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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-11-04 - Voters Pamphlet voters ' pamphlet Oregon Vote-by-Mail General Election November 4, 2014 Dear Deschutes County Voter: This is your November 4,2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet provided by your Deschutes County Clerk's office. It includes information about candidates and measures from local jurisdictions within the boundaries of Deschutes County.We have inserted the Deschutes County Voters'Pamphlet in the State Voters'Pamphlet to save on mailing costs.The State Voters'Pamphlet includes federal and state candidates and measures. This pamphlet contains the ballot measures and explanatory statements 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. Ballots will be mailed on Wednesday, October 15,2014,to each registered voter. Here are a few things you should know: • Voted ballots MUST be received at our office or an official drop site location by 8:00 pm,Tuesday,November 4,2014 to be counted. Remember to sign your ballot envelope. • The names of the candidates on your ballot will appear in random alphabetical order. In accordance with ORS 254.155, random ordering of the letters is conducted prior to each election. • Not all the candidates or measures in this Voters'Pamphlet will be on your ballot.Your residence address de- termines those districts for which you may vote.Your official ballot will contain only those issues on which you are eligible to vote, based on where you live. • Not all candidates submit information for the Voters'Pamphlet so you may have candidates on your ballot that are not in the Voters'Pamphlet. • This Voters'Pamphlet is online at www.deschutes.org/clerk.After 8:00 pm on election night,preliminary election results will be posted online at www.deschutes.org/electionresults. • If a ballot was delivered to your residence for someone who should no longer be receiving a ballot at your ad- dress,please write"RETURN"on the envelope and place it back in your mailbox. Sincerely, / 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 color bar on the outside edge.All information contained in the county portion of this pamphlet has been assembled and printed by your county clerk. Index to Voters' Pamphlet All candidates had the opportunity to submit a picture and statement regarding their candidacy for this pamphlet.The following candidates submitted information.The text of the candidate statements,measures and arguments were printed as submitted. MeaSUI S ; Page 9-100 Newberry Estates Special Road District 9-5 9-101 City of Sisters 9-6 9-102 Sisters School District 9-7 9-103 Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District 9-8 Candidates Page Asson,David A 9-22 Allman,Tory 9-20 Baney,Tammy 9-11 Barram,Jodie 9-10 Blankenship,Nancy 9-12 Boddie,Nathan 9-13 Boozell,Ron 9-14 Boyd,Brad 9-22 Campbell,Barb 9-16 Capell,Mark 9-13 DeBone,Tony 9-10 Endicott,George 9-19 Lowry,Robert Wayne 9-12 Graham,Anne 9-20 Greiner,Donald 9-18 Holzman,Wendy 9-23 Kuhn,William 9-24 Mulenex,Ken 9-17 Onimus,Ed 9-21 Patrick,Robert J 9-21 Ramsay,Scott 9-16 Roats,Casey 9-14 Seales,Lisa 9-15 Ward,Karen Janeth 9-18 Voting Information 9-4 Official Deschutes County 2014 General 1e VoteV r ;% 9 9-2 I Index Drop Site Locations Bend Sisters Deschutes Service Center Sisters City Hall 1300 NW Wall St 520 E Cascade Ave (Box located on Parkway side of building) Oct 17—Nov 3: 8 am-5 pm Available 7 days a week (Usual Business Hours& Days) Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 4:open until 8 pm Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 4: 8 am-8 pm Drive-By Drop Site Sunriver Corner of Wall St and Lafayette Ave Sunriver Area Public Library (Parking Area) Drive-By Drop Site Fri&Mon, Oct 31 & Nov 3: 8 am—6 pm Sunriver Business Park Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 4: 7 am-8 pm 56855 Venture Ln Friday,Oct 31: 8 am-5pm Deschutes County Road Department Monday, Nov 3: 8 am—6 pm 61150 SE 27th St Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 4:8 am-8 pm Available 7 days a week Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 4: open until 8 pm Terrebonne Terrebonne Sheriff Substation La Pine 8154 11th St,Suite 3 Drive-By Drop Site Fri&Mon,Oct 31 &Nov 3:8 am- 1 pm&2 pm-5 pm La Pine Public Library Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 4:8 am- 1 pm&2 pm-8 pm 16425 1st St (1st St& Huntington Rd) Beginning Friday,Oct 31: 24-hour drive-by Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 4:open until 8 pm Redmond Redmond Public Library Drive-By Drop Site (Located on west side of Library) 827 SW Deschutes Ave Available 7 days a week, open Oct 17: 24-hour drive-by Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 4: open until 8 pm County Clerk's office, 1300 NW Wall St, Upper Floor, Bend — Privacy Booths Provided Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, 2014: 7 am to 8 pm Remember! All ballots must be received at an official drop site or the Deschutes County Clerk's office no later than 8 pm, Election Day, Tuesday, November 4, 2014 Postmarks Do Not Count! II' Official Deschutes Coutity2014 General Election it Voting Information deck your ballot! Registering to Vote To be eligible to vote in the November 4, 2014 General Make sure you have completely Election, a completed voter registration card must be filled in the oval next to your choices. postmarked by Tuesday,October 14,2014. To Register To Vote In Oregon,You Must Be: 1. A resident of Oregon. 4110.'r 7111!ty• 2. A United States citizen. 3. At least 17 years of age. If you are 17 years of age, you will not receive a ballot until an election occurs on or after your 18th birthday. If you vote for more candidates than You Must Update Your Registration If: allowed,or if you vote both Yes and No on • Your residence or mailing address changes. a measure,it is called an overvote. • Your name changes. Your vote will not count for that candidate • You wish to change your party affiliation. or measure. • Your signature changed. VW. MO Important Note: If you have moved or your.name has changed and you have not yet updated your registration, you are still eligible to vote.Contact the Deschutes Coun- ty Elections office,541-388-6547 for further information. '�` .444 ®��. Voters With Disabilities: If you are unable to vote your ballot without assistance, You do not have to vote on all contests. contact the Deschutes County Elections office at Those you do vote on will still be counted. 541-388-6547. We will provide two persons to assist you in voting.To assure your voted ballot is received by Contact Deschutes County Elections office at election day,contact the elections office early to arrange 541-388-6547 to request a replacement ballot if: for assistance.You may also select someone else of your -.->you make a mistake own choice to assist you. 4 your ballot is damaged or spoiled A cassette edition of the Voters' Pamphlet is available. +your ballot is lost To order,please contact Independent Living Resources at 503-232-7411 or TTY 503-232-8408. or for any other reason. Voting Instructions 1-866-ORE-VOTES(se habla Espanol) Check Your Ballot! www.oregonvotes.gov TTY 1-800-735-2900 To vote you must blacken the oval (MN) completely with a pen(black or blue ink). To write-in a name—Write the name on the solid line Deschutes County and fill in the oval (OM)to the left of the write-in line. Elections and Voting 1300 NW Wall St. � € Remember, if stated on your ballot, api Bend,Oregon vote both sides of your ballot. N•RTON AVENUE I OH I N 5 I I } Q I z - Elections - and 7;4 Voting j LAFAYETTE AVENUE I IT 1 r Official awes C tintW 2014 General•Eldon°'Votere'Parnplilet r r H i33; 9-4 I Voting Information Measure 9-100 Newberry Estates Special Road District vactot Title Five-Year Local Option Tax for District Dust Abatement QUESTION: Shall the District Impose $.40 per$1000 of assessed value for 094,b ter t Program,for five years beginning 2015-18/ Thie I wema)cause pr p to increase more than three per mt 6 SUMMARY: The Ne� 4t 4 e strict" 'Will"use'thef C* 2 to apply Dust Abatement Materiel on seledt d roads In tl District.The District will comply with peal ements of cue Pollution Control within the County WitheLtt,fftle additional revenue the District would be unable to add this program to it's,present budget. The proposed rate weld generate ap- proximately$9,140 in 2013.16,$9,415 in 2016-17,$9,597 in 2017-18,$9,988 in 2018-19,$10,288 in 2019-20 for a total of $48,530 for the five year period. On a$100,000 home,the assessment would be approximately$40 per year, The esti- mated tax cost for this measure IS an ESTIMATE.ONLY based on the best information available from thepotn assessor at the time of the estimate .a ititir s would come out of the Iisa Explanatory Statement The Newberry Estates Special Road District("District")provides snow removal,grading,gravel application,weed control,and fire break/vehicle safety corridor for all roads within the District. The District's current tax levy is$.7831 per$1000 of the assessed value of property in the District. This measure would add a tax levy of$.40 per$1000 of the assessed value of property in the District for a period of five years. The estimated annual cost for a home valued at$100,000 would be$40. All of the District's budget is spent on road service/repairs and directly related expenses every year. This measure would gener- ate revenue to allow the District to apply dust abatement material on selected roads within the District. The Board will designate roads for dust abatement application based on road use and other environmental factors. The measure would raise approximately $9,141 the first year. The estimated cost for dust abatement application in 2015 is$11,000. The District would cover the ad- ditional expense with its existing budget. (This information furnished by Frank A.Mengel,President,Newberry Estates Special Road District.) Official Deschutes Count y 2014 Genl Election yld3srs'Ptt �. ., <. 9-5 I Measures Measure 9-101 City of Sisters Ballot l Explanatory Statement 0 „ ' , , - Earlier this year the Sisters City Council adopted a moratorium on medical marijuana dispensaries within the city of Sisters. After III .,,,,,,,,:,;„,..1,,,,,4,,,,,, discussions with proponents and opponents of medical marijuana dispensaries,the City Council decided to allow the voters within the AMENDS CITY.CODE TQ A�f aw-' i city to decide whether dispensaries should be permitted within the MARIJUANA D1SPEN*ARIES'SHIN S'.S `ERS., city.With the assistance of a citizen group,a proposed city code provision was drafted and the City Council approved placing it on QUESTION; Shall the Sisters Vie:be arne try,alto the ballot. A yes vote would approve the proposed code provision regulated Medical marijuana,dispensaries to v tr to allow and regulate medical marijuana dispensaries within the city. the Sisters city limits' , If approved,the proposed ballot measure would allow medical marl- SUMMARY:The Sister city ceertem is proposing an addi. juana dispensaries to operate in certain land use districts within the tion to the Sisters municipal code to allow medical marijuana Sisters city limits. The dispensaries would be permitted only within dispensaries to operate within city limits, the Highway Commercial District and the Downtown Commercial The dispensaries would be pettrtitted only Within,the Highway District but would not be allowed on or within 100 feet of Cascade Avenue. The Highway Commercial District is designated as HC on Commercial District and Ddvvntowrt Cornmititiii0 Distn t Nit the map below. It extends on both sides of Highway 20 from just would=not be allowed on or within t00feetot.. deAv iue•,, north of Railway to just south of Barclay Drive on the east side of A proposed dispensary would have to Ineetaltetere*-„,,,c, Highway 20 and to just north of Highway 242/Hood Avenue on the merits for licensing alai would egttirecity'sta a 0 n: ( ,. west side of Highway 20. The Downtown Commercial District is opening.In addition;a dispensarywQuld be rage ''" "? , designated as DC on the map below. It extends from the intersec- with all city code rovislons and the.;additi tonal r tY t� ' i* , .. tion of Hood Avenue and Cascade Avenue on the west to Locust of this ballot measure including that the elePeraettreaelete,! Street on the east and from just south of Hood Avenue to just north only between the hours of 10:00 am and 7:00 p.m.and that of Adams Avenue with a portion extending to Barclay Drive. the dispensary not display orseti arrfjua infp �a�; Any proposed dispensary would be required to meet all state re- that are manufactured or packaged in a manner that is at quirements for licensing and operation. Before opening a proposed tractive to minors. dispensary would also require approval by city staff that it complies Voter approval of this measure would add the proposed lari- with all state and local requirements. In addition, a dispensary guage to the Sisters municipal,code. would be required to comply with all city code provisions and the additional requirements of this ballot measure including that the dispensary operate only between the hours of 10:00 a.m.and 7:00 p.m.and that the dispensary not display or sell marijuana infused products that are manufactured or packaged in a manner that is attractive to minors. (This information furnished by Brad Boyd,Mayor,City of Sisters.) j ' City of Sisters Zoning Map r . l;/ < \, ..,� -- 1 , tii,:!::,::;:,/:, ilipi ,,,,„ -' .., ,,:\ e t R +5 ESE:. [i , Y,,,.....,„ , „.,,, jj pp��py �O 1,46.4 _...i ile: ' 7 -t:i I%- I, {�14 Ym 1$ '[ .wn.!9wsMnr ... �_$... i ray �I ." .-� �" �� .,h,a __ F,.:. F i Az1¢+z S i ^wf Official Deschutes CoUn4r 2014 General Election Voter a"4t �hl' �L�K s: !' 9-6 I Measures Measure 9-102 Sisters School District #6 :3 Upgrade all buildings to improve access for all people, including ADA upgrades. Repair concrete walkways throughout the district, replace old windows and improve energy efficiency with a variety of building upgrades. Bonds for safety,security,repairs,renovations and Technology and curriculum upgrades:Update equipment and im- technology Improvements. prove technology in classrooms including modern digital textbooks. QUESTION:Shall Sisters School District improve school safety and security and repair,and maintain district fttellitles by issi (This information furnished by Jim Golden,Sisters School District#6.) $14,500,000 in bonds? If the bonds are approved,they va(t ' payable from taxes on property or property ownership that are; not subject to the limits of sins 11 and 11 E,A Oregon Constitution, SUMMARY:If approved this m b r safety and security improvements,, y renovations for the following pet :' •Make safety and security ems all schools. •Repair parking lots and ifil e-slte lfnjprcvefriehts •Renovate schools to be ADA compliant •Replace outdated phone systems-, •Replace the roof at Sisters High School •Renovate HVAC system at Sisters High School •Replace and renovate tech oletlYjrltxaSt9 gyre i a •Upgrade technology,dtrtrio tfrf,.uinlshirtg ert E.� •Pay bond issuance coste Bonds would mature in a peti l 60 tt 4 the date of issue and may-belteiati. s = The tax attestor th !o . _ ,64 per$1,0 of € for a home with an aases�: ithe, 'ttlG,tOi. differ based upon actual tit tomes;Incurred and actual_' growth in,assessed wales Explanatory Statement Sisters School District serves approximately 1,200 students in 3 schools.It has been almost 13 years(2001)since the last capital bond measure in the Sisters School District.Meanwhile,the district has gone through the"Great Recession"and has seen educational funding tighten as a result of this recession.The Sisters School District has the lowest school tax rate of any of the school districts in Deschutes County. The$14,500,000 bond would address safety/security improve- ments, repair and upgrade facilities including improving facility access for all people, replacing the SHS roof, HVAC upgrades and other building renovations that will lead to better student learning environments. The overall tax rate for the new bond is estimated to be 64 cents per$1,000 of assessed property value over the life of the bonds. Proceeds from the bond measure would help Sisters School District: Increase school safety/security Make safety upgrades to doors, classroom locks, building en- trances,including modern surveillance systems in each building with emergency reporting systems. Upgrade safety lighting. Replace outdated phone system to include modern security features. Reconfigure and improve the bus drop off at SES. Fix all school district parking lots. Repair the HVAC system at SHS. Official Deschutes County 2014 Germ lohoter ;6'srrtlft 9-7 I Measures Measure 9-103 Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District The replacement and renovation of the two fire stations would Ballot Titer ,; provide full-size apparatus bays that accommodate modern ap- paratus, a training room, indoor storage for equipment/supplies 9 f' ', and emergency generators. iO3 y The District has two front-line fire engines which are 31 and 25 Cloverdale Rural Fire .1, ` t t', i � � years old. Because of age and condition,they fail to meet current Obligation Bond Authilrialiori, T' nationally recognized safety standards. Another engine(31 years ,o, old)was taken out of service due to safety and reliability issues. QUESTION:Shall the District iseue g a ation bends Funding would provide two new replacement engines designed in an amount not exceeding$2,475,00011 'ands are ap-- for structural and wildland firefighting, rescue, and all weather/ proved,they wilt be.payable from taxes on property or property off-road operation. The new engines would provide reliability and ownership that are not subject to the limits of Sections 11 and required safety features for our volunteers,(enclosed cabs,anti-lock 11 b.Article Xi of the Oregon onstitution, brakes,three-point seat restraints, and all-wheel drive). Funding SUMMARY if approved,this measure would provide funds would also provide two new command/utility vehicles(used for for capital costs including: emergency response and support) replacing vehicles 13 and 25 - Replacement of front line fire engines and years old. vehicles; In addition,funding would also replace some of our primary safety - Replacement of the Cloverdale Readflrtatonwtthtrrew equipment: two way radios, which meet newly mandated FCC fire station; ' ---, , standards,and air bottles for self-contained breathing apparatus. Renovation of the George Cyrus Road ire ion; These improvements would aid in recruiting and retaining a profes- - Replacement of emergency response equipment; bond issuance Costs sional volunteer firefighting force. ',its Respectfully, Bonds would mature in 20 years or tees firorfi the date isStranre.and may issued in more them a aeries The Thad Olsen,Fire Chief measure is estimated to cost taxpayere al r•e'tSf$.498- Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District per thousand of assessed value each year For the owner of a home or properly owner,the estimated annual average cost (This information furnished by Thad Olsen,Fire Chief,Cloverdale Rural would be$45.98 per$100,000 of taxable assessed value.The. Fire Protection District.) estimated tax cost for this measure,is an ESTIMATE ONLY, based on the best information available froth the t tt fie' 1 sessor at the time of the estimate. Explanatory Statement If approved,this measure not to exceed$2,475,000 of general ob- ligations bonds,provides funds for capital expenditures including: • Replacement of front line fire engines and emergency vehicles; • Replacement of the Cloverdale Road fire station with a new fire station; • Renovation of the George Cyrus Road fire station; • Replacement of emergency response equipment. Bonds would mature twenty(20)years from the date of issuance. The estimated cost to taxpayers is an average of$.4598 per thou- sand of assessed value each year. Estimated average cost would be$7.66/month,for a home with a$200,000 assessed value. Tax cost for this measure is an estimate only,based on the best information available from the County Assessor. The Cloverdale Fire District covers fifty approximately(50)square miles between Sisters,Bend and Redmond.Organized in 1963, the District is governed by a Board of Directors elected by the voters of the District. The Fire District operates from two fire stations and is staffed with 25 volunteer firefighters and emergency medical personnel, (who serve without pay),one full time Fire Chief and one full time Training Officer.The District provides structural and wildland fire- fighting,emergency medical,rescue and fire prevention services. The station on George Cyrus road was built in 1967.The station at Cloverdale Road and Highway 20 was built in 1974. Neither fire station has been certified as meeting current building or seismic standards. Several vehicles are less than 18 inches clearance when in the bays.Garage doors and bays were sized for smaller equipment of thirty-five years ago and do not fit today's larger fire engines. Official Deschutes County 2014 General Election Voters',Pamphlet s ,..W. `' 9-8 I Measures Measure 9-103 Arguments Argument in FavorFi r .v.. . 1 � 3, The Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District Board of Directors For over 50 years,your neighbors of the Cloverdale Volunteer encourages you to vote yes on measure 9-103. Fire Fighters Association(CVFFA)have honorably and selflessly Throughout its 50 year history,the Fire District has worked served our community and our community has always responded hard to be good stewards of tax dollars and provide quality with tremendous support. Neighbors helping neighbors is what service to the Cloverdale community.This Bond Levy is critical makes this community special. to the ability of the District to continue to provide fire,rescue, WHEN YOU CALL ON US,WE RESPOND! and medical services that are expected by the taxpayer with NOW YOUR FIRE FIGHTERS ARE CALLING ON YOU. the current budget,as well as provide for the safety of the With the lowest tax rate in all of Central Oregon,the Cloverdale Volunteer firefighters that serve them. Rural Fire Protection District has always scrutinized every dol- The department has utilized necessary measures to keep the lar spent to determine how to provide the best service possible equipment and vehicles operational over the years and it is with very limited resources.Throughout the years,the CVFFA now apparent that these measures cannot be continued for the has raised funds and donated thousands of hours to improve next 20 years. fire district facilities and purchase necessary equipment for the • Current stations lack working room safety of responders and the benefit of the community.Although o In some cases only 18"separates vehicles creating a Cloverdale is a small fire district,your fire fighters achieved one safety hazard of the best ISO ratings of any rural district and even rival many o Modern fire engines will not fit in existing facilities larger departments with significantly more resources.This means o Firefighters are at risk when backing apparatus into bays lower insurance premiums for you and your neighbors.In recent • One station has no indoor plumbing in the apparatus build- years,the district has successfully upgraded many of its older ing apparatus while working within tight budget constraints. o Personnel require sanitary facilities especially after emer- THE GOAL IS TO PROVIDE THE BEST SERVICE gency responses POSSIBLE TODAY • The 2 first-out engines are 31 and 25 years old WHILE PLANNING FOR THE BEST SERVICE o They fail to meet current standards(fully enclosed cab, POSSIBLE TOMORROW. 3-point safety harness,etc.) o They lack reliability(risk of mechanical failure causing The district's current front line fire engines have far surpassed slow or no response) their usable service life.They came as surplus from other depart- • Firefighting equipment is in need of updating ments and are simply unable to do the job safely and reliably o Air bottles life will expire shortly any longer.Now is the time to purchase new apparatus to serve o Communications equipment does not meet new federal our community for the future.The current district facilities would standards require upgrading since they are too small to accommodate This bond would provide for solving the above issues and larger,modern fire engines.Current district funding is incapable of fulfilling these needs. would also aid in the recruitment and retention of quality vol- unteers which has become a nationwide problem.Providing a YOUR VOLUNTEER FIRE FIGHTERS ARE ASKING FOR safe working environment with equipment that meets national YOUR SUPPORT BY VOTING guidelines will be an attractor for Volunteers and will aid in see- YES ON MEASURE 9-103 ing the District through the next 20 years. •VOTE YES for SAFER APPARATUS for your fire fighters. The District needs well trained firefighters and emergency •VOTE YES for more RELIABLE APPARATUS and responses. medical personnel and needs them to arrive quickly and safely. •VOTE YES to IMPROVE FACILITIES to house modern That's the mission—to saves lives and property. apparatus. Jerry Johnson •VOTE YES to SUPPORT YOUR VOLUNTEER President,on behalf of the Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection FIRE FIGHTERS. District Board of Directors. (This information furnished by Damon E.Frutos,Cloverdale Volunteer (This information furnished by Jerry Johnson,Cloverdale Rural Fire Fire Fighters Association.) Protection District Board of Directors.) 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 County of Deschutes,nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of any statement made in the argument. of any statement made in the argument. W;r,, €' t/% % Official Desettute$ Electloe 9-9 I Measures Deschutes County Corm`ssio ter, Position I - - , 3 3 Jodie Tony "Pr' Barram DeBone Democrat Republican Working Families Occupation: City Councilor, Occupation:Deschutes County City of Bend; Educational As- 3° *NW, Commissioner; Economic sistant, High Desert Education Development of Central Oregon Service District President-Elect;Neighborlmpact Occupational Background: Board of Directors -- Small Business Owner, Book- Occupational Background: keeping,Secretarial,Banking,Hospitality Air Force Space Command Educational Background: George Fox University, Bachelor's as Observatory Operator, Mission Planner and MTS Software Degree,Nutrition/Business;Lakeview High School,Diploma Engineer; CeIlTech R&D as Computational Biologist; I have owned several small businesses. Prior Governmental Experience: Elected: Bend City Council; Appointed:Bend City Council,Mayor Pro Tern;OSU-C Campus Educational Background: Bachelor of Science, Electronics Expansion Advisory Committee,Co-Chair;Central Oregon Cities Technology,Northern Michigan University;Association of Oregon Organization;Visit Bend;Bend 2030;Bend Planning Commission, Counties;County College;Ford Institute for Community Building, Vice Chair; Bend Metropolitan Planning Organization Budget Leadership Program Committee,Chair;Residential Lands Study Steering Committee Prior Governmental Experience: Deschutes County I want to be your Deschutes County Commissioner because I'm Commissioner,2011-present;La Pine Park&Recreation District, compelled to continue working on a regional level to find positive Board of Directors/Chair, 2005-2010, Project Wildfire Steering solutions for the future.I'm a native Oregonian,born in Redmond Committee,2011-current:La Pine Economic Development Group, 41 years ago to John and Judy (Arnett)Howell. Now,my husband Sisters Economic Development Advisory Committee and I are raising our children here in Central Oregon.It will take ABOUT TONY DEBONE leadership with a vision to make Deschutes County more livable I am a husband and father,a small business owner,a homeowner. for working families,for everyone,long term. I am a citizen,taxpayer and voter just like you! If elected,serving with integrity,transparency,and humility is my JOBS AND THE ECONOMY utmost goal.What are my other priorities? My#1 priority is job creation and economic diversity--high tech, ENSURING LIVABILITY-We need a livable county for all.I will renewable energy,efficient building practices,general aviation and utilize my land use management experience to balance diverse tourism all have great potential. I welcome the OSU Cascades interests and protect the natural resources we all cherish. campus and the new workforce and opportunities it will bring. I will continue to partner with the economic development organizations EXPANDING HIGHER EDUCATION-Deschutes County citizens to support creating jobs in all of Deschutes County. should have increased access to higher education. Working in FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR DESCHUTES COUNTY Pre-K through 12th grade.I understand the power of education in our region. I have been at the forefront of expanding OSU- I pledge to work with my fellow commissioners and the citizens Cascades and COCC. to hold the line on spending and expansion and to keep your confidence in your county government. My record bears out ENHANCING OUR JOB MARKET-As an elected official,I have this philosophy. cultivated our regional economy by building a strong business CENTRAL OREGON LIFESTYLE infrastructure.We have the opportunity to leverage the diversity of our communities to attract new businesses and grow existing As County Commissioner,I pledge to continue working with ALL ones throughout Deschutes County. of Deschutes County to preserve our high quality of life for gen- erations to come,to fight for our land use rights and ensure that ENDORSEMENTS -Too many for this space! Visit jodieforde- everyone is treated on a fair and consistent basis.We chose to schutes.com for a full list of elected officials like Oran Teater, return to Central Oregon to raise our son,spend more time with former Bend Mayor;Julie Craig, Member, Bend-LaPine School extended family and enjoy the recreational and rural lifestyle. Board;organizations like Bend Firefighter's Association;and many I am asking for your vote.Let's talk about the solutions that will community members. continue to make Deschutes County a place where families thrive VOTE JODIE BARRAM FOR DESCHUTES COUNTY and we preserve our high quality of life for generations to come. COMMISSIONER www.ElectTonyDeBone.com JodieForDeschutes.com (This information furnished by Jodie D.Barram.) (This information furnished by Tony DeBone.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. C ° ,. s Official Des t rty 2014 General E1 t1 I � u ` , t `, 'y� y , g , 3 X '' , 9-10 I Candidates x r Deschutes County x 3 � , 3, �5 Commissioner, Position 3 Tammy - Baney r 3< - Republican Democrat ®y, - Occupation: Elected County `� , Commissioner Occupational Background: . Elected County Commissioner; Real Estate Sales/Investments; 1 Business Management Community Involvement: Central Oregon Health Council, Chair; KIDS Center, Advisory Board; Healthy Beginnings, Advisory Board; Central Oregon Visitors Association, Member; Arts Central Board, Advisory; Founding Member,Family Access Network Foundation Educational Background: University of Phoenix; Central Oregon Community College;County Leadership Ins,Cambridge Leadership Assoc. Recognition: 2012 Oregon Statesman of the Year, Oregon Business Association;2010 Mental Health Award of Excellence,Association of Oregon Counties; 2009 Public Official of the Year, Central Oregon Builders Association; 2008 Outstanding Public Partner Award,Partnership to End Poverty;2007 Outstanding Community Service, Project Homeless Connect; 2005 Deschutes County Public Health Hero;2005 Central Oregon Volunteer of the Year Prior Governmental Experience:Elected County Commissioner; Commission on Children and Families; Appointed Oregon Commission on Children and Families Budget Committee;Family Law Advisory Committee;Public Safety Coordinating Council; Governor Appointed Member:Oregon Transportation Commission, 2012-present;Oregon Housing Council,2010-present Our county is just now beginning to show signs of recovery;I have a deep commitment to seeing that our county continues to keep core services strong to support a full recovery. Raised in Deschutes County,I am committed to economic vitality by keeping our community strong. I will continue to; • Seek out and remove barriers and regulation that get in the way of business growth and expansion. • Invest in public safety funding to keep our communities safe. • Invest in road funding and land use planning which supports job creation,development,and tourism. • Seek opportunities with private business and local govern- ments to collaborate in providing services.This strengthens local partnerships,lowers overall costs and reduces duplication. • Support healthy forest and natural resource management practices to protect our environment and keep our communities safe from catastrophic wildfires. I am honored to serve you as your county commissioner. I ask for your vote on November 4th. Tammy (This information furnished by Tammy Baney.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. ",`-1, . _ . r .s'; Official Deschutes County 2014 eneral.El�in V St amp E 9-11 I Candidates Deschutes County hsir Clerk Treasurer' - Nancy ., Robert Wayne ' Blankenship Lowry Zit Nonpartisan Nonpartisan ', : Occupation:Deschutes County Occupation:Finance Director/ `" Clerk,2003-Present Treasurer-Deschutes County,Oregon � Occupational Background: City of Redmond,City Recorder Occupational Background: 1987-2002, Office Assistant Chief Financial Officer - Sher- 1986-1987 wood School District, Oregon, Educational Background: 2007 to 2013; Chief Finance Redmond High School;COCC,AS Business Technology/Manage- Officer/Treasurer-Washington County, Oregon, 1999 to 2007; ment;University of Washington,Certified Municipal Clerk;Oregon Finance Director-City of Tigard,Oregon,1985 to 1999;Internal Association of County Clerks, Certified County Clerk; Election Auditor-Orange County,California,1980 to 1985 Center,Certified Elections/Registration Administrator Educational Background: California State University Long Prior Governmental Experience: City Recorder (department Beach-Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration manager):council support,elections official and records manager. with a concentration in Accounting. Graduated 1980; Orange Oregon Archives Division committees updating local government Coast Community College, Costa Mesa California-AA degree record retention schedules. in Business.Graduated 1978;Certified Public Accountant-State Oregon Association of Municipal Recorders,served on the Board of Oregon and various committees;COCC North Campus Advisory Board; Prior Governmental Experience: All of my employment since Association of Records Managers and Administrators; and the 1980 has been in the field of government finance and accounting. International Institute of Municipal Clerks. -Elected to the Sherwood School District Board of Education in 1999 and again in 2003. I served two 4 year terms and served Civic/Professional:Active member of the Oregon Association of as Chair for two years.-Past President of the Oregon Municipal County Clerks.Member of the Election Center and International Finance Officers Association.-Oregon Short Term Fund Board- Association of Clerks, Recorders, Election Officials and Governor appointed Schools Representative 2008 to 2012 Treasurers. Participated with Oregon Elections Division on pilot projects for accessible voting and Oregon Archives Division to up- date county record retention schedules.Active member of Quota International of Central Oregon and past member of Soroptimist International of Redmond. Family: My husband, Mike, and I are both native Oregonians having lived in Deschutes County since mid-1960. It has been an honor and pleasure to serve the citizens of Deschutes County the last eleven years as Deschutes County Clerk. I am proud to work with the dedicated staff of the Clerk's office. Excellent customer service for you,our customer, is our goal whether you are standing at the counter or online at your desk. We are diligent in seeking efficiencies to better deliver quality services. Deschutes County has successfully administered elections solely using vote-by-mail since 2000 in an open and transparent manner where you are welcome and encouraged to observe the process. Deschutes County Clerk's online resources, like real property records,continue to be expanded to improve services,operations, and customer convenience. It would be a privilege to continue serving you,the citizens of Deschutes County,as your County Clerk.Thank you. Vote to Re-Elect Nancy Blankenship For Deschutes County Clerk (This information furnished by Nancy Blankenship.) (This information furnished by Robert Wayne Lowry.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. 3 ,' . r Official Deschutes County 1 � , t !ct yotef d - 4 9-12 I Candidates City of Bend" It d City Council,;Position 5 City;Cotunci1, position' Nathan ; Mark Boddie carpal' Nonpartisan Nonpartisan • tofrs Y Occupation: Physician, St. t Occupation: Owner - CMIT Charles Health System Solutions of Central Oregon (Business and residential corn- , Occupational Background: puter services) Internal medicine physician/hos- pitalist;extensive experience in Occupational Background: community planning and zoning; Opened CMIT Solutions in former nonprofit executive direc- 2002;Sprint,Business Market- tor;former ski patroller,river guide,and EMT. ing,1998-2002;American Airlines,Planning and Sales Manage- Educational Background: Internal Medicine Residency; M.D., ment,1988-1998;Tour Time Travel,1977-1988 St.George's University; M.S.,Columbus State University;B.S., Educational Background: Bachelor of Science, Business Auburn University. Management (minor in Computer Science), Southern Oregon Prior Governmental Experience:City of Bend Sewer Infrastruc- University,1982;Bend Senior High,1977 ture Advisory Group; State of Oregon Disaster Preparedness Prior Governmental Experience:Elected to the Bend City Coun- Guideline Committee. cil in November,2006 and was reelected in November,2010. I am SAVING TAXPAYER MONEY FOR A MORE Chair of Bend Metropolitan Planning Organization,Chair of Bend PROSPEROUS BEND Urban Renewal Agency, Member of Deschutes Water Alliance Board,and a member of the Deschutes River Conservancy Board. As a physician,my job is to treat illness efficiently and effectively to get people back to their lives. As Councilor, I will apply the I am committed to listening to the people of Bend,approaching same rigor to helping our community.By reining in my opponent's issues with an open mind,obtaining expert advice,and making unreasonable spending,we can decrease permitting fees,lower logical decisions that will keep Bend a desirable place to live for taxes, and avoid utility rate hikes. With intelligent planning and generations to come. better decision-making,we can ensure that water,sewer,trans- Strong leadership on the Bend City Council is important right now portation,and growth projects support our local economy rather to ensure the quality of life today and in the future. Issues that than make life more difficult and costly. will have an impact on Bend for generations are being worked Save Your Tax Dollars on right now. They include: My opponent's reckless spending and poor decisions are costing •Infrastructure. Between the sewer,water, and roads projects residents and businesses millions.I will stop the senseless waste going on right now,we have more infrastructure projects going on and make city government more accountable.I will fight the drastic than any time in the history of Bend. It is critical that we manage utility rate increases passed by my opponent and ensure local these projects to get the most return on our investment. government is working for us,not against us. •Public Safety. In both Police and Fire,we have improved ef- Support Our Economy and Business ficiency dramatically. With the recently passed operating levy for Fire,we will have much better response times. We need to My opponent has led the way for crushing permit fees and re- keep looking for additional efficiencies and continue to improve strictive regulation, hurting small and large businesses alike. I the service to Bend. will reduce the unnecessary cost of opening and operating busi •Economic Development. We have made great strides in making nesses to encourage economic growth.Let's keep profits in the hands of businesses rather than the bloated bureaucracy that my the City easier to work with. As we grow,we need to keep diver- opponent has created. sifying our economy and having City Councilors that understand business is a key ingredient. Promote Smart Growth My opponent consistently chooses the most expensive, least efficient option at the cost of taxpayers. New infrastructure and growth expansion could bankrupt our town. With intelligent planning and better decision-making, I will ensure Bend has a prosperous future. We can do better,and we will do better.Please join me and sup- port Boddie for Bend. boddieforbend.org facebook.com/nathanboddieforbend Endorsement:Oregon League of Conservation Voters (This information furnished by Nathan Boddie.) (This information furnished by Mark Capeil.) 