal case or,if no such case is pending, the courts.
by initiating a lawsuitto compel public officialsto respect their
rights. Unfortunately,some courts have tailed to fully respect victims'
rights,and some criminal defense lawyers have tried to"use"
Ballot Measure 51 provides that a victim's claim for a crime victims'rights as a leverto help criminal defendants,by
Section 42 right can invalidate a court's ruling or suspend a raising procedural issues underthe pretense of"protecting"
criminal orjuvenile delinquency proceeding if such suspension victims'rights. -
would not violate a right of a criminal defendant or alleged
youth offender guaranteed bythe Oregonor United States 'Measure 5l will help address these problems
Constitutions. First,it specifically grants crime victimsthe legal authorityto
Ballot Measure 51 continues current provisions of the - use the courts,and to appeal,to enforce their rights.
Oregon Constitution preventing recovery of money damages Second,it makes itclear that criminal defendants do not get to
forviolation of a victim's rights,and preventing victim's claims use victims'rights as a leverto"game"the justice system.
from invalidating an indictment or other accusatory instru-
ment,conviction or adjudication,or from terminating any This Measure has broad bipartisan support.
criminal or juvenile delinquency proceeding at any point after Please vote"yes"on Measure 51 to better protect crime -
the case is commenced oronappeal. victims'rights.
Committee Members: Appointed by: Sincerely,
Senator Floyd Prozanski President of the Senate Kevin Mannix
Representative Wayne Krieger Speaker of the House
Representative Greg Macpherson Speaker of the House (This information furnished by Kevin L.Mannix,.Kevin L.Mannix,P.C.).
- This space purchased for$500 in accordance with ORS 251.255.
(This Joint Legislative Committee was appointed to provide the The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by
legislative argument in support of the ballot measure pursuant to, the State of Oregon,nor dbes the state warrant the accuracy or truth of
ORS 251.245.) any statement made in the argument.
MEASURE 51 ESTABLISHES REAL RIGHTS
FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME
Section 42 of the Oregon Constitution's Bill of Rights estab-
lishes rights of crime victims.These rights include,among
others,the right to be present at critical stages in the criminal
case or juvenile proceeding,to consult with prosecutors about
certain plea negotiations,and tobe heard at the criminal sen-
tencing orjuvenile case disposition.
You might think victims denied these and other rights pro-
vided bythe.Oregon Constitution could go to court to enforce
their rights—but you would be wrong.Currently victims -
cannot individually enforce any of their Section 42
rights.
A right without a remedy is an illusory right.A"yes"vote on
Measure 51 will allow victims to seek remedies"by due course
of law"for violations of their constitutional rights.A-yes-
vote will make the constitutional rights of victims real.
- MEASURES I STRIKES A FAIR BALANCE Please join Crime Victims United,Mothers Against Drunk
IN THE CRIMINAL/JUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEMS Drivi ng and Parents of Murdered Children,by voting:
Measure5l is carefully drawn to make vietims'rights _ YES on Measures 51 and 52
enforcement consistent with an accused's constitutional rights
and with the orderly progress of a criminal or juvenile case.The (This information furnished by Steve Doell,Crime Victims United,
measure Mothers Against Drunk Driving,Parents of Murdered Children.)
-permits victim rights enforcement to suspend temporarily This space purchased for$500 in accordance with ORS 251.255.
The printing ofthis argumentdoes notconstitute anendorsement by
a criminal or juvenile proceeding if consistent with an the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of
accused's speedy trial or other constitutional rights; any statement made in the argument.
--continues current constitutional provisions that prevent
avictim's rights violation from invalidating an accusatory , �
instrument or a convict ion,terminating a criminal or juvenile - j - 't
proceeding,or creating a right to recover money damages. a Compared to victims rights laws enacted across the US and
MEASURE 51 WILL PROVIDE REAL RIGHTS FOR the globe,Oregon's current laws fall far short of �-
GENERATIONS OF VICTIMS excellent.
Measure 51 authorizes the legislature to establish by law the True,our rig hts in the justice system are comprehensive.
detai is of implementing the measure but provides remedies for They meet the fundamental needs of victims to be
victims until the legislature acts.The measu re will thus form an informed,present,and heard at critical stages in the
historic,enduring foundation for Oregonians today and in the prosecution thei r accused offenders.
years ahead to realize the rights the Oregon Constitution grants -
themiftheyarevictimsofcrime. True,too,they are enshrined in our constitution-just like
rights long accorded the accused.
Iurge you to join mein supporting
eneral ng Measure SL And the existence ofthese rights has fostered better
Attorney General Hardy Myers treatment of victims by justice officials statewide.
(Thisinformation furnishedbyllardyMyers.) And it's true that our rights are voluntarily honored most of
This space purchssed for 5500 in accordance with ORS 257.255. the time.But not always.That is the grave injustice
Theprinting ofthis argument does notconstitute an endorsementby Measure 51 will put to an end..
the State of Oregon,nordoes the state warrant the accuracy or truth of Today,if a victim is denied the right to be consulted ov er a plea,
anystafementmade in theargumenL or is barred from the courtroom,or is denied the right to speak
at sentencing,there is no way to undo the wrong.Such peo-
ple are now twice victimized-first by the offender,now
€ by our own justice system.Sadly,this injustice was created
Crime Victims United,Mothers Against Drunk Driving and on purpose-thevery amendments laying out our rights forbid
Parents of Murdered Children urge you to VOTE YES on courts from undoing any violation ofthose rights.
Ballot Measures 51 and 52. Measure 5f,if approved,will finally give victims the
We ask you to help us complete a 25-year quest forcrime right to protest any violation of their rights and,when the
victims'rights: courts agree with them,they can make the case step back and
• The rightto be reasonably redo the proceeding where the violation occurred-with the
g y protected from the defendant full
• The rightto refuse to be interviewed by the defendant's � . victim's rights fully protected.
investigator or lawyer True,victims must raise their objections in a timely way
• The right to be informed of hearings - because in our constitutional system,there is no turning back
• The rightto be consulted regarding plea negotiations once an offender is found guilty and sentenced.But until that
• The right to be present in court - point,victim justice is finally guaran teed.
• The right to be heard at To further insure our rights are honored,our• The righttoobtain infoo Department of rmation about the offender's
criminal history Justice has already put in place an educational and compliance
• The right to prompt restitution - system.Also,the justice system is contemplating user-friendly
procedures for enforcing our rights ifthese measures are
From the state'sestablishment through the early 1980's,crime adopted. -
victims in Oregon had no rights in statutory law or in the - Give us real rights.Oregon Constitution.In 1996 the voters of Oregon established 9 Support Measure 51.
crime victims'rights in statutory law.In 1999 voters established (This information furnished by Jahn H.Stein,International Organization
crime victims'rights in the Oregon Constitution. - for Victim Assistance.) -
But in 2008,crime victims in Oregon still do not have standing - This space purchased forf500 in accordance with ORS 251.255..
to appeal when their rights are violated. Theprinting ofthis argumentdoes notconstitute anendorsementby
the State of Oregon,nordoes the state warrant the accuracy or truth of
Measures 51 and 52 will give crime victims enforceable rights. anystatementmede in theargument.
Crime Victims United,Mothers Against Drunk Driving,and
Parents of Murdered Children have seen the difficulties crime -
victimsfaceinthecriminaljusticesystem.We strongly support
these measures.
Measures 51 and 52 received unanimous support from the
Oregon House and Senate.They have the support of law - -
enforcement.
Now we ask for your support through your vote;to make crime -
victims'rightsenforceable. -
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=11 mustrelyonprosecutorstoenforcetheirconstitutionaIrights-
" a design susceptible to confI icts of interest.Measure 51 gives
I am a Law Professor in Oregon and Director of the National victims legal standing to independently enforce their
Crime Victim Law Institute.As one of the nation's leading legal constitutional rights.
experts on crime victims law,I urge you to VOTE YES on Ballot
Measures 51 and 52.These measures are designed to change Appellate review provides uniform application of the
what are now illusory crime victims'rights into real and law.Oregon's Court of Appeals and Supreme Court provide
enforceable crime victims rights. clarityas to the meaning of the Constitution and the application
of the law.Decisions by these appellate level courts must be
Right now the victim's rights already in the Oregon followed by circuitcourts throughout the state.Currently,cir-
Constitution cannot beenforced.ln particular,provisions deny- cuit court decisions related to crime victims'rights cannot be
ing stays and the language preventing judicial review of any appealed by victims.Asa result,constitutional provisions can
ruling involving victims'rights make unavailable the traditional be interpreted differently by different courts with no opportu-
rights enforcement.Such traditional rights enforcement prlce- nity to seek review by higher courts.The result can be
dures accompany other constitutional rights,but not crime inequitable treatment from courtroom to courtroom with no
victims'rights.Whatthis means is that victims'rights are rights opportunity for recourse.Ballot Measure 51 will ensure that the
without remedy.Rights without remedy goes against long- most complicated cases can be appealed to and decided by the
standing legal and constitutional tradition.In our American appellate court system.
legal tradition;rights are accompanied by remedies.Ballot
Measures 51 and 52 wilhplace victims rights within the Ballot Measure 51 ensures victims equitable treatment
American tradition of enforceable rights with remedy. and a meaningful role in the criminal justice system.
In providing enforcement for violation of victims'rights, fThisinformation furnished by Kevin Neely,Oregon DistrictAttomeys,
Measures 51 and 52 also grantthe legislature authority to Association./
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procedures can be modified when needed to ensure that any statement made in the argument
victims'rights are enforced.With the constitution already pro-
vi dingrights,with the passage of Measures 51 and 52 the _ _
leg islatu re wiII be able to see to it that those constitutional _ - _
rights can be efficiently enforced in the courts: - - .4 - ,
Throughout the years,Oregonians have been strong sup- JOIN OREGON'S LAW ENFORCEMENT LEADERS -
Vote M on Ballot Measure 51 .
porters of crime victims'civi l rights.What is needed now to
achieve meaningful,enforceable rights is the passage of - The members of the Oregon Association Chiefs of Police urge.
Measures 51 and 52.Bath Houses of the Oregon Legislature you tovoteYES on Ballot Measure 51.
voted unanimouslyto refer these two measures to the people Overthe past decade,Oregonians and the legislative process
and l urge you to join them in voting YES on Ballot Measures 51 have taken important steps to insure that the needs ofcrime
and 52. victims are considered by our judicial system and that their -
Douglas E.Beloof- voices are heard.As law enforcement leaders in the State of
Professor of Law Oregon,we see the harm and pain that crime victims experi-
Director,National Crime Victim Law Institute ence on a daily basis.We strongly believe thattheir stories and
'perspectives play a critical role in our criminal justice system.