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 2014 General Elm Votefs',Pan phlet , 9-13 I Candidates City of Bend City of ‘ City Council, Position 6 City Council Position e4 Ron Casey Boozell Roats Nonpartisan Nonpartisan -` Occupation: •student *corn- : Occupation: Owner of Roats munity activist•volunteer Water System Inc. Occupational Background: � Occupational Background: •sales/marketing •credit/col- Roats Water System Inc. htr, lections Educational Background: Educational Background: °° '" Mountain View High School; •some college •high-school Diploma; Blue Mountain Coin- graduate munity College;Central Oregon Community College Prior Governmental Experience: •USNavy Veteran •USS Prior Governmental Experience:Sewer Infrastructure Advisory Wadsworth(ffg-9) Group 2012-2014;Infrastructure Advisory Committee 2010-2014; This is my third application for the position of Bend City Councilor. Water Treatment Advisory Committee 2013 •53,non-affiliated voter,passionate non-partisan. CASEY ROATS'PRIORITIES •24-year resident of Bend,father of six. -Better long range planning for land use and infrastructure •As councilor, I will act as conservator of the Bend we all fell in -Adequate and stable funding of police,fire and public safety love with when we moved here. Growth must mean prosperity -Create a better business environment that creates family wage for all our residents and businesspeople. jobs •Predictions of 35,000 in the next 15 years concern me. -Create more affordable work force housing -Maintaining livability We need to SLOW the arrival of five-ten thousand more students CASEY ROATS UNDERSTANDS BEND AND IT'S ISSUES to our fair city.Today's population:80,000+ •This year,many neighbors have been forced from their homes, I own and operate a water utility company in the south end of some of them forced to leave Bend./declare a state-of-emergency Bend. My lifetime of experience in managing it's growth gives on behalf of these friends,on behalf of others who are close to me a unique perspective on how to manage our City's forecasted leaving, and on behalf of my city that is not better to see them growth. My background is running a successful small business leave.I suggest a temporary RENT-HIKE FREEZE until we find on budget while keeping up with the demands of a growing city. I a permanent solution. will bring that experience to City Council as we find ways to man- • Self-funded BEND TRANSIT DISTRICT with a 24-hour bus- age growth without breaking the bank. I support the expansion of system.We need a fully-funded strategy now,then we can talk OSU Cascades as well as maintaining Mirror Pond. about bringing five-ten thousand students here. CASEY ROATS COMES PREPARED FOR THE POSITION •I love Mirror Pond,however,the Deschutes River is a thousand- I have been on three Council-appointed committees over the last year-icon,and nature is taking down the dam.Literally,Bend wants four years. Our Sewer Infrastructure Advisory Group tackled the its River back. I will not spend public money to restore the dam problem of what to do with our over-capacity and aging sewer that serves the pond.It's time to discuss rational,frugal,practical collection system. Working with City staff and their consultants, positive solutions. we were able to help reduce the anticipated capital costs over the •Our beloved Urban Growth Boundary is the#1 issue for Council next 20 years by over$20-30 million. We did that by investing in until April 2016,when we move on.Every city and county meeting cutting edge technology that focused our capital improvements is about the UGB.Bend is growing! dollars where they were needed most. I will continue to support •I am the best person for the job because I SHOW UP. those kinds of advanced methods as we build a smarter city. Our City Council meetings, committee meetings,County meet- current infrastructure problems were preventable and foresee- ings,and I volunteer. able. I will lead an effort to implement state of the infrastructure •Bicyclist Commuter briefings for future Councils that keep the community ahead of •City of Bend Volunteer the problems,rather than find out about them long after the fact. •GMO-labeling Activist •Equal Marriage Rights Activist •Community Theater Volunteer •Community Radio Volunteer •Community Baseball Park Volunteer •Cannabis-decriminalization Activist •Blood Drive Chair My goal: •indieBENDence:economic and environmental sustainability! (This information furnished by Ron Boozell.) (This information furnished by Casey Roats.) 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 Courtty2014 General Election Voters'Pam tf P ... 0 : 9-14 I Candidates City of Bend ; � r •. City Council Position Lisa Seales Nonpartisan Occupation: Educator, Re- search Scientist Occupational Background: Instructor OSU Cascades and COCC; Property Manager; "= =T Program Director for a non- profit; Interpretive Specialist for the BLM Educational Background:PhD in Collaborative Water Manage- ment in Oregon(Univ.Florida);MS in Conservation and Develop- ment(Univ.Florida);BS in Geography and Environmental Studies (Univ.Oregon) Prior Governmental Experience:Co-president of the School of Natural Resources and Environment(Univ.Florida) Dear Voters, Bend is at a critical crossroad.As a City Councilor, I will help move us in a positive direction. I've dedicated my career and education to balancing conservation and development.The de- cisions facing our city will determine our future.The urban growth boundary,infrastructure,the OSU expansion,transportation,and affordable housing are key issues that impact the livability and prosperity of our community. During my PhD research,which focused on water management through collaboration and partnership building, I fell in love with Bend and decided to make it my home.Serving on the City Council is an ideal place to use my skills,experience,and education to benefit my community. As a native Oregonian, I know the value of working together. We can learn from the successes and failures of the past, and together build a brighter future that preserves all the things we love about Bend,while also promoting a healthy economy with quality jobs and affordable housing. By promoting economic diversity, and building upon our strengths in our most successful industries,I'm confident we can create a more stable and prosperous economy.By promoting diversity in the housing sector, we can ensure more affordable housing for everyone.Together we can make Bend the best city it can be. I'm committed to integrated,long-term thinking and planning, listening to everyone,and being a voice for all Bend citizens. Bend needs strong, decisive, informed, and financially respon- sible decision makers.I am ready and excited to be your City Councilor. Thanks for your support!I look forward to working for you! www.lisaseales.org (This information furnished by Lisa Seales.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Official Deschutes County 2014 General Election 9-15 I Candidates City of Dirmi City Council Position 7 Barb Scott Campbell Ramsay Nonpartisans r r Nonpartisan Occupation: Small business Occupation:Sun Mountain Fun owner, creator of wabi sabi, Center-Owner(2004-Present) a unique store in downtowns Occupational Background: Bend. Co-Founder, Slower Casarama Vintage - Owner Safer Bend, a grassroots or- (2004-2013); BendFilm Fes- �+� ganization working to improve tival-VP(2007-2010)/Director neighborhood traffic safety. of Selections(2005-2010) Occupational Background: Middle School Science Teacher; Educational Background: Lane Community College(Eugene, Building Contractor- siding and decks; Hospitality: Server and OR); Springfield High School(Springfield,OR) bartender at several locations; Exhibits Fabricator: The High Prior Governmental Experience: Bend City Councilor (2011 Desert Museum - Educational Background: Graduate School: Eastern Oregon Present) University College of Education; B.S. Biology/Psychology: Uni- Bend is an amazing community.The challenge moving forward will versity of Denver be to adjust to the inevitable growth we will face as we continue Prior Governmental Experience:None to make top-ten lists across the nation.To maintain our livability we must execute a sustainable plan for future infrastructure and I'm running for City Council because the City should focus on the expansion.We must ensure quality of life for current citizens,while needs of the residents who are here now. providing opportunity for those looking to share in our amazing Bend will grow. The question is who shoulders the burden for lifestyle.For the past four years I have helped form the foundation that growth.In the past,existing ratepayers and taxpayers have of a solid long-range plan as a City Councilor.I would be honored subsidized new developments for the new buyers.The sprawl new to continue applying the experience I have gained in my first term buyers bring destroys the reasons most people call Bend home. in office as we continue to upgrade our infrastructure and assist in the development and challenges of a four-year university. Our sewer rates have gone up 90%in 8 years.Our water rates In my second term as Councilor my priorities will be: have raised 60%in the same time with most of that increase be- cause existing Bend residents pay to increase capacity for buyers 1. Expanding the UGB in order to provide housing that is more from out of the area. Our existing City residents should not be affordable for working families and create opportunities for new required to continue to subsidize vacationers and nonresidents' and expanding businesses that will provide family wage jobs. second homes. 2.Ensuring a sustainable future by investing in the roads,water, Most of us came to Bend and stay because of the beauty and sewer systems,and public safety programs that are the founda- recreation found in the outdoors just minutes from our own doors. tion of every prosperous community. I will fight for Beautiful Bend and strive for affordability with eco- 3.Maintaining livability while providing opportunity for all. nomic opportunities for everyone. I understand the challenges facing our community. I apply the People in Bend feel a disconnect between their concerns and the same principles I use in managing a successful 20 year old fam- actions taken by City leaders. Residents feel that development ily business,providing 30+jobs,to my role as an elected official. interests have had too much influence when decisions are made. Honesty,fiscal responsibility,level-headed problem solving,and a The people who work here everyday to provide the services we solid plan for the future are the principles of success I will continue enjoy and on which we rely are struggling to find affordable hous- to apply in my second term as a City Councilor. ing and make ends meet. I will work to assure that all voices are heard in deliberations about the growth and changes that are affecting our community. Bend is exceptional and we must work together to keep it ex- ceptional. Endorsed by Oregon League of Conservation Voters. (This information furnished by Barb Campbell.) (This information furnished by Scott Ramsay.) 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 2°14 General Election Voters`Pamphlet y� 9-16 I Candidates City of La Pik � �x � z Mayor Ken Mulenex Nonpartisan e Occupation:Mayor Occupational Background: U.S. Air Force Retired, DEC, San Francisco District Opera- r tions Manager(Computer Field Service); Owner, Marina Wine & Spirits, San Leandro, CA; Owner,Best Landscape&Maintenance,San Leandro,CA;Owner, Bradsten Computers,La Pine,OR Educational Background:San Jose State University,San Jose, CA-BA Marine Biology. Prior Governmental Experience: Mayor,City of La Pine 2010 —2014,La Pine Budget Committee,Utilities Committee,Charter Committee, La Pine City Council, La Pine Industrial Group, La Pine Community Health Center My desire to continue to serve La Pine as Mayor is motivated by my affection for La Pine and the greater La Pine Community. My wife,Vicki,and I moved here 18 years ago and still love the small town feel. My vision is to see La Pine prosper and grow, yet remain the wonderful and friendly community it is now. To achieve this,we need elected officials who understand the community,its values and needs. But also have broad experience and the time to devote to a balanced prosperity and growth. As your current Mayor,I have an excellent understanding of the complex issues we face. In these near 4 years as Mayor,we have made great strides towards building our"new city's"infrastructure. During these times, it's extremely important that the Mayor and Council closely monitor spending and properly control budgeted tax dollars. I feel we have done a very good job of that and I want the opportunity to continue the oversight of prudent spending of our tax dollars. I fully support every effort to bring business and industry with living wage jobs to La Pine. In doing this,the city's efforts must be to work with the entire community to preserve our small town feel. We will continue to work with other agencies,to enhance La Pine's influence on government programs that affect our citizens. It's an exciting time for La Pine! I want to continue to contribute. (This information furnished by Ken Mulenex.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Official Deschutes County 201e ifa ,y. A 9-17 I Candidates City ©f La Rlne : . City,of La in City Council C*y Coiuncil , Donald Karen Janeth Greiner 4, r Ward Nonpartisan I � Nonpartisan Occupation: Retired Occupation: RETIRED; La � x Pine Senior Center - Office Occupational Background: Moose International Paid Manager-UNPAID O Educational Background: Occupational Background:San Juan School District/Adult Graduate,Eugene High School Education Sectary-PAID;Non Prior Governmental Experience:Appointed Councilor,City of Foods Clerk_PAID; Grocery La Pine,completed 3 year term;Presently serving on City of La Clerk-PAID;Bookkeeper-PAID;Volunteer as a yard duty aide Pine Planning Commission at my son's school.-unpaid;Was a P.T.A.President-unpaid In 2009,I was appointed to the La Pine City Council and served Educational Background: Huntington Beach High School - the balance of the term(3 years).Because of my responsibilities 12th-Diploma and duties for other organizations,I could not devote the neces- Prior Governmental Experience:La Pine City Councilor-Ap- sary time to serve on the Council.Therefore, I did not place my pointed name in nomination. Since that time, I have divested myself of those obligations.Now,I will be able to fulfill my obligation as La MY NAME IS KAREN JANETH WARD, I WAS BORN IN Pine City Councilor,and devote all of my time to our city. ST.JOSEPH,MISSOURI IN 1942,WHEN I WAS 13 YEARS OLD I have continued to attend La Pine City Council meeting so as to MY FAMILY MOVED TO CALIFORNIA, IN THE SUMMER OF keep myself up to date and informed about the business of the 1960 I MET THE LOVE OF MY LIFE AND IN 1961 DOUGLAS city of La Pine.At present, I serve the City as a member of the J. WARD AND I WERE MARRIED, WE HAD ONE SON AND Planning Commission. HAVE ONE GRANDSON.THIS YEAR MADE OUR 53 YEARS OF MARRIED LIFE. I am qualified to serve you on the La Pine City Council and I will WE CAME TO VISIT MY SISTER AND HER HUSBAND IN 1995, work hard for you.I ask for your vote. DOUG AND I FELL IN LOVE WITH THIS WONDERFUL SMALL TOWN AND IT'S PEOPLE. WE WERE CLOSE TO RETIRE- MENT SO WE LOOKED FOR LAND CLOSE TO MY SISTER AND HER HUSBAND AND WE FOUND OUR DREAM ACRE ON PINE DRIVE, WE HAD OUR HOUSE BUILT AND AFTER WE RETIRED WE MOVED INTO OUR HOME,WE STILL LIVE IN THE SAME HOME AND OFTEN SAY WE DIED AND WENT TO HEAVEN RIGHT HERE ON EARTH. I'VE WORKED WITH MANY BOARDS IN MY LIFE TIME,SO I BRING THAT EXPERIENCE WITH ME, I WILL DO MY VERY BEST TO SERVE THE PEOPLE ALWAYS KEEPING IN MIND THAT THIS IS WHAT ITS ALL ABOUT...REPRESENTING THE PEOPLE. I WOULD LIKE TO SEE LA PINE GROW SLOWLY AND CON- TINUE THE SMALL TOWN FEELING,A PLACE WHERE ALL OF US CAN BE PROUD TO WORK AND PLAY,AND RAISE OUR CHILDREN AND THEY CAN RAISE THERE CHILDREN. (This information furnished by Donald R.Greiner.) (This information furnished by Karen J.Ward.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. �. a` 3 ; ' � ". s s Viz'. Official Descthutes County 2014 General Elm ► ������ ,r 9-18 I Candidates • City of Redmond Mayor George , Endicott Nonpartisan /; Occupation: Mayor; Retired Computer Scientist ' Occupational Background: x. Scientific Applications Interna- tional Corp.,Systems Engineer; Defense Department, Systems Integrator and Computer Scien- tist;NATO,Computer Scientist;Army,Computer Specialist;Labor Department,Program Analyst Educational Background:OSU,B.S.Economics;Post-graduate - Certificates in Manpower Management; Land-Use Planning; Program Management Prior Governmental Experience: Mayor (2009 to present); Redmond City Councilor;Redmond Urban Area Planning Com- missioner; Prince William County Planning Commissioner and Chair My desire to continue to serve Redmond as mayor is driven by my affection for the community. I am a fifth generation Central Oregonian. My wife, Lynda,and I returned home after a career with Department of Defense.We have two grown daughters with children of their own. Being a native,I want Redmond to prosper and stay the wonderful community it now is.To achieve this, we need elected officials who have broad experience and the time to devote to City issues. As your current Mayor,and former City Councilor and Planning Commissioner,I have an in-depth understanding of the issues we face and appreciate the complex solutions we develop. We have made great strides in enhancing Redmond's infrastruc- ture.Downtown continues to improve.The facade improvement program,the new Centennial Park,new roads,and other upgrades lead to making our community a desirable place to live. As we emerge from the latest economic downturn,it is important that the Mayor and Council closely monitor our spending and maximize our use of taxpayer dollars.I feel we have done a very good job of that.I want the opportunity to continue our progress. I fully endorse business and industry generating living wage jobs, and creating affordable housing. I agree with the City's efforts to work with the entire community to keep Redmond livable. Finally,we will continue to work with other agencies to enhance Redmond's influence on government programs that affect our citizens. This is an exciting time to live in Redmond. I want to continue to be a contributor. (This information furnished by George Endicott.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Official Deschutes County 2014 General Election V tern'Peftlf* t 9-19 I Candidates City of Redmond City Council City Council Tory Anne Allman Graham Nonpartisan Nonpartisan Occupation: Manager at Trail- Occupation: Retired Man- ti er-World ufacturing Manager Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Manager of Cent-Wise Sport- 35 years of engineering and ~s � ing Goods and Hardware in � : management in manufacturing downtown Redmond for the last industries. Retired as Director 9 Y2 years. of U.S.Facilities for SolarWorld Educational Background: Bachelor of Science from Oregon Industries America. State University Educational Background:University of California,Santa Cruz; Prior Governmental Experience: Redmond City Councilor; B.A. Mathematics; Graduate of Dale Carnegie and numerous Redmond Planning Commission; DURAC (Downtown Urban management trainings Renewal Advisory Commission); Council Liaison to Redmond Prior Governmental Experience: Redmond Planning Parks and Rec Commission;Council Liaison to Redmond Plan- Commission,2011 to present;Redmond Budget Committee,2012 ning Commission;Council Liaison to DURAC;Council Liaison to to present;Redmond Urban Renewal Committee,2012 to present Redmond School District I believe a candidate shows sincerity by how strongly they volun- My family and I have lived in Redmond for almost 10 years now, teer and engage in our community. Besides the appointments and we absolutely love living here. The community and people above,I also contribute to Redmond in many other ways: are fantastic and we are committed to doing everything we can Board of Directors Redmond Kiwanis 2 years to help keep Redmond a place where families can earn a living, raise their kids in a safe environment with excellent schools,and -Board of Directors Redmond Economic Development, Inc. 2 be proud of our community. I have been working with the City of years Redmond for several years as we try diligently to bring more good -Redmond Nuisance Appeal Board 1 year paying jobs to Redmond. I am also involved in projects such as the beautification of the 97 re-route,there design of the South 97 Community Development Block Grant Task Force 1 year corridor,the downtown signage program,and the City's efforts to -SMART book reading program 2 years save the Evergreen High School and put the building back into a :Garbage lady'at Buckaroo Breakfast 3 years useful state so it won't continue to deteriorate through neglect.All these projects have been in response to citizen's concerns and -Veterans of Foreign Wars;Redmond Post 4108 Life member I am hoping to see them through to completion before stepping We retired here 4 years ago to enjoy the great people and superior down from the City Council. I am committed to Redmond's future quality of life. My husband and I have 4 children and 2 grandchil- as my family and I are hoping to spend many more years in this drop. I grew up in Medford in the 1950's and lived in Hillsboro wonderful community of ours. for 10 years prior to setting down deep roots here. I work hard and thoroughly enjoy connecting with Redmond. All my local volunteer work, combined with my long career as a manager,has given me the confidence and skills to deal well with City business. Redmond is well managed and the policy actions I have seen seem very appropriate. My key hope is to help Redmond flesh out its"Open for Business"vision and bring more good jobs here. I have the tools and skills to actually do that. I will work to preserve our sense of community. I would be honored to represent you and I would appreciate your vote! (This information furnished by Tory Allman.) (This information furnished by Anne Graham.) 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 2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 9-20 I Candidates City of Redmond '� City Council , City Council Ed Robert J Onimus Patrick = Nonpartisan a Nonpartisan Occupation: Office Manager Occupation: Network Admin- . —Aaken Corporation Electric; istrator, Jefferson County Owner/Operator — Business s.~ Schools ESD Doctor LLC Occupational Background: Occupational Background: None ' Property Owners Association Educational Background: Accounting Manager—JELD- Redmond School District(All 12 WEN Communities;United States Marine Corp—1977-1997 years),Mt Hood Community College,Central Oregon Community Educational Background:University of Phoenix—MBA;Camp- College bell University—BA(Accounting) Prior Governmental Experience: Redmond City Council (16 Prior Governmental Experience:Redmond Budget Committee years), on many different committees and groups. Currently — 1999-2003, 2008; Board of Directors: Neighborimpact— represent council on the Airport Commission, Central Oregon 2010-Present;Board of Directors: Boys&Girls Club of Redmond/ Intergovernmental Council, Alternate representative on Fair Terrebonne—2014; Board of Directors: Volunteer Connect— Board,President of City Council. 2010-2013 I grew up in Redmond and have many long term connections and It is a WASTE history with the community.I really enjoy being part of the City of Redmond is poised to spend $9 million to renovate the old Redmond as a City Councilor and not for political reasons. But Evergreen school(former Redmond Union High School)and use rather to watch out for our citizens and to help in leading Redmond the first floor as the new Redmond City Hall. We have a City Hall into the future as we grow into a larger City.There are ways to grow and one way is using common sense while making those that meets our immediate and even our intermediate term needs (5-10 years). We do not need a City Hall right now and we should decisions.I believe I have helped in that area over the years.With not be spending the tax payers money for this. I have opposed good leadership we will find our community growing in directions this from the beginning and will continue to oppose it. that make sense for Redmond and not lose ourselves and our community in the process.I do feel I owe more than I can ever pay I oppose tax payer subsidized golf back to the people of Redmond for giving me great memories as The City of Redmond owns the Juniper Golf Course. There is a kid growing up here and I want to give back to the community. nothing that can be done about that.As a fee based operation,the That is why I am running for City Councilor and why I have served golf course should be self sufficient and cover its own expenses; on Council for the last 16 years.Thank youl however over the last 4 years,the city's tax payers have given the golf course almost$2 million. There are better uses for this money in terms of paying for city services and I oppose the tax payers subsidizing the golf course. Doing the right thing A hot button issue this past year has been whether to allow Medical Marijuana Dispensaries to operate within the Redmond city limits. I was in favor of allowing these dispensaries for the percentage of our citizens who need medical marijuana to relieve pain,the side effects of cancer treatment,control seizures,improve func- tionality for those with multiple sclerosis,etc. Treating someone with medicine approved by their doctor is the moral thing to do. Denying someone the same treatment or forcing them to find relief beyond where they live is immoral. (This information furnished by Ed Onimus.) (This information furnished by Robert J.Patrick.) 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 2014 General Elden Vetere Patntphlel W } � 9-21 I Candidates City of Derr s , 3 3 y g City Council � � 3: 3 � N David A Brad Asson Boyd No Photo Nonpartisan � Nonpartisan Submitted Occupation: Retired CPA - ° Occupation: 1989 - Present, Business Executive retail store owner; Eurosports Bike&Ski,Sisters Occupational Background: A Self employed CPA Business " Occupational Background: Executive practicing under the Former Financial Planner name Doubletree Advantage; °"` Educational Background:As- Partner in Portland, Oregon sociate's Degree, Economics, CPA firm named Anderson, Asson & Hess; CPA with Coopers Canada College(California);University of Oregon,Economics and Lybrand Prior Governmental Experience:2005-2006 City Council;2007- Educational Background: Bachelor of Business Administra- 2008&2012-present Mayor,Sisters tion from University of Portland in 1959; Masters of Business Local Background: Administration from University of California,Los Angeles in 1962 Sisters Resident: 19 years Prior Governmental Experience:Sisters,Oregon City Council, Sisters Business owner:25 years four year term beginning in 2011;Sisters,Oregon Budget Com- Sisters City Councilor and Mayor mittee in 2010;US Army Reserve 1959-1965 I am known for: I am 77. My wife and I moved to Sisters in 2006. We have four Independent voice; looking at all sides of issues and finding married children,thirteen grand children and a brand new great best solutions grandson. We are members of St.Edwards Catholic Church. Advocating for economic vitality Experienced Leader who listens and builds consensus I served in the US Army Reserve. I am a director of Sisters Country Historical Society and treasurer of Timber Creek HOA. Recent Accomplishments: I have been on Sisters City Council since 2011. - Oversaw successful completion of Cascade Ave reconstruction with ODOT In recent years, I self published two books;Bringing in the Hay, - Funded the recycling center for 24/7 operation for the next 5 a nostalgic history of the old loose hay stacking era and Forty years Years to Idaho,an historical account of my immigrant grandpar- - Partnered with Economic Development of Central Oregon ents'journey through Western coal mines to Idaho homesteads. (EDCO)to bring jobs to Sisters My priority for the next two years is to bring working families to - Took the city from spending it's reserves to operating with a Sisters by attracting entrepreneurs. This means an energized surplus;which is being reinvested in the community campaign to foster a unified community attitude that recognizes - Acquired funding for and oversaw construction of Fir Street luring guests as well as full time family wage paying employers Park are compatible and necessary objectives. Promoting our suc- What's next? cess and potential will bring economic vitality and the families and I want to continue the positive momentum that Sisters currently children we so dearly need to strengthen our schools and build has. I want to ensure that we are approaching all issues with a a year-round sustainable community. balanced and responsible viewpoint. I will continue to work with The economy is improving. It is time to take advantage. EDCO to recruit more jobs to town,to locate additional funding for community wide improvements to our public spaces,and to ensure that Sisters remains an attractive place to live,work and visit. (This information furnished by David A.Asson.) (This information furnished by Brad Boyd.) 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 2014 General Efecitoni V tte>'at 9-22 I Candidates {� i i 33�oi is rte �` 14 t 4 Yr City of i �° � - `i, s� , �a �.x Wendy Holzman f 4 Nonpartisan Occupation: Retired Occupational Background: Library Media Assistant, Bea- verton School District Educational Background:B.A. Nutrition, San Francisco State University Prior Governmental Experience:Sisters City Council 2011-Pres- ent; Chairperson, Sisters Committee for Citizens Involvement 2007-2011 I will continue to listen,and work as your City Councilor for the strengthening and betterment of our town and Sisters Country.We have seen great momentum in Sisters with the recent completion of the Cascade Avenue Improvement Project and our new beauti- ful downtown.In the few short years since the Parks Master Plan was adopted in August 2011, we have established the Sisters Parks Advisory Board,funded and built the Fir Street Park,and it's an immediate"Win"for the community.The Sisters Airport has been annexed,and its business is expanding.Within the last two years the City has balanced the budget, and all funds are run- ning in the black.With the Urban Renewal Grants to businesses in the downtown core,new plantings and the general upkeep of downtown,our City has never looked better. We are a city that cares and is inviting for residents and visitors alike. Specifically I will: +Work hard to maintain this momentum. +Collaborate with all Community Assets Committee members and look forward to our community outreach for the projects, as chosen by the public,that we are currently vetting. +Work with fellow Sisters Parks Advisory Board members to strengthen our parks and create new public spaces for Sisters. +With Council's more focused relationship with EDCO,continue to promote the appropriately sized,sustainable business growth that we are already seeing. +Encourage moderately priced home development for families, so more people who work in town can live in town. +Continue my work in the transportation area, attending the agency meetings that are so important to position Sisters for needed improvements. I want to continue serving Sisters.Please vote for me. (This information furnished by Wendy Holzman.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Official Deschutes County 2014 General Election Voters PaMpflet 9-23 ( Candidates Deschutes Soil &Water Consennation District Zone#2 William Kuhn No Photo Nonpartisan Submitted Occupation: Independent In- vestment Advisor 43 years Occupational Background: School Teacher Educational Background: Hiram College BA Prior Governmental Experi- ence:DS&WCD Appointed 2008,Elected 2008,Appointed 2012 I've served on the Board of the DS&WCD since 2008 and hope to continue guiding the wildlife projects that are of personal interest to me.Also of importance to our community is the continuation of the other work the District does to promote conservation and I would like to encourage others to consider serving on the Board. Currently we need someone to represent South County on the Board.Among other qualifications Zone Directors must own or manage a minimum of 10 acres and be a registered voter.If you meet the requirements we encourage you to contact the District and Tammy Harty at tammyharty@ msn.com or call 541-923-2204. Our Mission Statement is:"To provide local leadership,education, motivation,and assistance to the citizens of Deschutes County for responsible,efficient stewardship of our soil and water resources." The Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District is: A Special purpose district-similar to a fire control district Soil and Water conservation districts are administered by the volunteer efforts of local landowners and citizens selected in the General Elections to serve on the Board of Directors, au- thorized to provide assistance to all county farmers, ranchers and citizens upon request&committed to service all members of the community regardless of gender,race,ethnic background or national origin. The Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District is uniquely authorized by the State of Oregon to provide for the conservation of its renewable resources,including control and prevention of soil erosion,conservation and development of water resources and water quality,prevention of impairment of dams and reservoirs, assisting in the maintaining the navigability of rivers and harbors, preserving wildlife,conserving natural beauty,and doing this in cooperation with landowners, land occupiers,and other natural resource users,other local governmental units,and agencies of the state and federal government. Thank you. (This information furnished by William Kuhn.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Official Deschutes County 2014 General Election 9-24 I Candidates Voters' ,,,,,,,,.,, Pamphlet t,,,...,,,, ,, Oregon General Election November 4, 2014 ,r t if • Kate Brown Oregon Secretary of State This voters'pamphlet is provided for assistance in casting your vote by mail ballot. OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE ELECTIONS DIVISION e � a , � JIM WILLIAMS KATE BROWN \\ DIRECTOR SECRETARY OF STATE /1 i, _ � 255 CAPITOL ST NE,SUITE 501 ROBERT TAYLOR !• SALEM,OREGON 97310 DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE p'7.; (503)986-1518 • Dear Oregon Voters, I'm pleased to present the 2014 General Election Voters' Pamphlet. Inside you will find valuable information about ballot measures that will affect your rights, as well as candidates who would like to represent you. If you are not yet registered to vote,you have until October 14 to do so. Paper registration forms must be received by your county elections office by 5 p.m.You can register online until 11:59 p.m. by visiting www.oregonvotes.gov. As Oregonians,we are fortunate to live in a state that has removed many barriers to voting. We make it easier for voters serving in the military and voters living overseas to get access to a ballot.We use tablets and computers to make it easier for voters with disabilities to cast ballots. And we deliver a ballot in the mail to every registered Oregonian. It's your decision whether to mail in the ballot or drop it off in person. As your Secretary of State, I encourage all eligible Oregonians to exercise their fundamental right to vote. I also urge Oregonians to inform themselves about ballot measures and candidates. Read arguments on both sides of the measures. Learn where candidates stand on issues that matter to you. That's where the Voters' Pamphlet comes in. It is a great source of information to help you make informed decisions in this election. Every county in Oregon should strive to have the highest voter participation rate—and it's up to each and every voter to do their part by voting. In the 2014 Primary Election, I challenged voters in Oregon's 36 counties to earn the distinction of having the highest voter participation rate in Oregon - and Grant County voters won that challenge! Congratulations to Grant County voters, and let's see which county wins the challenge for this General Election. Four years ago in the last gubernatorial election,Wheeler County led the state with an 84.5%turnout. Not far behind were Wallowa with 82.5%and Harney with 81.4%turnout. So in this 2014 General Election, I encourage you to look to the people of Wheeler,Wallowa and Harney counties as models. Vote! Be heard! And help your county earn the honor of having the highest voter participation rate in Oregon! Please remember that all ballots must be received by your county elections office by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 4, 2014. Postmarks do not count. If you have questions, please call our toll free hotline at 1-866-ORE-VOTE, or visit our website at www.oregonvotes.gov. Sincerely, ter Kate Brown Oregon Secretary of State Voters' Pamphlet General Election November 4, 2014 Table of Contents General Information Voters' Pamphlet Information 4 List of Candidates&Measures 6 Oregon Voter Bill of Rights 17 Voters with Disabilities 148 Voter Registration Information 150 Candidates Partisan Candidates 8 Nonpartisan Candidates 28 Political Party Statements Constitution Party 30 Democratic Party 31 Independent Party 32 Libertarian Party 33 Pacific Green Party 34 Progressive Party 35 Republican Party 36 Working Families Party 37 Measures Measure 86 38 Measure 87 45 Measure 88 47 Measure 89 66 Measure 90 75 Measure 91 101 Measure 92 129 Voting Information Absentee Ballot Information 22 Returning Your Ballot 25 Vote by Mail 147 County Elections Officials 152 Additional Information Pages Online Resources 5 Voting& Ballot Prohibitions 29 ORESTAR 146 Election Results 154 Index Index of Candidates 155 4. General Information f V4'Pamphlet Info t'on Voters' Pamphlet The explanatory statement is an impartial statement explaining the measure.Each measure's explanatory statement is written Your official 2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet provides by a committee of five members,including two proponents you with information about candidates who will appear on of the measure,two opponents of the measure and a fifth your ballot. member appointed by the first four committee members,or,if they fail to agree on a fifth member,appointed by the Secretary It includes instructions for marking your ballot,a complete list of State.Explanatory statements can be appealed and may be of federal and state candidates,as well as other information to changed by the Oregon Supreme Court. assist you through the voting process. Citizens or organizations may file arguments in favor of,or in Candidate statements are printed as submitted.The state does opposition to,measures by purchasing space for$1,200 or by not correct punctuation,grammar,syntax errors or inaccurate submitting a petition signed by 500 voters.Arguments in favor of a information.The only changes made are attempts to correct measure appear first,followed by arguments in opposition to the spelling errors if the word as originally submitted is not in the measure,and are printed in a random order within each category. dictionary. The voters'pamphlet has been compiled by the Secretary of Random Alphabet State since 1903,when Oregon became one of the first states to provide for the printing and distribution of such a publication. Oregon statute(ORS 254.155)requires the Secretary of State One copy of the voters'pamphlet is mailed to every household to complete a random order of the letters of the alphabet to in the state.Additional copies are available at the Secretary of determine the order in which the names of candidates appear State's office,local post offices,courthouses and all county elec- on the ballot. tions offices.It can also be viewed at www.oregonvotes.gov. The alphabet for the 2014 General Election is: Candidates 0,0,C,N,M,R,D,Z,T,H,P,J,A,Y,V,I,K,B,U,G,S,F,L,E,W,X In the general election,candidates are divided into two Website sections:partisan candidates and nonpartisan candidates. Partisan candidates appear before nonpartisan candidates. Most of the information contained in this voters'pamphlet is also Candidates pay a fee,or submit signatures in lieu of paying the available in the Online Voters'Guide at www.oregonvotes.gov. fee,for space in the voters'pamphlet.The information required by law—pertaining to occupation,occupational background, Espanol educational background and prior governmental experience— has been certified as true by each candidate. Una version en espanol de algunas partes de la Guia del Elector esta a su disposicion en el portal del Internet cuya Measures direccion aparece arriba.Conscientes de que este material en linea podria no Ilegar adecuadamente a todos los electores que For each of the measures in this voters'pamphlet you will find necesitan este servicio,se invite a toda persona a imprimir la the following information: version en linea y circularla a aquellos electores que no tengan (1) the ballot title; acceso a una computadora. (2) the estimate of financial impact; Important! (3) an explanation of the estimate of financial impact,if deter If your ballot is lost,destroyed,damaged or you make a mined to be necessary by the committee; mistake in marking your ballot,you may call your county (4) the complete text of the proposed measure; elections office and request a replacement ballot.One will be (5) an impartial statement explaining the measure(explanatory mailed to you as long as you request it by October 30.After statement); that,you may pick it up at the elections office.If you have already mailed your original ballot before you realize you made (6) a legislative argument in support of the measure;and a mistake,you have cast your vote and will not be eligible for a arguments filed by replacement ballot. (7) an y g y proponents and opponents of the measure. Your voted ballot must be returned to your county elections The ballot title is generally drafted by the Attorney General's office by 8pm election day,Tuesday,November 4,2014. office.It is then distributed to a list of interested parties for Postmarks do not count! public comment.After review of any comments submitted,the ballot title is certified by the Attorney General's office.The certi- County elections offices are open on election day from lam fied ballot title can be appealed and may be changed by the to 8pm. Oregon Supreme Court. The estimate of financial impact for each measure is generally Voter Information prepared by a committee of state officials including the Secre- For questions about voter registration,ballot delivery and tary of State,the StateTreasurer,the Director of the Department return,marking the ballot,requesting a replacement ballot, of Administrative Services,the Director of the Department absentee ballots,signature requirements,the voters' of Revenue,and a local government representative selected pamphlet,when and where to vote,and other questions by the committee members.The committee estimates only about elections and voting,call the toll-free voter information the direct impact on state and local governments,based on line at 1-866-ORE-VOTE(1-866-673-8683). information presented to the committee.In addition,the com- mittee may choose to provide an explanation of the estimate of Voter information line representatives can provide services financial impact statement. in both English and Spanish.TTY services for the hearing impaired are also available at 1-800-735-2900. 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Elli I ria WA 14 Oprf Ol OCT' Register to vote PI 14 You must be registered by October 14, f;:'''..:1: ° to vote in the 2014 General Election. • Find a dropsite ■ 110 1111 Your ballot must be received by 8pm :14 1 on November 4, 2014. r-----:: My Vote j11- Ibtol• Use this online tool to check or update your registration status and track your ballot. / //. / . 1•, for more information about voting in Oregon 4 0regonvotes.gov 1 866 673 VOTE / 1 866 673 8683 se habla espanol TTY 1 800 735 2900 for the hearing impaired General Information I Candidates&.Measures Partisan Candidates US Senator State Senator State Representative Mike Montchalin 10th District 17th District Libertarian Glen E Ewert* Rich Harisay Jeff Merkley Libertarian Democrat Democrat,Independent,Working Families Jackie Winters Sherrie Sprenger Christina Jean Lugo Republican,Democrat,Independent Republican,Libertarian Pacific Green 11th District 18th District James E Leuenberger* Peter Courtney Scott A Mills Constitution Democrat,Working Families Democrat,Working Families Monica Wehby Patricia Milne Vic Gilliam Republican Republican Republican 13th District 19th District KimThatcher Bill Dalton US Representative Republican,Independent,Libertarian Democrat,Working Families 5th District Ryan Howard Jodi L Hack Raymond Baldwin Democrat,Working Families Republican Constitution 20th District 20th District Daniel K Souza* Alan R Olsen Kathy B Goss Libertarian Republican,Independent Republican Kurt Schrader Jamie Damon Paul Evans Democrat Democrat,Working Families Democrat,Working Families Tootle Smith 21st District Republican Brian Clem Marvin Sannes Democrat,Working Families Independent Beverly J Wright* Republican Governor 22nd District Dennis Richardson Thad Marney* Libertarian Republican,Independent Chris Henry* Michael P Marsh* Constitution Progressive Aaron Auer Betty Komp Constitution Democrat Matt Geiger John Kitzhaber Republican,Independent Democrat,Working Families Paul Grad* 23rd District Libertarian Mike Nearman Republican Jason Levin* Wanda Davis Pacific Green Democrat,Working Families Alex Polikoff Pacific Green Mark Karnowski* Libertarian 25th District Bill Post Republican,Libertarian Josh Smith* Pacific Green Chuck Lee Independent,Democrat,Working Families 39th District Bill Kennemer Republican,Democrat,Independent 59th District John E Huffman Republican,Democrat *Candidate anciaterot to submit a rs pamphlet a. Thta►s a Boom late listetig of le gal an i" .t d#, rtealor;t fc ve, 4£alit,General f lettion,es prepared f 1lt „ Ser etary:of. tate for cu counitaiitoveredlaffiledam011et.County and .:Ivitaternment;candirlatas are listed only iftho a offices are ellgiblt arpdade,indils**hlet,Theballeftott rateaffie Tatty lade additional local candidates and nalasures that do not appeaiitl his oaraprtiet 3, Official 2014 General Election voters'Pamphlet; '; 7 Nonpartisan Candidates Measures Judge of the Circuit Court 86 3rd District,Position 3 Amends Constitution:Requires creation of fund for Oregonians Cheryl Pellegrini pursuing post-secondary education,authorizes state indebted- ness to finance fund 87 Amends Constitution:Permits employment of state judges by National Guard(military service)and state public universities (teaching) 88 Provides Oregon resident"driver card"without requiring proof of legal presence in the United States 89 Amends Constitution:State/political subdivision shall not deny or abridge equality of rights on account of sex 90 Changes general election nomination processes:provides for single primary ballot listing candidates;top two advance 91 Allows possession,manufacture,sale of marijuana by/to adults,subject to state licensing,regulation,taxation 92 Requires food manufacturers,retailers to label"genetically engineered"foods as such;state,citizens may enforce 8 Candidates(„Partrsartcandidates US Senator US Senator Mike ;4 Jeff Montchalin F Merkley Libertarian Democrat Independent a Occupation:Candidate/Retired v Working Families • Occupational Background: 4 Stock market investor,real Occupation:U.S.Senator estate investor,landlord,motel owner-operator,US navy. r Occupational Background: Educational Background: � � Executive Director,Portland Habitat for Humanity;National Portland Community College,Portland State University studying math,physics,Japanese language.(no degrees). Security ,World f Pentagon Co and Congressional Budget Office; informal study:economics,Spanish language President,World Affairs Council of Oregon Prior Governmental Experience:(None)One of the principal Educational Background:David Douglas High School; plaintiffs in Largent v.Klickitat County,2000 WL 896411 Public d l cy) International Relations);Princeton(M.A., (Wash.App.Div.,July 6,2000) Public Policy) Prior Governmental Experience:State Representative,1999- Our country's greatest asset is us-the citizenry.We will 2009;House Democratic Leader,2003-2007;House Speaker, continue to be our country's greatest asset so long as we 2007-2009 keep ourselves free,prosperous,and principled.We can not tolerate politicians who bail-out Wall Street,create tax code Jeff Merkley hasn't forgotten his middle-class roots because for political advantage,or use the IRS to harrass opponents, he never left them.Jeff's father worked in a sawmill and or use promises of-jobs-to buy votes,or collaborate with Jeff was the first in his family to go to college.He lives in the crony capitalists to pass laws which protect them from legiti- same blue-collar community he grew up in and his children mate liability,or trick us into wars which enrich financiers and have gone to the same public schools. weapons manufacturers all at our expense. Jeff is fighting for middle-class families by creating more We all want to leave this world better for the next generation: living-wage jobs,making college more affordable,and no wars,less debt,less pollution,less fear,less imprison- protecting retirement benefits. ment;and more wealth,security,liberty,freedom,and Jeff's"Fair Shot”Middle-Class Agenda opportunity to pursue happiness. • Create good-paying jobs by investing in infrastructure, To these ends our politicians have tried wars and a centrally- nurturing manufacturing,and ending tax breaks for controlled incentive-based economy.It has been a failure corporations that ship jobs overseas. which is manifested in our exploding debt and deficit. • Level the playing field for American workers by ending One would think they might audit the FED,or give the Free China's unfair trade practices and holding them account- Market a chance to establish real interest rates and real able for illegally manipulating their currency. prices which would signal how production,savings,and • End tax giveaways to Big Oil and invest in renewable debt should be allocated.Instead they have doubled down energy. with more of the same. • End the war in Afghanistan and invest the savings in Centrally controlled interest rates and the corporate-state- education and infrastructure. agenda have perverted our economy.The consequences will • Make college more affordable by giving students the engulf our good citizenry and some will lose their principles same low interest rates on their loans as big banks, in the ensuing chaos. and let everyone refinance their student loans to take We must audit the FED and dismiss all corrupt or misguided advantage of today's low rates.•politicians. Protect a woman's right to choose and pass legislation ensuring equal pay for equal work. I understand that our Constitution enumerates powers for the • End LGBT workplace discrimination and fight for full federal government and reserves the rest for local govern- equality for all. ments.With this understanding I ask for your consent.I ask • Protect and strengthen Social Security and Medicare. for your vote. Endorsed by:Planned Parenthood Action Fund,Basic Rights by Mike Montchalin www.montchalin.com Oregon,Oregon Education Association,Oregon Nurses (This information furnished by Mike Montchalin.) Association,Oregon State Fire Fighters Council,Oregon AFL-CIO "Jeff Merkley has repeatedly led the fight to make college more affordable,to ban predatory mortgages,and to level the playing field for American manufacturing.I need him as a partner in the fight for Oregon jobs and Oregon values." -U.S.Senator Ron Wyden jeffmerkley.com (This information furnished by Jeff Merkley for Oregon.) Official 2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet',:- 9 US Senator US Senator A, Christina Monica Jean Lugo Wehby Pacific Green � ° Republican Occupation:Artist,Peace Occupation:Pediatric Activist Neurosurgeon Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Sole Proprietor,Green Hills r> ' Pediatric Neurosurgeon, Lawn and Garden Director of Pediatric Educational Background: Neurosurgery,Randall University of Minnesota,Macalester College Children's Hospital 1997-Present Prior Governmental Experience:Secretary&Co Chair,Pacific Educational Background:B.S.University of Notre Dame; Green Party B.A.University of Notre Dame 1984;MD,Baylor College of Vote for Peace Medicine,1988;Neurosurgical Residency,UCLA Medical I am running for Federal office because I am a feminist who is Center,1995 opposed to war. Prior Governmental Experience:First time seeking political I oppose Senate Resolution 498 which supported office pp pported the State of Israel during its widespread and massive bombing and shell- As a pediatric neurosurgeon,I have spent a lifetime dedicated ing of Gaza.I could not support Senator Merkley as I watched to making a difference in the lives of others.So,it often hospitals and schools being bombed,families killed in their surprises people to hear I am willing to leave a profession homes,mosques destroyed and hundreds of thousands of like that to run for public office. But,as a mother of four people made refugees in their own homeland.` and a doctor of pediatrics,I have a concern our struggling While I condemn the rocket attacks of Hamas and acknowl- economy,and massive debt are leading to fewer opportune- edge the special relationship the US and Israel have,I oppose ties for the next generation of Oregonians. $3 billion in military aid to Israel.I decry the military indus- Changing that path means changing the people we send trial complex here in the United States,which spends$640 to Washington.Career politicians aren't worried about billion dollars annually on weapons of mass destruction and Oregonians,but I am.I'm ready to use my skill set to bring ongoing occupations in Iraq and Afghanistan. opportunity back to Oregon. The Democratic Party has failed to close Guantanamo Bay, Here's my plan to do it: failed to reign in the NSA,failed to sunset the Patriot Act and Fighting for Oregon Jobs •failed to make America safer,because both the Republicans • Support lower taxes for all Oregonians and Democrats believe that America must maintain peace Fight to decrease excessive regulation •through fear,and the Greens believe that we have strength • Install commonsense policies to jumpstart our through peace. economy Greens support a dramatic redirection of spending--away • Protecting Oregon's Future from war and towards peace.We support spending on jobs, • education,healthcare and infrastructure.We are for climate Support a balanced budget amendment justice,opposed to GMO's,we support • Reduce our$17 trillion debt j pp pport women's rights and • End corporate bailouts and cronyism the rights of the planet.We are a progressive party that repre • Promote and invest in better education sents the healing,reconciling,peaceful future we all deserve. Vote Green • Fixing Our Healthcare www.christina4senate.orq • Ensure people with pre-existing conditions have access to healthcare By the way,if Ballot Measure 90 passes--the"Top Two" • Institute patient centered,market driven reforms. Primary proposition,it is unlikely that voters will see a • Ensure people can pick the doctor they want,and point of view of any"third party"candidates in any future the healthcare they need November election voters'guide. Please vote for diversity of • Protecting Oregon Values values and opinion and Vote NO on Measure 90. • Support a woman's right to choose (This information furnished by Christina Lugo.) • Defend marriage equality and the rights of all Oregonians • Protect our environment and the livelihoods relying on it It's time we had a Senator willing to fight on the issues that matter most to Oregonians;someone who will work across party lines to get the job done,not continue the status quo. On these issues and more,you can count on me to do just that.I humbly ask for your support to represent you in the United States Senate. (This information furnished by Dr.Monica Wehby for U.S.Senate.) 10 Candidates" Partisan Candice US Representative, 5th District US Representative, 5th District Raymond Kurt Baldwin � � Schrader Constitution <E Democrat Occupation:Small Business, Occupation:U.S.Congressman General Contractor. x� Y Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Veterinarian;Small Journeyman carpenter,10 Businessman;Farmer years,Local 1388.Sheet metal Educational Background: plant expeditor.Plywood mill Cornell University,B.A.; worker.Boom Man,Willamette University of Illinois,B.S.;Doctor of Veterinary Medicine River,Vice President of Local. Educational Background:North Marion High School.OCE Prior Governmental Experience:State Senator;State in Monmouth.PCC and PSU;political science and Middle Representative;Co-Chair,Joint Committee on Ways and East studies.ASPSU Chairman of Academic Affairs.Intern Means;Canby Planning Commission. Coordinator for Governor Vic Atiyeh. DELIVERING FOR OREGON—WORKING TOGETHER Prior Governmental Experience:2012 candidate.Ran for • Kurt is an effective,independent voice for Oregonians. Canby Mayor,1972,State Representative,1976 and 1980. As a farmer,veterinarian and small business owner he Site council:Knight Elementary,Ackerman Junior.Baldwin knows what it takes to get things done.He has delivered lobbies on behalf of children and families. for his community by recovering more than$4 million for Stand Up Oregon constituents having trouble with Social Security payments, veteran's benefits,IRS disputes and other issues with the Fellow Oregonians, federal government. Baldwin is running to protect and restore individual rights • Kurt serves as co-chair of the"problem solvers caucus" being eliminated by politicians prostituting votes for money in Congress,bringing Republicans and Democrats and using insider trading to become millionaires.We need together to break through the partisan gridlock. term limits and the changing of the guard.As a single father • Kurt voted to block a congressional pay raise and sup- of nine,grandfather of ten and great-grandfather of one,he ports banning members of Congress from receiving pay knows firsthand the difficulties families face.Baldwin pledges during a shutdown.He donated his pay to a local food to stand up and defend our freedoms and liberty. bank during the shutdown last year. • The 5th district's high unemployment rate of 12.5%doesn't Kurt introduced a bill to keep big money out of politics. include individuals no longer receiving unemployment. People shouldn't have to buy access to Congress. • Baldwin pledges to lead the fight to restore jobs,especially Kurt supports a budget plan that puts everything on the those in our renewable wood industry. table to put us back on the path of fiscal sustainability. • He has worked to help Oregon's small businesses cut Baldwin opposes the executive branch's failure to uphold through red tape,expand and create jobs for Oregonians. our laws,refusal to protect our borders and creating czars • Kurt led and passed the bipartisan Farm bill and a Forest to oversee governmental activities without congressional bill to put rural Oregon back to work. oversight. • Kurt has been able to deliver job-creating projects like Baldwin believes in the 1st Amendment,the people's right the NOAH fleet in Newport,the Woodburn interchange, to freedom of speech,assembly and redress of grievances. Sunrise corridor improvements,and the Aurora control A member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, tower. Baldwin believes all citizens should be free to worship where, Kurt knows that many families are still struggling to get by. when and how they may. He is working to keep Pell grant funding high and to cut stu- The 2nd Amendment should not be infringed.Gun owner- dent loan rates.Kurt also supports investment in infrastruc- ship adds to public safety and national security.Congress lure,humane immigration reform,healthier forest policy,and should not make any law or enter into international treaty that a budget that gets our economy going while reducing our violates the security or right of the people. children's debt and protecting our seniors'safety net. Have you had enough?It's time to give power back to the www.kurtschrader.com people.Help unite Oregonians for Families,Freedoms and (This information furnished by Kurt Schrader.) our Future.Vote Raymond Baldwin,your next Congressional Representative. Stand up Oregon! (This information furnished by Raymond L.Baldwin.) 000.1-20-14 G.. at tectionVoters':Pamphlet 11 US Representative, 5th District US Representative, 5th District Tootie Marvin Smith Sannes Republican Independent Occupation:Clackamas County Occupation:own and manage Commissioner;Small Business real estate in Salem since 1974. Owner Read,sail,beekeeper,2 grown Occupational Background: daughters,a 6 year old son,2 4th Generation Family son-in-laws,2 grand children. Farmer;Newspaper Editor; sY Occupational Background: State Director,Oregon Lands Restored the Historic West Coalition Salem City Hall,Youth Program Director,Small Business Educational Background:Concordia University,B.S.,Cum Owner. Laude Educational Background:Graduate Portland State University Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon State Legislator, Prior Governmental Experience:Candidate for Oregon's 2001-2005;State Budget Committee;Deputy Majority House 2010 and 2012,Workers Bus Bill 1973,HCR16 2013 Leader;Molalla Local Schools Committee;President, This campaign is to offer District 5 voters a referendum on Oregon Brain Injury Alliance Associated Oregon Counties, America's military expansion around the world and now into Director;Clackamas County Parks Liaison,Veteran and Audit our neighborhoods. Committees,Willamette Falls Heritage Council,Affordable Housing Work Group Distinguished Legislative Service Since 9/11,less than 50 Americans have been killed by terror- Award:Agriculture and Timber Committee Outstanding ist acts in the US.80%of war casualties are women and chil- Service;Taxpayers Association Bulldog Award dren,22 US military suicides EVERY DAY,100,000 contractors Today's Congress has earned its 13 percent approval rating and 30,000 uniformed troops in Afghanistan today,3 billion a week,and nothing in our newspaper.We must have dialogue After too many years in Washington DC some members about the actions of our government. forget who they represent.As a fourth generation Oregonian, The scientific evidence of the controlled demolition of the I live here and I'm here to stay.My deep family roots remind World Trade Center is now beyond question.That event me of who I represent. launched our War on Terror within 3 days.We've had With 25 years in small business,I know who I am and where no criminal investigation,no fire investigation,no NTSB I come from—the middle class hardworking people of investigation.Only 1 in 7 Americans know a 3rd tower was Oregon's Fifth District.I share your concerns and struggles. destroyed that day.We must honor our rule-of-law tradition I will work diligently to change the following: and demand discussion from our press and accountability from Congress. Health Care:patient centered,patient controlled,affordable. We are approaching a cliff:17 trillion debt,now uncontrol- Oregon Forests:return federally controlled forest land to the lable with no plan.Government,Security,and Finance have state and counties.Allow reasonable harvest to fund police, become America's biggest industries.We must accept that the county roads and schools.Reduce catastrophic forest fires war we have been fighting since 1939 is over.Oregon's transi- that risk lives and pollute the air. tion to an economy of peace will be easier than most states Rural Jobs:Reduce federal regulations that prevent sustain- thanks to Senator Wayne Morse;50 years ago he recognized able use of our natural resources.Fishermen should fish, seeking defense contracts was not a healthful economy. farmers should farm and forests should be managed to bring Your vote counts,a strong showing on these issues will prosperity back to.all of Oregon. change politics in 2016. Secure the Borders:Develop a workable immigration plan, Abolish the Department of Homeland Security not amnesty.Fund Border Security. Repeal the Patriot Act Reduce the Deficit,Balance the Budget:Borrowing money to Term and Campaign Limits pay bills must stop! Middle Class Life Style:stop the rapid decline. Free enter- Raise benefits for veterans,150,000 homeless in America today prise must flourish,end the federal strangle hold. Abolish Military Foreign Aid I WILL FIGHT FOR CHANGE! America:a noble cause,again As hard as it takes-As long as it takes www.marvinsannes.com 503-851-6055 I won't forget who I work for! (This information furnished by Committee to Elect Together let's make Oregon Important again! Marvin Sannes.) Send Tootie Smith to Congress! www.TootieforCongress.com email:tootie @tootiesmith.com (This information furnished by Tootle Smith.) 12 Candidates I Partisan Chide; Governor Governor AN Dennis Aaron Richardson Auer r Republican p Re Constitution Independent Occupation:Circuit Rider, Occupation:Businessman; Minister of the Gospel State Representative � ' ? Occupational Background: Self-employed,Pioneerin Occupational Background: Pioneering U.S.Army combat helicopter Pastor pilot,Vietnam;Small Business Educational Background: Owner;Attorney Rhema Bible Training Center Educational Background:BYU,J.Reuben Clark Law School Prior Governmental Experience:None Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon House of REVIVING OUR STATE'S SOVEREIGN RIGHTS Representatives,Speaker Pro Tern,Co-Chair of Ways& AND Means Committee;City Councilor;School District Budget YOUR PRIVATE PROPERTY PROTECTION Committee Chairman I was raised on the Auer Jersey Farm which produced the Community Service:Boy Scout and church youth leader; highest quality raw milk in Oregon.A high standard work volunteer soccer coach;veteran ethic was exemplified by my family.Honor and patriotism Oregonians, took root in my heart and soul at a young age.I will defend our hardworking Oregonian's land,sovereign rights,and Voters across the state are rightly disappointed with the private property. expensive failures of John Kitzhaber's aloof and largely HONORING OUR HEROIC VETERANS absent third term. AND Under John Kitzhaber,Oregon has recently lost thousands of PRESERVING OUR RICH HERITAGE jobs,wasted$300 million dollars on Cover Oregon without At our State Capitol grounds stands two living memorials: a single person enrolling online,and wasted another$190 The Circuit Rider and Jason Lee Statue with Bible and petition million on the Columbia River Crossing-abridge that never in hand.These landmarks have been set;never to be replaced got built.Our state ranks 49th in the country for high school or removed.If we do not fight to keep the knowledge of graduation rates and our kids are leaving to seek prosperity our heritage will lose the blessin of the LORD on our elsewhere. 9 9 great state.I will endeavor to honor and preserve the Native Oregon news outlets report that Governor Kitzhaber chooses American's quest for the Book of Heaven. to pay women just 79 cents on the dollar compared to their FREEDOM OF RELIGION,SPEECH,AND THE RIGHT TO KEEP male counterparts.This inequality must stop immediately. AND BEAR ARMS With attentive and accountable leadership,we can return Oregon's Organic Law of the Provisional Government stated, Oregon to prosperity.As your next governor,I will put an end "Religion,morality,and knowledge being necessary for to cronyism,take personal responsibility for state projects, good government.Article 1,Section 2 and 3 of Oregon State and lead a government focused more on protecting your job Constitution reads,"All men shall be secured in their natural than mine. right to worship Almighty God according to the dictates of I promise to run the first Administration in Oregon history their own consciences.No law shall in any case whatever that pays women and men equally. control the free exercise and enjoyment of religious opinions I will demand the legislature fund K-12 Education before any or interfere with the right of conscience." other program,and I will work tirelessly to make sure every SANCTITY OF LIFE AND MARRIAGE Oregonian has the opportunity for a full-time job.I won't We are all created in the Creator's image;therefore,the let up until the next generation of Oregonians has the same unalienable rights of the unborn is the first duty of civil educational opportunities my kids had. government.Human life is sacred.Male and female created I have a plan to get Oregon working again. He them.For this cause shall a man leave his Father and his Please visit www.DennisRichardson.com/reboot to learn Mother and shall cleave unto his wife. how we can ignite Oregon's economy,provide our children VOTE FOR AARON AUER FOR GOVERNOR:OREGON'S with a world-class education,reform dysfunctional state PREACHING STATESMAN government at every level and make sure Oregon women For information contact:www.constitutionoartvoreoon.or receive equal pay for equal work. q Together we can do this! LIFE,LIBERTY,AND LIMITED GOVERNMENT Sincerely, (This information furnished by Aaron Auer.) Dennis Richardson (This information furnished by Citizens To Elect Dennis Richardson.) tfflOsi 2014 601*rat Election Voters'Pamphlet ; 13 Governor State Senator, 10th District John Jackie f Kitzhaber Winters Democrat Republican Working Families Democrat Independent Occupation:Governor of Oregon Occupation:Small business Occupational Background: ' = owner,Jackie's Ribs;State Emergency Room Physician Senator Educational Background: Occupational Background: South Eugene High School,1965;B.A. Dartmouth College, Public agency administration,small business owner 1969;M.D.University of Oregon Medical School, 1973 Educational Background:Jefferson High School,Portland; Prior Governmental Experience:Governor 2011-present, Oregon State System of Higher Education Continuing 1995-2003;Senate President 1985-1993;State Senator Education 1981-1993;State Representative 1979-1981 Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon Legislature; John Kitzhaber Member,Joint Emergency Board;Member,Joint Ways& As an emergency room doctor in rural Oregon,legislator, Means Committee;Chair,Human Resources Subcommittee, governor and father,John Kitzhaber has delivered for Oregon Joint Ways&Means Committee Emergency Board;Mid- workers,seniors and children. Willamette Valley Regional Advisory Committtee;ee;Chair, Quality Education Model Review Committee;Oregon A strong vision for Oregon's future Ombudsman,Assistant to Governor Atiyeh;Oregon State • Fighting to rebuild a strong,secure middle class by help Executive Service;U.S.Air Force Academy Board of Visitors ing small businesses grow and by delivering the right LEADERSHIP FOR A STRONGER ECONOMY kind of jobs—good paying jobs with benefits "Building her small business from the ground up,Jackie • Revamping workforce training to better prepare Winters knows what it takes to create jobs and support small Oregonians with the skills they need for 21st century jobs businesses.She has fought to grow family wage jobs in • Creating new jobs in rural Oregon in forest management our community so families can thrive.Join us in supporting and wildlife habitat protection while producing a reliable Jackie Winters for State Senate."Oregon Small Business supply of timber Coalition and Create Jobs PAC Working across party lines to get things done SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS FOR ALL • Boosting investment in early reading skills through third Jackie Winters'tireless work on behalf of our most vulner- grade so more children graduate ready to succeed able citizens has made an invaluable impact.As Co-Chair of • Reforming the state's public employee retirement system the Public Safety Committee,she fought to lower prison costs to save millions while reducing crime and keeping our communities safe." • Restoring lost school days and hiring teachers while Marion County Sheriff Jason Myers,Walt Beglau,Marion demanding accountability for key outcomes like high County District Attorney,Oregon State Fire Fighters Council school graduation rates and Oregon State Police Officers Association • Coordinating state healthcare services to reduce waste, cut costs,improve quality and expand preventive care BRINGING PEOPLE TOGETHER • Adding over 100,000 jobs and reducing unemployment "Jackie Winters has consistently worked across the aisle • Freezing tuition at Oregon's community colleges and in Salem,building a reputation for putting our community universities for the first time in 14 years first.She brings people together to find real solutions to the A leader we can trust problems we face daily.Join us in voting for Jackie Winters John Kitzhaber has stayed true to his values,taken tough for State Senate."Gladys Blum,Gayle Caldorazzo-Doty and stands,and delivered for Oregonians.That's why he's been Dave Hafner endorsed by thousands of Oregonians,including: SERVING AS YOUR STATE SENATOR IS AN HONOR Oregon Business Association "It is an honor to serve as your State Senator.Oregonians Oregon League of Conservation Voters are hard working and resilient,and I believe that by work- SEIU 503&49 ing together we will find solutions to the problems we face. Oregon Nurses Association Thank you for the opportunity to serve this community.I Oregon AFL-CIO respectfully ask for your continued support and your vote." American Federation of Teachers-Oregon(AFT-Oregon) Jackie Winters Oregon AFSCME PLEASE VOTE JACKIE WINTERS FOR STATE SENATE Oregon State Building and Construction Trades Council Basic Rights Oregon Equality PAC (This information furnished by Friends of Jackie Winters.) Oregon State Council for Retired Citizens Planned Parenthood PAC NARAL Pro-Choice Oregon PAC (This information furnished by Kitzhaber for Governor.) 14 Candidates Partisan cats State Senator, 11th District State Senator, 11th District Peter Patricia Courtney Milne Democrat Republican 9 Working Families Occupation:Small Business Occupation:Oregon State sr Owner 29 Senator,Oregon State Senate it Occupational Background: President Entrepreneur,County Occupational Background: Commissioner ' Private Practice Attorney; Educational Background: Employment Relations Board;Legal Aid Attorney;Assistant Graduate:Mt.Lakes High School,Claremont School to the President,Western Oregon University Prior Governmental Experience:Marion County Educational Background:BA,Master of Public Commissioner(1999-April 2014);State Representative Administration,University of Rhode Island;JD,Boston (1993-1998);Woodburn School Board(1989-1992) University School of Law Community Service:Woodburn Chamber First Citizen Prior Governmental Experience:State Senator,State 2014;Public Safety Coordinating Council;Marion County Representative,Salem City Council,Salem Mass Transit Veterans'Task Force;"Striking Out Meth in Marion County"; Board Woodburn Rotary President;Woodburn&Salem Chambers Community Involvement:Past Board Member,Mid-Valley of Commerce;NW Senior and Disability Services Board; Children's Guild,Red Cross,United Way,YMCA Blanchet Catholic School President's Advisory Board Personal:Married to Margie Courtney,three sons-Peter, Endorsements include:Marion County Sheriff Jason Myers; Sean,and Adam daughter-in-laws Melinda and Darbi, Walt M.Beglau Marion County District Attorney;NFIB/Oregon grandson Brayden,and dog Dilly (National Federation of Independent Business);Marion County Farm Bureau;Taxpayers Association of Oregon PAC;Create Peter Courtney Jobs PAC;Oregon Right To Life PAC;Oregon Anti-Crime Nobody Works Harder or Delivers More for Oregonians! Alliance PAC;and more:www.PattiMilneForSenate.com Peter led the successful fight to: It's Time For YOU To Be HEARD! • Invest in our community.Peter supported funding for Dear Friends, the Woodburn Interchange and the Minto Island Bridge, It has been an honor to serve you over the past 25 years in a creating jobs,reducing traffic,and improving our variety of ways throughout the Woodburn-Salem area,most community. recently as your county commissioner.Yet,the growing • Prioritize children and education. Peter led efforts to challenges I've seen facing our district and across the state increase K-12 school funding by a record$1 billion and require fundamental policy changes at the state level.For reduce tuition costs at community colleges.Peter has this reason,I am called to take my experience back to the voted to make sure every Oregon child has access to legislature and provide the ACCOUNTABILITY, VISION AND healthcare.He sponsored Oregon's Amber Alert law and LEADERSHIP YOU DESERVE. boosted funding for youth mental health and domestic I will put education first and give students,parents and teach- violence services in our community. ers the resources they need to succeed. • Grow small business.By cutting taxes for small busi- will fight for small businesses and agriculture to get the I nesses,Peter is making it easier for small businesses to same tax benefits and compete on a level playing field with expand and hire new employees. large corporations. • Help our seniors.Under Peter's leadership,funding for I will champion the rights of victims of domestic and sexual Oregon Project Independence doubled,allowing seniors violence and hold offenders accountable. to stay in their homes as they age.He voted to lower the price of prescription drugs,increased funding for Senior I will be an ardent advocate for veterans,seniors,the disabled and Disabled Transit,and invested in cancer research at and the vulnerable among us whose voices are not heard. OHSU. I will demand government accountability,cost efficiencies, Just some of Peter's supporters: and hold the line on new taxes and fees. Educators and Parents:Oregon Education Association, You have a choice.Your vote does count.Together,we can The Mother PAC make Oregon a better place for everyone!Thank you for your Unions,Business,and Agriculture:UFCW Local 555,SEIU 49, vote! Oregon AFCSME,Oregon Business Association, Sincerely, Oregon Nurseries'PAC Patti Environment and Healthcare:Oregon League of Conservation Approachable*Passionate*Accomplished Voters,Oregon Nurses Association Law Enforcement and Firefighters:Oregon State Police (This information furnished by Patti Milne for State Senate.) Officers Association,Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance PAC, Oregon State Fire Fighters Council Re-Elect Senator Peter Courtney Nobody Works Harder! www.VotePeterCourtney.com (This information furnished by Peter Courtney for State Senate.) Official 2014 General Election Voters' Pamphlet 13 State Senator, 13th District State Senator, 13th District Ryan T Kim Thatcher Howard .. . 