!This information furnished by Douglas E.Beloof,National Crime victim Above all,we believe that the rights of crime victims should be
Lawlnstitute.l - fu I I ya nforceable in the co urts.Itis not suffici ant toprovidevic-
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Theprinting ofthisargumentdoesnotconstitutean endorsememby real remedy when their rights are violated.
the State of Oregon,nordoes theaters warrant the accuracy or truth of
any statement made in the argument As presently written,the Oregon Constitution provides rights
for crime victims but doesn't provide recourse when these
important rights are violated.Ballot Measure 51 will insure that,
the rights we offer to victims in Oregon are meaningful and
real.Ballot Measure 51 will give judges the authoritythey need
OREGON DISTRICT ATTORNEYS ASSOCIATION to enforce the rights of crime victimsthe way otherconstitu
SUPPORTS MEASURE 57 tional rights are enforced.Just as the rights of defendants are
honored by the criminal justice system,so too should the rights
Measure 57 provides needed tools for enforcing crime of victims.
victims'rights.Between 1996 and 2000,Oregonians enacted
important Constitutional amendments that provide rights to The Oregon House of Representatives and Oregon State
victims ofcrime.These rights ensure victims are not revictim- Senate voted unanimously to refer Ballot Measure 51 to you,
ized by the criminal justice system and include the right to the voters.Such bipartisan agreement testifies to the common
he present at the trial,the right to restitution,the right to be - sense nature ofthis important proposal.Please join Oregon's.
heard at the sentencing hearing,and-the right to knowwhen police chiefs in supporting this vital measure to secure the
offenders are released from custody.Unlike other rights and enforcement of crime victim's rights. _
privileges in Oregon's Constitution,ifcrime victims are denied We urge you to vote YES on Ballot.Measure 511
these rights they may not appeal to the Oregon.Supreme Court.
Measure 51 makes crime victims'rights enforceable in the state- !This information furnished by Kevin Campbell,Oregon Association
appellate system. . Chiefs ofPolice.l "
Effective prime victims'fights improve the criminal jus- This space purchased for$500 in accordance with ORS 251.265.
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resourcesto victims.These units dohs provide.legal services anystetementmade in the argument
to victims.Prosecutors represent the public interest in criminal
proceedings,not victims.Under the current system,victims -
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Crimevictimsdeserveourrespecrandthebestourstate
laws can provide.That's why we urge you to join us in
supporting Ballot Measures 51 and 52.
We have all served on the House Judiciary Committee -and understand the importance of victims'rights in the
Oregon Constitution.Under the current language.in the con- - -
stitution,these rights are often empty promises because they
are unenforceable.
The Oregon Legislature voted unanimously to refer
Measures 51 and 52 to the ballot so those pre-existing rights
could be enforced.We were proud to join ou r colleagues i n
approving these measures."Yes- on Measure 51 and election
unofficial e�ee
52 will give victims in Oregon the same rights as those t
'in other states and similar provisions as federal law.
We're talking about a victim's right to be protected from _ results starting at
harm and be involved in the court process,to participate in plea 8prn on May 20th'
bargains,and to get restitution.Perhaps the most important Y -
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These measures not only allow courts to act immediately -
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improve the process.Finally,and importantly,this law does -
not conflict with the constitutional rights of criminal
defendants;al l the defendants'rights are preserved.
Oregon-is one of handful of states with constitutional rig hts
for cri me victims that can't be enforced,With your support - -
for Ballot Measures 51 and 52,crime victims will be
able to exercise and enforce their rights.With your"Yes"
vote our victims'.rights laws will be among the most -
progressive and effective in the country.
We would appreciate your support!
State Representative Linda Flores-Beavercreek,Boring,
Clackamas,Damascus,Estacada,Oregon City.
State Representative Kim Thatcher-Ke!zer,Newberg,St.Paul -�
State Representative Gene Whisnant-LaPine,Redmond,
Sisters,Sunriver,Tumalo.
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RESULT OF"YES"VOTE ESTIMATE OF FINANCIAL IMPACT -
"Yes"vote provides crime victims court processes to enforce The direct financial impact to state and local governments is
existing constitutional rights regarding protection from 'indeterminate because of the uncertainty of how many victims
offenders throughout criminal prosecutionsruvenile "choosetobringan enforcement action to protect rightsguaran-
delinquency proceedings;authorizes implementing legislation.. teed under section 43,Article l of the Oregon Constitution,but
denied by the court,district attorney or other public agency.
The cost of this measure could increase the number of pretrial
RESULT OF"NO"VOTE release hearings and increase the number.of criminal
"No"vote retains provisions giving crime victims specified defendants held and the length of incarceration before,during
constitutional rights in prosecutions(uvenile delinquency or after trials.Current provisions of the constitution establish a
proceedings,but denying crime victims effective court victim's right to be reasonably protected from the defendant
processes to enforce these rights. i duringdhe criminal justice process,including pretrial detention
of a criminal defendant.Current constitutional provisions
require that there shall be no tail for a defendant accused of a
SUMMARY violentfelony where the defendant is a danger to the victim or
others.Few of these criminal defendants awaiting trial are
Amends Oregon Constitution.Current constitution gives crime currently released,so the number of cases affected by this
victims specified rights in criminal prosecutions/juvenile measure may be minimal.The measure authorizes the
delinquency proceedings(including rights to:protection from legislature to enact laws providing detailed procedures for
offenders,have pre-trial release decisions based on principles claims by victims,including the establishment of reasonable
of protect ion,have release prohibited under specified limitations on the time allowed victims to assert their rights
circumstanced,but constitution denies crime victims and prescribing procedures for appeal.Legislation providing
processes for enforcing these right€in court.Measure provides such procedures and limitations could change the direct costs
victims shall have remedy by due course of law forviolations of of this measure.
these constitutional rights.Measure provides victims may
assert claim based on these rights in pending cases or,absent
'pending case,by mandamus.Authorizes legislature to enact
implementing legislation.Measure does not allow victims to
obtain compensation,invalidate an accusatory instrument,
conviction or adjudicat ion,terminate a criminal or juvenile
delinquency proceeding,or suspend such proceeding it _
suspension would violate defendant's constitutional rights.
Other provisions. -
(5)(a)Every victim described in paragraph(a)of
subsection(3)of this section shall have remedy by due
Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State course of law for violation of a right established in this
of Oregon: I section.
PARAGRAPH 1.Section 43,Article I of the Constitution of (b)A victim may assert a claim for a right established
the State of Oregon,is amended to read: in this section in a pending case,by a mandamus
Sec.43.(1)To ensure that a fair balance is struck between proceeding if no case.is pending or as otherwise
the rights of crime victims and the rights of criminal defendants provided by law.
in the course and conduct of criminal proceedings,the (c)The Legislative Assembly may provide by law for
following rights are hereby granted to victims in all further effectuation of the provisions of this
prosecutions for crimes: subsection,including authorization for expedited and
(a)The right to be reasonably protected from the criminal interlocutory consideration of claims for relief and the -
defendantortheconvictedcriminalthroughoutthecriminal establishment of reasonable limitations on the time
justice process and from the alleged youth offender or youth allowed for bringing such claims.
offender throughout the juvenile delinquency proceedings. (d)No claim for a right established in this section
(b)The right to have decisions bythe court regarding the shall suspend a criminal or juvenile delinquency
pretrial release of a criminal defendant based upon the proceeding if such a suspension would violate a right of
principle of reasonable protection of the victim and the public, a criminal defendant or alleged youth offender
as well as the likelihood that the criminal defendant will appear guaranteed by this Constitution or the Constitution of
for trial.Murder,aggravated murder and treason shall not be the United States.
bailable when the proof is evident or the presumption strong (6)In the event that no person has been determined to
that the person is guilty.Other violent felonies shall not be be a victim of the crime,the people of Oregon,
bailable when a court has determined there is probable cause represented by the prosecuting attorney,are
to believe the criminal defendant committed the crime,and the considered to be the victims.In no event is it Intended
court finds,by clear and convincing evidence,that there is that the criminal defendant be considered the victim.
danger of physical injury or sexual victimization to the victim or
members of the public by the criminal defendant while on PARAGRAPH 2.The amendment proposed by this
release. - resolution shall be submitted to the people for their
approval or rejection at a special election held
(2)This section applies to proceedings pending or throughout this state on the same date as the next
commenced on or after the effective date of this section. primary election.
Nothing in this section abridges any right of the criminal
defendant guaranteed by the Constitution of the U nited States, NOTE:Boldfaced type indicates new language;]brackets and
including the rights to be represented by counsel,have counsel italic]type indicates deletions or comments.
appointed if indigent,testify,present witnesses,cross-examine
witnesses or present information at the release hearing.
Nothing in this section creates any cause of action for compen-
sation or damages nor may this section be used to invalidate
an accusatory instrument;[ruling of a court,]conviction or
adjudication or otherwise[suspend or]terminate any criminal
or juvenile delinquency proceeding at any point after the case
is commenced or on appeal.Except as otherwise provided.
in paragraph(b)of subsection(4)of this section and in -
subsection(5)of this section,nothing in this section -
may be used to invalidate a ruling of a court or to
suspend any criminal or juvenile delinquency proceed-
. ings at any point after the case is commenced.Except as
.,otherwise specifically provided,this section supersedes any -
conflicting section ofthisConstitution.
(3)As used in this section: -(a)"Victim"means any person determined by the
prosecuting attorney or the court to have suffered direct
financial,psychological or physical harm as a result of a crime
and,in the case of a victim who is a minor,the legal guardian of ,
-the minor.[in the event no person has been determined to be a
victim of the crime,.the people of Oregon,represented by the
prosecuting attorney,are considered to be the victims.In no -
event isit intended that the criminal defendant beconsidered the victim.]
(b)*Violent felony"means a felony in which there was actual _ -
orthreatenedseriousphysicalinjury toavictimorafelony
sexual offense.
(4)(a)The prosecuting attorney is the party authorized to
assertthe rights of the[victim and the]public established by -this section.
(b)Upon the victim's request,the prosecuting
attorney,in the attorbey's discretion,may seem and
enforce a right established in this section. .
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.Section 43 of Article I of the Oregon Constitution(the Bill of
Rights)establishes rights of crime victims in adult criminal and
juvenile delinquency cases.Section 43 establishes the right to
be reasonably protected from the accused throughout the adult
criminal and juvenile delinquency process and the rightto have
decisions by the court aboutthe pretrial release of the accused
based upon the principles of reasonable protection of the
victim and the public,and the likelihood thatthe accused will
appearfortfial.
Currently,victims cannot enforce effectively any of the rights
established in section 43 because section 43 provides that
assertion of a victim's rights cannot invalidate a court ruling or
suspend a case and because district attorneys are the only
parties to a case that have authority to assert the victim's
section 43 rights.Thus,victims cannot appear in court to assert
their section 43 rights and cannot appeal from or otherwise
challenge a ruling of a court denying any of their section 43
rights.The constitution prevents the legislature from providing
victims such procedural rights by statute.