6"Republican � �- Democrat,.. , Independent Working Families Libertarian Occupation:Attorney,Small Business Owner Occupation:Owner;highway �� contracting company,and Occupational Background: equipment rentals/sales Attorney business Educational Background: Occupational Background:Accounting;Computer Technician; Washington State University;Lewis&Clark Law School Software Development;Construction Projects Manager; Prior Governmental Experience:Newberg City Councilor, Equipment Operator;Construction Laborer;Social Services 2010-2013;Newberg Council President,2014 Volunteer;SMART Reading Volunteer,High School Mentor Educational Background:Oregon City High School,Portland Ryan Howard State University "It's time we take our state back from partisan politicians Prior Governmental Experience:State Representative who care more about making a headline than making our 2005-present;appointments include Oregon Transparency government work." Commission;Economic Development,Education,Business Ryan Howard is an independent minded local leader who and Labor,Legislative Audits and Information Management takes a stand for all Oregonians.He will work with people on and Technology,and Consumer Protection and Government both sides of the aisle to create jobs,get people back to work, Accountability committees. support our schools,and hold our government accountable. Community Activities:Oregon Contractors Association;Keizer, Ryan Howard for our Economy. Chehalem Valley,and Wilsonville Area Chambers of Commerce; Ryan will work to bring back jobs and support policies that National Federation of Independent Business;National allow small businesses to prosper. Association of Women in Construction;Church volunteer. • Personal:Happily married 30 years. Four wonderful children, Supporting tax fairness and predictability that will allow three adorable grandchildren.Licensed by FAA to fly small businesses to grow and add jobs. • airplanes into clouds,though remains grounded because of Expanding training opportunities that prepare our family,church,work,and community commitments.Finds workforce for the jobs of tomorrow. cheap entertainment playing with her dogs and cats. • Listening to the needs of small businesses and seeking real solutions. VOTE for Kim Thatcher! Ryan Howard for Accountable Government. PROVEN,PRINCIPLED LEADERSHIP Ryan will hold our leaders to account so we don't repeat the Making Oregon a Better Place to Work&Raise a Family errors of the past. • Kim introduces policies encouraging job growth and • Making government audits and reports accessible to the reducing red tape. • Kim spearheaded the Oregon Transparency Website,so • Aggressively investigating misuse of government taxpayers can monitor state spending and programs. • Kim creates safer communities through bi-partisan work resources. • cracking down on drunk driving and sex offenders. Cutting wasteful spending. • Kim supports a legal workforce. Ryan Howard for Oregon Schools. Making Oregon a Better Place to Go to School Oregon students lack the attention they deserve while • Kim promotes policies that support local school districts teachers are struggling to keep up with mandates.Ryan and parents in fostering individual student success. Howard will fight to shrink class sizes by funding our schools • Kim defends school choice options for improving educa- efficiently and work to reduce the rising costs of tuition. tional opportunities for all. Ryan Howard for Strong Communities. • Kim pushes for setting budget priorities including fund- ing schools first. Ryan Howard will work to bring local control back to our com- • Kim opposes implementing unproven,controversial munities by giving our citizens a strong voice in the Oregon "Common Core"curriculum in our schools. Legislature. People agree you should VOTE KIM THATCHER • Encouraging community participation and input on state for State Senate: issues. Sheriffs of Oregon PAC • Allowing local communities to determine their own way NFIB/Oregon(National Federation of Independent Business) forward. • Oregon Chiefs of Police Association Fighting for the values of rural Oregonians. Representative Julie Parrish Endorsed By: Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance PAC Oregon Small Business Coalition Oregon Education Association State Representative John Davis Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce Common Sense for Oregon PAC Oregon League of Conservation Voters Oregon Firearms Federation Political Action Committee SEIU Local 503 Wilsonville Area Chamber of Commerce Oregon AFSCME AG-PAC And many others Senator Larry George www.HowardforOreoon.com www.kimthatcher.com 503-766-4783 (This information furnished by Friends of Kim Thatcher.) (This information furnished by Howard for Oregon.) l6 Ca ndidetes.I Partisan Ca .. s, State Senator, 20th District State Senator, 20th District Alan R Jamie Olsen Damon Itte "` Republican Democrat Independent Working Families Occupation:Oregon State Occupation:Professional Senator;Owner,Custom Faculty,Institute for Natural Construction Services Resources at OSU. Occupational Background: , Occupational Background: Owner,Custom Construction Public policy mediator,State Services;Sales Representative,Scott Paper Company of Oregon;Collaborative Systems Director,Portland State Educational Background:Bachelor of Science,Purdue University National Policy Consensus Center;Managing University Partner,JLA Public Involvement. Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon State Senator;City Educational Background:Master of Arts,School for Councilman,Middle Point,Ohio;United States ARMY Military International Training(SIT);Speech Communication,Portland Police State University. ALAN OLSEN Prior Governmental Experience:Board Member,Clackamas Community College Foundation Board;Clackamas County YOUR STATE SENATOR Commissioner;Member,0 and C Lands Task Force; CREATING JOBS Commissioner,Oregon Dispute Resolution Commission. In the Oregon Senate,Alan made creating family-wage jobs Jamie Damon his top priority.As a small business owner,Alan has spent Forward.Together. over 25 years creating jobs for our friends and neighbors.He For nearly three decades,Jamie Damon has brought people believes small businesses should have the same tax benefits together to resolve disagreements on complex issues.Now, as large corporations,creating an economic environment Jamie is applying her proven record of problem-solving to where all businesses can thrive. He knows what it takes to get the tough challenges facing our community and our state. our economy working. IMPROVING EDUCATION Jamie Damon:Revitalizing our economy Jamie understands that small businesses are the backbone of Oregon has failed our children with education policies that Clackamas County,and she'll continue to build an economy treat the symptoms of our failing system,rather than solving that works for working families. the problem.As your Senator,Alan supported measures to "Jamie is trusted by both conservationists and loggers, give our children the skills and funding they need to compete and we need her leadership in Salem to make sure our with students internationally.We must ensure our education economy can thrive far into the future." dollars are focused where they will do the most good for our Roger Daugherty,owner,Daugherty Horse Logging, students:the classroom. Fischer's Mill MAKING GOVERNMENT WORK FOR YOU Jamie Damon:Advocating for veterans Alan believes that Oregonians want transparency in govern- Jamie is a strong advocate for our veterans.As a commis- ment.Alan fought to increase transparency and efficiency in sioner,she voted to provide housing and job assistance to Salem,preventing legislators from submitting amendments veterans in Clackamas County. anonymously.He fights to balance the state budget without raising taxes on Oregon families and voted twice against Jamie Damon:Strengthening schools spending taxpayer dollars on the failed healthcare exchange. Jamie will make sure schools have the resources they need to SUPPORTING OUR VETERANS keep teachers and reduce class sizes,and advocate for more transparency in the way school districts spend our taxpayer As a veteran himself,Alan has worked hard to provide greater dollars. access to services for our veterans,and serves on the Senate "Jamie Damon is committed to job training and funding for Committee on Veterans and Emergency Preparedness.Alan our schools." sponsored and passed two bills to aid Oregon veterans, Alice Norris,Clackamas Community College Foundation, giving them access to cheaper in-state tuition rates at Oregon former Mayor of Oregon City universities and the ability to take Veteran's Day off to be honored for their sacrifice. Jamie Damon:Increasing accountability ENDORSED BY: Everyone agrees that state agencies must be more account- able with our tax dollars.Jamie supports tough audits to Clackamas County Farm Bureau make sure state programs deliver results. National Federation of Independent Business We support Jamie! North Clackamas County Chamber of Commerce Oregon Education Association Oregon Building and Construction Trades Council Wilsonville Area Chamber of Commerce Sheriff Craig Roberts National Electrical Contractors Association NW Sportfishing Industry Association Oregon Council of Police Associations John Brenneman Oregon State Fire Fighters Council Don Fish Oregon Nurses Association U.S.Senator Ron Wyden www.alanolsen.com (This information furnished by Alan Olsen for Oregon Senate www.votejamiedamon.com Committee.) (This information furnished by Jamie Damon.) 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Court x Benton and Grant County Deputy Appointed Special Advocate (CASA)for Marion County Sheriff;Small Business Owner Juvenile Court--CoFounder of Marion Polk Move To Amend Educational Background:BS-Management and Educational Background:Brigham Young University,B.S.in Communications,Corban University Psychology and Biology;San Jose State University,Graduate Prior Governmental Experience:Lebanon Community Work in School Psychology;The Teaching Company Great School Board and Chair;Fair Dismissal Appeals Board, Courses,World and American History Governor's Appointment;Linn County Compensation Board, Prior Governmental Experience:None Commissioner's Appointment I am a small d democrat Community Service:School Volunteer;New Hope Pregnancy Center;Legislative Policy Committee;Oregon School Boards I believe as stated in both the State and Federal Constitutions Association;Sunday School Teacher That the People Are Sovereign REPRESENTATIVE SHERRIE SPRENGER:OUR VALUES That the People(only)have the right to set Government Policy. Representative Sherrie Sprenger stands strong for our values Artificial Entities(Corporations)have stolen and works hard to deliver results for our families and rural your Sovereingty and Rights. communities. Right here in Oregon ALEC has bought 19 of our Legislators • JOBS AND THE ECONOMY:Reduce burdensome regulation and red tape,create incentives for our small ALEC is supported by and represents the interests of businesses to grow and hire our neighbors The KOCH BROTHERS(the 1%ers who invented • EDUCATION:Fully fund our schools and give teachers flexibility in the classroom flamable drinking water) • PUBLIC SAFETY:Secure funding for rural public safety My opponent is a member of ALEC. • COMMONSENSE BUDGETING:Eliminate government waste and inefficiency,streamline agencies for better I have worked since 2009 to rid our electorial service system of Corporate Money and Influence. REPRESENTATIVE SHERRIE SPRENGER:OUR VOICE more information at:richharisay.org Our district benefits from Representative Sprenger's experi- (This information furnished by Richard Harisay.) ence,leadership and commonsense solutions. • EMPOWERING LOCAL SCHOOLS:After two years and a Governor's veto,Representative Sprenger got a bill passed that allows school board to enter into agreements with Native American tribes for the use of mascots that represent them.Representative Sprenger has met with school boards and tribe members across the state to work together on these agreements. • ENSURING QUALITY HEALTH CARE FOR RURAL OREGON:Representative Sprenger ensured that money was allocated for medical students serving in rural areas to have a portion of their student loans forgiven. • PROTECTING VULNERABLE YOUTH:Representative Sprenger sponsored and got a bill passed to improve services for vulnerable young Oregonians through the Youth Suicide Intervention and Prevention Coordinator. REPRESENTATIVE SHERRIE SPRENGER:ENDORSEMENTS • National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB/Oregon) • Sheriffs of Oregon PAC • Taxpayers Association of Oregon PAC • Oregon Small Business Coalition RE-ELECT REPRESENTATIVE SHERRIE SPRENGER. OUR VALUES.OUR VOICE. SherrieSprenger.com (This information furnished by Sherrie Sprenger.) Official 2014 General Election Voters' Pamphlet 19 State Representative, 18th District State Representative, 18th District ,, Scott A � ` Vic , Mills ' Gilliam Democrat Republican Working Families Occupation: ,.- State.Representative; Occupation:Painter Freightliner/Daimler --,, Self-Employed Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Development Professional: Painter-35 yrs;U.S.Air Force 4 yrs;Volunteer at the V.A.; Willamette University;OHSU IUPAT1094;AFL-CIO Northwest Oregon Labor Council Delegate Foundation;Mercy Corps Educational Background:Canby High School,1976; Educational Background:B.A.Warner Pacific College Clackamas Community College;Employee Benefits School; Prior Governmental Experience:State Representative, Actuarial Accounting Trustees Masters program;Land Use Co-Chair Human Services,Co-Chair Energy,Environment& Planning Certificate;Green Team,Lean Manufacturing, Water,Co-Chair Elder Abuse Prevention Leadership,and Safety Training programs. Vic Gilliam:Our Responsive Leader Prior Governmental Experience:City Council,Public Works Responsive To Public Safety. Commission,Planning Commission,Budget and Traffic Safety Committees-Aurora "Vic Gilliam is a legislator we count on to provide the tools Personal:Married to Cherene for 33 yrs.,one adult son.Live law enforcement needs.We need his continued help on many in the same house we bought 28 years ago. fronts including our fight against our community's meth epidemic.We urge you to return Vic to Salem." Neighbors, Sheriff Jason Myers,Marion County-Sheriff Craig Roberts, I was born in Silverton,Oregon,graduated Canby High Clackamas County School working summers on my grandfather's farm.After Responsive To Our Needs. high school,I attended a Trades school at Clackamas Community College.I was fortunate.I learned a trade that "Vic Gilliam has represented our community with honor.We put me and my family in the Middle Class.Back then the deal trust him to always stay true to his values,the basic principles was,if you worked hard,got a good education and played of smaller government and balanced budgets,and we trust by the rules,you had a shot at the American Dream.I worry him to vote to protect our family checkbooks." that our children won't have the same opportunity unless we Roger Beyer,Former State Senator&AG-PAC Chairman make some changes. • People Need Jobs-We must use all the tools for Job Responsive To Our Most Vulnerable. Creation "Vic Gilliam is an effective legislator working to make signifi- The key to growing jobs and creating a sustainable cant changes for vulnerable Oregonians,including those with economy in Oregon includes an investment in state and brain injury.Chosen Legislator of the Year for passing the local infrastructure and targeting state resources to sup- first concussion legislation in Oregon's history,we need Vic's port small businesses. protection for constituents and all Oregonians." • Stable Funding For Our Schools Sherry Stock,Molalia-Executive Director Oregon Brain Injury Alliance Protect against teacher layoffs that cause increased class Responsive To Us. size.Support our colleges and technical schools to make our labor force thrive in a world economy. "Vic Gilliam is cut from the same political cloth as my father- • Environment and Natural Resources someone who holds the values of Oregonians and the needs of the common person,above that of his own political career." Protect our environment promoting clean air and water at Visko Hatfield all levels striking a balance between protection and man- aged use of the environment that is uniquely Oregon. Endorsements: • Strong leadership that stands up to special interests Oregon Farm Bureau Politicians who serve only the loudest and wealthiest are Oregon AFSCME no longer acceptable. AG PAC Endorsed in part by: National Federation of Independent Business(NFIB/Oregon) Oregon AFL-CIO;Oregon Education Association;OLCV, Oregon Nurseries PAC Building Trades;UFCW-555 See more... scottmillsforhdl8.com Sheriffs of Oregon PAC (This information furnished by Friends of Scott Mills.) National Association of Social Workers Oregon Chapter "I'm committed to growing Oregon's economy by supporting farms and businesses in creating new lobs.As they recover, our state can invest in education and restore public safety officer positions.My duty is to everyone in our district and protecting lobs,families,and our most vulnerable." Vic Gilliam VOTE VIC GILLIAM FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE (This information furnished by Vic Gilliam.) 20 Candidates.I Partisan Ca State Representative, 19th District State Representative, 19th District Bill Jodi L Dalton Hack . Democrat Republican Working Families Occupation:North Santiam Occupation.Fund and Program School District communications Occu atio Development Consultant coordinator and competitive grants writer. Occupational Background: Occupational Background: Public Health and Mental Business manager,Branch Health Programs Administrator manager YMCA;Loan Officer, Educational Background:Antioch College,B.A.;Peabody GMAC Mortgage Co.;Assistant Volleyball Coach,Willamette College/Vanderbilt University,PhD University;Owner,NW Promotions and Resolve Clothing Co. Prior Governmental Experience:County Public Health and Educational Background:Pendleton High School;Chemeketa Mental Health Programs Director,(1976-1996);Governor's Community College,A.S.Degree;Marylhurst University Task Force on Inpatient Psychiatric Services;Director,NAMI- Student. Oregon;Grant Specialist,Salem Keizer School District Prior Governmental Experience:Marion County Children and For decades,Bill has voluntarily served his community, Families Commission and local community Progress Team; including as homeowner associations'member and officer; Homeless and Needy Dedicated Services Team;United Way board member of HOME(Youth and Resource Center);Marion Loan Executive of the year;First Citizen,Stayton;Leadership County Medical Reserve Corps(Disaster and Emergency Council Oregon Community Foundation;Member of Regional Planning);local food bank;County Neighbor-to-Neighbor Action Team for Tri-County Literacy Initiative;Committee Community Mediation Program member,North Santiam School District Bond levy campaign. As Our State Representative,Bill wilt... Board member Salem Keizer Education Foundation and Liberty House Well Represent Our District A Champion for Jobs "Bill Dalton has the experience,energy,intelligence and Jodi will focus on legislation to help stimulate jobs and improve integrity to well serve the people of House District 19." our local and state economy,that's why she has my support." Tom Andersen,Salem City Councilor Elect Advance Oregon's Economy/Businesses Jim Bernau Founder,Willamette Valley Vineyards "His willingness to take the time to understand the issues and Fighting for Jobs and Wages seek pragmatic solutions-rather than just simply following political ideology-will contribute to changes necessary to Small businesses make up 80%of all jobs,which is why Jodi support and expand Oregon's small businesses." wants more attention given to support small business expan- Evann Remington,President/CEO,Fresh n'Local Foods sion and startups.Jodi believes that streamlining regulations, Fight for Oregon's Schools providing strategic business incentives and providing job training are key to stabilizing our local economy. "Bill's advocacy for improving our secondary education A Leader for Education programs to include stronger vocational training will reap more and better jobs for Oregonians." Betty Komp,State "With Jodi's background in education and as a mother of Representative,former School Principal two children,she will be a leader in shaping future education Proven Problem-Solving Skills policies.She is very impressive." "As an administrator of health and mental health services Dick Withnell and board member for many community organizations, Community Volunteer,business person Bill has demonstrated his ability to compassionately and As a Grant Writer for North Santiam School District,Jodi cooperatively resolve complex community problems and works to find private sector dollars to support schools and implement win-win solutions."Tom Stern,Licensed Clinical programs which have been so drastically cut during this Social Worker tough economy.Jodi knows firsthand the needs of the class- Endorsements room and wants every student to enter school ready to learn and be able to read by third grade combined with smaller Stand for Children-Oregon class size and improved technology. Oregon Education Association Endorsed by Commissioner Kevin Cameron SEIU 49&SEIU 503 IBEW Local Union 280 "i strongly support Jodi Hack to replace me as the next repre- UFCW Local 555 sentative from this district.She will be an excellent advocate Oregon AFSCME for this district and state." Oregon School Employees Association Planned Parenthood PAC Commissioner Kevin Cameron Basic Rights Oregon Equality PAC (This information furnished by Jodi Hack.) Oregon League of Conservation Voters "i have worked continuously to improve our area's quality of life. Now I look forward to working with you as your State Representative to make Oregon an even better home for ourselves and our children. Thank you!"Bill Dalton (This information furnished by Bill Dalton for State Rep.) Official 2014 general Election Voters' Pamphlet 27, State Representative, 20th District State Representative, 20th District Kathy B Paul Goss Evans Republican Democrat Working Families Occupation:President,Capital Valuation Group Ltd. Occupation:Educator, Occupational Background: Chemeketa Community Teacher,Salem-Keizer College School District;Principal/ lr Superintendent,Detroit School Occupational Background: District;General Manager,Mo's Educator:Chemeketa Community College,Portland State University,Western Seafood Restaurant;General Manager,Oregon Oyster Farms. Oregon University;Small Business Owner;International/ Educational Background:Bachelors,Oregon State University; National Sales;Senior Policy Advisor for Governor Masters,Western Oregon University;Doctorate in Education, Ted Kulongoski;Major:United States Air Force Portland State University. Educational Background:Master of Arts,Oregon State Prior Governmental Experience:Appointed to the Oregon State University;Bachelors of Science,Western Oregon State Fair Commission by Governor Kitzhaber;appointed to Marion College(Western Oregon University);Central High School County Citizen Review Board by Chief Justice De Muniz. Prior Governmental Experience:Central School District 13J Experience in the Classroom Board of Directors;Oregon Homeland Security Council;Chair, Kathy wants education to be a priority.Because of her back- Governor's Task Force on Veterans'Services;Monmouth ground as a teacher she has the experience to lead.Kathy will Mayor;Monmouth City Council fight for smaller class sizes and policies to help every student Military Experience read by the third grade. United States Air Force/Oregon Air National Guard(overseas duties:Afghanistan,Iraq,Central America,Euro a and "Kathy has not only taught in the classroom,she served as a g q p ' Southwest Asia)Retired 2013 school principal/superintendent.She knows firsthand what our kids need. We need her experience in the Legislature." Leadership Experience Matters Marsha B.Moyer,Executive Director,ImPAC Paul is a leader that knows how to get things done.He has experience bridging partisan differences and facilitating real A Champion for Jobs solutions to challenging problems.Paul Evans will fight for Kathy's experience as a general manager for Mo's motivates the Middle Class:jobs,better schools,an increased Minimum her to help small businesses in Oregon.Less regulations, Wage,pay equity,tax fairness,and effective veterans' more incentives and a positive business environment are services for our returning heroes. n eede d t o decrease our perennially high unemployment ment rate. "We need Paul Evans in the Legislature.1 have known him "We need more leaders in the Legislature like Kathy who are for twenty years and I believe there is no stronger advocate not just willing to fight for small businesses but have firsthand for veterans-anywhere."Representative Brian Clem,House District 21 knowledge of what needs to be done to help them." —NFIB/Oregon(National Federation of Independent Business) "Paul was a leader on education and workforce issues while on our school board.He will make a P rofound difference in Fighting for Lower Taxes the Legislature."Cecelia Koontz,Monmouth City Councilor Kathy has experienced the effects of policies that squeeze "Paul Evans will fight for Main Street,not Wall Street.He will resources out of small businesses and working families.As fight for fair pay,small business opportunities,and a stronger your Representative,she will fight against tax increases. local economy. We need Paul Evans in the Legislature." That's why Kathy has been endorsed by the Taxpayers Jean Mateson,Willaby's Catering and Event Design Association of Oregon PAC. Endorsements: Former Salem First Citizen Oregon Education Association Kathy and her husband Darr were selected as Salem's First Oregon Nurses Association Marion County Farm Bureau Citizen for outstanding community service.She will take this same sense of community to the Legislature where she will Planned Parenthood PAC build strong relationships in an effort to get things done. Oregon Stan Crime Children PAC Bipartisanship will be a central piece of her leadership. Stand For ohcdAn Oregon Council of Police Associations (This information furnished by Kathy Goss For Oregon Building and Construction Trades Council State Representative District 20.) Oregon League of Conservation Voters National Electrical Contractors Association Oregon State Fire Fighters Council Polk County Professional Fire Fighters Local 4196 SEIU 503 American Federation of Teachers-Oregon(AFT-Oregon) Visit www.Paulevans.orq to see a full list of endorsements (This information furnished by Friends of Paul Evans.) 22 Candidates I Partisan Candice, State Representative, 21st District ,/R——'. ::;-',;;.,,' !,%:-7,11pr A Brian �..� fix: / Clem • k Democrat Working Families . Occupation: Representative,Small Business t Owner Occupational Background: Farmer;Director of Salem Field Update your Office for U.S.Senator Ron Wyden;Legislative Assistant to State Senator Cliff Trow .1 Educational Background:B.S.Political Science,Oregon State registration if University,OSU Student Body President;1993-1994 Prior Governmental Experience:Four-term Chair-Oregon Yo u are away Student Assistance Commission Brian Clem—He's as Oregon as it gets. Brian Clem is an Oregon native.His family arrived in 1850— from ho m e before Oregon was even a state.From agriculture to global trade to hi-tech,Brian understands the things that make us unique because he has lived them.Brian was first elected to serve you in 2006.He regularly meets with constituents and The post office will not forward prides himself on responding to their needs. Solving Our Biggest Problems-in 2014 Brian took a lead role your ballot. in bringing together mayors,county commissioners,conser- vationists,developers,farmers and others to strike a balance between Oregon's respected land use system and the need to You can request an absentee help businesses grow and create jobs. Creating Jobs and Encouraging Innovation-Brian ik ballot if you will not be home co-sponsored the new 2014 law expanding access to capital for small businesses looking to grow and create jobs. during an election.The ballot will Promoting Affordable Higher Education-Brian worked to sent to the alternate address support the"Aspiration to College" bill which will support low-income and first-generation community college students and the"Oregon Promise"which will study whether it's you provide. realistic to allow Oregon high school graduates to attend community colleges for free. Protecting Property Rights-Brian continues to fight for , annexation reform by sponsoring legislation every session that protects homeowners in county areas from being taken hostage by cities looking to forcibly annex them. 1 £ (This information furnished by Oregonians for Clem.) F 6 / / i .. ' ,// / 4y 1 £ / for more information about voting in Oregon 4 oregonvotes.gov AI 1 866 673 VOTE/ 1 866 673 8683 se habla espanol TTY 1 800 735 2900 for the hearing impaired Official 2014 General Election Viers'Paniphlet ! 23 State Representative, 22nd District State Representative, 22nd District Betty Matt Y Komp Geiger .yi 3 Democrat ax 41_ z ' IndependenRepublican t Occupation:Retired educator ._ Occupational Background: _ Occupation:Insurance Agent Farm hand;youth minister; assistant principal;principal; � �� Occupational Background: Teacher,Coach,Business \ Educational Background: Owner Bachelor's and Master's Educational Background: degrees from Western Oregon University. Jesuit High School;St.Lawrence University Prior Governmental Experience:State Representative, Prior Governmental Experience:City of Woodburn Budget 2004-present;Mt.Angel School Board,1986-1990. Committee,Fire District Budget Board Dear Friends: Community Service:Woodburn High School Coach; When I was growing up,my family went through some tough Woodburn Rotary;Chamber of Commerce,Woodburn and times.And I draw on my memories of those times when I Salem. represent you at the State Capitol. Family:Married to Kim for 11 years In my family,there were days when we didn't go to the doctor Dear Neighbors, when we needed to because we didn't have insurance.That's why I was so proud to champion a law that provides health Thank you for sharing your stories during the campaign. insurance to 100,000 Oregon children,so they can see a Oregon's families need a representative who understands doctor when they're sick. how hard they're struggling.Our businesses need stability so Nobody appreciates a good job more than the person who they can hire Oregonians.I will: knows what it's like to struggle.I believe small businesses Protect Middle Class families from new taxes on their are the heart of our economy in District 22 and I will fight homes,from small business tax increases,and regressive to make sure they can thrive.My jobs plan includes helping sales taxes that hurt low income families. small businesses get access to the capital they need to grow, "Politicians keep looking for new ways to tax Oregonians,but expand and put people back to work.As an educator,I know they won't spend our money wisely.Matt will think first about that good economy is dependent on all students entering how legislation affects his neighbors and will work to make the workforce,so I'll continue to boost funding in career and sure government is responsible with our tax dollars." technical education programs. Education has always been the key to improving our lives, -Laura Dix,Financial Planner and that's more true today than ever before.As a former Create solutions that help business owners succeed,giving teacher and school administrator,I worked hard to increase them the opportunity to grow. education funding,so we can stop laying off good teachers "Matt's connected to the businesses in our community.He's and reduce class sizes. the only candidate I believe will be our best advocate in Salem." To make sure education funding does the most good,I've also -Javier Salazar,Owner,Javi's Furniture been a vocal advocate for making sure funding goes to our classrooms— not administrators—and for more transparency Work to ensure Oregon families have a robust public educa- in the way school districts spend our taxpayer dollars. tion system with choices that fit the needs of each child. I'm so grateful and humbled by the trust you've placed in me "Oregon continues ranking at the bottom of most education and I do my best every day to live up to it.I'd be honored to statistics. Teachers do more with less.Matt's engaged in our have your vote once again. schools;I trust him to make the best decisions for our kids." Sincerely, -David Ellingson,Woodburn High Science Teacher Betty Komp Ensure we take care of our seniors,returning veterans,and (This information furnished by Betty Komp.) Oregon's most vulnerable citizens. "Matt's the candidate I trust to ensure safe communities, address alarming increases of youth drug abuse,and keep violent offenders off our streets." -Detective Rick Puente,Woodburn Police Proudly Endorsed By: Oregon Moms Building Excellent Schools Together Oregon Small Business Association PAC Oregon Family Farm Association PAC National Federation of Independent Business(NFIB/Oregon) Middle Class PAC Taxpayers Association of Oregon PAC www.mattgeigerfororegon.com (This information furnished by Matt Geiger for Oregon.) 24 Candidates{ Partisan Candidates State Representative, 23rd District State Representative, 23rd District Mike Wanda Nearman Davis 1. Republican Democrat Working Families Occupation:Software Engineer �:• ,to Occupational Background: Occupation:Policy Analyst,OHA Information Technology Occupational Background: Educational Background:BS State of Oregon:Hearing Computer Science,Western � Representative,Administrative Oregon University;BA Liberal Rules Coordinator.Private Arts,Marquette University Sector:Customer Service,Sales Coordinator.Support Prior Governmental Experience:Central School District Volunteer,Dallas Fire Department. Budget Committee Educational Background:Dallas High School,Navy Aviation Supporting Oregon's Job Creators &Electronics Schools. Let's lower taxes and fees and re-evaluate regulations affect—Prior Governmental Experience:None ing small businesses,which are Oregon's most significant I was born in Oregon and have lived most of my life in employers. House District 23. Key Endorsement:NFIB/Oregon(National Federation of I grew up very poor in rural Polk County.By the grace of God Independent Business) working through the State of Oregon and the people of our Reprioritizing Our Classrooms community,our Mom helped us become productive citizens. The rest of my life I've been paying it forward through service Let's focus more resources directly into classrooms so that to others. every student has the opportunity to reach their full potential. After leaving the Navy,I brought my children home so they We also need to expand vocational training for students not could live the values that helped my siblings and me improve seeking a four year college degree and allow more school ourselves and get ahead. choice options for all. Key Endorsement Common Sense for Oregon PAC I'm a mother,grandmother,and a member of the Democratic Gun Owners Caucus.I'm a Navy Veteran.I've served in Protecting Our Neighborhoods the Dallas Volunteer Fire Department and as a Red Cross We've been hit hard by fewer people working and lower volunteer. paying jobs,which leads to less tax revenue for local services Our elected representatives should fight for the people they such as public safety.Let's make job creation the first priority serve,not special interests trying to buy our elections. of government again and better prioritize taxpayer dollars for Public safety must have adequate funding for everybody's essential services. protection. Key Endorsement:Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance PAC Our military veterans should be able to easily obtain every Advocating for Common Sense Government Reforms benefit we promised,and they earned through their service to Let's regularly analyze taxpayer funded programs for their our nation. cost-effectiveness and whether they would be better run The hard work and entrepreneurship of our neighbors with by the private sector.Government projects that run over small businesses should be rewarded,not pushed out by Big budget should be audited and administrators should be held Business. accountable. Every child should have a first-class education because the Key Endorsement:Taxpayers Association of Oregon PAC world we leave to generations to come is the only legacy that Protecting Our 2nd Amendment Rights matters. Let's stand firm to protect our right to bear arms and oppose Washington DC-style politics have begun to overwhelm our attempts to make it more difficult for law-abiding citizens to local debates but Oregon can set an example for the folks in own firearms. the nation's capital. Key Endorsement Oregon Firearms Federation Political I'll bring fresh ideas to Salem with a determination to bring Action Committee people together to solve our problems.I'll cooperate when it helps and I'll put up a fight when needed. Mike Nearman - Ready to Get to Work for You I'm committed to the principles on which our nation was "I've been working hard to meet with voters of all parties.t founded.That's why I'm asking for your vote on November 4th! hope to meet you soon at the door,on the phone or at one of (This information furnished by Friends of Wanda Davis.) my campaign's many coffees throughout the district.I ask that you support me in this important election. Thank you!" -Mike Nearman www.NearmanForOregon.com (This information furnished by Nearman40regon.) Offal 2014 General Election-Voters'Pamphlet 25 State Representative, 23rd District , Alex ,. , Polikoff Pacific Green Nov Occupation:Electrical Engineer 4 Occupational Background: , Electrician,Powerplant Operator,Consulting Engineer Educational Background: �allots must Bachelor of Science e Electrical Engineering,University of California Prior Governmental Experience:Board member,Corvallis Rural Fire Protection District be received HEALTH CARE FOR ALL OREGON I support universal,publicly-funded medical coverage.Health by 8prn on care should be a right,not a privilege only for those who can afford it.30%of all healthcare dollars go to administration and profits;let's use that money for actual healthcare.No one in Oregon should die for lack of health insurance. we rn b e r 4 ESTABLISH AN OREGON STATE BANK Keep our money in Oregon.Stop giving hundreds of millions to = county Elections Offices are JP Morgan,Wells Fargo,and the other banks who crashed our financial system and channel that money to small businesses and farmers.North Dakota has a state bank,why can't we? open on election day from ECONOMIC JUSTICE 7am to 8pm A fair minimum wage.Tax policies that mean all pay their fair share,especially corporations who earn large profits but still pay little or no state income tax. FEWER PRISONERS,BETTER SCHOOLS A postmark does not Get non-violent drug offenders out of our prison system and make a ballot "received.' s use the money for more K-12 teachers&staff,educational f"af aids,and debt relief for college students. A SUSTAINABLE OREGON To guarantee that your I support local food production,and the right to keep GMOs ballot is received by the out of our food supply.Convert coal-based power to 100% y renewable energy,and resist the influence of out-of-state energy interests.Establish policies that favor small busi- deadline, return it to an nesses and green technologies.Our goal should be an Oregon that meets our needs,not one of unsustainable growth. official dropsite. A MORE DEMOCRATIC OREGON Get corporate money out of politics—establish public campaign financing for state elections.Establish preference , " d voting(such as instant runoff voting)as our constitution allows.Voters should be able to vote their conscience,and ° i,', :' , politicians should be elected by a true majority of the people. fr CORPORATIONS ARE NOT PEOPLE! MONEY IS NOT SPEECH! for more information about Stop hoping for change-vote for it! voting in Oregon (This information furnished by Alex Polikoff.) 4 oregonvotes.gov dal 1 866 673 VOTE/1 866 673 8683 se habla espanol TTY 1 800 735 2900 for the hearing impaired 26 Candidates I',Par^tisan CandidateS State Representative, 25th District State Representative, 25th District Bill Chuck Post _ Lee Republican . Independent Libertarian Democrat Working Families Occupation:Radio talk show host Occupation:President of Occupational Background: Mountain West Career Over 25 years of radio and °, s <. Technical Institute,a new television broadcasting; Career and Technical Education Operator of mobile dental units for Northwest Medical Teams (CTE)center International Occupational Background:Catholic school administrator Educational Background:Bachelor of Science,Southern Educational Background:University of Washington,B.A.; Oregon State College Seattle University,M.A. Prior Governmental Experience:Precinct Committee Person Prior Governmental Experience:Salem-Keizer School Board; Community Service:Youth Baseball Coach;Keizer Little Keizer City Council League board member;Church adult education teacher and Prior Community Experience:No Meth-Not In My Board of Trustees Chair Neighborhood Task Force;Salem Chamber of Commerce; The Right Choice Keizer Rotary "Bill Post is the right choice for his values and deep care and Independent Chuck Lee has the experience,roots in the concern for his neighbors.I know that Bill will truly be OUR community,and ability to bring people together to get the job representative in the Capitol and that is why I ask you vote done.That is why he is overwhelmingly supported by leaders for him." across the community. Rep.Kim Thatcher Chuck Lee:Our Choice for Education Our Freedom Matters "With 40 years experience in education,we can count on Bill Post believes that protecting our basic freedoms is Chuck to look out for local schools."