HJR 50 amends section 43 of Oregon's Bill of Rights.Under
the measure,victims could individually seek remedies for
violations of section 43"by due course of law."Victims of
crime could challenge a ruling of a court denying the victim.a
right secured for the victim by section 43.To effectuate their
rights under section 43,the measure allows victimsto seek a
delay in an adult criminal orjuvenile delinquency case.Victims
could pursue remedies in the criminal orjuvenile delinquency
case if one is pending,or,if no such case is pending,could'
initiate a case of their own.If the victim and the district attorney
agreed,the district:attorney could enforce the victim's section -
43 rights.The measure authorizes the legislature to enact -
statutesprovidingthedetailsofvictims'remedial processes,
including reasonable limitations on the time allowed for filing _
claims and the circumstances in which appeals are allowed.
The measure continues the current provision of section 43
that prevents a recovery of money damages for violation of a
victim's rights,and the current provision that prevents an
assertion of a victim's rightsfrom invalidating an accusatory
instrument,conviction or adjudication,or from terminating any
criminal orjuvenile delinquency case at any point after the case
begins.The measure also provides that no claim for a right
established in section 43 shall suspend a criminal or juvenile
delinquencycase if suspension would violate a right of a
defendant or alleged youth offender guaranteed by the Oregon
Constitution or United States Constitution.-
(This impartial statementexplaining the measure was provided bythe
2007Lagislature.l
Section 43 of Article I of the Oregon Constitution establishes - Fellow Oregonians:
rights of crime victims.Ballot Measure 52 relates to enforce-
ment of Section 43 rights including the rights to be reasonably - Iask you to vote-yes"
further victimized 522 Oder too better
afters
protected from adult and juvenile offenders throughout the criminal victims
criminal justice process and to have court decisions about
pretrial release of criminal defendants based,in part,on rea- Measure 51,also on this ballot,protects crime victims in -
sonable protection of the victim and the public.Currently, several ways.l have written a voters'pamphlet argument in
victims cannot individually enforce these rights. favor of Measure 51.
Ballot Measure 52 would empower victims individually to This Measure 52 also improves protections for crime victims.
seek remedies for violations of their Section 43 rights.Victims Because it affects a different Section of the Oregon
can assert and enforce their rights or ask prosecutors to assert Constitution,it requires a separate vote.
and enforce their rights;prosecutors can decline,leaving
victi ms free to do so. In the b led
lot.O effort those measure became Se t ion 43 of
- on the ballot.One of those measures became Section 43 of
Ballot Measure52 authorizes the legislature to enact detailed Article I,of the Oregon Constitution,when voters approved it
laws for enforcing Section 43 rights,including reasonable limi- by a wide margin.This Section 43:
tations on the time allowed for claims and the circumstances in • gives crime victims the right to be reasonably protected
which expedited appeals are allowed.Until the legislature from the criminal defendant,pending trial,and from the
exercises this authority,victims can assert their constitutional convicted criminal,after trial
rights in a.pending criminal case or,if no such case is pending, •. requires courts to considerthe protection of the victim and
by initiating a lawsuitto compel public officials to respect their the publicwhen deciding whether to allow pretrial release
rights. - _ of a criminal defendant
Ballot Measure 52 provides that a victim's claim for a Section • restricts bail for aggravated murder,murder,.treason,
43 right can invalidate a court's ruling or suspend a criminal or violentfelony,and sexual assaultcases.
juvenile delinquency proceeding if such suspension would not These provisions have been a great help in protecting crime
violate a right of a criminal defendant or alleged youth offender victims,and the public,from predatory criminals.These
guaranteed by the Oregon or United States Constitutions. provisions have been carried out in the great majority of cases
Ballot Measure 52 continues current provisions of the where they apply.
Oregon Constitution preventing recovery of money damages Unfortunately,these provisions have not been fully enforced in
for violation of a victim's rights,and preventing victim's claims some cases,and crime victims and prosecutors need more
from invalidating-an indictment or other accusatory procedural tools to enforcethese provisions in all relevant
instrument,conviction or adjudication,orfrom terminating any cases.
criminal orjuvenile delinquency proceeding at any point after
the case is commenced or on appeal. Measure 52 helps prosecutors better enforce the protection of
crime victims and the public.It also gives crime victims a clear
Committee Members: Appointed by: right to go to court on their own and"have remedy by due
course of law"for violations of Section 43.
Senator Floyd Prozanski President of the Senate This Measure is backed by a broad range of law enforcement
Representative Wayne Krieger Speaker of the Hous .e authorities and has strong bipartisan support
Representative Greg Macpherson Speaker of the House _
I ask you to vote'yes"on Measure 52.
(This Joint Legislative Committee was appointed to provide the
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legislativeargument in support of the ballot measure pursuant to Sincerely, - -
ORS251.245:)
Kevin Mannix -
(This information furnishedby Kevin L.Mannix;Kevin L.Mannix,RC.)
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The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by
the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of
anystatement made in the argument:.
MEASURE 52 ESTABLISHES REAL RIGHTS
FOR VICTIMS OF CRIME -
Section 43 of the Oregon Constitution's Bill of Rights "
establishes rights of crime victims..These rights include,"
among others,the right to be reasonably protected from adult
and juvenile offenders throughout the criminal justice process
and to have court decisions about pretrial release of crime naI
defendants based,in part,on reasonable protection of the
victim and the public.
You might think victims denied these and other rights
provided by the Oregon Constitution could go to court to
enforce their rights—but you would be wrong.Currently
victims cannot individually enforce any of their
Section 43 rights. _
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A right without a remedy is an illusory right.A"yes"vote on Measures 51 and 52 received unanimous.support from the
Measure 52wil l allow victims to seek remedies"by due course Oregon House and Senate.They have the support of law
of law"for violations of their constitutions l rights.A"yes" enforcement.
vote will make the constitutional rights of victims real. Now we ask for your support through your vote,to make crime
MEASURE 52 STRIKES A FAIR BALANCE victims'rights enforceable.
IN THE CRIMINAUJUVENILE JUSTICE SYSTEMS Please join Crime Victims United,Mothers Against Dru nk
Measure 52 is carefully drawn to make victims'rights Driving and Parents of Murdered Children,byvoting:
enforcement consistent with an accused's constitutional rights - YES on Measures 51 and 52
and with the orderly progress of a criminal or juvenile case.The
measure .(This informat ion furnished by Steve Doell,Crime Victims United
--perm its victim rights enforcement to suspend tem porarily Mothers Against Drunk Driving,Parents of Murdered Children.)
a criminal or juvenile proceeding if consistent with an This space purchased for$600 in accordance with ORS 261.255.
accused's speedy trial or other constitutional rights; The printing of this argument does notconstituts an endorsement by
the State of Oregon,nordoes the state warrant the accuracy or truth of
--continues current constitutional provisions that prevent a anystatement made in the argument
victim's rights violation from invalidating an accusatory
instrument or a conviction,terminating a criminal or juvenile
proceeding,or creating a right to recover money damages.
MEASURE 52 WILL PROVIDE REAL RIGHTS FOR Our arguments in support GENERATIONS OF VICTIMS of Ballot Measure 52 are
fundamentally the same as for Measure 51,and we
Measure 52 authorizes the legislature to establish by law the encourage voters to review that statement.Here we respond to
details of implementing the measure but provides remedies for two questions:
victims until the legislature acts.The measure will thus form an • Whyarethere are already two constitutional amendments
historic,enduring foundation for Oregonians today and in the Why are
out vreare alretd.,w two means both need the
years ahead to realize the rights the Oregon Constitution grants voters approvals' ig updated)
them if they are victims of crime.
I urge you to join mein supporting Measure 52. • And what particular rights are at stake here?
Attorney General Hardy Myers First,in Oregon,we are allowed to make only one change in
how we govern ourselves in any single ballot measure.In 1996,
(This information fumishedoy Hardy Myers.) a comprehensive crime victims'bill of rights adopted by the
This space purchased for$500 in accordance with ORS 251.255 voters was overturned by the Supreme Court for violating that
The printing of this argumentdoes notconstitute an endorsement by "single subject"rule.Consequently,the legislature sent that
the State of Oregon,nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of proposal as component parts to the voters in 1999.The two
any statement made in the argument. "victims'rights"proposals were adopted as Sections 42 and 43
of Oregon's Bill of Rights.
In our argument forupdating Section 42,we reviewed some of
_ the rights it seeks to make enforceable,like the rightto be
allowed in the courtroom.Another critical right in that
Crime Victims United,Mothers Against Drunk Driving and Measure,which bears on this Measure as well,is the right.to
Parents of Murdered Children urge you to VOTE YES on speak at any pretrial release hearing.
Ballot Measures 51 and 52.
We askyou to help us complete a 25-year quest for crime The right which this Measure would make enforceable
victims'rights: is to be-reasonably protected from the accused or
The right to be reasonably convicted offender,adult or juvenile.Reasonable protec-
•
• g y protected from the defendant tion can take many forms-from asking for a nocontact order
The right to refuse to be i nterviewed by the defendant's eta release hearing,for example;orfor one's name,address,
• investigator a lawyer and contact information to be kept private,or otherwise telling
The rightto be informed of
egardings the court about one's safety concerns
• The rightto be consulted regarding plea negotiations
• Thexight to be present in court - By passing Measure 52,the voters will tell the justice
• The rightto be heard at sentencing system that it can no longer ignore these personal
• The right to obtain information about the offender's safety considerations with impunity.A justice agency
criminal history that ignores a court order to take certain reasonable
• The righttoprompt restitution protective measures may be brought back Into court
From the state's establishment through the early 1980's;crime and the same for accused or convicted offender who
victims in Oregon had no rights in statutory law or in the violates such orders.
Oregon Constitut ion.In 1986 the voters of Oregon established - Please vote for Measure 52.
crime victims'rights in statutory law.In 1999 voters established
clime victims'rights in the Oregon Constitution. (Thisinfounation furnisha dbyJ ohn H.Stein,lnternationafOrganization
for Victim Assistance.) I
But in 2008,crime victims in Oregon still do not have standing This space purchased for$500 in accordance with ORS 261.200.
to appeal when their rights are violated. _ Theprinting of this argumentdoes notconstitutean endorsementby
Measures 51 and 52 will give crime victims enforceable rights. me State of Oregon,nordoes thestate warrant the accuracy orrmth of
I any statement made in the argument
Crime Victims United,Mothers Against Drunk Driving,and -
Parents of Murdered Children have seen the difficulties crime
victims face in the criminal justice system.We strongly support
these measures.
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- �• justice system already offers victims tools to enforce their
%W991. ' -"` '° - - - - rights.Measures 51 and 52 will more closely align Oregon with
I am a Law Professor in Oregon and Director of the National federal law. - ..
Crime Victim Law Institute.As one of the nation's leading legal
experts on crime victims law,I urge you to VOTE YES on Ballot Measure 52 provides legislative flexibility in the future.
Measures 51 and 52.These measures are designed to change Both Measure 51 and Measure 52 authorize the legislature to
what are now illusory crime victims'rights into real and enact laws to facilitate and streamline the process by which
enforceable crime victims rights. crime victims obtain relief in the courtroom.These provisions
ensure that the state legislature has the ability to shape the
Right now the victim's rights already in the Oregon effective and efficient administration of justice without
Constitution cannot be enforced.In particular,provisions additional Constitutional amendments.
denying stays and the language preventing judicial review of
any ruling involving victims'rights make unavailable thetradi- Ballot Measure 52 makes important and responsible
tional.rightsenforcement.Suchtraditional rights enforcement improvements to Oregon's Constitution.
procedures accompany other constitutional rights,but not -
crimevietims'-rights.What this means is that victims'rights are - fThis information fumishedby Kevin Neely,Oregon DistrictAttorneys
rights without remedy.Rights without remedy goes against Association./
longstanding legal and constitutions l tradition.In our This space purchased for$500 in accordance with ORS 251.255.
American legal tradition,rig hts are accompanied by remedies. The printing ofthis argument does notconstitute an endomementby
Ballot Measures 51 and 52 will place victims rights withi n the the State ofOregon,.nordoes the state warrant the accuracy or truth of
American tradition of enforceable rights with remedy. any statement made in the argument.
I n providing enforcement for violation of victims'rights, _ _ - lmig c
it
Measures 51 and 52 also gram the legislature authority
to (
provide procedures.Thps,the legislature may facilitate °" t °- �
enforcement of the rights through procedures it establishes. JOIN OREGON'S LAW ENFORCEMENT LEADERS
Moreover,this legislative authority allows for flexibility,so that Vote YES on Ballot Measure.52
procedures can be modified when needed to ensure that The members ofthe Oregon Association Chiefs of Police urge
victims'rights are enforced.With the constitution already you to vote YES on Ballot Measure 52.
providing rights,with the passage of Measures 51 and 52 the
legislature will be able to see to it that those constitutional Over the past decade,Oregonians and the legislative process
rights can be efficiently enforced in the courts. have taken important steps to insure that the needs of crime
victims are considered by our judicial system'and that their
Throughout the years,Oregonians have been strong voices are heard.As law enforcement leaders in the State of
supporters of crime victims'civil rights.What is needed now - Oregon,we seethe harm and pain that crime victims
to achieve meaningful,enforceable rights is the passage of experience on a daily basis.We strongly believe that their
Measures 51 and 52.Both Houses ofthe Oregon Legislature stories and perspectives playa critical role in our criminal
voted unanimously to refer these two measures to the people justice system.Above all,we believe thatthe rights of crime
and lurge you to join them in voting YES on Ballot Measures 51 victims should be fully enforceable in the courts.It is not
and 52. sufficient to provide victims with the appearance of rights
Douglas E.Beloof- - without providing them a real remedy when their rights are
Professor of Law - violated.
Director,National Crime Victim Law Institute As presently written,the Oregon Constitution provides rights
(This information furnished by Douglas E Beloof,National Crime Victim for crime victims but doesn't provide recourse when these
Lawinstiture.)- important rights are violated.Ballot Measure 52 will insure that
the rights we offer to victims in Oregon are meaningful and
This space purchased for$500 in accordance with ORS.251.255. real.Ballot Measure 52 wil l give j udges the authority they need
The printing ofthis argument does notconstitute an endorsement by to enforce the-rights of crime victims the way other.
the State of oregon7nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of
any statement made in the argument. constitutional rights are enforced.Just as the rights of
defendants are honored by the criminal justice system,so too
should the rights of victims.
The Oregon House of Representatives and Oregon State -
-- - - Senate voted unanimously to refer Ballot Measure 52 to you,
OREGON DISTRICT ATTORNEYS ASSOCIATION the voters.Such bipartisan agreement testifies to the common
SUPPORTS MEASURE 52 sense nature ofthis important'proposal.Please join Oregon's
- Measure 52 is a companion to Measure 51.Oregon's police chiefs in supporting.this vital measure to secure the
victims'rights are codified in more than one section ofthe enforcement ofcrime victim's rights. -
Constitution.Asa result,giving victims the authority to We urge you to vote YES on Ballot Measure 521
independently enforce the Constitutional protections requires
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enforcetheserights.Measures 51 and 52 contain provisions
that preserve the speedy administration of justice and offer
victims a meaningful mechanism for protecting their rights.
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support.The Oregon Legislature unanimously referred -
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RESULT OF"YES”VOTE ESTIMATE OF FINANCIAL IMPACT .
"Yes"vote amends constitution to allow civil forfeitures for Thedirect financial-impact of this measure to state and local
crimes similar to crime of conviction,permits proceeds to be governments is indeterminate due to the inability to accurately
used for law enforcement;other changes. predictthe number of civil forfeituresthat may occur.if the fre-
quency of civil forfeitures increases,then the amount of money
going to the state and local jurisdictions will increase corre-
RESULTOF"NO"VOTE spondingly.Any assets forfeited under this measure are
"No"vote retains constitutional provisions prohibiting civil distributed as follows:to the satisfaction of any foreclosed
forfeitures unless property is directly related to crime of liens,securityinterestsandcontraetsintheorderoftheirprior-
convictionantlprohibi ting use of proceeds 6y law ity;4o the state or any of its political subdivisions for actual and
reasonable expenses;and to the state or any of its political
enforcement. subdivisions for drug treatment programs.This measure will
increase the revenue to the state and its political subdivisions,
.. but the extent of the increase is unknown.'
SUMMARY
Oregon's Constitution generally requires that property may be
forfeited only if the owner is convicted of crime involving the ,
property.Constitution currently prohibits use of proceeds for -
law enforcement.purposes.Measure would allow civil forfei-
ture of property for crimes that are substantially similarto
crime of conviction.Measure would permit forfeiture without
conviction if the person took property with intent to defeat
forfeiture,knew or should have known thatthe property consti-
tuted proceeds or instrumentality of criminal conduct or
acquiesced in criminal conduct.The measure requires proof by
preponderance of evidence to forfeit personal property,and by -
clearandconvincingevidencetoforfeitrealproperty.The
measure provides an exemption for forfeiture of animals.The - -
measure would allow using forfeiture proceeds for law
enforcement purposes.
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Ic)The claimant acquiesced in the criminal conduct.
Emma-� -- -`"""""°`"""' "°°'"""'""»""`"""'�"- A person shall be considered to have acquiesced in
Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State criminal conduct if the person knew of the criminal
of Oregon: conduct and failed to take reasonable action under the
PARAGRAPH 1.Section 10,Article XV of the Constitution circumstances to terminate the criminal conduct or
of the State of Oregon,is amended to read: prevent use of the property to commit or facilitate the
criminal conduct.
Sec.10.The Oreoon Property Protection Act of 2000 (1)
This section may be known and shall be cited as the"Oregon (6)Standard of proof.(a)Except as provided in pairs.
Property Protection Act of 2000." graph(b)of this subsection,if the property to be
forfeited in a civil forfeiture action is personal property,
(2)Statement of principles.The People,in the exercise of the the forfeiting agency must prove the elements specified
power reserved to them under the Constitution of the State of in subsection(3)or 15)of this section by a preponder-
Oregon,declare that: ante of the evidence.If the ro
p party to be forfeited in a
(a)A basic tenet of a democratic society is that a person is civil forfeiture action is real property,the forfeiting
presumed innocent and should not be punished until proven agency must prove the elements specified in subsection.
guilty; . (3)or 15)of this section by clear and convincing
evidence. -
(b)The property of a person generally should not befor-
feited in a forfeiture proceeding by government unless and I Ib)If a forfeiting agency establishes in a forfeiture
until that person is convicted of a crime involving the property; Proceeding that cash,weapons or negotiable instru-
ments were found in close proximity to controlled
(c)The value of property forfeited should be proportional to substances or to instrumentalities of criminal conduct,
the specific conduct for which the owner of the property has the burden is on any person claiming the cash,weapons
been convicted;and or negotiable instruments to prove by a preponderance
(d)Proceeds from forfeited property should be used for of the evidence that the cash,weapons or negotiable
treatment of drug abuse unless otherwise specified by law for rnstroments are not proceeds of criminal conduct or an
instrumentality of criminal conduct.
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(3)Forfeitures prohibited without conviction.[No]Except 171 Value of property forfeited.The value of the property
as provided in this section,a judgment of forfeiture of prop- forfeited under the provisions of this[subsection shall]
arty in a civil forfeiture proceeding by the State or any of its section may not be excessive and shall be substantially
political subdivisions[shall be allowed or]may not be entered, proportional to the specific conduct for which the owner of the
until and unless the:I owner ol]person claiming the property property has been convicted.For purposes of this section,
is convicted of a crime in Oregon or another jurisdiction a nd "property"means any interest in anything of value,including
the property[is found by clear and convincing evidence to have the whole of any lot or tract of land and tangible and intangible
been instrumental in committing or facilitating the crime or to - personal property,including currency,instrumentsorsecuri-
be proceeds of that crime.],' ties or any other kind of privilege,interest,claim or right.
whether due or to become due.Noth i ng i n this section shall -
(a)constitutes proceeds of the crime for which the prohibit a person from voluntarily giving a judgment of
claimant has been convicted; forfeiture.
(b)Was instrumental in committing or facilitating the [£411(8)[Protection ofinnocent property owners.]Financial
crime for which the claimant has been convicted; Institutions.In a civil forfeiture proceeding,if a financial
institution claiming an interest in the property demonstrates
I Constitutes proceeds of one.or more other crimes that it holds an interest,[its]the financial institution's
simi lar to the crime for which the claimant was
convicted;or interest[shah is not[be]subject to forfeiture.
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(d)Was instrumental in committing or facilitating one [Ins civil forfeiture proceeding if person claiming an inter-
or in the property,other than a financial institution or
claimant more other crimes similar to the crime for which the defendant who has been charged with or convicted of crime
claimant wss convicted. - - involving that property,demonstrates that the person has an
(4)Forfeiture based on similar crimes..Property may interest in the property,that person's interest shall not be
be forfeited under paragraph(c)or(d)of subsection(3) subject to forfeiture unless:] _
of this section only if the claimant is notified in writing - [(a17he forfeiting agencyproves byclearand convincing .
of the other crime or crimes claimed to be simian to the evidence that the person took the property or the interest with
crime for which the claimant was convicted.The notice the intent to defeat the forfeiture;or]
must be given at the time the claimant is given notice of
the seizure of the property for forfeiture,and the [(b)A conviction undersubsection(3)is later obtained -
claimant must have an opportunity to challenge the against the person.]
seizure and forfeiture of the property.
[(5)](9)Exception for unclaimed property and contraband.