—Former Newberg a sacred trust.Defense of these freedoms promotes the Superintendent Paula Radich exchange and defense of ideas in a vibrant democracy • Leader in campaign to build four new area schools, and belong squarely in the hands of the people,not the repair schools across school district government. • Leading the creation of a new CTE center to prepare A Focus on Jobs students for good jobs • Will work to expand access to early education Bill Post will concentrate on efforts that will promote job Chuck Lee:Our Choice for the Economy creation and resist wasting time on expanding government rather than our economy. "Chuck understands what it will take to create local jobs." A Better Government for All of Us —Business leader Dick Withnell Bill Post will work to promote limited and responsive State • Helped open Keizer Station,creating hundreds of local jobs without raising taxes government to achieve: • Knows what it takes to make a payroll and balance a • Healthcare access for everyone,allowing employers and budget,will stand up for local businesses families to decide for themselves,not wasteful govern- • Supports a higher minimum wage for working families ment control Chuck Lee:Our Choice For Public Safety • Education that focuses on educating kids,not wasteful experimentation that has left Oregon with unacceptably "I need Chuck as a partner in the Legislature." low graduation rates. —Marion County DA Walt Beglau • The wise use of tax revenues,not wasteful projects that • Led efforts to stamp out meth in our neighborhoods only benefit a few. • Served 9 years on county Children and Families corn- Champion for Small Business and Agriculture mission,working with law enforcement,nonprofits and "Bill Post has demonstrated his willingness and ability to fight courts to keep families safe for small business in Salem. The NFIB/Oregon believes he will Chuck Lee:Our Choice For Representative fight to protect our free enterprise system and we appreciate Endorsements his efforts." Jan Meekcoms,State Director, Marion County Commissioner Sam Brentano;Yamhill National Federation of Independent Business( ate Director, County Sheriff Jack Crabtree;Newberg Mayor Bob Andrews; Former Yamhill County Commissioner Mary Stern,State Endorsed by Representative Brian Clem;Former State Representative Oregon Right to Life PAC Vic Backlund,Vicki Berger Oregon Family Council PAC Chehalem Valley Chamber of Commerce,Oregon End Taxpayers Association of Oregon PAC Violence Against Women PAC,Oregon AFSCME,Oregon NFIB/Oregon(National Federation of Independent Business) Education Association,Oregon State Fire Fighters Council AG-PAC Oregon Small Business Coalition www.votechucklee.com (This information furnished by Friends of Bill Post.) (This information furnished by Chuck Lee Campaign Committee.) Official !;'4;-General Election Voters'Pamphlet 27 State Representative, 39th District State Representative, 59th District Bill , John E Kennemer Huffman Republican Republican Democrat Democrat Independent Occupation:State Occupation: �< Representative,Commercial ro e Prt Developer/Owner State Representative Property p ' ti } S;71:4,a; Occupational Background: Occupational Background: ,1 Legislator;Radio Station Family Psychologist;Small Owner/Manager;Small Business Developer/Owner;Ford Business Owner;College Professor;Truck Driver;Farm Hand Dealership Manager;Military Police US Army Educational Background:PhD,Fuller Graduate School(of Educational Background:High School Graduate,some Psychology);BA,magna cum laude,Warner Pacific College college,Military Police Training,Legislative Energy Institute Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon State Senator; Executive Certificate,NCSL Leadership Course Clackamas County Commissioner;Precinct Committeeperson Prior Governmental Experience:Chamber Economic BILL KENNEMER-EXPERIENCED.PROVEN.TRUSTED. Development Committee;Scenic Area Oregon Investment FOCUSED ON LOCAL JOBS AND A BRIGHTER FUTURE FOR Board;House Committees on Education,Higher Education& OUR COMMUNITIES through his work as Co-Vice-Chair of Workforce Development,Veterans,Ways&Means,Capital the House Business and Labor Committee.Bill has proven his Construction,Oregon Workforce Investment Board,and ability to work with people in both parties on common sense Hanford Cleanup Board proposals to improve our economy.Endorsed:NFIB/Oregon Fiscal Responsibility (National Federation of Independent Business);Oregon State government cannot and should not provide every- AFSCME;Wilsonville Area and North Clackamas County thing to everybody.I'll continue working to limit spending Chamber of Commerce and prioritize the budget,to intelligently manage our state SUSTAINING QUALITY OF LIFE in Clackamas County through resources. wise use and protection of our natural resources. Bill is an Jobs and Economy outstanding leader for fishing,hunting and recreational use of our state's treasures.Northwest Steelheaders Hall of Having invested a lifetime in small business,I understand Fame Award what it takes to create jobs.I also understand and appreci- AS A HEALTH CARE PROVIDER Bill's experience is a valu ate the need for resources to support those employees.I'll able resource in the struggle to find practical and workable continue my efforts to limit government interference and solutions to federally mandated reforms.Endorsed:Oregon over regulations so Oregon businesses can thrive.Proper Nurses Association management of our abundant natural resources is a key area for job creation and revenue. HOLDING THE LINE ON TAXES AND SPENDING is a challenge Bill understands and fights for daily.His record is strong! Personal Freedoms Endorsed:Taxpayers Association of Oregon PAC You know what's best for you,your family and your property, INVESTING IN EDUCATION—growing up in poverty and with not politicians and bureaucrats in Salem.The freedom to an illiterate father,Bill learned early on the importance of edu choose should be yours. cation for him and for our society.He fights to give parents, Endorsed by those you know and trust: students and teachers the local control our schools need to Oregon Farm Bureau,AG-PAC,Oregon Nurses Association, ensure the quality we expect.Bill is also a strong supporter of Oregon Right to Life PAC,National Electrical Contractors vocational programs and spending precious education dollars Association,Oregon Building and Construction Trades in our classrooms on teachers,books and technology. Council,Oregon AFSCME,DJ Vogt,VP of Government Affairs Endorsed:Stand for Children Oregon Business Association,Taxpayers Association of SUPPORTING those who provide public safety to our corn- Oregon PAC,Oregon End Violence Against Women PAC, munities and HONORING AND RESPECTING our Veterans. FirstVote PAC,Oregon Anti-Crime Alliance PAC and others. Endorsed:Oregon State Fire Fighters Council;Oregon Anti- "By receiving the endorsement of the NFIB/Oregon,John Crime Alliance PAC Huffman has proven his willingness and ability to fight for FAMILY AND COMMUNITY-Bill and Cherie Kennemer are small business in Salem.His efforts,and most importantly, blessed with 4 children and 14 grandkids.Awarded:"2013 his voting record,show that he understands the importance Clackamas County Distinguished Citizen of the Year" of small business to our state's economy.He has also demon- VOTE www.BILLKENNEMER.COM" strated that he will fight to protect our free enterprise system and we appreciate his efforts."Jan Meekcoms,State Director, (This information furnished by Friends of Bill Kennemer.) National Federation of Independent Business(NFIB/Oregon), 7/31/2014. (This information furnished by Committee To Elect John E.Huffman.) 28 Candidates I Not a sa Can es Judge of the Circuit Court,3rd District,Position 3 Cheryl Pellegrini 44_ . Nonpartisan Occupation:Judge,Circuit Court Occupational Background: Oregon Department of Justice: Supervising and staff attorney positions in the Trial,Civil, Criminal Justice,and General Counsel Divisions;Klamath County:Deputy District Attorney; Klamath County Circuit Court:Clerk/bailiff Educational Background:University of Oregon,JD,BA Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon Department of Justice,1995-2014;Klamath County District Attorney's Office, 1988-1995;Klamath County Circuit Court,1987-1988 I deeply appreciate Governor Kitzhaber's confidence in appointing me,and the support of the Marion County legal community as I begin my judicial duties and seek election to this position. I am committed to applying the skills,experience,and insights I've gained over the last 27 years to be a productive member of the court.Three principles guide my approach: Fair minded.Each party starts out on equal footing at the outset of a case.My decisions are based on what I learn in the courtroom,the arguments made by the parties,and the papers they file. Sound judgment.The law,my experience,and common sense guide my judgment.In some instances,judges have little discretion and must follow the law precisely in reaching a decision.In others,judges have considerable discretion to fashion a remedy.I understand the difference. Community focused.Marion County is committed to equal access to justice for all its citizens.It has programs to assist teen offenders,veterans,and those with mental health or drug-related issues in taking responsibility and changing their behavior.A judge's decision in one case may have far- reaching consequences that affect the entire community.In every case,I will strive to make fair and sound decisions that balance the safety and welfare of all Marion County residents with the interests of the individual parties. I look forward to continuing to serve my community as a judge on the Marion County Circuit Court. I would be honored to have your vote on November 4. Thank you. (This information furnished by Cheryl Pellegrini.) 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Any violations of the identified election laws are subject to penalties ranging from Civil Penalties (Up to $250 per Violation), 4 Class A Misdemeanors or Class C Felonies. 1,,, .44, .,„ ,.pre; ,,, ,,,,, or 0,,,,„,. r P pr ,.,, 4 . „ i=4:-.;', /0 „*A.,„' ' -V.I. ' / k ' ;14`i' ' / ,.! '''''' ///' .45,:fi‘ °*14 rr, // / 4iil If you have any other questions about voting in Oregon or if you think that your rights as a voter have been violated: 4 oregonvotes.gov i 1 866 673 VOTE / 1 866 673 8683 se habla espanol TTY 1 800 735 2900 for the hearing impaired 30 Polite :party Statements]Ceintitut on.Patty. Constitution Party Dear Voter, The Constitution Party of Oregon asks you to join us in honoring God,defending the family,and seeking to restore our Republic. Our candidates take their oath of office to support the Constitution seriously.They also take the Bible on which they place their hand seriously;they are God-fearing individuals. We are NOT a sectarian,religious political party.We merely accept the self-evident concept that our rights come from our Creator,not from our government. Our party is pledged to the following core principles,thus aligning us with the National Alliance of Independent American Parties,of which we are a part: (1)The Creator God in heaven,made known to us through the Holy Scriptures,rules in the affairs of men and is the ultimate King,Lawgiver,and Judge of all mankind.He is to be honored,and His Word is to be heeded if we expect to receive His bless- ing on the works of our hands individually or corporately; (2)the Family is the first and highest civil institution designed by God to propagate,educate,and nurture human life.Both Church and State are to support and defend that institution;and, (3)God has assigned the first priority of civil government to protect innocent human life from conception to natural death,to protect freedom of conscience,and to protect private property.This is best served by the Constitutional Republic which our Founders gave us and which we are committed to restore. If you don't like being taxed to police the world while our own borders are unprotected... If you don't like losing our jobs to other nations because of environmentalist nonsense,uncalled-for government regulation of business,and repressive business taxation... If you don't like having your rights trampled and your property confiscated... If you don't like being exposed to God's wrath on our nation because it officially condones the shedding of innocent blood and rampant moral perversion... Vote for your Constitution Party candidates. If you want to restore moral integrity,vote for your Constitution Party candidates. If you want to revive fiscal sanity,vote for your Constitution Party candidates. If you want to give liberty a chance,vote for your Constitution Party candidates. If you want to send a message to the other political parties that you are tired of their endless drift to socialism and tyranny, vote for your Constitution Party candidates. If you want to exercise your conscience and not vote for the lesser of two evils,vote for your Constitution Party candidates. If you are tired of losing by voting for'winners'that are really losers,vote for your Constitution Party candidates. Please look on your ballot for candidates nominated by the Constitution Party.Some of them don't have the funds to place a statement in this pamphlet,but they all have pledged to the above principles.We also have gladly nominated candidates of other parties who subscribe to these principles. Statewide candidates we have nominated are:Aaron Auer for Governor and James Leuenberger for US Senate.US Congress candidates we have nominated include:Art Robinson,James Buchal,Jason Yates and Raymond Baldwin.Some of you will also find one of our state legislative candidates on your ballot,including:Robert Ekstrom,Barbara Gonzalez,and Michael Marsh. For more information on our party,its candidates and its platform,go to our website:www.constitutionpartyoregon.orq or contact Chairman Jack Brown at(541)659-4313. (This information furnished by Constitution Party of Oregon.) Political Party Statements I Democratic Party 31 Democratic Party Oregon Democrats fight for Oregon values.We believe in a fair wage for a hard day's work.We believe in equality.We believe in access to affordable healthcare.We believe in affordable,high-quality education.We believe in putting people before corporate profits. Join with all the Oregonians voting for our champions of Oregon's middle class: • U.S.Senator Jeff Merkley is making college more affordable,taking on the big banks and China,and fighting to end tax deals that outsource our jobs.Senator Merkley has been leading the fight to protect women's health care and to level the playing field for middle class families,making sure that large corporations and the wealthy pay their fair share.Learn more at www.ieffmerkley.com. • Governor John Kitzhaber is rebuilding a strong,secure middle class by ensuring that Oregon's workforce has the educa- tion,training,and skills to get quality jobs for the future.Governor Kitzhaber has worked with small business owners and industry leaders to cut the unemployment rate 3 percentage points and create over 100,000 jobs.Learn more at www.johnkitzhaber.com. • Elect our great,hard-working team to the U.S.House—Congressman Peter DeFazio,Congressman Earl Blumenauer, Congressman Kurt Schrader,Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici,and Aelea Christofferson for Congressional District 2. • Be sure to cast your vote for Democratic candidates in the Oregon House and Senate so that they can keep working for us on the issues that make a real difference in the lives of Oregonians. • And please support our many Democratic candidates running for local offices,working every day to make our communi- ties stronger. Remember-the earlier you vote,the better.The more early votes we get,the more voters we can reach in the crucial final days of the election. As Oregon Democrats,we stand for our values: • Family wage jobs and workers rights • Equality for all,including marriage equality • High quality education • Affordable healthcare • Retirement security • National security • Civil liberties and transparent government As Oregon Democrats,we also urge you to vote NO on Measure 90.It would strip away our right to choose our own nominees and could create elections where no Democrat would be on the general election ballot in many races. If you need information on Democratic candidates and statewide ballot measures to help you fill out your ballot,you can find them on our website:www.dpo.orq. On behalf of the Democratic Party of Oregon,thank you.We look forward to your involvement in the Democratic team. Repectfully, Frank Dixon Chair,Democratic Party of Oregon To learn more about how you can help Democrats win,contact us: www.doo.org•info @dpo.org•(503)224-8200 232 NE 9th Ave.,Portland OR 97232 Paid for by the Democratic Party of Oregon. Not authorized by any candidate or candidate's committee.www.doo.orq (This information furnished by Democratic Party of Oregon.) 32" political Pally State meats Independent patty" Independent Party THE INDEPENDENT PARTY AGENDA FOR OREGON The Independent Party is committed to working collaboratively in service to the public interest.We offer this written pledge to restore accountability in government and to promote the renewal of Oregon and America.We will work to: 1. Reduce special interest and"big money"influence over all government processes. 2. Increase transparency in government,especially on how our tax dollars are spent. 3. Protect Oregon consumers from ripoffs and abuse. 4. Improve education and job training opportunities for Oregonians. 5. Provide incentives for business creation and expansion in Oregon but only if the incentives return greater benefit to the public than they cost. 6. Oppose spending on inefficient government programs. Democratic and Republican officeholders are controlled by their"donors."Winning a contested race for the Oregon Legislature now typically costs over$600,000,sometimes over$1 million. Campaign spending on Oregon races has increased by over 800%since 1996. When Independent candidates win,they will need to pay attention to Independent voters, not just big donors. MANY VOICES JOINING TOGETHER We are Oregon's third largest party,with over 101,000 new members since 2007.Adding 7,000 more members will make us Oregon's third major party,giving Independent candidates an equal place alongside Republicans and Democrats. HOW WE DIFFER-MEMBERS LEAD THE WAY Our agenda is determined by our members(not financial donors).In our 2014 survey,the members said Oregon government should: • Require that political advertisements identify their main sources of funding(84%) • Increase vocational training opportunities for students in high school and community college(79%) • Ensure that tax dollars spent to encourage economic development return more benefits to the public than they cost(74%) • Establish limits on political campaign contributions in state and local races(73%) • Look at ways to make college more affordable(68%) • Reform the state primary election so that more voters can participate(67%) • Protect farmland and increasing diversity of agricultural products(64%) • Reduce government spending(64%) OUR MEMBERS ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE We led the fight to stop the 2011 Legislature from creating a huge loophole in Oregon's campaign finance disclosure laws,even after the Oregon Senate had passed the bill on a unanimous vote. We also pursued bills to require all campaign ads to disclose who paid for them,to ban legislators from becoming lobbyists for 2 years after leaving office,and requiring the State to give Oregon-based businesses a slight preference when bidding on State contracts.None were passed. OUR PROMISE TO OREGONIANS Within the first month of the next legislative session,the Independent Party will introduce the following legislation: CAMPAIGN FINANCE REFORM AMENDMENT: Amends the Oregon Constitution to allow limits on political campaign contributions to candidates for state and local office. TRUTH IN CAMPAIGN ADVERTISING ACT: Requires that political advertisements truthfully disclose their main sources of funding. TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN Requires an open and transparent process for the granting of any public GOVERNMENT ACT: money or tax breaks to businesses happens and a refund mechanism when the business's obligations are not met. CONSUMER AND SMALL BUSINESS Ends the exemption for insurance companies from the Oregon Unlawful PROTECTION ACT: Trade Practices Act. OREGON SMALL BUSINESS RETENTION AND Provides tax incentives for creation or expansion of small businesses that EXPANSION ACT: hire new workers. OREGON JOB TRAINING ACT: Creates incentives for businesses to assist in vocational training in partnership with school districts and community colleges;provides state funding for local governments to invest in physical infrastructure to for vocational training. HELP US-HELP YOURSELF Vote for candidates with"Independent"next to their names on the ballot. When Independent candidates win,the entrenched special interests lose. VOTE.THINK.BE.INDEPENDENT. www.indoartv.com info @indparty.com 503-334-3248 (This information furnished by Independent Party of Oregon.) Political Batt tements Libertarian Party 33 Libertarian Party The Libertarian Party of Oregon has grown rapidly in the last two years,with voter registration surging over 20%,and in this election we have nominated a record number of candidates for office-more than all other minor parties,combined! Vote for Libertarian Candidates Did you vote for someone promising hope and change,then get more of the same?Did you vote for someone promising responsible spending,only to get more waste?Did they live up to their promises and your expectations?Would you vote for them again,or only against someone who seems even worse? Don't throw away your vote by supporting the"lesser of two evils"major party candidate!Voting for them only encourages and endorses the kind of government we currently have.If you want something different,you need to vote for someone differ- ent-vote for Libertarian candidates! Libertarians are truly different.We are not right or left or center,but we will stand on principle and always do what is just. Statement of Principles We,the members of the Libertarian Party,challenge the cult of the omnipotent state and defend the rights of the individual. We hold that all individuals have the right to exercise sole dominion over their own lives,and have the right to live in whatever manner they choose,so long as they do not forcibly interfere with the equal right of others to live in whatever manner they choose. Governments throughout history have regularly operated on the opposite principle,that the State has the right to dispose of the lives of individuals and the fruits of their labor.Even within the United States,all political parties other than our own grant to government the right to regulate the lives of individuals and seize the fruits of their labor without their consent. We,on the contrary,deny the right of any government to do these things,and hold that where governments exist,they must not violate the rights of any individual:namely,(1)the right to life-accordingly we support the prohibition of the initiation of physical force against others;(2)the right to liberty of speech and action-accordingly we oppose all attempts by government to abridge the freedom of speech and press,as well as government censorship in any form;and(3)the right to property- accordingly we oppose all government interference with private property,such as confiscation,nationalization,and eminent domain,and support the prohibition of robbery,trespass,fraud,and misrepresentation. Since governments,when instituted,must not violate individual rights,we oppose all interference by government in the areas of voluntary and contractual relations among individuals.People should not be forced to sacrifice their lives and property for the benefit of others.They should be left free by government to deal with one another as free traders;and the resultant economic system,the only one compatible with the protection of individual rights,is the free market. Join Us If these principles appeal to you,we invite you to switch your voter registration to"Libertarian"to join the cause of advancing liberty and freedom.There are never any dues or fees required to participate in our primary elections or conventions,or to be a candidate for public office,and party leadership is directly elected by our members.There are many opportunities for true grassroots activism. For more information,visit our website:htto://looregon.orq Facebook group:http://www.facebook.com/groups/looregon/ Meetup group:http://www.meetup.com/libertarian-365/ Ballot Measures Poll Results The Libertarian Party of Oregon's primary election included a poll on many of this year's potential ballot measures.Four of the measures in our poll qualified for the general election ballot.The results of our poll,indicating the general sentiment of party members,are below: Measure 86:NO(70.5%) Measure 87:not polled Measure 88:NO(70.2%) Measure 89:YES(80.6%) Measure 90:not polled Measure 91:YES(79.2%) Measure 92: not polled (This information furnished by Libertarian Party of Oregon.) 34 Political Party Statements.1. ffic Green Party Pacific Green Party Oregonians beware—Ballot Measure 90 is a threat to your right to vote. BM 90 will limit your choices at the November General Election.If BM 90 passes,Oregonians'right to vote will be restricted to the"choice"of just two candidates in each race. BM 90 will eliminate independent and third party candidates from the November election. BM 90 will create elections where you have no real choice.Your"choices"in a particular race could be limited to just two Democrats or two Republicans. BM 90 would create a"Top Two"election system.Top Two has been a complete failure in California where it has been used for two elections.Voter turnout in California hit an all-time low using Top Two.Californians from across the political spectrum are calling for its repeal. Democracy is about the freedom to choose. Protect your freedom. Protect your right to vote. VOTE NO ON BALLOT MEASURE 90 Prohibition has failed,again.Ballot Measure 91 would end cannabis prohibition. The Pacific Green Party has been at the forefront of the legalization debate.Now,most voters agree with us.The war on can- nabis has turned otherwise law-abiding citizens into criminals.When cannabis is regulated and taxed,we will raise revenue from taxation and save money by not arresting and prosecuting people simply for the use of a substance no more harmful than tobacco or alcohol. VOTE YES ON BALLOT MEASURE 91 ******************************************* We have the right to know what's in our food. It's really that simple. VOTE YES ON BALLOT MEASURE 92 ******************************************* The Pacific Green Party is Different We are governed by principles and values.Unlike Democrats and Republicans,we do not accept corporate cash. Our platform is based on our values of peace,sustainability,grassroots democracy and justice for all. Peace War is notthe answer. The undeclared war in Afghanistan is the longest and costliest in the history of our nation.Republicans and Democrats have subjected our country to one illegal and immoral war after another;draining our treasury,diverting funds from domestic needs,subverting our Constitution and resulting in an overwhelming and unnecessary loss of innocent lives. Bringing our troops home,including Oregon's National Guard,will make us and the world safer. Sustainability What's good for the environment is good for the economy. Mass transit,re-forestation and organic and sustainable agriculture—including industrial hemp—will stimulate the economy and conserve resources for future generations.Developing renewable energy will help create jobs,promote peace and address global warming.We must take immediate action or else risk the collapse of the ecosystems on which we depend. Democracy We support campaign spending limits and public campaign financing to challenge the hijacking of our elections by Big Money interests. We support Instant Runoff Voting and Proportional Representation because democracy is strengthened by diversity and increased public participation. We support amending both the Oregon and United States constitutions to prevent corporations from undermining the demo- cratic process. Justice Greens support equal rights and the right of people to marry whom they choose. Greens support universal,single-payer health care for all. We call for an end to Marijuana Prohibition. Green Success! Greens hold elected office throughout the world and across the country.In Oregon,Pacific Green Party members include city councilors,a Circuit Court judge and the president of the Corvallis City Council. Join the Party If you share our values,then the Pacific Green Party is your party and your voice in the political system.Register to vote Pacific Green at your local county elections office or on-line at www.oregonvotes.gov. Working together,we can make our voices heard and translate our values into action;improving our lives and our communities and creating a better world for future generations. www.pacificgreens.org facebook/pacificgreens (This information furnished by Pacific Green Party of Oregon.) Poldim l.Psrty Statements regressive Party 35 Progressive Party Chris Henry Governor Jeff Merkley U.S.Senate Steven Reynolds U.S.House,1st District Peter DeFazio U.S.House,4th District We fight for economic justice,human rights,environmental protection,and grassroots democracy. WE OPPOSE:corruption of elections by big money,Wall Street bailouts,the war in Afghanistan and any more war in Iraq, "corporate personhood"and the NAFTA,WTO,and TPP"free trade"agreements. WE SUPPORT:real campaign finance reform,Medicare for All,equal rights(including same-sex marriage),and much higher minimum wages. We are very different from the Establishment parties. Democratic Republican Progressive Real campaign finance reform,particularly in Oregon NO NO YES "Medicare for All"comprehensive health care NO NO YES Oppose cuts in Social Security&Medicare benefits NO NO YES Increase minimum wages to living wage($15 or more) NO NO YES Employment for All(public works projects,WPA style) NO NO YES Increase income taxes on big corporations and the wealthy NO NO YES Oppose Wall Street bailouts NO NO YES Repair,improve infrastructure(transportation,water systems,etc.) NO NO YES Oppose NAFTA,WTO,Trans-Pacific Partnership"free trade"deals;support local NO NO YES products&services Oppose war in Iraq,Afghanistan;bring troops home now and stop sending in more NO NO YES Slash military spending and foreign bases NO NO YES End occupation of Palestine NO NO YES Oppose spying on Americans,including drones NO NO YES Equal rights for all;same-sex marriage ??? NO YES Clean energy;no nuclear subsidies NO NO YES Oppose shipping coal or oil for export from Pacific Northwest ports NO NO YES Oppose offshore oil&gas drilling NO NO YES Legalize marijuana possession and use ??? NO YES End"corporate personhood"and constitutional rights for corporations NO NO YES Require labeling of genetically engineered food NO NO YES End the U.S.Senate filibuster;restore majority rule NO NO YES OREGON ISSUES 1. We work for real campaign finance reform.Oregon Democrats and Republicans have never enacted limits on political campaign contributions but have repealed voter-enacted limits 3 times.Campaign spending for Oregon state offices has skyrocketed from$4 million in 1996 to$57 million in 2010.Spending by candidates for Oregon Legislature increased another 13%in 2012.Winning a contested race for the Legislature now typically costs over$600,000,sometimes over $1 million. 2. The initiative and referendum should be available to grass-roots efforts.The Democrat Secretary of State is now discard- ing over 30%of all voter signatures on initiative petitions due to arbitrary,hyper-technical,and unnecessary rules,raising the cost of petition drives so high that only corporations,unions and the very wealthy can afford to use it. 3. The State Treasurer should direct part of Oregon's$87 billion of investment funds to invest in local public works and jobs for Oregonians instead of vulture capitalists,corporate raiders,leveraged buyout artists,and fossil fuel corporations and vendors. 4. We want fair taxation.Oregon has the 4th highest income taxes of any state on lower-income working families and is still at the bottom in taxes on corporations. 5. Government should stop promoting gambling,including video poker,video slots,and approval of private casinos. 6. We oppose installation of police"spy cameras"and use of drones to spy on Oregon citizens. 7. We oppose using public money to subsidize rail transport of oil or coal through Oregon communities. OREGON BALLOT MEASURE RECOMMENDATIONS: Vote NO on Measure 90:"Top Two Primary"(destroys minor parties)saveoregonsdemocracy.org Vote YES on: Measure 88--allows"driver cards"for Oregon residents without proof of US citizenship Measure 89--amends Oregon constitution to forbid government discrimination"on account of sex" Measure 91 --legalizes growing and possessing of small amounts of marijuana by adults Measure 92--requires labeling of genetically engineered food sold in Oregon progparty.org info@progparty.org 503-548-2797 866-926-9646 fax chrishenryforgovernor.org jeffinerkley.com defazioforcongress.org codyfororegon.com (This information furnished by Oregon Progressive Party.) 36. Political Party Statements I Republican Patty Republican Party The Oregon Republican Party is working for all Oregonians by promoting limited government,lower taxes,and personal responsibility.Limiting government to its proper role in your life gives you the opportunity to achieve success.Lowering taxes allows you to keep more of the money you earn and chart your own course in life.Personal responsibility eliminates depen- dency on the government and maximizes your individual freedom. We are proud to be the majority party in many parts of Oregon,but we need your vote and your support to implement our policies statewide.It has been over 25 years since Republican policies were implemented statewide in Oregon and we are all seeing the failed policies of the Democrat majority affect our everyday life.With your vote our Republican leaders can begin working to put Republican ideas into action to benefit all Oregonians. • Accountability in Spending.Hold the Democrats accountable for the millions of dollars wasted by Governor Kitzhaber and the Democrats in Salem.Failed projects like CoverOregon must stop.Oregon Republicans will focus on programs that work. • Reduction in Taxes.Oregon Republicans say NO to continuous tax increases.Democrat policies require more and more taxes for programs that do not address the real needs of Oregonians.Oregon Republicans will only support meaningful programs that address relevant issues,such job creation and affordable health care. • Protection of our Environment.Oregon Republicans share a common interest in protecting the scenic beauty and livability of our great state.We believe there is a balance between the environment and our natural resources.Healthy sustainable forests lead to a vibrant wood products industry that provides family wage jobs.Clean water flowing in our rivers and ocean estuaries benefits us all through tourism,recreation and fisheries industry jobs.We must use a common sense approach to balance these issues. • School Funding and Education.Over the last ten years,Oregon Republicans in the legislature have worked to fund our schools first!Republicans elected to school boards around the state are working to make every tax dollar count.We're working to make our children's future more secure,allowing them to compete in today's market. Consider what is at stake for your future and the future of our state.We invite you to join the Oregon Republican Party,be part of the political process,and be part of bringing back the opportunity and freedom we once enjoyed as citizens of this great state.Please register as a Republican and become an active citizen.Join us,for a better Oregon! Read our platform and see how our beliefs,concerns and ideas match yours: National Republican Party Platform:http://www.gop.com/2012-republican-platform home/ Oregon Republican Party Platform:http://www.oregonrepublicanparty.org/Platform2013 Republicans will put Oregon on the right track by ridding our government of wasteful spending and building an environment that welcomes job creation.We have nominated a great slate of candidates in 2014.They are ready to lead Oregon to prosperity. • DENNIS RICHARDSON for Governor:www.dennisrichardson.com • MONICA WEHBY for US Senator:www.monicafororegon.com • JASON YATES for 1st Congressional District:www.yatesforcongress.com • GREG WALDEN for 2nd Congressional District:www.gregwalden.com • JAMES BUCHAL for 3rd Congressional District:www.buchal.nationbuilder.com • ART ROBINSON for 4th Congressional District:www.artrobinsonforcongress.com • TOOTIE SMITH for 5th Congressional District:www.tootiesmithoregon.com • OREGON HOUSE REPUBLICANS: www.oregonhouserepublicans.orq • OREGON SENATE REPUBLICANS:www.theleadershipfund.com Our recommendations for the 2014 Ballot Measures: Measure 86-VOTE NO-Loans best made by private sector Measure 87-No Position Measure 88-VOTE NO-Driving is a privilege,should require legal status Measure 89-No Position Measure 90-VOTE NO-Confusing,unintended consequences,see Opposition Statement Measure 91-VOTE NO -Creates more problems than benefits Measure 92-VOTE NO-Complicated,expensive and unfair to farmers/ranchers Oregon Republican Party:www.oregonrepublicanparty.orq Republican National Committee:www.gop.com The Growth and Opportunity Project:www.goproject.gop.com Contact Us: Oregon Republican Party info @orgop.org 503-595-8881 PO Box 1586,Lake Oswego,OR 97035 (This information furnished by The Oregon Republican Party.) Political Party statements 1 Working Families Party 37 Working Families Party What is the Working Families Party? The Working Families Party is fighting for a brighter future for Oregon.One where the economy works for everyone,not just the wealthy and well connected.One where politicians are accountable to working people,instead of Wall Street lobbyists and corporate CEOs.One where all of us,no matter where we come from,can find a good job,get healthcare when we need it, afford a home,send our kids to good schools,and have a secure retirement. We're about improving the economy for working people. We fight for new jobs,living wages,workers'rights,better education,affordable health care for everyone,and a government that listens to working families,not huge corporations or other high-powered special interests. How do we make sure that politicians listen to us? We research the records of all candidates running for office in Oregon---Democrats,Republicans or independents.Then we support the ones with a record of standing up for the bread and butter economic issues that really matter to working-and middle-class families. What does it mean when you see"Working Families"next to a candidate's name? It means you know that they have our seal of approval--and you can vote for them with the confidence that they will do the best job of fighting for working people. Now let's get specific.Here are just a couple of the economic issues we're asking legislators to join us in fighting for this year: Debt-free Higher Education:The student debt crisis is hurting students,their families and the entire Oregon economy.We are championing an innovative solution called Pay It Forward that would allow students to attend a public college or university debt free in exchange for paying a small percentage of their future income.Pay It Forward would make college accessible to working-class and middle-class students who currently have to take out large loans to afford an education. Earned Sick Days for Everyone:We believe that you shouldn't have to choose between losing your job and staying home when you or a loved one is ill.That's why we have stood with hard working families in Portland and Eugene to make earned sick days a reality in those cities.Now it's time that all workers in the state have access to this basic right,which is why now we are fighting for statewide earned sick days legislation. And here are some initiatives on the ballot that we are supporting and that we urge you to vote for: Oregon Opportunity Initiative:The Opportunity Initiative will create a dedicated fund for higher education that will invest in people to generate income for the state.Income from returns will increase student aid grants allowing more Oregonians to get an education and make better jobs accessible to hard working families. Keeping Our Roads and Communities Safe:Driver cards help Oregon residents follow the law and improve safety for driv- ers,bicyclists,and pedestrians by reducing the number of uninsured and unlicensed drivers on the road.Seniors,immigrant families and workers are among the thousands of Oregonians who need this option to safely get to work,church and school. A New Approach to Marijuana:We support a new approach to marijuana in Oregon:Rather than criminalizing marijuana, we believe it is time to regulate and tax it,and in so doing raise much needed revenue for the state.This would create jobs as well as produce funding for schools and drug treatment and law enforcement,while taking money away from criminal organizations. Join us! We're building our Party from the ground up.Voting for WFP-nominated candidates not only sends a message that these issues are important,it helps us build an organization that can truly represent working people in Oregon politics.Join us as we fight for an economy that works for working families. Learn more and sign up at www.WorkingFamilies.org/Oregon (This information furnished by Oregon Working Families Party.) 