(5)Forfeiture without conviction of claimant.The Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection(3)of this
property of a claimant who has not been convicted of a section,if,following notice to all persons known to have an
-crime may be forfeited in a civil forfeiture proceeding interest or who may have an interest,no person claims an
only if the claimant consents to the forfeiture of the interest in the seizedpropertyor if the property is contraband,a
property or the forfeiting agency proves the property judgment of forfeiture may be allowed and entered without a
constitutes proceeds or an instrumentality of crime- criminal conviction.For purposes of this subsection,'contra-
committed by another person as described in, band"means personal property,articles or things,including
subsection(3)of this section and: - but not limited to control led substances or drug paraphernalia,
(a)The claimant took the property with the intent to that a person is prohibited by Oregon statute or local ordinance
defeat forfeiture of the property;
from producing,obtaining or possessing.
(b)The claimant knew or should have known (10)Exception for forfeiture of animals.This section
does not apply to the forfeiture of animals that have
Property constituted proceeds or an instrumentality of been abused,neglected or abandoned.
criminal conduct;or -
U6,11 411)Law enforcement seizures unaffected.Nothing.in U12)MOISeverability.If any part of this section or its appli-
this section shall be construed to affect the temporary seizure cation to any person ore!rcumstance is held to be invalid for
of property for evidentiary,forfeiture,or protective purposes, any reason,then the remaining parts or applications to any
or to alter the power of the Governor to remit fines or forfei- persons or circumstances shall not be affected but shall remain
tures under Article V,Section 14;of this Constitution. in full force and effect.
[(711(12)Disposition of property land proceeds]to drug - PARAGRAPH 2.The amendment proposed by this
treatment.Any sale of forfeited property shall be conducted in resolution shall be submitted to the people for their
a commercially reasonable manner.Property forproceeds] approval or rejection at a special election held through-
forfeited[undersubsections(3),(5),or(8)ofthissection shall out this state on the same date as the next primary
not be used for law enforcement purposes bull in a civil election.
forfeiture proceeding shall be distributed or applied in the NOTE:Boldfaced a indicates new language;[brackets and
following order: italic]OTE: o dfacedtyp indicates e comments.
ew
(a)To the satisfaction of any foreclosed liens,security
interests and contracts in the order of their priority;
(b)To the State or any of its political subdivisions for actual
and reasonable expenses related to the costs of the forfeiture In November 2000 voters amended the Oregon Constitution
proceeding,including attorneyfees,storage,maintenance, g
management,and disposition of the property incurred in con- by approving the Oregon Property Protection Act of 2000.The
nection with the sale of anyforfeited property[in an amount amendment imposed several restrictions on the ability of state
not to exceed twenty-five percent of the total proceeds in any and local governments to civilly forfeit property.This measure
single forfeiturel;and would modify some of the restrictions on civil forfeiture of
property.
(c)To the State or any of its political subdivisions to be used The constitution currently requiresthat a person's property
specially provided drug d by l treatment,unless another disposition is may be forfeited only if the person is convicted of a crime.In
specially provided by law. may the forfeiting agency must show byclear and convinc-
[(8)State and federal sharing.The State of Oregon or any of ing evidence that the property was an i nstru mentality of that
its political subdivisions shall take all necessary steps to obtain crime,or proceeds of that crime.
shared property or proceeds from the United States This measure would allow civilforfeiture of instrumentali ties
Department ofJustice resulting from a forfeiture.Any property anThismeds re would allow that are store of
the cmmethata
orproceeds received from the United States Department of
Justice by the State of Oregon or any of its political subdiv)- person is convicted of committing,even though the.person is
sions shall be appliedas provided in subsection(7)of this not convicted of committing those other crimes.The measure
section.] - requires notice to the person and opportunity to challenge the
seizure and forfeiture.
101(13)Restrictions on State transfers.Neitherthe State of This measure would also specify circumstances in which
Oregon,its political subdivisions,nor any forfeiting agency property may be forfeited withoutacriminal conviction.The
shall transfer forfeiture proceedings to the federal government measure would allowforfeiture if the person took the property
unlessa state court has affirmatively found that: with intentto defeat forfeiture,the person knew or should have
(a)The activity giving riseto the forfeiture is interstate in known that the property constituted proceeds or instrumental-
nature and sufficiently complex to justify the transfer; ity of criminal conduct,or the person acquiesced in the criminal
(b)The seized property may only be forfeited under federal conduct..
law;or This measure also modifies the standard of proof in civil
(c)Pursuing forfeiture understate law would unduly burden forfeiture proceedings,requiring proof by preponderance of
evidence to forfeit.personal property,and proof by clear and
the state forfeiting agencies, convincing evidence to forfeit real property.The measure
U10)](14)Penalty for violations.Any person acting under makes an exception for cash,weapons or negotiable instru-
color of law,official title or position who takes any action ments found in close proximity to controlled substances or
intending to conceal,transfer,withhold,retain,divert or other- instrumentalities of criminal conduct,providing that claimant
wise prevent any[proceeds]mono",conveyances,real must prove by preponderance of evidence thatthe property is
property,or anythings of value forfeited underthe law of this not subject to forfeiture. -
State orthe United States from being applied,deposited or This measure providesthat forfeiture of animals is not
used in accordance with[subsections(7),(8)or(9)]the subject to the Oregon Property Protection Act of 2000.
requirements of this section shall be subject to a civil penalty
in an amount treble the value of the forfeited property con- - This measure removes the prohibition on using forfeited"
cealed,transferred,withheld,retained or diverted.Nothing in property for law enforcement purposes,and removes the cap
this subsection shall be construed to impair judicial immunity if on the amount of property that may be applied against the
otherwise applicable. costs of the forfeiture proceeding. -
I(f 111(15)Reporting requirement.All forfeiting agencies This measure makes various other housekeeping amend:
shall reportthe nature and disposition of all property[and ments to the Oregon Property Protection Act of 2000.
proceeds]seized for forfeiture or forfeited to a State asset
forfeiture oversight committee that is independent of any (This impartialstatement explaining themeasure wasprovidedbythe
forfeiting agency.The asset forfeiture oversight committee 2007 Legislature.)
shall generate and make available to the public an annual
report of the information collected.The asset forfeiture over-
- sight committee shall also make recommendations to ensure
that asset forfeiture proceedngs are handled in a manner that
is fairto innocent property owners and interest holders.
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The State of Oregon cannot seize and forfeit a person's prop- Ballot Measure 53 is a much needed correction '
erty unless the person has been convicted of a crime,the Eightyears ago,Oregonians passed the Property Protection
crime is connected to the property and the value of the seized Act(PPA),amending the Oregon Constitution to prohibit prop-
property is proportional to the crime committed. arty forfeitures before a defendant's conviction.The PPAwas
This was not alwaystrue.Before BallofMeasure3in intended to apply in drug cases.However,due to its overly
November,2000,property could be forfeited even if the broad wording,the PPA adversely affected the safety and well-
November,bar,2 00,pray had could be f convicted f cited ven if crime! being of Oregon's mostvulnerable animals—those seized from
Measure 3 amended the Oregon Constitution to require a an abused Undercurrent property and like acar or couch,animals
are considered mere property and the PPA,applies to all prop-
criminal conviction. erty(notjustthe drug houses orthe cars used to transportthe
But Measure 3 left many things unclear.For example,can a drugs),meaning that Oregon's pre-conviction forfeiture statute.
large amount of cash found next to a large quantity of metham- applicable in animal cruelty cases was inadvertently -
phetaminebeforfeited?What can acounty sheriff do to save compromised by the PPA.
neglected pets when it maytake months to convict the pet's Why is forfeiture so important in animal abuse cases?
owners of neglect?Can the pets be put up for adoption?Can Before the PPA,Oregon law allowed humane societies that
local law enforcement share in the proceeds when It assists cared for abused animals seized in criminal investigationsto
federal law enforcement in carrying out a forfeiture under petition the court and transfer ownership of the animals—lf the
federal law? defendant didn't post acost-of-care bond,then the courtcould
In responsetothese unanswered questions,the 2007 orderthe animals forfeited to the humane society.This pre-
Legislature worked with the Oregon Departmentof Justice,the conviction forfeiture process meantthat seized animalsdid not
Oregon District Attorneys Association,the Oregon Chiefs of haveto be held indefinitely while the underlying criminal case
Police,the Oregon State Sheriffs Association,the ACLU of moved through the system(a processes that takes close to a
Oregon,and the Oregon Criminal Defense Lawyers Association yearto complete-4onger if an appeal is taken).Rather,animals
to develop Ballot Measure 53.If Ballot Measure 53 is adopted, could be placed in loving homes to live outthe balance of their
certain abandoned property and neglected or abused animals natural lives within weeks after having been rescued.
can be forfeited without a conviction.Under Ballot Measure 53, - The fix is Ballot Measure 53
the cash next to the methamphetamines can be forfeited,the Ballot Measure 53 ensures that Oregon's animals will not lan-
pets can be put up for adoption,and local governments can guish in the"system"and that humane care providers do not
share in the proceeds for assisting the federal government. have to hold the animals.for months(if not years)while the
criminal case drags on and on.Rather,the animals can be
Committee Members: Appointed by: - adopted into loving homes—a just result in light of what these
Senator Floyd Prozanski President of the Senate animals had to endure before they were seized from the hands
Representative Suzanne Bonamici Speaker of the House of their abusers.
Representative Andy Olson Speaker of the House Don't leave the safety of Oregon's animals up to chance.Vote _
Yes on Ballot Measure 53.
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legislative argument insupportof the ballot measure pursuantto - (This information furnishedbySOoBA.Heiser,Animal Legal Defense
ORS 251.245.) Fund.)
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Vote Yes on Measure 53.
Measure 53 is simple:It will fix unintended problems caused by
Measure 3.
Measure 53 fixes problems with Measure 3 '
In November of 2000,Oregon voters passed Measure 3.The
purpose was to increase protections for property owners,and _
make sure that government did not confiscate property for
criminal activity without first getting a crimi nal conviction.
Unfortunately,the way Measure 3 was written created some
unintended problems.
Convicted drug dealers keeping ill-gotten gains
One problem is that Measure 3 allows.drug dealers to keep
much of their ill-gotten gain,even after being convicted)That is
just plain wrong,and must be corrected.
Abused and neglected animals suffering in shakers
Another unintended consequence of Measure 3 relatesto
abused and neglected animals,leaving them to languish in
shelters for long periods of time pending the outcome of
criminal cases.This must also be corrected. -
Measure 53 is the solution to these problems svn Representativesfrom law enforcement sat down with repre-sentatives from civil liberties and criminal defense groups and worked out a solution.The result was approved by the Oregon
Legislature and became Measure 53.Measure 53 deserves your support VOTE YES ON MEASURE 53 - Voted ballot must
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Tamara J.Green Deanna(Dee),Berman - Maria Iturriaga
Baker County Clerk Crook County Clerk Harney County Clerk.