38 Measures I Measure 86 Senate Joint Resolution 1 — Referred to the Electorate of Oregon by the Legislative Assembly of the 2013 Regular Session to be voted on at the General Election,November 4,2014. F i )Z / , :'-a 4 ' ,� 3 y, �3 ��3 sue.. N\.���.„• a,•g. � - ap & k fiNalt4 71, ;Ai; 141114.6!Shiteti•;'41414-:,-*-* _:°' ;, - a cw, tau Result of "Yes"Vote Summary "Yes"vote amends constitution and requires legislature Amends Constitution.Oregon constitution generally prohibits to establish fund for Oregonians pursuing post-secondary the state from extending credit or incurring debt.Measure education,career training;authorizes state to incur debt to requires the legislature to create dedicated fund for exclusive finance fund. benefit of Oregon students pursuing post-secondary educa- tion,including technical,professional and career training. Result of "No"Vote Measure authorizes state to lend credit and incur debt to finance fund.Indebtedness incurred may not exceed one "No"vote rejects authorization for state to extend credit and percent of real market value of all property in state.Moneys incur debt to create dedicated fund for Oregon students pur- in fund not subject to constitutional limitations on invest- suing post-secondary education and career training. ment.Generated earnings must be retained by fund,unless used to provide financial assistance to Oregon students pursuing post-secondary education.If governor declares an emergency,legislature may pass a bill to use the fund's money for any lawful purpose,provided the legislature also has approved a plan to repay the fund. Estimate of Financial Impact There is no financial effect on either state or local govern- ment expenditures or revenues. Official 2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 39 Text of Measure (a)Use the moneys for any lawful purpose if the Legislative Assembly has approved a plan to replenish the fund on Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State of appropriate terms. Oregon: (b)Use all or a portion of the moneys in the fund to pay the PARAGRAPH 1.The Constitution of the State of Oregon is principal of,interest on and premium,if any,on indebted- amended by creating a new Article to be known as Article ness incurred under section 1 of this Article. XI-R,such Article to read: SECTION 4.The Legislative Assembly may enact legislation ARTICLE XI-R to carry out the provisions of this Article. SECTION 1.(1)In the manner provided by law and notwith- SECTION 5.This Article supersedes conflicting provisions of standing the limitations contained in section 7,Article XI of this Constitution. this Constitution,the credit of the State of Oregon may be loaned and indebtedness incurred to: PARAGRAPH 2.The amendment proposed by this resolution shall be submitted to the people for their approval or rejec- (a)Finance the corpus of the Oregon Student Opportunity tion at the next regular general election held throughout this Fund established pursuant to section 3 of this Article. state. (b)Refinance indebtedness incurred under this section. Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and (2)Indebtedness incurred under this section may be used to italic]type indicates deletions or comments. pay the costs of issuing,administering and paying indebted- Explanatory Statement ness incurred under this section. SECTION 2.(1)Indebtedness may be incurred under section 1 With limited exceptions,the Oregon Constitution prohibits of this Article in an aggregate principal amount that does not the state from incurring general obligation debt.Ballot exceed,at any one time,one percent of the real market value Measure 86 amends the Oregon Constitution by adding an of all property in this state. Article directing the Legislature to create the Oregon Student Opportunity Fund and allowing the state to issue general obli- (2)Indebtedness incurred under section 1 of this Article is a gation bonds to capitalize it. general obligation of the State of Oregon and must contain Except in a declared emergency,only the earnings from the a direct promise on behalf of the State of Oregon to pay the principal of,the interest on and the premium,if any,on the proceeds of any bonds issued for the Fund,after issuance obligation.The full faith and credit and taxing power of the and administration costs,can be used to provide financial State of Oregon must be pledged to pay the principal of, assistance to Oregon students pursuing post secondary edu- the interest on and the premium,if any,on the obligation. cation,including technical,professional and career training. However,the State of Oregon may not pledge or levy an ad The Article also allows other gifts or bequests to be added to valorem tax to pay the indebtedness. the Fund,but only the earnings from those sources may be used for financial assistance. SECTION 3.(1)The Legislative Assembly shall establish a Any bonds issued would be a general obligation of the state fund to be known as the Oregon Student Opportunity Fund. The moneys in the Oregon Student Opportunity Fund must and backed by the full faith and credit and taxing power of be used for the exclusive benefit of Oregon students pursu- the State of Oregon,but not including the power to levy an ad ing post-secondary education,including technical,profes- valorem(property)tax. sional and career training. Repayment of bond principal and interest shall be from the (2)In addition to the deposit of proceeds of indebtedness state General Fund,which comes primarily from individual described in paragraph(a)of subsection(1)of section 1 of and business income taxes. this Article,moneys in the fund may include: Bonding for the Fund is limited to a maximum of one percent (a)Gifts,devises or bequests made to the State of Oregon of the real market value of all property in the state.One for deposit in the fund;and percent of the current real market value is approximately$4.3 billion.The measure does not authorize a specific issuance of (b)Any other moneys deposited in the fund by law. bonds.Any such issuance would be through additional legis- lation and subject to the total debt limitation of the state. (3)Moneys described in subsection(2)of this section that are deposited in the fund: If the Governor declares an emergency and the Legislature, with four-fifths approval in both houses,passes legislation (a)May be invested as provided by law and are not subject to authorizing it,money in the Fund may be used temporarily for the limitations of section 6,Article XI of this Constitution. emergency purposes,such as bond repayments and interest, or any other legal purpose.If the Legislature authorizes use (b)Must be retained in the fund,except as provided in sub- of the Fund money for other legal purposes,the Legislature section(6)of this section. must approve a plan to replenish the Fund on appropriate (4)Earnings on moneys in the fund: terms. Committee Members: Appointed by: (a)Must be credited to the fund;and Senator Lee Beyer President of the Senate (b)May be retained in the fund or used to provide financial Representative Tobias Read Speaker of the House assistance to Oregon students pursuing post-secondary edu- Dr.Eric c Frui tein Secretary of State cation,including technical,professional and career training. Paul Eric Fruits Secretary Members of State Paul De Muniz Members of the Committee (5)The Legislative Assembly may pass a bill to appropriate (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial earnings on moneys in the fund for the purpose described in explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) subsection(4)(b)of this section. (6)Notwithstanding subsection(1)of this section,when the Governor declares an emergency pursuant to this subsection, the Legislative Assembly,with the approval of four-fifths of the members present in each house,may pass a bill to: Measures I Measure 86Arguments . Legislative Argument in Support Argument in Favor The Oregon State Legislature urges you to Vote Yes on SEIU Local 503 Urges a Yes Vote on Measure 86 Measure 86 because Oregon needs to increase student Measure 86 Helps Oregon Kids Afford a College Degree financial aid for college and vocational training.Today too many students are priced out of post-secondary education One of the best pathways to living wage jobs for Oregonians and/or training because of increasing tuition costs and limited is a college degree or skills acquired through technical train- financial aid. ing.That's why SEIU Local 503 urges you to vote YES on Measure 86. Regardless of their economic background every Oregon student deserves the chance to reach their full potential. The skyrocketing cost of college keeps many Oregonians With so many critical issues regarding K-12 education,public from even trying to get a college degree.Oregon's current safety,health care,and other services Oregon has been financial aid program-the Oregon Opportunity Grant-is unable to adequately fund financial aid for students/trainees. meant to help kids afford college,but is only available to one Measure 86 gives the Legislature an additional legal option to in five students who need it.Worse still,those funds are only support our students. available for one year,not the four it takes to earn a bach- elor's degree.That's just wrong. It does this by enabling the Legislature to invest in a perma- nent growing endowment dedicated to student aid for higher College isn't the right choice for everyone,but everyone education and/or professional/technical training.Because should have the chance at a good career.Unfortunately,the Measure 86 authorizes the Legislature to issue bonds to seed lack of vocational and technical training for workers who need this fund no new tax revenue is required.And because the it limits their career options. endowment will grow over time,future student financial aid will face reduced competition with other vital services for Women and people of color are disproportionately affected limited budget dollars. by this lack of opportunity. The real beneficiaries of Measure 86 will be Oregon students That's where Measure 86 comes in.Measure 86 creates a per- who seek to better themselves and increase their chances manent,growing endowment for student aid and vocational of economic success by completing their college degrees or training for low income Oregonians.The fund can only be gaining essential skills through vocational training.Oregon used for that purpose it is locked and cannot be raided by will also benefit from a more highly trained workforce that the Legislature. will attract more investments in industries that provide living Further,because the fund is separate from the state's general wage jobs.The best economic development program we fund,increased student aid won't come at the expense of can have is education and Measure 86 will take a huge step other vital public services like support for seniors,kids and forward in ensuring Oregon will continue to flourish in the families in need. 21st Century. Measure 86 gives us the chance to help these students Everyone deserves a fair shot to go to college or get technical achieve their goals by providing them with the resources they training,Measure 86 helps give them that. need to complete their education. Please vote YES on Measure 86. We urge you to vote Yes on Measure 86. (This information furnished by Melissa Unger,SEIU Local 503.) Committee Members: Appointed by: Senator Lee Beyer President of the Senate Argument in Favor Representative Bob Jenson Speaker of the House Representative Tobias Read Speaker of the House The Democratic Party of Oregon enthusiastically endorses Measure 86,the Oregon Opportunity Initiative,because it (This Joint Legislative Committee was appointed to provide embodies the best of our core values:equal opportunity, the legislative argument in support of the ballot measure economic advancement and the value of education. pursuant to ORS 251.245.) Measure 86 expresses these values by doing the following: • Increases access to higher education and job training by making them more affordable • Fosters the expansion of vocational and technical job training opportunities • Lowers student debt It accomplishes these goals by creating a permanent,growing endowment for student aid and vocational training aimed at lower-income and lower-middle-income students.The best universities in the world-Harvard,MIT and Stanford-have endowments for their students. It's time for Oregon to create an endowment for our students. As Democrats we know that college and skills-based educa- tion can make the difference between struggle and success. If you are willing to do the hard work to gain a degree or learn new skills you should have the chance to do so. We've heard speech after speech about the need to develop the workforce of the future,but too often those words are not matched with action.Measure 86 is a real plan that charts an authentic path forward. If you support opportunity,education and a competitive Oregon economy you should support Measure 86. Official 2enelat Election Voters'Pamphlet 41 Vote YES on Measure 86. • This fund could become a sustainable and long-term source of funding. (This information furnished by Brad Martin,Democratic Party of Oregon.) City Club Members Vote: Yes 81% Argument in Favor No 19% Small Businesses say YES to 861 Who is City Club of Portland? We bring together civic-minded people to make Portland and We have a crisis in Oregon,and it affects all of us.As the Oregon better places to live,work and play for everyone. economy recovers,businesses need talented,educated Read our complete recommendation and become a City Club employees.Without a skilled workforce,businesses can't member at: grow and prosper,and our economy suffers as a result. www.pdxcityclub.orq Unfortunately,higher education is beyond the means of some (This information furnished by Karen Kervin,President, students.Daunted by rising tuition,and justifiably concerned City Club of Portland.) about the burden of student loan debt,many are unable to pursue their dreams.And without a skilled talent pool from Argument in Favor which to hire,small businesses suffer. Measure 86 is a simple and responsible plan to make it easier Ballot Measure 86 will create a funding stream that will for Oregon to fund student financial aid to attend Oregon improve affordable access to higher education,boosting the universities and community colleges,reduce student debt, skills of our workforce. and support vocational and technical job training at the corn- And it does so... munity college level. without raising taxes and without impacting other services. Advanced education and training is becoming more impor- tant to our economy,and Measure 86 is an important work- As small businesses,we like to keep it local.We want to hire force development tool.It is one way to connect Oregonians skilled Oregon workers who can help our businesses and, with the education and training they will need to be competi- subsequently,the Oregon economy thrive.That is why we tive in a global,skills-based economy. support Measure 86. Measure 86 does so by giving the legislature permission to The Main Street Alliance of Oregon urges you to support create a permanent,growing endowment,called the Student small and local businesses:VOTE YES on 86. Opportunity Fund.As the endowment grows with time, proceeds will fund student aid and job training programs. (This information furnished by Stephen Michael, The Main The endowment will be locked and cannot be raided by the Street Alliance of Oregon.) legislature for other purposes. Measure 86 does not raise taxes—it merely gives the legis- Argument in Favor lature improved financial options to make better use of the City Club of Portland Recommends a Yes Vote resources they already have.No guarantees will be made by Support New Funding Options for Higher Education the state regarding benefits or rates of return.The State's and Career Training Financial Estimate Commission ruled that Measure 86 has "no financial impact"on the state. What does this measure do? This measure creates a permanent fund protected by the The endowment created by Measure 86 will be exactly the State Constitution that would provide financial assistance for same as endowments used successfully for decades by post-secondary education to Oregon students. Harvard,MIT,Stanford,and many other educational institu- tions for their students.The only difference is that it will be While the Student Opportunity Fund could be funded through for our students here in Oregon. a variety of means,the measure authorizes initial funding from the proceeds of bonds issued by the state,if the If Oregonians find employment in skilled,higher-wage jobs, Legislature chooses to do so. they are more likely to be economically self-sufficient and less reliant on costly social services.That's why Measure 86 The method for how the Opportunity Fund's earnings would is supported by a remarkable coalition of business,labor, be distributed to students would be decided through the leg- education leaders,and community groups. islative process and is not addressed in this ballot measure. I ask you for your support.Please vote YES on Measure 86. Why has this been proposed? In many states,public support of higher education has been (This information furnished by Ted Wheeler,Oregon State declining over the past 30 years.In 2013,Oregon rated 47 out Treasurer.) of 50 in state funding per student.As a result,student debt is rising and not enough local workers are trained in science, Argument in Favor technology,engineering,or math fields(STEM),yet this edu- cation is vital to employment in emerging industries. The League of Women Voters of Oregon(LWVOR)supports Measure 86: Higher education is a well-established factor in driving higher wages,per-capita income,and overall self-sufficiency. "The League of Women Voters of Oregon believes the primary For lower and middle income earners,education plays an goal of Oregon's public postsecondary education should be important role in the ability to participate in the labor market, to provide a broad spectrum of higher education for profes- especially since it is projected that by 2020,65 percent of all sional,vocational,and personal enrichment to all qualified jobs will require some form of post-secondary education. and motivated individuals." Why vote yes? htto://www.lwvor.org/league-announces-Dositions-on- , • Provide a strong encouragement for additional state 2014-oregon-ballot-measures! investment in post-secondary education. click on:Official-Letter-for-2014-General-Election-Ballot- • Support a larger economic development strategy to Measures.pdf 8/25/14 p make Oregon's workforce more competitive. 9 • This measure supports technical training as well as university education. 42 ! Measures Measure 86 Arguments Educational Leaders support Measure 86: Argument in Favor There is no more important investment that we can make We support higher education and opportunity than providing for the success of future generations.Measure for ALL Oregonians! 86 is a positive step forward to providing a dedicated fund We say that will be used,in addition to other Oregon Opportunity YES Grant funding sources,to provide for an educated Oregon to citizenry and a thriving middle class.Student debt and Ballot Measure 86! college affordability have become a drag on our economic Governor Barbara Roberts vitality.I personally believe passage of this Measure is an Former Governor Ted Kulongoski(2003-2011) important component towards a robust Oregon competing in Oregon State Treasurer Ted Wheeler a global economy. Business Mark Weiss The Main Street Alliance of Oregon President of Western Oregon University(for identification Oregon Business Association purposes) Educational Leaders Students attend community college to gain real-life skills to Larry Large improve their lives.We know an educated,skilled workforce Mark Weiss,President,Western Oregon University contributes to a vibrant economy,but higher education is (for identification purposes) financially out of the reach of many.Measure 86 will create Scott Coltrane,Interim President,University of Oregon more opportunity for students to gain marketable skills and (for identification purposes) reduce the burden of debt for our next generation.It won't Bobbie Regan raise taxes or impact other programs.Vote yes on 86. Rosemary Baker-Monaghan,Chairperson,Clatsop Community College Board of Directors Rosemary Baker-Monaghan Charles Schlimpert,President Concordia University The Oregon State University Foundation Chairperson,Clatsop Community College Board of Directors Labor (This information furnished by KJ Lewis.) American Federation of Teachers--Oregon(AFT-Oregon) Oregon Education Association Argument in Favor SEIU Local 503 Oregon AFSCME Oregon's economic competitiveness depends on an educated Community Organizations&Leaders and highly-trained workforce.As such,higher education and City Club of Portland advanced training will become more important in the future,not Basic Rights Oregon less.This is particularly true in Oregon,where our traded sector African American Chamber of Commerce economy produces goods from wood products to high tech Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon(APANO) electronic components to athletic footwear to clean energy. Black Parent Initiative Unfortunately,we're seeing a lot of talented Oregonians opt Impact NW out of advanced education and training,and companies in David Leslie,Executive Director,Ecumenical this state are struggling to hire qualified people for family Ministries of Oregon wage jobs.This is bad for Oregon businesses and bad for the YWCA of Greater Portland economy. Democratic Party of Oregon Multnomah County Democratic Party The sad truth is that Oregon ranks 47th among states when Willamette Women Democrats it comes to state assistance for higher education.Without a Oregon Working Families highly-trained workforce wages will be lower,and it will be Partial list.Learn more at www.oregon0000rtunitv.orq hard for workers to support their families. That's why the Oregon Business Association urges you to (This information furnished by KJ Lewis_) vote Yes on Measure 86. Argument in Favor Measure 86 creates a permanent,growing endowment dedi- cated to advanced education and training.It has three goals: Over the past forty years,I have been honored to serve in the 1)to make higher education and job training more affordable highest levels of leadership at Willamette University,Reed and accessible;2)to reduce student debt;and 3)to encour- College and the University of Oregon,and currently serve as age the expansion of vocational and technical job training President of the Oregon Alliance of Independent Colleges and opportunities,because while not everyone needs or wants to Universities.I have raised money for these and other institu attend a college or university,all Oregonians need access to tions for scholarships and endowments dedicated to support skills that will be essential to Oregon's economy in the future. financially needy students.All through these years,I have hoped that policymakers in Oregon would tackle the serious Measure 86 accomplishes all these goals without increasing issue of committing public support for student aid.I submit taxes.That's a win-win. that this need presses us today as never before. Oregon must invest now in advanced education and training Measure 86 is addressing that need and doing so in a serious to ensure our students find better paying jobs and contribute way. to Oregon's future economic competitiveness.Measure 86 will help. Measure 86 gives hope to Oregonians who dream of attend- ing college but fear they cannot afford it.It gives hope to The Oregon Business Association urges you to vote Yes on parents who,despite their hard work and best intentions,do Measure 86. not have the means to send their kids to college in Oregon. (This information furnished by DJ Vogt, VP,Government Passing Ballot Measure 86 will make it easier for Oregon to Affairs,Oregon Business Association.) fund student financial aid,reduce student debt,and support job training at community colleges.It allows the Legislature to create an endowment,one that is dedicated to ensuring 'Ofr cial 2074 general Eiection:Vo ters'Pamphlet' 43 lower-income Oregonians access to higher education and eldest will just be starting college when our educations are vocational training. paid for.I can't bear the thought of looking at my child and telling her that there is nothing for her,no savings and no Oregon's economy will benefit from increased access and chance to realize her own dreams without taking on large attainment of advanced education for Oregon students.The amounts of debt herself.And college costs just keep rising. evidence is clear that the higher proportion of Oregonians who attain postsecondary education,the greater the income I support Measure 86 because I know that 4 out of 5 people for the graduates and for the State of Oregon. who apply for statewide grants don't receive a dime.It's not that they are unqualified.It's that there isn't enough money Educational institutions may look very different 50 years from set aside for them. now due to new technologies and societal changes,but the need for education and workforce development will remain. I'm working hard to achieve my goals.I don't want an advan- Because Measure 86 creates a permanent endowment that tage,I just want a chance.A chance to be a doctor for a family exists for only this purpose,Oregon will have the resources like yours,and every Oregonian. needed,whatever the future holds. Join me in voting yes on 86,so every hard working student I urge you to vote Yes on Measure 86. gets a chance to pursue their dreams and change the world. (This information furnished by Larry D. Large.) Wendy Hemken Argument in Favor (This information furnished by Wendy Hemken.) Measure 86 is a reasonable solution to increase student aid in Argument in Favor Oregon.Measure 86 will provide Oregonians with the oppor- tunity to obtain a college education or career training. MEASURE 86—THE OPPORTUNITY INITIATIVE: • Improve access to higher education and vocational I encourage you to support Measure 86. training programs. • Maintain a well-trained workforce and expand job Measure 86 is a long-term plan to ensure that Oregonians opportunities. who want access to post-secondary education and • Establish a permanent,dependable source of funds. career training can get it.Measure 86 creates the Student Opportunity Fund,a permanent,growing source of need- STUDENTS AND FAMILIES DESERVE A REAL COMMITMENT based student aid at our universities and incentives for TO EDUCATION AND JOBS! career-training programs at our community colleges. Measure 86 will make education in our universities and corn- Costs for Oregon's higher education system have been munity colleges affordable for more Oregon students. tracking with inflation for decades.But as public funding for our community colleges and universities drop,students and The fund will be locked and cannot be raided by the families are expected to pick up the slack.Student debt is Legislature for other purposes. Best of all,Measure 86 does over ONE TRILLION dollars,and that's an economic risk to all not raise taxes. of us. Oregon's economic future depends on our ability to educate OUR ECONOMY BENEFITS WHEN EVERYONE HAS ACCESS and develop a solid workforce.Our students deserve the TO EDUCATION AND JOB TRAINING PROGRAMS chance to earn success by working at jobs in a vibrant economy.To do so,we need to open the doors to advanced Public support for access to higher education helps maintain education and training for all Oregonians.Measure 86 will a well-trained workforce for Oregon.Taxpayers benefit help us do that. because a more educated population means: • Higher per capita wages and increased tax revenue, I urge you to vote Yes on Measure 86. • Lower demand on public services,and • Safer communities. Former Governor Ted Kulongoski(2003-2011) THE OPPORTUNITY INITIATIVE WILL HELP MAINTAIN (This information furnished by Ted Kulongoski,Former DEPENDABLE STUDENT AID Governor(2003-2011).) The Opportunity Initiative will create a Constitutionally- Argument in Favor protected permanent fund.Earnings from the fund will be applied to student assistance programs(such as grants, My name is Wendy.I'm an honor roll student at PCC,a math loans,or repayable"Pay it Forward"programs). tutor,a mother to two young girls,a volunteer at OHSU,and a caregiver for my mother,who was recently diagnosed with (!1 Oregon already has a similar fund for K-12 called the early onset dementia. Common School Fund.Those dollars been invested since statehood and have maintained stable payments to schools Time is tight. Money is tight. even through the 2008 economic downturn. But my education is important to me,and to the future of our THE FUND WILL BE FINANCED CAREFULLY AND WITH family. MINIMAL RISK TO TAXPAYERS My daughters were both born prematurely and had to spend time in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.Their early There are a number of ways to finance the Opportunity Fund: struggles,and the struggle my mom is currently facing, state dollars,private donations,or bond sales.If bonds are have called on me to become a doctor and researcher.When used,they would come from the State's existing bonding I finish at PCC,I'll go get my Bachelors and then apply to capacity,so they would not create an additional liability for medical school. taxpayers.The measure prohibits the use of property taxes for repayment of the bonds. My family is not wealthy.To realize my dreams,I know I'll VOTE FOR OPPORTUNITY! have to take on student loan debt—a lot of it.I've already bor- rowed over$25,000.My husband,who recently completed Check sources at facebook.com/oregonWFP his degree and is starting his own business,has$80,000 in student loans. (This information furnished by Steve Hughes,State Director, Oregon Working Families.)be paying off educational debt for a long time.My Families.) 44: Measures I:MeasureAAregunts- Argument in Favor Argument in Opposition The Black Parent Initiative encourages you to vote Yes on Just Say No to Measure 86 Measure 86. • Bonds authorized by Measure 86 will not be paid off from The Black Parent Initiative is a transformative community pro- investment earnings or by students who benefit from vider of holistic parent education services.We are the only them,but by Oregon income taxpayers through the state organization in Multnomah County solely focused on provid- general fund. ing parent and family education as a means of increasing the • Money used to pay off Measure 86 bonds will not be odds of success for Black children. available to fund schools,prisons and social services. • Based on ACT college admissions tests,only 30 percent Measure 86 will help African-American families,and indeed, of Oregon's 2014 high school graduates may be ready for all families with children who seek to better their lives college. through education by increasing student aid for college and vocational training. Don't spend more money on higher education until our public school system prepares most college-bound Measure 86 will create a permanent,growing endowment for students to actually succeed there.Otherwise,we're just student aid that can be used for attendance at community paying twice for remedial courses to teach college stu- colleges,four-year universities and for vocational training. dents what they should have learned in high school. The results will be more degrees,more training certificates and better jobs with higher wages.We can create a stronger Why saddle Oregon taxpayers with perhaps$100 million future without an increase in taxes or a decrease in existing or more in debt for the next thirty years to subsidize a services.And this will benefit all Oregonians. system in which many students simply aren't ready to be there?The answer is we shouldn't. Great ideas like this do not come often.Let's seize this oppor- • Finally,listen to Measure 86 chief sponsor State tunity to make a real difference in the number of people who Treasurer Ted Wheeler criticize the university system for are able to access college and skills-based training. being... If you believe that all kids deserve an education,join us in "very slow to adapt the opportunities around voting Yes on Measure 86. technology. There's a lot of institutional inertia in (This information furnished by Charles McGee,Black Parent the university system just as there is in Salem.And, Initiative.) all of these new technologies have opened up new windows to learning that do not require a student to Argument in Favor even be in the same state."* Treasurer Wheeler notes,for example,that the program We support the Oregon Opportunity Initiative,which is iTunes U on his smartphone... designed to bring more financial assistance to young Oregonians seeking higher education.The OSU Foundation is "doesn't cost me a cent;"is a"game changer;"and deeply involved in providing tuition assistance to Oregon stu- "undercuts the entire economic model of the univer- dents,and this initiative will further the state's involvement in sity system as it currently exists today."* the same worthy cause. As technology drives down higher education costs,why While the cost of providing a world-class college education saddle Oregon taxpayers with perhaps$100 million or continues to increase,our state government has spent 20 more in debt for the next thirty years to subsidize the years slowly reducing its investment in Oregon's universities. old,high-cost economic model?Again,the answer is we The universities,in turn,have had to make up the difference shouldn't. through increased tuition.That's having a profound impact on young Oregonians.Between the 2004-2005 and 2011-2012 *Video of Treasurer Wheeler's statement is online at: school years,tuition at Oregon's public universities increased youtube.com/watch?v=ZMPMtmEvieq 50%.When Oregon's Class of 2012 graduated from college, it was estimated that they carried an average of$26,639 in More reasons to vote NO on Measure 86: debt.Each new graduate is entering a highly competitive job cascadeoolicy.org/links/4s market that will challenge their near-term earning potential, while also carrying debt that may force delays in major life (This information furnished by Steve Buckstein,Cascade Policy Institute.) decisions like marriage,home ownership,or starting a family. We need to do more for young Oregonians,whom we all acknowledge are the key to our future success. After years of dwindling state support for our public universi- ties,the Opportunity Initiative is an innovative idea that has the potential to reverse this trend and make college more affordable.Accountability is a core value at Oregon State University,and we take our stewardship of human,fiscal and physical resources very seriously.That's why the OSU Foundation provides$8 million in donor-funded tuition assis- tance to students each year.As a state,however,we need more action behind our words.We simply cannot profess to be supportive of public higher education while allowing our students to bear the financial burden of Oregon's divestment from universities.We have to speak with one voice by sup- porting the Opportunity Initiative. (This information furnished by J.Michael Goodwin,President &CEO,Oregon State University Foundation.) Measures Measure 87 40 Senate Joint Resolution 203-Referred to the Electorate of Oregon by the Legislative Assembly of the 2014 Regular Session to be voted on at the General Election,November 4,2014. .ss r � <��� �-:�- 3 f 3 �'�: m, . , 4' w V 4."gy z'/ ,! f a • `k 2 .v Z a 4 3 _ '� ?. '' ` ,4 ie4y s E ,a y; g age,, ' .. Result of "Yes"Vote Summary "Yes"vote amends constitution to permit state judges to be Article III,section 1,of Oregon Constitut ion "separation of employed by Oregon National Guard for military service pur- powers',clause)prohibits person from serving in more than poses,state public universities for teaching purposes one branch of government at the same time;Oregon Supreme Court has ruled that provision prohibits state court judges Result of "NO"Vote from teaching at institutions of public education.Article II, section 10,prohibits state court judges from being compen- "No"vote retains existing constitutional restrictions on sated for military service in National Guard.Measure amends employment of Oregon state court judges by the Oregon constitution to authorize any public university as defined National Guard and by the state public university system. by law to employ state court judges for purpose of teach- ing at Oregon public universities.Measure also authorizes employment of state court judges by Oregon National Guard for purpose of military service.Measure provides that such educational or military employment shall not preclude person from serving as state judge at same time.Other provisions. Estimate of Financial Impact There is no financial effect on either state or local government expenditures or revenues. 46 Measures-[Measure 87 Text of Measure Explanatory Statement Be It Resolved by the Legislative Assembly of the State of Ballot Measure 87 would amend the Oregon Constitution to Oregon: allow state court judges to be employed for the purpose of teaching at public universities and to receive compensation PARAGRAPH 1.Senate Joint Resolution 34,Seventy-seventh for performing military service in the Oregon National Guard. Legislative Assembly,2013 Regular Session,is rescinded. The Secretary of State may not refer Senate Joint Resolution Currently,Article III,section 1,of the Oregon Constitution 34,Seventy-seventh Legislative Assembly,2013 Regular (separation of powers clause),prohibits persons from serving Session,to the people for their approval or rejection at the in more than one branch of government at the same time. next regular general election held throughout this state. As one result of this prohibition,state court judges may not be employed as teachers at institutions of public education. PARAGRAPH 2.The Constitution of the State of Oregon is Article II,section 10,of the Oregon Constitution,further amended by creating a new section 8a to be added to and prohibits state court judges from receiving compensation for made a part of Article XV,and by amending section 8,Article performing military service. XV,such sections to read: Ballot Measure 87 also removes references to the State Board Sec.8.Notwithstanding the provisions of section 1,[article] of Higher Education to reflect the current structure of higher Article III and section 10,[article]Article II of[the]this education because of recent legislative changes.It also Constitution[of the State of Oregon,]: rescinds Senate Joint Resolution 34,which referred to the old (1)[a]A person employed by[the State Board of Higher structure of higher education. Education,]any board or commission established by law to Committee Members: Appointed by: supervise and coordinate the activities of Oregon's institu- Senator Floyd Prozanski President of the Senate tions of post-secondary education,a person employed by a Representative Phil Barnhart Speaker of the House public university as defined by law or a member or employee Kathleen Beaufait Secretary of State of any school board[or employee thereof,shall be]is eligible Jonathan Singer Secretary of State to[a seat in]serve as a member of the Legislative Assembly, Chip Lazenby Members of the Committee and[such]membership in the Legislative Assembly[shall] does not prevent[such]the person from being employed (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial by[the State Board of Higher Education]any board or corn- explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) mission established by law to supervise and coordinate the activities of Oregon's post-secondary institutions of educe- Legislative Argument in Support tion or by a public university as defined by law,or from being a member or employee of a school board. The Oregon Legislature approved Ballot Measure 87 as a tech- nical fix to the state's constitution to allow state court judges (2)A person serving as a judge of any court of this state may to serve in the military and as teachers at public universities. be employed by the Oregon National Guard for the purpose of performing military service or may be employed by any Oregon's constitution prohibits an individual from simultane- public university as defined by law for the purpose of teach- ously serving in more than one branch of state government. ing,and the employment does not prevent the person from (Article Ill,Sectionl—Separation of Powers clause.)Ballot serving as a judge. Measure 87 will allow state court judges,a part of the judicial branch,to also serve the Oregon Military Department and SECTION 8a.Notwithstanding any other provision of this Oregon's public universities,which are parts of the executive Constitution,if the amendment to section 8 of this Article branch. proposed by Senate Joint Resolution 34(2013)is approved by the people at the general election held on November 4, Currently,some state court judges volunteer as teachers 2014,the amendment to section 8 of this Article by Senate at public universities and other judges serve in the Oregon Joint Resolution 34(2013)shall not be effective and the National Guard.State court judges can be compensated by amendment to section 8 of this Article proposed by Senate private schools and colleges for teaching,but currently state Joint Resolution 203(2014)shall be effective in lieu thereof. court judges cannot be paid by public schools. PARAGRAPH 3.The amendment proposed by this resolution Oregon Legislature determined that this disparity has led to shall be submitted to the people for their approval or rejec- fewer opportunities for students at Oregon's public universi- tion at the next regular general election held throughout this ties to interact and learn from experienced jurists.Accordingly, state. in the interest of affording all of Oregon's students the same benefits,Ballot Measure 87 has been proposed to create equal Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and opportunities at Oregon's public universities. italic]type indicates deletions or comments. Ballot Measure 87 also clarifies that those judges who serve as members of the Oregon Military Department may do so. Ballot Measure 87 will ensure that state court judges can be compensated as teachers at public universities and in the Oregon National Guard,without violating the Separation of Powers Clause of the state constitution.It also rescinds Senate Joint Resolution 34,which referred to the old struc- ture of higher education. The Oregon Legislature recommends a"yes"vote on Ballot Measure 87. Committee Members: Appointed by: Senator Floyd Prozanski President of the Senate Representative Phil Barnhart Speaker of the House Representative Paul Holvey Speaker of the House (This Joint Legislative Committee was appointed to provide the legislative argument in support of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.245.) Measures! Measure 88 " 47 Proposed by referendum petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 4,2014. 5;244,`,=, .�• �x7*� a - ..fix. 4 2: z'� _14.* W � n X.• _ �� . Jit ^3 T� axz-damx 7 xx a 4144,rai} -,---V!'r:Mt-1*.`,Y,:,?4,,,,,, A 4411 '.,. 3, ,,, 4_, <fY '� „«:. �,,, Iro n Result of "Yes" Vote Summary "Yes"vote directs Department of Transportation to issue Current law requires any applicant for an Oregon driver "driver card"to Oregon resident meeting specified eligibility, license or permit to provide proof of legal presence in without requiring proof of legal presence in United States. the United States.Measure directs the Department of Transportation to issue a"driver card"to an applicant who Result of "No"Vote does not provide proof of legal presence in the United States, but who has otherwise complied with all Oregon require- "No"vote rejects law directing Department of Transportation ments for the type of driving privileges sought,has provided to issue"driver card"to eligible Oregon resident without proof of residence in Oregon for more than one year,and requiring proof of legal presence in United States. has provided proof of identity and date of birth.The driver card may not be used as identification for air travel,to enter a federal building,to register to vote or to obtain any govern- ment benefit requiring proof of citizenship or lawful presence in United States.Other provisions. 48 Measures I Measure 88 Estimate of Financial Impact Text of Measure This measure will require the Oregon Department of Be It Enacted by the People of the State of Oregon: Transportation(ODOT)to issue an Oregon Driver Card to an applicant without requiring the applicant to provide proof SECTION 1.Sections 2 to 5 of this 2013 Act are added to and of legal presence in the United States,if that individual made a part of the Oregon Vehicle Code. complies with all the requirements for the driving privileges to be sought;provides proof of identity and date of birth;(3) SECTION 2.(1)Except as provided in this section,for the provides proof of residing in Oregon in excess of one year as purposes of the Oregon Vehicle Code a driver card is subject of the date of the application;(4)provides a Social Security to the same statutes and procedures that govern driver number(SSN)assigned to that.individual by the United States licenses and driver permits and shall be issued,renewed Social Security Administration(SSA)or provides a written or replaced in the same manner as driver licenses or driver statement that the individual has not been assigned a SSN; permits. and(5)pays any fees associated with the type of driver card being sought.The cost to provide these cards is estimated (2)The Department of Transportation shall issue,renew or at$2,794,802 in the 2013-15 biennium and$2,677,144 in the replace a driver card without requiring a person to provide 2015-17 biennium,but revenues are expected to be sufficient proof of legal presence in the United States if the person to offset these costs to ODOT.The revenue in excess of the meets the requirements described in subsection(3)of this costs will be deposited within the State Highway Fund. section. The referendum establishes the following fees:(1)$64 for (3)A person is eligible for a driver card under this section if issuance of a Class C driver card;(2)$5 for the knowledge test the person: for a Class C driver card;(3)$9 for the skills test for a Class C driver card;(4)$64 for issuance of a restricted Class C driver (a)Complies with all of the requirements for the type of card;(5)$44 for renewal of a Class C driver card;(6)$30 for driving privileges sought to be issued,other than the replacement of a Class C driver card;(7)$6 for the Student requirement to provide proof of legal presence in the United Driver Training Fund;(8)$75 for reinstatement of revoked States; driving privilege;(9)$75 for reinstatement of suspended driv- (b)Provides proof of identity and date of birth by submitting: ing privileges;and(10)fee for reinstatement of the right to apply for driving privileges after a delay under ORS 809.280 (A)An unexpired valid passport from the person's country of (10)(1997 Edition),which is the same as the fee for reinstate- citizenship; ment of suspended driving privileges. The referendum provides that the fees charged for an Oregon (B)An unexpired valid consular identification document Driver Card would be used for administrative purposes and issued by the consulate of the person's country of citizen- distributed to the Highway Fund in the same manner as fees ship,if the department determines that the procedure used charged for an Oregon Driver License.It is anticipated that in issuing the consular identification document is sufficient this measure will generate$3,510,437 of revenue in 2013-15 to prove the person's identity;or and$4,333,562 in 2015-17. (C)Such other valid documentation,as defined by the There are no anticipated effects on local government. department by rule; (c)Provides proof of residency in this state in excess of one year as of the date of application; (d)Provides the Social Security number assigned to the person by the United States Social Security Administration or provides a written statement that the person has not been assigned a Social Security number;and (e)Pays the fees required under section 5 of this 2013 Act. (4)The department may issue,renew or replace a driver card for an applicant who has submitted a Social Security number only after the department verifies the Social Security number with the United States Social Security Administration. (5)A person may prove residency in this state in excess of one year by: (a)Providing evidence that the person owns or leases prop- erty in Oregon for use as a personal domicile by the person; (b)Providing evidence that the person filed a full-year resi- dent or part-year resident Oregon tax return for the most recent tax year;or (c)Demonstrating such other factors adopted by the depart- ment by rule. (6)Notwithstanding ORS 807.130 and 807.150,upon issuance and renewal: (a)A driver card issued under this section that is subject to the same requirements and issued in the same manner as Official ra);Electon ©tern Pamphlet 49 a driver license expires on the anniversary of the licensee's SECTION 6.ORS 807.310 is amended to read: birthday in the fourth calendar year after the date of issuance. 807.310.(1)The Department of Transportation shall provide for the issuance of applicant temporary driver permits in a (b)A driver card issued under this section that is subject to manner consistent with this section. the same requirements and issued in the same manner as a driver permit is valid for the period of time for which a driver (2)The department may issue an applicant temporary driver permit of the same type is issued by the department,but no permit to an applicant for a driver license or for a driver longer than a period of four years. permit while the department is determining all facts relative to application for the driver license or driver permit.The (7)The department may not issue a commercial driver department shall set forth on the applicant temporary driver license to a person who holds a driver card issued under this permit the driving privileges granted under the permit. section. (3)The holder of an applicant temporary driver permit must (8)The department shall adopt any rules the department have the temporary driver permit on the holder's person considers necessary for the administration of this section. while operating a motor vehicle.The holder of an applicant temporary driver permit must operate within the driving SECTION 3.A driver card issued,renewed or replaced under privileges granted under the temporary driver permit. section 2 of this 2013 Act must contain: (1)The words"driver card"and may not contain the words (4)Except as provided in subsection(5)of this section,an Y applicant temporary driver permit is valid for a period of 30 "driver license"or"driver permit." days from the date issued.The department may extend the (2)A feature distinguishing the driver card from a driver term of the permit for sufficient cause.An extension of the license and driver permit.The form of the distinguishing term of the permit may not exceed an additional 30 days. feature shall be determined by the department by rule. (5)An applicant temporary driver permit is valid for a period SECTION 4.A driver card issued,renewed or replaced under of 90 days from the date issued if an applicant: section 2 of this 2013 Act may be used only: (a)Has complied with all the requirements for an application (1)To provide evidence of a grant of driving privileges. for a driver license or driver permit,except that the applicant is unable to produce the documentation required by the (2)In the same manner as provided for driver licenses in ORS department under ORS 807.021 and 807.730[,the department, 97.951 to 97.982 for the purpose of identifying the person as at the time of application,may issue to the applicant an appli- an anatomical donor. cant temporary driver permit as provided in this section if the applicant];and (3)To identify the person as an emancipated minor. (b)Certifies that the applicant is,to the best of the applicant's (4)To identify the person as a veteran. knowledge,legally present in the United States. (5)To provide a driver license number as required under ORS (6)[An applicant temporary driver permit issued to an appli- 18.042,18.170 and 25.020. cant under subsection(5)of this section is valid fora period of 90 days from the date issued.]The department may extend (6)To provide a driver license number to aid a law enforce- the term of[the permit]an applicant temporary driver permit ment agency in identifying a missing person under ORS under subsection(5)of this section up to two times for suf- 146.181. ficient cause.Each extension of the term of the permit may SECTION 5.The following are the fees relating to the issu- not exceed 90 days. ance,replacement and renewal of driver cards: (7)Notwithstanding subsection(6)of this section,the depart- (1)Driver card issuance fee for a Class C driver card issued depart- ment may,in the manner provided by rule,further extend the under section 2 of issuance fee for Act,a C64. term of the applicant temporary driver permit under subsec- tion(5)of this section for an applicant who needs additional (2)Fee to take the knowledge test for a Class C driver card time to obtain the documentation required under ORS 807.021 issued under section 2 of this 2013 Act,$5. and 807.730. (3)Fee to take the skills test for a Class C driver card issued (8)An applicant temporary driver permit automatically under section 2 of this 2013 Act,$9. becomes invalid if the applicant's license or permit is issued or refused for good cause. (4)Driver card issuance fee for a restricted Class C driver (9)The department may not charge a fee for issuance of an card issued under section 2 of this 2013 Act,$64. applicant temporary driver permit under this section. (5)Driver card renewal fee for a Class C driver card issued SECTION 7.ORS 807.130 is amended to read: under section 2 of this 2013 Act,$44. (6)Replacement fee for a driver card issued under section 2 807.130.(1)A license that is issued as an original license and of this 2013 Act,$30. not as a license that is renewed expires on the anniversary of the licensee's birthday in the eighth calendar year after the (7)Student Driver Training Fund eligibility fee for a driver year of issuance. card issued under section 2 of this 2013 Act,$6. (2)A license that is renewed under ORS 807.150 expires eight (8)Fee for reinstatement of revoked driving privileges under Years from the specified expiration date of the immediately ORS 809.390,$75. preceding license. (9)Fee for reinstatement of suspended driving privileges (3)Notwithstanding subsections(1)and(2)of this section,a under ORS 809.380,$75. limited term driver license that is issued under ORS 807.730 to a person who is not a citizen or permanent legal resident (10)Fee for reinstatement of right to apply for driving privi- of the United States expires on the date the licensee is no leges after a delay under ORS 809.280(10)(1997 Edition), longer authorized to stay in the United States,as indicated by the same as the fee for reinstatement of suspended driving the documentation the person presented to the Department privileges. of Transportation to provide proof of legal presence in the United States as required by ORS 807.021 and 807.730,but no 50 Measures.}Measure 88 longer than eight years from the date of issuance or,if there issuance of driver licenses and driver permits. is no definite end to the authorized stay,after a period of one year. (G)Moneys described under section 5 of this 2013 Act relat- ing to issuance of driver cards. (4)A license that has expired does not grant driving privileges and is not valid evidence of driving privileges. [(G)](H)Moneys received by the Department of Transportation from taxes,fees or charges imposed after SECTION 8.ORS 366.505 is amended to read: January 1,2001,or other revenues or moneys received by the department from sources not listed in subparagraphs(A) 366.505.(1)The State Highway Fund shall consist of: to[(F))(G)of this paragraph that are lawfully available to be (a)All moneys and revenues derived under and by virtue of pledged under this section. the sale of bonds,the sale of which is authorized by law and (c)Moneys described in paragraph(b)of this subsection do the proceeds thereof to be dedicated to highway purposes. not include: (b)All moneys and revenues accruing from the licensing of (A)Moneys provided for appropriations to counties under motor vehicles,operators and chauffeurs. ORS 366.762 to 366.768. (c)Moneys and revenues derived from any tax levied upon (B)Moneys provided for appropriations to cities under ORS gasoline,distillate,liberty fuel or other volatile and inflam- 366.785 to 366.820. mable liquid fuels,except moneys and revenues described in ORS 184.642(2)(a)that become part of the Department of (C)Moneys in the account established under ORS 366.512 for Transportation Operating Fund. parks and recreation. (d)Moneys and revenues derived from or made available by SECTION 10.ORS 367.605 is amended to read: the federal government for road construction,maintenance or betterment purposes. 367.605.(1)Moneys deposited in the State Highway Fund established under ORS 366.505 are pledged to payment of (e)All moneys derived from the issuance of driver cards. Highway User Tax Bonds issued under ORS 367.615. [(e)](f)All moneys and revenues received from all other (2)Except as provided in subsection(3)of this section, sources which by law are allocated or dedicated for highway moneys,once deposited in the highway fund from the fol- purposes. lowing sources are subject to the use or pledge described in (2)The highway fund shall be deemed and held as a trust subsection(1)of this section: fund,separate and distinct from the General Fund,and may (a)Moneys from the taxes and fees on motor carriers be used only for the purposes authorized by law and is con- imposed under ORS 825.474 and 825.480. tinually appropriated for such purposes. (b)Moneys from the tax on motor vehicle fuel imposed under (3)Moneys in the State Highway Fund may be invested as ORS 319.020. provided in ORS 293.701 to 293.820.All interest earnings on any of the funds designated in subsection(1)of this section (c)Moneys from the tax on fuel used in motor vehicles shall be placed to the credit of the highway fund. imposed under ORS 319.530. SECTION 9.ORS 367.173 is amended to read: (d)Moneys described under ORS 803.090 from the titling of vehicles. 367.173.The principal,interest,premium,if any,and the pur- chase or tender price of the grant anticipation revenue bonds (e)Moneys described under ORS 803.420 from the registra- issued under ORS 367.161 to 367.181 are payable solely from tion of vehicles. the following moneys: (f)Moneys described under ORS 807.370 relating to the issu- (1)Federal transportation funds. ance of driver licenses and driver permits. (2)To the extent affirmatively pledged at the time issuance of (g)Moneys described under section 5 of this 2013 Act relat- revenue bonds is authorized,the following moneys that are ing to the issuance of driver cards. lawfully available: 1(g)](h)Moneys received by the Department of Transportation (a)Moneys deposited in the State Highway Fund established from taxes,fees or charges imposed after January 1,2001,or under ORS 366.505. other revenues received by the department from sources not listed in paragraphs(a)to[(f)](g)of this subsection that are (b)Except as provided in paragraph(c)of this subsection, available for the use or pledge described by this section. moneys,once deposited in the State Highway Fund estab- lished under ORS 366.505,from the following sources may be (3)Moneys described under subsection(2)of this section do affirmatively pledged: not include: (A)Moneys from the taxes and fees on motor carriers (a)Moneys provided for appropriations to counties under imposed under ORS 825.474 and 825.480. ORS 366.762 to 366.768. (B)Moneys from the tax on motor vehicle fuel imposed under (b)Moneys provided for appropriations to cities under ORS ORS 319.020. 366.785 to 366.820. (C)Moneys from the tax on fuel used in motor vehicles (c)Moneys in the account established under ORS 366.512 for imposed under ORS 319.530. parks and recreation. (D)Moneys described under ORS 803.090 from the titling of (4)To the extent affirmatively pledged,moneys from the fol- vehicles. lowing sources are subject to the use or pledge described in subsection(1)of this section: (E)Moneys described under ORS 803.420 from the registra- tion of vehicles. (a)Moneys received by the Department of Transportation from the United States government. (F)Moneys described under ORS 807.370 relating to the (b)Any other moneys legally available to the department. Official 2014 General Election Voters Pamphlet 51 (5)Notwithstanding ORS 366.507,the lien or charge of any (f)After deduction of expenses of collection,transfer and pledge of moneys securing bonds issued under ORS 367.615 administration,the department shall pay moneys from any is superior or prior to any other lien or charge and to any law registration fees established by the governing bodies of of the state requiring the department to spend moneys for counties or a district,as defined in ORS 801.237,under ORS specified highway purposes. 801.041 or 801.042 to the appropriate counties or districts. The department shall make the payments on at least a SECTION 11.ORS 802.110 is amended to read: monthly basis unless another basis is established by the 802.110.Any procedures the Department of Transportation intergovernmental agreements required by ORS 801.041 and 801.042 between the department and the governing bodies of establishes for financial administration of those functions of the department dealing with driver and motor vehicle a county or a district. services and for the disposition and payment of moneys it (g)After deducting the expenses of the department in col- receives from the provision of driver and motor vehicle ser- g g P P P lecting and transferring the moneys,the department shall vices shall comply with all of the following: make disbursals and payments of moneys collected for or (1)The department shall deposit all moneys it receives related dedicated to any other purpose or fund except the State to driver and motor vehicle services in the Department of Highway Fund,including but not limited to,payments to the Department of Transportation Operating Fund established by Transportation Driver and Motor Vehicle Suspense Account ORS 184.642(1)and(2). for approved expenses and disbursals before payment of general administrative expenses of the department related (3)The department shall refund from the Department of to the provision of driver and motor vehicle services. Transportation Driver and Motor Vehicle Suspense Account Notwithstanding this subsection,the department may return any excess or erroneous payment to a person who made the a bank check or money order when received in incorrect or payment or to the person's legal representative when the incomplete form or when not accompanied by the proper department determines that money has been received by it application. in excess of the amount legally due and payable or that it has received money in which it has no legal interest.Refunds (2)The department shall pay the following approved payable under this subsection are continuously appropri- expenses and disbursals from the Department of ated for such purposes in the manner for payment of refunds Transportation Driver and Motor Vehicle Suspense Account under this section.If the department determines that a refund before payment of the general administrative expenses of the is due,the department may refund the amount of excess department related to driver and motor vehicle services: or erroneous payment without a claim being filed.Except (a)Refunds authorized by any statute administered by as provided in ORS 319.290,319.375,319.820 and 319.831, the department when such refunds are approved by the any claim for a refund from the department must be filed department. within 12 months after the date payment is received by the department. (b)Amounts transferred to the State Treasurer under ORS 319.410(2)for the purpose of carrying out the state avia- (4)After payment of those expenses and disbursals approved tion laws,amounts transferred to the Boating Safety,Law for payment before general administrative expenses related Enforcement and Facility Account by ORS 319.415,amounts to the provision of driver and motor vehicle services,the transferred to the State Aviation Account by ORS 319.417 and department shall pay from the Department of Transportation amounts transferred to the Department of Transportation Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Administrative Account its Operating Fund by ORS 184.643. general ad mini st r at iv e expenses in cu rr ed in the administra- tion of any law related to driver and motor vehicle services (c)After deduction of expenses of collection,transfer and that the department is charged with administering and any administration,the department shall pay moneys collected other expenses the department is permitted by law to pay from the Student Driver Training Fund eligibility fee under from moneys held by the department before transfer of the ORS 807.040,807.150 and 807.370 and section 5 of this 2013 moneys to the State Highway Fund.The following limitations Act to the State Treasurer for deposit in the Student Driver apply to payments of administrative expenses under this Training Fund.The moneys deposited in the Student Driver subsection: Training Fund under this paragraph are continuously appro- priated to the department for the following purposes: (a)The department shall make payment of the expenses of administering the issuance of winter recreation parking (A)To the extent of not more than 10 percent of the amount permits under ORS 811.595 from those moneys received from transferred into the Student Driver Training Fund in any bien- issuing the permits. nium,to pay the expenses of administering ORS 336.795, 336.800,336.805,336.810(2)and 336.815. (b)The department shall pay its expenses for administer- ing the registration and titling of snowmobiles under ORS (B)The remaining moneys,for reimbursing school districts 821.060 and 821.100 from the fees collected from admin- and commercial driver training schools as provided under istering those sections.The department shall also pay its ORS 336.805. expenses for the administration of the snowmobile driver permit program under ORS 821.160 from the moneys other- (d)After deduction of expenses of collection,transfer and wise described in this paragraph. administration,the department shall pay moneys collected for the Motorcycle Safety Subaccount under ORS 807.170 (c)The department shall pay its expenses for determining the to the State Treasurer for deposit in the Motorcycle Safety amount of money to be withheld under ORS 802.120 from the Subaccount of the Transportation Safety Account.Moneys fees collected for administering the registration and titling paid to the State Treasurer under this paragraph shall be used of snowmobiles.The amount used to pay expenses under for the purpose of ORS 802.320. this paragraph shall be such sum as necessary but shall not exceed$10,000 during each biennium. (e)After deduction of expenses for the administration of the issuance of customized registration plates under ORS (d)The department shall retain not more than$15,000 in 805.240,the department shall place moneys received from any biennium for the expenses of collecting and transfer- the sale of customized registration plates in the Passenger ring moneys to the Student Driver Training Fund under this Rail Transportation Account.The moneys placed in the section and for the administration of ORS 336.810(3). account are continuously appropriated to the department and shall be used for the payment of expenses incurred in admin- (5)Except as otherwise provided in this subsection,the istering passenger rail programs. department shall transfer to the State Highway Fund the moneys not used for payment of the general administrative 52 Measure;° j;l ees e'8$ expenses or for approved expenses and disbursals before in cash or unreimbursed items and advances.The moneys in payment of general administrative expenses.The following the account are continuously appropriated for the purposes apply to this subsection: of this subsection.The amount of the account under this subsection shall not exceed$40,000 from moneys received (a)If the Director of Transportation certifies the amount of by the department in the performance of its driver and motor principal or interest of highway bonds due on any particular vehicle services functions and moneys otherwise appropri- date,the department may make available for the payment of ated for purposes of this subsection.The account under this such interest or principal any sums that may be necessary to subsection shall be kept on deposit with the State Treasurer. the extent of moneys on hand available for the State Highway The State Treasurer is authorized to honor and pay all prop- Fund regardless of the dates otherwise specified under this erly signed and indorsed checks or warrants drawn against section. the account. (b)Notwithstanding paragraph(a)of this subsection the SECTION 12.ORS 802.160 is amended to read: department shall not make available for purposes described in paragraph(a)of this subsection any moneys described in 802.160.The fees collected under ORS 807.370 and section ORS 367.605 when there are not sufficient amounts of such 5 of this 2013 Act for the reinstatement of suspended and moneys in the State Highway Fund for purposes of bonds revoked driving privileges shall be applied by the Department issued under ORS 367.615. of Transportation to the cost of preparing and serving notices of suspension or revocation and to the cost of administer- (6)Notwithstanding any other provision of this section,the ing the driver improvement program authorized under ORS following moneys shall be transferred to the State Highway 809.480. Fund at the times described: SECTION 13.ORS 807.375 is amended to read: (a)Moneys received under ORS 802.120 and not used for the payment of administrative expenses of the department shall 807.375.(1)In addition to any fee imposed under ORS 807.370 be transferred before July 31 of each year. and 807.410 or section 5 of this 2013 Act,the Department of Transportation may impose a fee for each driver license, (b)Moneys received from the registration of snowmobiles driver permit,driver card and identification card that is that is not to be used for payment of administrative expenses issued,renewed or replaced,for the purpose of covering the of the department shall be transferred within 30 days after costs of purchasing equipment and establishing and main- the end of the quarter. taining a database used for collecting and verifying biometric (c)Moneys received from the issuance of winter recreation data. parking permits that is not used for payment of administra- (2)A fee imposed under this section may not be more than$3 tive expenses of the department shall be transferred within per driver license,driver permit,driver card or identification 30 days after the end of the quarter. card. (7)The following moneys transferred to the State Highway SECTION 14.ORS 802.200 is amended to read: Fund under this section may be used only for the purposes described as follows: 802.200.In addition to any other records the Department of Transportation may establish,the department is subject to (a)Moneys collected from the issuance of winter recreation the following provisions concerning records: parking permits,and the interest on such moneys,shall be used to enforce the requirement for winter recreation (1)The department shall maintain records concerning the parking permits and to remove snow from winter recreation titling of vehicles in this state.The records under this subsec- parking locations designated under ORS 810.170.Any remain- tion shall include the following: ing moneys shall,upon approval by the Winter Recreation Advisory Committee: (a)For vehicles issued a title by this state,the records shall identify the vehicle and contain the following: (A)Be used to maintain parking locations developed with moneys obtained under ORS 810.170 and snowmobile facili- (A)The name of the vehicle owner and any security interest ties that are parking lots developed with moneys as provided holders in order of priority,except that a security interest under this section; holder need not be identified if the debtor who granted the interest is in the business of selling vehicles and the vehicles (B)Be used to develop additional winter recreation parking constitute inventory held for sale; locations under ORS 810.170;or (B)The name of any lessor of the vehicle; (C)Be carried over to be used in subsequent years for the purposes and in the manner described in this paragraph. (C)The vehicle description;and (b)Moneys received from the registration of snowmobiles (D)Whether a certificate of title was issued for the vehicle. or under ORS 802.120 may be used for development and maintenance of multiuse trails within urban growth boundar- (b)If the vehicle is an antique vehicle that is reconstructed, ies described in ORS 367.017 or for the development and the records shall indicate that the vehicle is reconstructed. maintenance of snowmobile facilities,including the acquisi- (c)If the vehicle is a replica,the records shall indicate that the tion of land therefor by any means other than the exercise of vehicle is a replica. eminent domain. Moneys received under ORS 802.120 may also be used for the enforcement of ORS 811.590,821.100 (d)Any other information concerning the titling of vehicles to 821.120,821.140,821.150,821.190,821.210 and 821.240 to that the department considers convenient or appropriate. 821.290. (e)All odometer readings for a vehicle that are reported to the (8)The department shall maintain the Revolving Account department under provisions of the vehicle code. for Emergency Cash Advances separate from other moneys described in this section.From the account,the department (f)If the vehicle has been reported to the department as may pay for the taking up of dishonored remittances returned a totaled vehicle under the provisions of ORS 819.012 or by banks or the State Treasurer and for emergency cash 819.014,the records shall indicate that the vehicle is a totaled advances to be subsequently reimbursed.The account shall vehicle unless the reason for the report was theft and the be used only as a revolving fund.The department shall at all vehicle has been recovered. times be accountable for the amount of the account,either (2)If a vehicle that has been registered or titled in another Official 2014,-General Election Voters'Pamphlet 53 jurisdiction is registered or titled in this state,the department (f)For each driver card,the Social Security number of shall retain a record of any odometer readings shown on the the person to whom the driver card is issued or a written title or registration documents submitted to the department statement that the person has not been assigned a Social at the time of registration or title. Security number. (3)Except as otherwise provided in ORS 826.003,the depart- [(f)](g)For each commercial driver license,the Social Security ment shall maintain records concerning the registration of number of the person to whom the license is issued,or any vehicles required to be registered by the department.The other number or identifying information that the Secretary of records concerning the registration of vehicles may be stored the United States Department of Transportation determines along with records concerning the titling of vehicles.The appropriate to identify the person. records under this subsection shall include the following: (9)The Department of Transportation shall maintain a two- (a)For vehicles registered by the department,the records part driving record consisting of an employment driving shall identify the vehicle and contain the following: record and a nonemployment driving record for each person as required under this subsection.All of the following apply (A)The registration plate number assigned by the depart- to the records required under this subsection: ment to the vehicle; (B)The name of the vehicle owner; (a)The department shall maintain driving records on: tion and vehicle identification number; (A)Every person who is granted driving privileges under a (C)The vehicle description driver license,driver permit,driver card or a statutory grant and of driving privileges under ORS 807.020; (D)An indication that the vehicle is a totaled vehicle if it has (B)Every person whose driving privileges have been sus- been reported to the department as a totaled vehicle under pended,revoked or canceled under this vehicle code; the provisions of ORS 819.012 or 819.014,unless the reason for the report was theft and the vehicle has been recovered. (C)Every person who has filed an accident report under ORS 811.725 or 811.730;and (b)Any other information concerning the registration of vehi- cles that the department considers convenient or appropriate. (D)Every person who is required to provide future responsi- bility filings under ORS 806.200,806.220,806.230 or 806.240. (4)The department shall maintain separate records for the regulation of vehicle dealers.The records required under (b)In addition to other information required by this para- this subsection shall include the following information about graph,the employment driving record shall include all persons issued dealer certificates: reports of drug test results that are made to the department under ORS 825.410.Notwithstanding any other provision of (a)The person's application for a vehicle dealer certificate. law,release of the portion of the employment driving record (b)An alphabetical index of the name of each person applying that shows drug test results reported under ORS 825.410 is (b) a vehicle alphabetical ndexioate. permitted only in accordance with ORS 802.202.The employ- for driving record shall also include all motor vehicle acci- (c)A numerical index according to the distinctive number dents that the person is required to report under ORS 811.720, assigned to each vehicle dealer. all suspensions of driving privileges required to be placed on the record under ORS 809.280,all suspensions of the per- (5)The department shall maintain a file on vehicles for which son's commercial driver license that result from operation or the title record is canceled under ORS 819.030.The records use of a commercial motor vehicle and all convictions of the required under this subsection shall disclose the last regis- person for violation of motor vehicle laws except convictions tered owner of each vehicle,any security interest holder or for offenses requiring mandatory revocation or suspension holders and lessors of each vehicle as shown by the canceled of driving privileges under ORS 809.409,809.411,809.413 and title record for each vehicle and the make and year model for 813.400,but shall include only such accidents,suspensions each vehicle. and convictions that occur while the person is driving a motor vehicle: (6)The department shall maintain a record of each agreement or declaration under ORS 802.500 and 802.520. (A)In the course of the person's employment when the person is employed by another for the principal purpose of (7)The department shall maintain separate and compre- driving a motor vehicle; hensive records of all transactions affecting the Revolving Account for Emergency Cash Advances described under ORS (B)Carrying persons or property for compensation; 802.100. (C)In the course of the person's employment in the collection, (8)The department shall maintain suitable records of driver transportation or delivery of mail if the vehicle is government licenses,driver permits,driver cards and identification cards. owned or marked for the collection,transportation or delivery The records required under this subsection shall include all of of mail in accordance with government rules; the following: (D)That is an authorized emergency vehicle; (a)An index by name and number. (E)That is a commercial motor vehicle;or (b)Supporting documentation of all driver licenses,driver permits,driver cards or identification cards issued. (F)In the course of the person's employment with a federal, state or local government in a public works project involving (c)Every application for a driver license,driver permit,driver repair or maintenance of water,sewer or road systems. card or identification card. (c)The nonemployment driving record shall include the (d)All driver licenses[orl,driver permits or driver cards that person's: have been suspended or revoked. (A)Motor vehicle accidents that the person is required to (e)Except as provided in paragraph(f)of this subsection, report under ORS 811.720,other than the motor vehicle acci- for each driver license,driver permit or identification card, dents that are included on the person's employment driving the Social Security number of the person to whom the driver record; license,driver permit or identification card is issued or proof (B)Suspensions,cancellations and revocations of licenses, that the person is not eligible for a Social Security number. Measures :; re 88 permits and driving privileges; (f)Any other information the department determines appro- priate or convenient. (C)Convictions for violation of the motor vehicle laws other than those included in the employment driving record includ- SECTION 15.Notwithstanding any other law limiting ing,for each violation of ORS 811.100 or 811.111,the speed at expenditures,the amount of$4,708,505 is established which the person was convicted of traveling and the posted for the biennium beginning July 1,2013,as the maximum speed,the speed limit or the speed that constitutes prima limit for payment of expenses for the purpose of carrying facie evidence of violation of the basic speed rule,as appro- out section 2 of this 2013 Act from fees,moneys or other priate;and revenues,including Miscellaneous Receipts,but excluding lottery funds and federal funds,collected or received by the (D)Diversion agreements entered into under ORS 813.220 Department of Transportation under section 5 of this 2013 within the preceding 15 years. Act. (d)The department may record other entries to indicate cor- Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and respondence,interviews,participation in driver improve- italic]type indicates deletions or comments. ment programs or other matters concerning the status of the driving privileges of the person. Explanatory Statement (e)When a person from another jurisdiction applies for a Ballot Measure 88 amends the Oregon Vehicle Code to driver license or driver permit issued by this state,the depart- allow the state in certain circumstances to issue limited ment shall request a copy of the person's driving record from the other jurisdiction.At the time the person is issued a purpose driver cards to Oregon residents as proof of driving license in Oregon,the record from the other jurisdiction shall privileges. become part of the driver's record in this state with the same The Oregon Vehicle Code currently prohibits the Department force and effect as though entered on the driver's record in of Transportation from granting a driver license or driver this state in the original instance.