1995 3rd St.,Suite 150 300 NE Third,Room 23 - Courthouse,450 N.Buena Vista "
Baker City,OR 97814-3398 - Prineville,OR 97754-1919 Burns,OR 97720
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James Morales Curry County Clerk Hood River
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Sherry Hall Deschutes County Clerk
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Clatsop Barbara Nielsen - .Jefferson
Douglas County Clerk
Fred R.Neal PO Box 10 Kathy Marston
Interim Clatsop County Clerk Roseburg,OR 97470-0004" rson
Jeffe County Clerk
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Gilliam County Clerk Josephine
Columbia PO Box 427 Georgette Brown"
Condon,OR 97623-0427 Josephine County Clerk
Elizabeth(Betty)Huser 541-384-2311 PO Box 69
Columbia County Clerk Grants Pass,OR 97528-0203
Courthouse,230 Strand St. - 541-474-5243 TTY 1-800-735-2900
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503-397-7214 TTY 503-397-7246 Kathy.McKinnon e-mail`.clerk @co.josephine.or.us
fax 503-397-7266
e-mail:huserb @co.columbia.ocus Grant County Clerk
http://www.ce.columbia.ocus 201 S.Humbblt,Suite 290
Canyon City,OR 97820 Klamath
541-575-1675 TTY 541-575-1675 Linda Smith
Coos - - fax 541-575-2248 - Klamath County,Clerk
e-mail:mckinnonk @grantcounty-or.gov 305 Main St
Terri L.Turi,CCC Klamath Falls,OR 97601
Coos County Clerk 541-883-5157 or 1-800-377-6094
Courthouse,250 N.Baxter - fax 541-885-6757
Coquille,OR97423-1899 - e-mail:pharris @co.klamath.or.us
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Union
Stacie Geaney Bobbi Childers Robin Church
Lake County Clerk Morrow County Clerk Union County Clerk
513 Center St. PO Box 338 1001 4th St.,Suite D
Lakeview,OR 97630-1539 Heppner,OR 97836-0338 LaG rands,OR 97850
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fax 541-676-9876 - fax 541-963-1013
e-mail:bchilders @co.morrow.or.us e-mail:rchurch @union-county.org
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Chief Deputy County Clerk
275 W.10th Ave. Tim Scott Wallowa -
Eugene,OR 97401-3008 Director of Elections Dana Roberts
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fax 541-682-2303 Portland,OR 97214-2495 101 S.River St:,Room 100
email:elections.customer @co.lane.orus 503-988-3720 Enterprise,OR 97828-1335
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Lincoln http://www.mcelections.org e-mail:woclerk @comallowa.or.us
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Dana Jenkins
Lincoln County Clerk Polk
225 W.Olive St.,Room 201 Valerie Unger Waseo
Newport,OR 97365 , - Polk County Clerk Karen LeBreton Coats
541-265-4131 TTY 541-265-4193 _ .850 Main St. Wasco County Clerk
fax 541-265-4950 Dallas,OR 97338-3179 511 Washington St.,Room 201
http://www.co.lincoln.or.us/clerk 503-623-9217 TTY 503-623-7557 The Dallas,OR 97058
fax 503-623-0717 541-506-2530 TFY541-506-2530
e-mail:unger.valerie @co.polk.ocus, fax 541-506-2631
Linn http://www.co.polk.or.us e-mail:karenl @co.wasco.or.us
Steve Druckenmiller
Linn County Clerk
300 SW 4th Ave. Sherman - Washington
Albany,OR 97321 Linda Connie Mickie Kawai
541-9673831 TTY 541-967-3833 Sherman County Clerk Elections Division
fax 541-926-5109 PO Box 365 3700 SW Murray Blvd.,Suite 101
e-mail:sdruckenmi ller @co.linn.or.us Moro,OR 97039-0365 Beaverton,OR 97005
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fax 541-565-3312 e-mail:elections@co.washington.or.us
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'MalheurCountyClerk - Tillamook
251 "B"St.West,Suite 4 Wheeler
Vale,OR 97918 - - Tassi O'Neil Barbara S.Sitton
541-473-5151 TTY 541-473-5157 Tillamook County Clerk Wheeler County Clerk
fax 541-473-5523 201 Laurel Ave. . PO Box 327
e-mail:ddelong @malheurco.org Tillamook,OR 97141 : - -Fossil,OR 97830-0327
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e-mail:tonsil @co.tillamook.or.us e-mail:bsitton @ncesd.kl2.onus
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Bill Burgess
Marion County Clerk Umstilla. Yamhill -
4263 Commercial St.SE,#300 - Jan Coleman
Salem,OR 97302-3987 Patti Chapman Yamhill County Clerk
503-588-5041 or 1-800-655-5388. Director of Elections 414 NE Evans St.
TTY 503-588-5610 PO Box 1227 McMinnville,OR 97128-
. e-mail:elections @co.marion.or.us Pendleton,OR97801 503-434-7518 TTY 1-800-735-2900
http9/www.co.marion.or.us/co/elections . 541-278-6254 fax 503334-7520
fax 541-278-5467 e-mail:elections@co.yamhill.orus
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Oregon Primary Election
May 20, 2008
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Oregon Vote-by-Mail Primary Election May 20, 2008
Dear Deschutes County Voter:
This is your May 20,2008 Primary Election Voters'Pamphlet. Major political parties choose who they want to
run for office by having a primary election. During this election you will be asked to decide on many important
issues.This Voters' Pamphlet is a cooperative effort between the Deschutes County Clerk and the Oregon
Secretary of State. It is provided to assist you in becoming a more informed voter as you cast your ballot.
This pamphlet contains the ballot measures and explanatory statements which are designed to provide you
with impartial and fair information. It also contains paid arguments for or against certain measures.
Candidates may also pay to place a statement in the pamphlet to provide you with additional information
about them. On your ballot, the names of the candidates will appear in random alphabetical order.
As you review the pamphlet, please remember that you may not be voting on every office or measure in
this pamphlet. Your ballot will contain only those issues on which you are eligible to vote, based on where
you live and your political party.
For your convenience,the Deschutes County Voters'Pamphlet contains voting instructions, how to request
a replacement ballot and Official Ballot Drop Site locations.
Please Vote!
Nancy Blankenship
Deschutes County Clerk
Attention
This is the beginning of your county voters'pamphlet.The county portion of this joint voters'pamphlet is inserted in the center of the
state portion.Each page of the county voters'pamphlet is clearly marked with a gray bar on the outside edge.All information contained
in the county portion of this pamphlet has been assembled and printed by your Deschutes County Clerk.
Index to Voters' Pamphlet
All candidates were invited to participate in this pamphlet.The following candidates submitted information.
Measures'
Page
9-55 Deschutes County 911 County Service District Five-Year Local Option Tax...................................................................... 9-5
9-56 Redmond School District No.2J Bond............................................................................................................................... 9-6
Candidates
Page
DalyMike ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 9-11
DuncanJudy.................................................................................................................................................................................. 9-11
RayRobert...................................................................................................................................................................................... 9-10
Unger,Alan...................................................................................................................................................................................... 9-10
VotingInformation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9-3
DropSite Locations...................................................................................................................................................................... 9-4
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9-2 1 Index
Voting Information
Registering to Vote - -- - -_-
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Election, a completed voter registration card must be i II j
postmarked by Tuesday,April 29, 2008. r
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i. A resident of Oregon. Make sure you have completely
filled in the oval next to your choices.
2. A United States citizen.
3. At least 18 years old by election day.
You Must Update Your Registration If:
1. Your residence or mailing address changes.
2. Your name changes.
3. You wish to change your party affiliation.
Important Note: If you have moved or your name has
changed and you have not yet updated your registra- If you vote for more candidates than
tion,you are still eligible to vote.Contact the Deschutes allowed, or if you vote both Yes and No on
County Elections office, 541-388-6547 for further infor- a measure, it is called an overvote.
mation.
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If you are unable to vote your ballot without assistance, or measure.
contact the Deschutes County Elections office at
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9-3 1 Voting Information
Drop Site Locations
Bend
Deschutes Service Center Redmond City Hall
1300 NW Wall St 716 SW Evergreen Ave
Box located on Parkway side of building May 5—May 19: 8 am - 5 pm
Available 7 days a week (Usual Business Hours & Days)
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: open until 8 pm Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 8 am - 8 pm
Drive-By Drop Site Sisters
Corner of Wall St and Lafayette Ave Sisters City Hall
(Parking Area) 520 E Cascade Ave
Friday, May 16: 8 am—6 pm May 5—May 19: Sam - 5 pm
Monday, May 19: 7 am - 6 pm (Usual Business Hours & Days)
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 7 am -8 pm Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 8 am - 8 pm
Deschutes County Road Department Sunriver
61150 SE 27th St Drive-By Drop Site
Available 7 days a week Sunriver Area Public Library
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: open until 8 pm Sunriver Business Park
56855 Venture Ln
La Pine Friday, May 16: 8 am - 5 pm
Drive-By Drop Site Monday, May 19: 8 am—6 pm
La Pine Public Library Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 8 am-8 pm
16425 First St
1st St& Huntington Rd Terrebonne - New Location
Friday& Monday, May 16 & 19: 8 am - 6 pm Terrebonne Sheriff Substation
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 8 am -8 pm 8154 11th St, Suite 3
Friday & Monday, May 16 & 19:
Redmond 8 am - 1 pm and 2 pm - 5 pm
Drive-By Drop Site Election Day, Tuesday, May 20:
Redmond Public Library 8 am - 1 pm and 2 pm - 8 pm
827 SW Deschutes Ave
Friday, May 16: 8 am—6 pm
Monday, May 19: 8 am—6 pm
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 8 am - 8 pm
County Clerk's office hours: Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Election Day, Tuesday, May 20: 7 am to 8 pm
1300 NW Wall St, Upper Floor, Bend— Privacy Booths Provided
Remember!
All ballots must be received at a drop site or the Deschutes County
Clerk's Office no later than 8 pm, Election Day, Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Postmarks Do Not Count!
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9-4 1 Drop Site Locations
Measure 9-55 Deschutes County 911 County Service District
Currently, an average of six 911 dispatchers per shift answer
Ballot Title approximately 938 calls for service each day.The 911 dispatchers
955 are trained and certified emergency medical dispatchers, giving
emergency medical instructions to callers until the emergency
personnel arrive at the scene. In addition to these emergency
FIVE-YEAR LOCAL OPTION TAX FOR 911 OPERATIONS. calls,Deschutes County 911 also answers and processes all non-
.. emergency calls for service.
QUESTION:Shall County 911,Service District impose$ 23 The 911 Service District's current taxing authority is a tax base
per $1,000 of assessed value for operations for five years of$0.16 per$1000,passed by the voters in 1994,as reduced by
-:beginning 2008-20097 Measure 50 in 1997.Afour year operating levy expired in July2007,
This measure may cause property taxes to increase more than which has left a significant shortfall in the budget. Approval of this
measure would allow 911 to raise revenue to continue operations at
three percent. - current levels,provide space for additional dispatchers,and make
SUMMARY;This measure may be passed only at an election technology improvements to enhance efficiency of the public safety
with at least 50 percent voter turnout. agencies within Deschutes County.
This five-year local option tax would expire at the end of fiscal
The current taxing authority for the Deschutes County 911 year 2012-2013.
County Service District is a,permanent rate limitation of$0.1618 It approved, the cost of this local option tax would be $ .23
per$1000 of assessed value. This rate is based on a tax base . cents per thousand dollars of assessed value. The tax impact
'.passed by voters in 1994,four-year reduced by Measure 50 in hick - of this measure is $23 a year per$100,000 of assessed value.
Voters approved 007. year operating.levy.in 2003, which In Deschutes County the average assessed value of a home is
expired June 30,2007. ,
Funds provided b this five-year local option lax would be for 911 0.The average home would be assessed$39.10 per year
p Y Y P for 911 services.
used t¢
• maintain existing 911 services to an increasing popula
ton; - (this information furnished by Dennis R.Luke,Chair,Deschutes County
• continue the Emergency Preparedness Network(EPN), Board of County Commissioners)
which notifies residents by telephone of emergency situ-
ations in their area;
• update to a more efficient, cost-effective public safety
-
records systems to accommodate growth
and technological changes;and
• pay for space needed for dispatchers. '
This measure would provide stable operational funding and
space for 911 emergency services for five years.
The proposed rate would raise approximately$3, 367,638 in
2008-2009,$3,559,096 in2009-2010,.$3;772,642 in 2010-2011;
$3,999,001 in 2011-2012 and$4,238,941 in 2012-2013.
Explanatory Statement
Deschutes County 911 County Service District answers and
dispatches all calls for service for every police,fire and ambulance
department in the county.The 911 County Service District provides
this service to all county residents through the following entities:
Bend Fire Department
Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District#1
Bend Police Department
Deschutes County Sheriff's Office
Redmond Police
Redmond Fire Department
Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District#2
La Pine Fire Department
Black Butte Ranch Police
Black Butte Fire Services
Sunriver Police
Sunriver Fire Department
Sisters/Camp Sherman Fire District
Cloverdale Fire District
Oregon State Police
Crooked River Ranch Fire Services
United States Forest Service
Oregon Department of Forestry
Bureau of Land Management No arguments for or against
Airlife
this measure were filed.
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9-5 1 Measures
Measure 9mW Redmond School District No. 2J
Ballot TIME' and ADA access to schools. These upgrades would improve
student's safety and protect the community's assets.
956 The$110 million bond would provide funds:
• To construct and equip a 1,400 seat high school at Elkhorn
REDMOND SCHOOL BOND TO IMPROVE SAFETY,.. and Canal that provides a long-term solution.The design
.UPDATE AND CONSTRUCT SCHOOLS. would incorporate small leaning communities and flexible
instructional spaces to increase student achievement.The
QUESTION:Shall District.Construct new schools to reduce cost would be$80 million. Hugh Hartman would return to
overcrowding,repair aging facilities,improve student safety,.by a middle school or a K-8 school.
issuing$110,000,000 general obligation bonds? If the Bonds
are approved ;they will be payable from taxes on property or To construct and equip a 600 seat elementary school
.property ownership that are not subject to the limits of sections at a cost of$20 million using the design of Vern Patrick
11 and 11b,Article XI of the Oregon Constitution. and Tom McCall Elementary Schools;the location to be
determined.This school would allow Evergreen's students
SUMMARY:.This measure may be passed only at an election to be relocated to safe learning environments and provide
with at least a 60 percent voter turnout. - 200 additional seats for growth.The community would be
asked to develop other uses for Evergreen.
Passage of measure would.finance..capital construction and
capital improvements for new and existing schools.The Bonds To make$10 million in repairs and upgrades to the older
would finance projects,including,but not limited to: schools. Repairs would improve fire and life/safety,
replace heating and electrical systems,improve energy
• construct, equip and furnish a new high school and related efficiency,provide ADA access,repair exterior and interior
site improvements for approximately 1,400 students; _ surfaces and enhance learning environments. Details by
•construct, equip and furnish a new elementary school and school are available on the district's website.
'.related site improvements for approximately 600 students; -: This bond would add$1.55 per thousand to the tax roles.
However,the 1992 bond currently on the tax roll expires in
•finance capital repairs to aging school facilities;and 2009 decreasing the combined tax to$1.03 per thousand of
• improve student safety and pay bond issuance costs. assessed valuation.The average assessed valuation for homes
- in Redmond School District is$145,000;this measure would
Upon completion of any of the above listed purposes,the District increase its taxes by$150 per year.The tax rate and cost would
may use any remaining bond proceeds for any capital project. decrease over time as new development comes onto the tax rolls
to pay their share of this measure.
The District has experienced continuing population/growth
at its six major communities of Alfalfa, Crooked River Ranch,.
Eagle Crest, Redmond,Terrebonne and Tumalo. The Bonds.- (This information furnished by Douglas R.Snyder,
would finance.capital construction and improvement projects Chief Operations Officer,Redmond School District No.2J.)
for new and existing schools to address overcrowded schools,
provide safe learning environmentsand prepare the District for
projected student growth...
Bonds may be issued in one or more series.Any series of Bonds
would not exceed 26 years or less from issuance date."
Explanatory Statement
Acting on the recommendation of a 35 member community
based task force that considered the input from more than 700
people;the Redmond School Board refers this bond measure.
The measure would fund solutions to overcrowding and to make
repairs protecting the community's investment.
For the past 21 years,the school district has grown at an annual
3.9 percent rate,in the past ten years a 1,660 student increase.
The City of Redmond's Comprehensive Plan targets 55,000
people by 2024.This growth will increase the student population
from 7,100 to 12,000. Redmond High School built in 1970 for
1,200 students'added classrooms in 1994 increasing capacity
to 1,500 students.Today the high school population is 2,100
students,in ten years another 780 students are projected.The
district's seven elementary schools have capacity for 3,100
students with 3,380 elementary students served.Both Elton
Gregory and Obsidian Middle schools are near capacity.
Built before 1970,seven of the district's twelve schools have
heating,electrical systems and building components designed
to last 30 years.Tumalo built in 1918, Evergreen in 1921 are
approaching 90 years of service.These seven schools were
constructed before building codes set standards for life/safety
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9-6 1 Measures
Measure 9-56 Arguments
Argument in Favor Argument in Favor
With schools in the Redmond School District bursting at the seams, No tax dollars are better spent than those for education.
the Redmond School Board appointed a 35 member Facilities Task I am urging you to vote for the$110 million bond measure for new
Force to look into solution for the high school. The task force schools on the May 20 ballot.Children are our future,and it's our
began its work in the fall of 2007 and had members representing responsibility as a community to provide them the best education
a composite of our Redmond School District communities. Our possible.
ages range from 16 to 70+and we represent all income levels, The need for new schools has been created by our
family types,and cultural backgrounds. enormous population growth in the past decade.After extensive
Redmond High School, the largest high school east of the Cas- studies of its facilities,the Redmond School District has defined
cades,has been severely overcrowded for years.Built in 1970 to the need for an additional high school, a new elementary school
accommodate 1,200 students, it now supports over 1,600 kids. and$10 million in repairs to aging school facilities.
Now with 10 portable classrooms on the main campus and using For example,Redmond High School,built in 1970 with a capacity of
the Hartman campus the high school accommodates nearly 2,100 1,200 students,has more than 2,000 students.To handle this extra
students. load,the school uses 10 portables adjacent to the school and the
Hartman campus. The package is a long-term solution to district
The Facilities Task Force spent hundreds of hours working on growth aimed at providing the community with a highly educated,
different options, representing different points of view. After 11 diverse potential work force.
weeks of meetings,listening sessions,and community forums the The city is a dedicated partner in supporting the school
group arrived at a consensus. This consensus was brought to the district's efforts to provide quality education to Redmond's children.
Redmond School Board on February 13,2008. The State of Oregon does not mandate cities to plan for schools as
We truly feel this bond proposal is about our commitment to com- required infrastructure. We,on the other hand,recognize education
munity. It is about all of us as a diverse spectrum of citizens who as a gateway to better opportunities and quality of life. We need
care about what happens to our day to day livability and the overall family wage jobs and a vibrant work force that allows the middle
quality of life. and lower income families to not only survive,but thrive. The city
We spent much time talking aboutthe economic challenges facing has reduced property tax rates four years in a row.And helped
many in our community and what a bond will mean for all of us. identify and acquire property for new schools.
We are at a crossroads. Quality public schools are essential to our Although the school district estimates the initial cost of the measure
community to sustain economic growth and a quality workforce. at$1.55 per$1,000 of assessed value, the effective rate will be
One of the first questions that new businesses look at before bring- $1.03 because the 1992 school construction bonds are retiring.
ing in jobs to a community is"How is your school system?" Please invest in our future, not only in education but to our com-
Each of us cares deeply about this community. What we choose munity as a whole.Remember,as I paraphrase Thomas Jefferson,
now will impact our future. Please join us and vote yes. On behalf the people must be enlightened,and we do this with education.
of the Facilities Task Force: George Endicott,Redmond City Council President
Max Burns, RHS Student Tony Vandermeer, Redmond
Lance Brant,Tumalo
(This information furnished by George Endicott.)
(This information furnished by Edward Boero.)
The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the
County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of
any statement made in the argument any statement made in the argument.
Official Deschutes County 2008 Primary Electfon Voters'Pamphlet
9-71 Measures
Measure 9-56 Arguments
Argument in Favor Argument in Favor
Why can't the Redmond School Distnctjust add onto the existing Redmond High School is the largest high school east of the
schools instead of building new ones? Cascades in Oregon. It was built in 1970 to accommodate 1200
The school administration, school board and bond committee students, and various additions have expanded that capacity to
have been asked this question many times,and there are multiple nearly 1,500 students. However, the current enrollment exceeds
answers. 2,000 students.
Infrastructure is one. Even if a physical building site has room for They're crowded into 10 portables and the adjacent Hartman
an addition, the core facilities of the building usually cannot ac- campus.
commodate more student traffic. Eighty million dollars would construct a new 1,400-student high
At Redmond High School,for example,the student body has long school on the Elkhorn property south of town and provide growing
since outgrown the auditorium, and the commons area gets un- room and a much more conducive learning environment.This would
imaginably overcrowded at lunchtime.There's no way to widen the also allow the Hartman building to return as a third middle school
hallways to get students from one end of the building to another. or a K-8 school,as enrollment needs warrant.
Large student enrollment in a building means more pressure on The bonds would also provide funds for a now$20 million
the restrooms,the library,the administrative spaces,the bus lanes grade school. This facility would replace Evergreen elementary,
and the parking lots. built in 1921 as the original Redmond Union High School.
It just ends up not being cost effective. An architectural firm was tasked with identifying costs to renovate
As the community grows,the classrooms need to be built in the Evergreen. A 35 member community- represented facilities task
areas of new housing.Tom McCall and Vern Patrick schools have force has determined Evergreen would need nearly$21 million in
a very large walk-in enrollment because of their locations. Ever- improvements to bring it up to code and make it safe and energy
green,on the other hand,has a much larger portion of its students efficient.More than one-third of the school districts utilities costs go
arriving on buses. As the demographics of the community have directly to support Evergreen Elementary. It is more cost-effective
changed,fewer families with school-age children are living in the to serve a larger population with a new school,
core area. The other$10 million would provide for badly needed repairs to
Larger schools are not advantageousto asafe and healthy learning aging facilities throughout the district. Seven of the districts' 12
environment. Last year during the Redmond Education Visioning schoolswere built priorto 1970.These olderbuildings have heating,
process, the administration listened to the public about its goals electrical and plumbing systems designed to last 30 years. Even
for education. One of those was smaller learning environments, though the district has budgetedfor maintenance everyyear,costs
A high school of 1,400 students fits that vision much better than a have exceeded needed repairs.
school of 2,000 or 2,500. The need for these facilities has been created by our rapid growth,
Additional schools also provide more opportunities for participation especially in the past decade.Growth will help payfor itself,because
in extra curricular activities.Whether you're talking about student as more homes and businesses come on to the tax roles,the lower
government,academic clubs, band,choir or athletics, it's all part the impact will be on each one of us.
of that smaller learning environment. Please join me in voting YES for the future of our community.
Please join us in voting yes—for the sake of our grandchildren. Marilyn Warner,Tumalo
Spike and MaryAnn Durfee
Crooked River Ranch
(Tlro's information furnished by Marilyn Warner)
(This information furnished by Spike and MaryAnn Dudee.)
The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the
County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of
any statement made in the argument. any statement made in the argument.
Official Deschutes County 2008 Primary Election Voters'Pamphlet
9-8 1 Measures
Measure 9=56 Arguments
Argument in Favor
We are a committed group of your neighbors, friends,
and family in the Redmond School District who strongly believe the
$110 million bond proposal is a cost-effective, long-term solution
to the overcrowding in the district.
Eighty million dollars will fund a new 1,400-student high
school, $20 million will provide a new 600-student elementary
school,and$10 million will be applied to expand current repairs in
the remainder of the schools. The School Board will appoint a citi-
zen's advisory group to provide oversight on Bond expenditures,
Please join us in investing in our future,quality educa-
tion,and our community as a whole. For a more complete list of
supporters and endorsements,please log on to:www.voteyesrsd.
corn
Alan G.Unger Edward O. Prince Michael McIntosh
Chris Severin Carl Vertrees Barry Maroni Stanley Steele
Jim Erickson Katie Hammer Robert Chadwick
J. Patrick Higgins Ginger Vertrees Paul L. Rodby
Ronald Munkres Cathy Miller Mike Schiel
Annette(Toni) Duff Tim Moor Amy Moor Jody Carrell
Linda Holland John Holland Edward Boero
Douglas Snyder Bill Dahl Jim Parsing Kathy Parsing
Loie Boero Stephen A.Herbert Diana Barker
Steve Buettner Toni Buettner
Michael Broderick, Broderick-Pierce&Leavitt Insurance
Jo Anne Sutherland,Interim President/CPO Boys&Girls Clubs
of Central Oregon
(This information furnished by Edward Boem.)
The prinfing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the
County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of
any statement made in the argument. any statement made m the argument.
Official Deschutes County 2008 Primary.Election Voters'Pamphlet
9-9 1 Measures
Deschutes County Commissioner Deschutes County°Com miss ioner,
Position 2 Position'2
Robert Ray Alan Unger
Democrat Democrat
NO PHOTO
SUBMITTED occupation:l currently work in Occupation:
the family business Auto Parts ` 2003—Present:
Mart in LaPine,Oregon I Elder are Provider
2001 -Present:
Occupational Background: Mayor of Redmond
Auto Parts Mart,Lapine OR
Casper College,Casper,WY;
Beaufort County,Beaufort,SC;United States Marine Corps Occupational Background:
Educational Background:AACriminal Justice Casper College, 2001 -2003 Community Advocate/Central Oregon
Casper WY Partnership.
1983-2001 Co-Owner—Central Oregon Paint Supply
Redmond
Prior Governmental Experience:NONE 1976-2001 Owner—A.Unger Contracting Redmond
1973-1975 Corrections Officer—Multnomah County Sheriff
As a small business owner I see the need for the BOCC to have Educational Background:
a variety of experience represented not one heavily laden with 2006: Luke Center Pacific Program
developers. An 8 day catalytic leadership program
I think that a five member Board should be implemented to rep- 1968-1973 University of Portland
resent all areas of the County, Sisters, Redmond, LaPine Bend Bachelor of Science
and an at large member. 1964-1968 Redmond High School
For Deschutes County where app. 30%of the registered voters Prior Governmental Experience:
are unaffiliated or independent an effort should be made to al- 2001 —Present Mayor—City of Redmond
low those voters to have a voice in the selection of major party 2000-2001 Councilor—City of Redmond
canidates if they choose to support them. 1993—2000 Planning Commissioner
I currently haven't seen what I believe is the leadership required 1998—Present Member—Central Oregon Area Commission
to represent the people. on Transportation
I'm tired of voting for the lesser of two evils. With the elevated 2002—Present Member—Oregon Freight Advisory
turnouts seen in other States perhaps this is the turning point Committee
when the people take back the government. 2003—2006 Director—League of Oregon Cities
2005—Present Director—League of Oregon Cities
Foundation.
(This information furnished by Robert Ray.) 2007—Present Member—Governors Fiscal Reform
Taskforce
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county.
I want to be your County Commissioner.
I will be sure your voice is heard and your questions are an-
swered.
Customer service is important to me.
Deschutes is a healthy County that has experienced a lot of growth
and that will continue.
We all know this is a great place to live and need to be smart
about growth to protect our quality of life.
Growth needs to pay for its impacts.
My top issues are:roads,water,education,public transportation,
jobs,housing,balancing wildlife with recreation,less moneycom-
ing in to fund services and our quality of life.
I am already working on these issues from a city perspective and
I welcome the challenge of working on them for our county.
I have been Mayor of Redmond for the last seven years.
Under my leadership, Redmond has successfully planned and
acted to address growth, more industry, workforce housing and
buildable land.
I have solved problems in Redmond; I will do the same for
Deschutes County.
I have worked with decision makers at all levels of our government.I
believe now is the time for change.
I will to listen to you to find ways to keep Deschutes County the
beautiful,liveable place you moved here to enjoy.
(This information furnished by Alan G.Unger.)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county.
Official Deschutes County 2008 Primary Election Voters'.Pamphlet
9-10 1 Candidates
Deschutes County Commissioner Deschutes County Commissioner
Position 2 Position 2
Mike Daly Judy Duncan
Republican Republican
Occupation:Deschutes County Occupation: Business Owner
Commissioner 25 years including Frontier
Occupational Background: Cash and Carry, a lumberyard
1964- 1973 Oregon State ` . . in Bend
Police Officer Consultant,Fundraiserfornon-
1975-1978 Legal Investigator profit organizations:
&Pilot for Law Firm Commercial Office building Owner and manager
1978-1980 Realtor Southern Crossing Bridge Referendum Chair, Ex. Director
1980-1984 Construction Superintendent Bend Downtowners, Event Coordinator CORIL, Grant Man-
1984-2001 Owner/Operator, Mike Daly Excavation ager CORIL program, Coordinator St. Charles Heart Inst.
2001 -Present Deschutes County Commissioner Luau,Coordinator COCC Meal of the Year
Educational Background: Occupational Background:
Graduate Culver High School
Umpqua Community College/ Police Science and English Educational Background:North Eugene HS,Attended Southern
Courses Oregon College, Completed COCC Small Business Manage-
COCC,Real estate and Business Law Studies ment program,Continuing education:U of 0 Festival and Events
Management program
Prior Governmental Experience:
Prior Governmental Experience: Juvenile Services Commis-
8 years Oregon State Construction Contractor's Board Sion,Blue Ribbon Committee for Sheriff's dept.Stable Funding
Redmond Planning Commission
COIC Board, Heart of Oregon Corps board, COVA Board, COMMUNITY:Bend Chamberof Commerce:President,board of
Historical Society Board,Chair of Hospital Authority Board. directors,Bend Chamber Citizen of the Year,President's Award,
Deschutes County Commissioner Volunteer of the Month
Children's Soccer Coach, Quota Club of Bend, Officer,
Mike Daly Developed"Century Club"of Bend which later became"School to
Republican Candidate for Deschutes County Commissioner Career',Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Volunteer,25 years
I have been your Deschutes County Commissioner for a little over Chaired Committee to evaluate year round school
seven years. During that time I have gained valuable experience LES STILES, RETIRED DESCHUTES COUNTY SHERIFF
in all of the services Deschutes County Government Provides. In Deschutes County will face two critical issues in the next four
the next four years if I am re-elected,the Citizens of Deschutes years.Those issues are a very challenging economy and public
County will benefit from that experience. safety. Tough times require tough decisions,and Judy Duncan will
I consider myself a Fiscal Conservative and I am always looking for make sure that your hard-eamed tax dollars are well spent.
ways the County can save money on a project. The re-model of JIM LEE,ADVOCATE FOR THE DISABLED
the Deschutes County Jail,a proposed forty million dollar project, Judy has a strong sense of purpose,always doing a quality job.
the ground water issue in South Deschutes County and finding She will work hard forthe bettermentof ourcommunity,will listen,
money for our County Road preservation projects are but a few be fiscally sound and will get results for us all.
of the issues that we need to deal with in the next four years. I LARRY KIMMEL,BEND,OR.
have the experience to deal with those issues. Judy Duncan has the intellect and desire to effectively serve as a
I have been known as the Commissioner who stands up for the Deschutes County Commissioner because of her passion for our
little guy. I am always available to help any Deschutes County community,business experience and communications skills.
Citizen who may be frustrated by the burocratic processes often I come into this race with a purpose:To see Deschutes County
found in local government. I happen to believe one of the reasons be financially healthy in order to maintain the quality of life we all
I was elected to this job was to represent the Citizens interests expect...now and 20 years from now.
I will be honored to serve as your County Commissioner for I will be fair and steadfast in attending to the county's business.
another four years. To learn more,visit my website:www.iudvduncan com
(This information furnished by Judy Duncan.)
(This information furnished by Michael M,Daly.)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county.
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county.
:Official Deschutes County 2008 Primary Election Voters'Pamphlet ! ,
9.11 Candidates
REMEMBER !
All ballots must be received at a drop site
or the Deschutes County Clerk's Office
no later than
8 pm, May 20, 2008
Postmarks Do Not Count!