•The department by rule permit to any person unless that person provides proof of may specify methods for converting entries from out-of-state legal presence in the United States. records for use in Oregon. (f)When a suspension of a driver permit,driver license or The proposed measure directs the Department of Transportation to issue a driver card to an applicant who other driving privilege is placed on the driving record under complies with all current requirements for the type of driving ORS 809.280 for failure to appear in court on a traffic crime, privileges sought and provides proof of residence in Oregon the department shall note on the record that the suspen- for more than one year,without requiring a person to provide sion was for failure to appear in court and shall also note proof of legal presence in the United States.A driver card is the offense charged against the person on which the person valid for four years. failed to appear. (g) The measure provides that the driver card must not indicate g)The Department of Transportation,in consultation with that it is a driver license or driver permit and must include the Department of State Police,shall devise and implement a distinguishing feature that identifies the card as a driver a method of noting suspensions and revocations of driving card.Additionally,the measure prohibits the Department of privileges on the record in such a way that police agencies Transportation from issuing a commercial driver license to a can determine directly from the record what class of offense, person who holds a driver card. as provided by law,is committed by a person who drives in violation of the suspension or revocation.If the Department Currently,a person who holds a driver permit or driver of Transportation and the Department of State Police devise license may use the permit or license as proof of identity and a mutually agreeable alternative method of informing police age.A person with a driver card may use the card only as agencies of the nature of a suspension or revocation and evidence of driving privileges.The measure provides limited the consequences of its violation,the implementation of exceptions to this restriction.A person could use a driver that method shall satisfy the duty of the Department of card to designate that the person is an organ donor,an eman- Transportation under this paragraph. cipated minor or a veteran,or to establish identity for certain (10)The Department of Transportation shall maintain records civil proceedings or missing person investigations. of judgments or convictions sent to the department under Committee Members: Appointed by: ORS 810.375. Cynthia Kendoll Chief Petitioners Representative Kim Thatcher Chief Petitioners (11)The department shall maintain accident reports filed with Elizabeth Remley Secretary of State the department under ORS 810.460 and 811.725 to 811.735. Becky Straus Secretary of State Edwin Peterson Members of the Committee (12)The department shall maintain records of bank checks or money orders returned under ORS 802.110. (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) (13)The department shall maintain records of trip permits issued by the department under ORS 803.600,as provided under this subsection.The records required by this subsec- tion shall include the following: (a)A description of the vehicle sufficient to identify the vehicle. (b)The person to whom the permit was issued. (c)When the permit was issued. (d)The type of permit issued. (e)For registration weight trip permits,the maximum allow- able registration weight permitted for operation under the permit. Measures re 88 Arguments 55 Argument in Favor On the whole,however,I believe the benefits of this bill out- weigh its problems.Driving privileges should not be coupled Working Families is fighting for a brighter future for with immigration status.These are separate concerns that ALL Oregonians should be treated separately by the law. One where the economy works for everyone,not just the (This information furnished by Kyle Markley.) wealthy and well-connected.One where politicians are accountable to working people,instead of Wall Street lob- Argument in Favor byists and corporate CEOs.One where all of us,no matter where we come from,can find a good job,get health care Oregon Businesses for Measure 88 when we need it,afford a home,send our kids to good schools,and have a secure retirement. The Oregon Business Association strongly urges a YES vote on this common sense driver card measure. That's why Working Families supports Measure 88,Oregon Safe Roads.Thousands of Oregonians who received drivers Predictability and stability are key for any business to licenses before law changes in 2007 are unable to renew succeed,yet many members of our workforce are being their licenses,and there are many Oregonians who are not denied the ability to legally drive a vehicle.These Oregonians eligible for a traditional driver's license,including seniors work hard and pay their taxes.For Oregon businesses to be who were born without,or have lost,their birth certificate, successful,they need to be assured that their employees can veterans with a military ID,and undocumented workers. drive safely and legally to and from work. These Oregonians will benefit from a limited purpose driver card,allowing them to safely and legally get to work,church Voting YES will allow the state to issue driver cards to any and school. Oregon resident who: The health of our economy depends on the thousands of Passes the State's written driver knowledge test. Oregon working families that are kept from driving their kids Passes the State's behind-the-wheel driver test. to school or getting to work legally.Withholding driving privi- Provides proof of residence in Oregon for more than one year. leges has not made our roads safer,on the contrary,unin- sured and unlicensed drivers have increased while Oregon A driver card will help our workers follow the law and taxpayers pay to enforce a law that is costly and unnecessary. improve safety for drivers,bicyclists,and pedestrians by Working Families supports driver cards for working reducing the number of uninsured and untested drivers on Oregonians who pass the State's written and behind-the- wheel the road. driver test,as well as follow current Oregon law Join Oregon's Employers in Voting YES on Measure 88-a regarding proof of insurance.Support Measure 88,Oregon Driver Card for all qualified Oregonians Safe Roads. (This information furnished by Cherry A Harris, Treasurer, (This information furnished by Ryan Deckert, Y Y Oregon Business Association.) Oregon Working Families Party.) Argument in Favor rgument in Favor Oregon Landscape Contractors Association: A person's privilege to drive on public roads should be Yes on 88 contingent only upon their ability to use those roads safely and without excessive risk to others-for example,by dem- The Oregon Landscape Contractors Association(OLCA) onstrating driving competency through a test and by having endorses a YES on Measure 88 because we believe: insurance and a safe driving history. 1. All Oregonians need a safe,legal way to get to work, The motivation to deny driving privileges to illegal immi- church and school. 2 grants is to make it more difficult for them to live here.It's an 2. All Oregonians deserve safe roads,with tested and incentive for them to leave. insured drivers. 3. Oregon's economy depends on workers'ability to safely If we accept the principle of denying driving privileges to and legally drive to their jobs. certain lawbreakers,how far could we take it?We could make Measure 88 will create a limited and conditional Driver Card. life less comfortable for all manner of scoundrels!We should This will ensure that all Oregon drivers on the road are tested surely start with convicted felons.Petty thieves,too-they and insured.The Driver Card only shows proof of driving can find somewhere else to live!We could also go after dead- competency,and cannot be used for any privileges or access beat dads who are behind on their child support payments. requiring proof of citizenship. We don't want those kinds of people living in Oregon,right?If they can't drive here,they'll leave! OLCA's mission is to promote the growth and well-being of But that is obviously illegitimate.The purpose of government the landscape industry.Measure 88 is a smart,common- is to protect individual rights-not to make everyday life as sense policy that will help many sectors of Oregon's economy difficult as possible for people that"society"doesn't like! grow as needed,while keeping our roads safer for everyone. Driving privileges should not be encumbered by unrelated Please join us to vote Yes on Measure 88. goals like the enforcement of immigration laws. Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. Certainly,there are flaws in this bill.The key problem is that (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for it creates an obviously different type of identification than a Safe Roads.) regular driver license,creating the risk that people using a driver card may be subject to additional suspicion,harass- Argument in Favor ment,or other hardship based on the reasonable assumption that they are violating immigration laws.Importantly,the Labor Groups Agree:Yes on Measure 88 state's database of driver card holders would be valuable data for federal immigration law enforcement,who might seize it. Measure 88 as a common sense policy that benefits Oregon workers around the state. It would have been much better to have a single form of driver identification for everyone. There are thousands of Oregonians who,for an array of reasons,are ineligible for a traditional driver license. 56 Measures I Measure 88 Arguments Measure 88 would create a conditional driver card for Oregon duration Driver Card for qualified applicants living and residents to provide an alternative path for licensure and working in Oregon. insurance. Get the Facts:What does this measure really do? We urge you to vote YES on Measure 88 so that all eligible Oregonians can safely and legally drive to work. A driver card will help Oregon residents follow the law and improve safety for drivers,bicyclists,and pedestrians by This is about equal opportunity for all Oregonians.We should reducing the number of uninsured and untested drivers on not deny any working Oregonian the access they need to the road. support themselves and their families. Seniors,refugees,and immigrant families and workers are Measure 88 is Good for Oregon and among the thousands of Oregonians who need this option to Good for Oregon Workers! get to work,church and school. AFSCME Council 75 To get a driver card,Oregon residents have to pass a written Oregon AFL-CIO test,a behind-the-wheel driver test and provide proof of resi- SEIU Local 49 dence,identity and date of birth. SEIU Local 503 Get the Facts:What does this measure NOT do? Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. The Driver Card may not be used as identification for air (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for travel,to enter a federal building,to register to vote,or to Safe Roads.) obtain any government benefit requiring proof of citizenship or lawful presence in United States Argument in Favor Vote YES on 88 Oregon Small Businesses Support Measure 88 All Oregonians should be able to safely and legally get to work,church,and school.Vote YES to allow all Oregonians For years,small businesses have been urging action on corn- to get where they need to go and to keep our roads and prehensive immigration reform to strengthen our workforce communities safe by reducing the number of unlicensed and and economy.But while Congress has failed to act again and uninsured drivers. again,Oregon now has an opportunity to do things our way, in our state. League of Women Voters of Oregon Measure 88 is a common-sense,Oregon response to a crisis Visit voteyeson88.com for more information that Congress won't fix. (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for Providing a safe and legal way for all Oregonians to drive is Safe Roads.) good for Oregon's economy and all Oregonians. Argument in Favor • Measure 88 means safer roads.By making sure all drivers on the road have passed driving tests and hold A Message from Congressman Earl Blumenauer insurance,we can reduce accidents and hit-and-runs. Vote Yes on Measure 88 • Measure 88 means a stronger economy.With a Driver Card option to get all Oregonians to work and the Dear Fellow Oregonian: grocery store,we can improve and expand our economy. A Driver Card option increases our workforce,puts more The refusal of House GOP leadership to reform our hopeless customers in our stores,and results in more income and broken immigration system means millions of hardworking property taxpayers. immigrants are trapped in limbo.They may not be docu- • Measure 88 means a stronger workforce.Many business mented but many of their family members are US citizens and sectors,including farming and agriculture,suffer greatly we depend on their many contributions to our economy. by current laws that deny some Oregonians a safe and legal option to drive to work.These industries require a Let's not add to the political paralysis surrounding the reform growing workforce that is not being met. of our immigration laws. When small businesses thrive,all of Oregon thrives.Measure 88 It's simple.If you drive a car in Oregon,you should prove that is good for workers,businesses,and our state's economy. you can drive and have insurance. Please join us to vote Yes on Measure 88. That's wh y I'm voting g yes on Measure 88! Main Street Alliance of Oregon We are far better off testing,certifying and knowing who is Tu Casa Real Estate driving on our roads. Jim Gilbert,Northwoods Nursery/One Green World This common sense step of issuing a driving card to qualified Intratel Interpreting&Translation drivers will make us all safer. Latino Business Alliance Oregon farms,vineyards,nurseries and other small busi- Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. nesses depend on these workers,many of whom have not just jobs,but families in Oregon who are legal citizens. (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for Safe Roads.) Let's not hold them and our farmers,ranchers,and wine- maker's hostage. Argument in Favor Take action to protect Oregon small businesses,particularly League of Women Voters Encourage a YES on Measure 88 in rural communities while we work for national solutions that will actually improve the economy and reduce the deficit. A Driver Card for Safe Roads Let's stop the merry-go-round and finger pointing by bringing Measure 88 is a common sense approach to keep our corn- people out of the shadows. munities safe,by creating a limited purpose and limited enerai Election Voters'Pamphlet 57 Measure 88 will take a small significant step. Yes on 88:Fewer Uninsured Drivers in Oregon Sincerely, All Oregonians pay the costs of uninsured motorists.Passing Measure 88 removes a substantial barrier that prohibits many Earl Blumenauer Oregon drivers from getting the insurance they want and Congressman,Oregon's 3rd Congressional District need.When more Oregonians have access to auto insurance, (This information furnished by Earl Blumenauer, all Oregonians benefit. Congressman.) Yes on 88:For Oregon Working Families Argument in Favor Working Oregonians need the ability to drive legally.In partic- ular,those living in rural areas away from public transporta- Oregon Public Health Professionals tion have no way to get to work,take care of family members Voting Yes for Driver Cards or perform other basic responsibilities.Measure 88 gives Being able to drive safely and legally drivers more responsibility by requiring a driver test and by g y g y is a public health issue allowing them to obtain insurance before operating a vehicle. of concern to all of us.Assuring that people have the means to access health care,work,schools,and community services It is time to remove barriers to auto insurance and safe, is an issue of equity in our state. knowledgeable driving privileges for all Oregonians.It is As health workers and guardians of the public health,we are time to vote YES on Measure 88. aware of the needs of the families and communities we serve. Oregon Farm Bureau Federation As health care practitioners,every day,our exam rooms are (This information furnished by Barry Bushue,Oregon Farm visited by Oregonians needing medical assistance,and we Bureau Federation.) are there to help them. Unfortunately,we can't treat those who can't get to us. Argument in Favor We know there are many Oregonians,including children, Local Leaders Urge You to Vote YES on Measure 88 who are afraid or unable to visit us for the check-ups,and receive the care they need to stay healthy and contribute to Measure 88 is needed because partisan gridlock back in our society. Washington,D.C.has repeatedly failed to address our broken immigration system.Just a few weeks ago,Congress Those of us in public health work to build strong,healthy and announced it has no intention of even trying to fix our immi- safe communities.No person should be denied the opportu- gration mess this year. nity to drive in a legal and safe manner.When that opportu- nity is not there,it makes our neighborhoods and roads less Oregon Can't Wait safe for everyone. Instead of waiting for politicians in Congress to act,we have By voting"Yes"for driver cards,we give Oregonians a safe the chance to implement a common-sense fix that will make and legal way to: our roads and communities safer. • Get to their medical appointments; Undocumented Oregonians are our neighbors,co-workers • Receive routine preventive care,reducing expensive and friends.They work hard and pay millions of dollars in costs further down the road; taxes—including gas taxes(used to repair roads)—that flow • Take their sick children to a health care provider or into Oregon's budget.Despite this,they are denied safe,legal emergency room; access to our roads.It's only fair that we fix this problem and • Travel to help an ailing or elderly parent. ensure a safe,legal way for thousands of Oregonians to con- • Maintain family stability through being able to get to tinue contributing to our economy and communities. work and transport children safely. Driver Card with Limits Please join us in keeping our communities safe and healthy Law enforcement worked closely with Oregon's lawmakers to by voting"Yes"on Measure 88. draft Measure 88.It will ensure Oregon drivers will all operate Oregon Public Health Association under the same rules.Law enforcement professionals helped write the law to increase the safety of our roads,while Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. avoiding confusion over other privileges associated with a (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for full-fledged driver license,like boarding a plane,registering Safe Roads.) to vote or obtaining government benefits. Vote YES on Measure 88 Argument in Favor Jules Bailey,Multnomah County Commissioner Family Farmers are Voting YES on Measure 88 Kitty Piercy,Mayor of Eugene Yes on 88:Maintains State Responsibility Deborah Kafoury,Multnomah County Chair Measure 88 is about one thing:Giving all Oregonians the Sally Russell,Bend City Councilor chance to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to drive Amanda Fritz,Portland City Commissioner safely.Driver testing and rules of the road are state obliga- Steve Milligan,Monmouth City Councilor tions,and Measure 88 improves Oregon's ability to fulfill these responsibilities.Measure 88 does not affect federal Steve Novick,Portland City Commissioner policies,nor create any new,non-driving privileges. Linda Modrell,Benton County Commission Chair Yes on 88:For Safer Roads Denny Doyle,Mayor of Beaverton Every Oregon driver should have the knowledge and skills Nick Fish,Portland City Commissioner to drive safely.Measure 88 ensures this by requiring that all Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. motorists be tested and approved before driving. (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES Safe Roads.) 58 Measures I Measure 88 Argument Argument in Favor Umpqua Valley Winegrowers Association Seniors Support YES on Measure 88, Willamette Valley Wineries Association a Driver Card for Safer Roads Measure 88 benefits Oregon Seniors by providing alternative (This information furnished by William Sweat, paths for a safe and legal Driver Card Oregon Winegrowers Association.) We believe that everyone should have the opportunity to get Argument in Favor safely and legally to church,work,and school.Measure 88 Law Enforcement Support for Measure 88 will provide an alternative,limited Driver Card for Oregonians who need to drive but lack certain paperwork. "From the perspective of the Portland Police Bureau,this law Those Oregonians include seniors who were born at home will enhance the safety and well-being of all Oregon drivers." without a birth certificate or whose birth certificates have -Portland Police Chief Mike Reece been lost over the course of their lives.Measure 88 will open Willamette Week,October 18,2013 a pathway for these seniors to apply for and receive a Driver Card in Oregon. "Oregon needs SB 833[Measure 88]because every driver must know the rules of the road and pass a driving test.The law It means fewer unlicensed and uninsured drivers on the road, will reduce accidents,make our roads safer and help protect which is good for everyone. everyone using our roads from preventable injury.Since each licensed driver is required to get auto insurance,the law will Let's provide safe,legal options for all Oregon drivers. protect everyone using our roads from financial loss. Measure 88 is Good for Oregon Seniors Currently,we don't have these protections.Too many drivers Please Join are unlicensed,untested and uninsured.Passing this measure Oregon State Council for Retired Citizens will make all these requirements the law of the land." and vote YES on Measure 88. -Hillsboro Chief of Police Ron Louie(retired) Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. The News Register,November 15,2013 (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for "We see it as a public safety issue...Our preference,and my Safe Roads.) right as a citizen,is to be able to count on having competent drivers on the road.We are not going to reform immigration Argument in Favor by increasing the number of drivers who are not competent, who have not proven their ability to drive and their knowledge Oregon winegrowers are voting YES on Measure 88 of the rules of the road.We depend on that as Oregonians and Oregon wines are a point of pride across the state,and our call upon you to support the bill for the sake of public safety." 545 wineries and 900 vineyards are known for producing -John Haroldson,Benton County District Attorney some of the best wines in the world.Our vineyards and Public Hearing on SB 833,April 11,2013 wineries are popular tourist destinations for locals and visi- Oregon Senate Committee on Business and Transportation tors alike.Behind every bottle of Oregon wine is a dedicated, Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. highly-skilled and hard-working group of employees number- ing over 13,000 who contribute to our economy and help (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for ensure that our$2.7 billion industry continues to thrive. Safe Roads.) However,some of our employees are ineligible to renew or obtain a traditional driver's license,severely limiting their Argument in Favor ability to get to and from work on the hundreds of Oregon Yes on 88:Good for Oregon's Economy, family farms producing wine grapes. Good for Oregon Jobs When our employees can't drive safely and legally,Oregon's Getting Oregonians to and from work is essential to keeping wine grape farmers and winemakers are placed at a serious our economy growing.Unfortunately,there are thousands competitive disadvantage.Unlike other grape growing of working Oregonians who,for one reason or another,are regions,most Oregon vineyards do not easily lend them- ineligible for a traditional driver license. selves to mechanization and our farmers rely on skilled,hand labor.In fact,each grapevine in Oregon is touched by a vine- Measure 88 would create a conditional and limited duration yard worker six times in a growing season.This is delicate, driver card for Oregon residents,allowing them to purchase labor-intensive work,but part of what makes Oregon wines insurance to legally and safely drive on our roads. unique. As local employers and employees,we strongly urge a YES Additionally,these employees are our friends and neighbors. vote on Measure 88 so that all eligible Oregonians can safely They work hard,enrich our communities and pay their taxes. and legally get to and from work. Driver cards are a common-sense fix that will make our roads and communities safer by requiring driver testing and proof These workers are a big part of Oregon's economic backbone, of insurance and will allow our employees to get to and from and without them we cannot continue to grow and expand work legally. Oregon's economy. Please join Oregon winegrowers in Voting YES on Measure 88 "As labor commissioner,it's my job to ensure that Oregon businesses have access to a strong workforce.That includes Oregon Winegrowers Association ensuring that key sectors—such as our nurseries,wineries, and other agricultural businesses—have workers who can Central Oregon Wine and Grapegrowers Association safely and legally drive to their jobs.Oregon's economy Rogue Valley Winegrowers Association and competitiveness are directly linked to the availability of a workforce capable of producing the goods that we all South Willamette Wineries Association depend on." Brad Avakian,Commissioner Southern Oregon Winery Association Bureau of Labor and Industries �rciat 2014 Genera %lion Voters`;Pamp let ,1 Oregon Employers,Employees,and Leaders Encourage Argument in Favor Oregonians to Join Us in Voting YES on Measure 88 Oregon State Newspapers Agree:Yes on Driver Card Oregon Association of Nurseries Oregon AFL-CIO "Possibly--we can hope--Congress will manage some kind of overall immigration resolution,recognizing the people who are Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association here and the reality that they're not leaving.But Oregon is right Oregon Dairy Farmers Association not to wait--or to count on it--and do what is in the state's power to try to bring some order to the immigrants'situation." Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. -Oregonian,May 2,2013 (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for Safe Roads.) "The short-term driver license would require the DMV's usual driving tests.That is important,because driving practices in Argument in Favor the U.S.are far different from those in some other cultures. An undocumented-immigrant driver who becomes informed Oregon Nurses are Voting Yes for Driver Cards on Oregon traffic regulations is a safer driver. Every day,our exam rooms are visited by Oregonians In addition,there are a good many Oregonians who qualify as needing medical assistance,and we are there to help them. citizens or other legal resident but have been unable to obtain Unfortunately,we can't treat those who can't get to us. driver licenses since the Real ID Act took effect.They have lost their papers,they have been unable to get a birth certifi- We know there are many Oregonians,including children, cate or,because they were born in a different era,no official who are afraid or unable to visit us for the check-ups,and to records of their birth exist. receive the care they need to stay healthy and contribute to SB 833[which is now Measure 88]is good for Oregon.It our society. doesn't affect immigration status.It addresses safer driving." We simply cannot have parents hesitating to take their sick -Statesman Journal,April 15,2013 children to a health care provider or hospital because they are afraid of driving illegally. "The primary purpose of a driver's license is to keep the By voting"Yes"for driver cards,we give Oregonians a safe state's roads safe for all Oregonians,not to serve as an and legal way to: immigration document or to deceive authorities.It's not in the interest of Oregonians to have unlicensed and uninsured • Get to their health care appointments; drivers on the roads,and it's not in the interest of Oregon • Receive routine preventive care,reducing expensive businesses to have employees who can't drive legally." costs further down the road; • Take their sick children to a health care provider or -Register Guard,April 4,2013 emergency room; Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. • Travel to help an ailing or elderly parent. Please join us in keeping our communities safe and healthy (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for 1 p 9 y Safe Roads.) by voting "Yes"on Measure 88. Oregon Nurses Association Argument in Favor Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. Measure 88 is a Law Enforcement Priority for Oregon (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for It Will Reduce Crime and Make Our Communities Safer Safe Roads.) 1.Make our Roads Safer Requiring all drivers on the road to pass a driver's test and Argument in Favor get auto insurance will reduce accidents,make our roads The Oregon Catholic Conference Recommends a Vote of safer,and protect everyone using our roads from preventable YES on 88 injury and financial losses.Right now we don't have that protection and too many drivers are unlicensed,untested, Oregon voters are asked to show their support for a bill that and uninsured.Measure 88 makes all these requirements the already passed the State Legislature with broad bi-partisan law of the land. support.The law will create a limited purpose and limited 2.Reduce Crime duration driver card for qualified residents.Applicants must Making sure everyone on our roads has valid identification will provide proof of identity,proof of residence in Oregon for enable police to identify drivers involved in accidents or violat- more than one year,and pass a written and behind-the-wheel ing traffic laws,encourage people to come forward to help solve driver test. crime and reduce hit and run accidents.That's why this policy is The Oregon Driver Card is especially important for immigrant supported by members of the law enforcement community. families among us who are our modern day neighbors.The 3.Driver Card is Limited Oregon Driver Card will allow mothers and fathers to drive The new driver card will only be a permit to legally drive and their children safely and legally to school,to doctor's appoint- get auto insurance,which will increase the safety of Oregon ments,to family activities and community events without fear roads for everyone on the road.The driver card will not give of separation.This law will not solve the complex problems card holders additional rights or privileges associated with of immigration,but it is a step in the right direction and a having a regular driver license,like the ability to buy guns or gesture of good will toward those who are most in need. get a concealed carry permit in the state of Oregon,board a The Oregon Driver Card is good for our neighbors,good for plane,vote or get any government benefits for which they are families,and good for Oregon.Let's keep our roads and our not otherwise eligible. residents safe.Be a good neighbor.VOTE YES on 88-the Please Vote YES on Measure 88 Oregon Driver Card. Former Oregon Attorney General Hardy Myers (This information furnished by Todd Cooper,Representative, Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. Oregon Catholic Conference.) (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for Safe Roads.) 60 Measures I Measure;;88 Arguments in Favor Allow all eligible Oregonians to safely and legally drive to work.Support this common sense solution to make our roads Oregon's Faith Leaders Urge a YES Vote on Measure 88. safer.Vote YES on Measure 88. Undocumented Oregonians are a part of our communi- (This information furnished by Joe E Baessler.) ties and they are a part of our congregations.We go to the grocery store with them,to school with them,to work with Argument in Favor them and to church with them. Oregon's Agricultural Employers are Simply,undocumented Oregonians are not"they,"but"us." Voting Yes on Measure 88 They are our neighbors and our friends. Oregon is an agricultural state,and we're proud that over 98% Preventing our neighbors and our friends from the ability of Oregon farms,nurseries,and ranches are family owned to legally drive undermines their basic human dignity and it and operated.With over$5 billion of value,Oregon agricul- keeps families apart. ture is one of the state's top economic drivers,creating jobs in every corner of the state. Measure 88 is a compassionate,fair and just approach that will keep our roads safe and give all Oregonians the opportu- But when our employees can't drive safely and legally to and nity to safely get to church,work and school. from work,it hurts our ability to do business here.These The undersigned strongly urge a YES Vote on Measure 88: Oregonians work hard and pay their taxes.Yet,they are denied safe,legal access to our roads,limiting their ability to David Leslie,Executive Director Ecumenical get to and from work. Ministries of Oregon We've waited and waited for congress to take action,but St.Andrew Catholic Church Washington,D.C.has repeatedly failed to address our broken Ainsworth United Church of Christ Portland,OR Rev.Dr.Sally L.Godard immigration system. Pastor Janine Delaunay,Aloha United Methodist Church So it's up to us: Pastor Cole Brown,Emmaus Church Zion United Church of Christ,Gresham Driver cards are a common-sense fix that will make our roads Rev.W.J.Mark Knutson Ill,Augustana Lutheran Church and communities safer,and allow our hard-working employees St.Charles Borromeo Catholic Church to get to and from work. Ron Werner,Jr.,Director of Youth Ministries,Nativity Lutheran Church,Bend,OR It's only fair that we fix this problem,and ensure a safe,legal Peace and Justice Team,First Presbyterian Church,Bend,OR way for ALL our workers to continue contributing to our Oregon Center for Christian Voices economy,to our communities,and to our family farms. St.Matthew's Episcopal Church,Portland Join Us in Voting YES on Measure 88 Reverend Joseph Santos-Lyons Fr.David E.Schiferl,Pastor Oregon Association of Nurseries Rev.Dr.David L.Wheeler Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers Rev. Dr.Walter John Boris,Conference Minister,Central Pacific Conference,United Church of Christ Oregon Dairy Farmers Association UUSC First Unitarian Church Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. Rabbi Debra Kolodny Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for Safe Roads.) (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for Safe Roads.) Argument in Favor Argument in Favor We're Voting YES on Measure 88 Our broad coalition of businesses,faith leaders,healthcare Oregon AFSCME supports Measure 88 and the ability for all workers,educators,community organizations and advocates Oregonians to be safe when they are driving on the road. urge you to vote YES on Measure 88. There are thousands of Oregonians who,for an array of We can make our roads and communities safer reasons,are ineligible for a traditional driver's license. by authorizing Oregon DMV to issue limited purpose Measure 88 would create a conditional driver's card for driver cards to all qualified Oregon residents,reducing the Oregon residents to provide an alternative path for licensure number of unlicensed and uninsured drivers on the road. and insurance.It's very important to note these cards can't Sincerely, be used as federal ID or to register to vote.They exist simply to make driving safer for all and to make sure that those on Oregon Association of Nurseries the road are trained and have access to insurance. American Civil Liberties Union of Oregon Coalition for a Livable Future Right now there are drivers on the road without proper train- Multnomah County Democratic Party ing or insurance.We need to create a system that allows Oregon AFL-CIO people who are going to drive,no matter what,the ability to Oregon NOW(National Organization for Women) do so safely.We should not deny any working Oregonian the Oregon Latino Health Coalition(OLHC) access they need to support themselves and their families. AFSCME Council 75 This is a common sense approach to keeping the roads safer. Columbia Gorge Fruit Growers These people will still need to prove residency and pass both American Federation of Teachers-Oregon(AFT-Oregon) written and behind-the-wheel tests in order to get their cards Oregon Education Association —which will,in turn,make the roads safer for all drivers, Oregon School Employees Association,AFT Local 6732 pedestrians and bicyclists. Ainsworth United Church of Christ,Portland,OR Peace and Justice Team,First Presbyterian Church,Bend,OR This measure was the product of a bi-partisan effort to deal St.Andrew Catholic Church with a real problem that was not being addressed anywhere St.Charles Borromeo Catholic Church else.This is about equal opportunity for all Oregonians,and Zion United Church of Christ,Gresham we should support this effort. Basic Rights Oregon Official -eneral fectfee Vetere'Pamphlet 61 Causa Oregon R.Stuart and Co.Winery Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon(APANO) The Eyrie Vineyards Urban League of Portland Westrey Wine Co. Center for Intercultural Organizing Z'IVO Wines Adelante Mujeres Metropolitan Alliance for Common Good Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. Educate Ya,Inc. Unidos Bridging Community (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for Opal Environmental Justice Oregon Safe Roads.) The Salem/Keizer Coalition for Equality Partnership for Safety and Justice Argument in Favor Interfaith Movement for Immigrant Justice City Club of Portland Recommends a Yes Vote Oregon State Council for Retired Citizens Main Street Alliance of Oregon Improve Road Safety in Oregon Latino Business Alliance Oregon Landscape Contractors Association What does this measure do? Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association Ballot Measure 88 would uphold state law and allow the SEIU Local 49 Department of Motor Vehicles to issue a"driver card"to SEIU Local 503 Oregonians who cannot prove legal presence in the United Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste(PCUN) States.A person must meet all other requirements for a Oregon Public Health Association Driver License. Immigrant Family Advocates(IFA),Bend,Oregon CAPACES Leadership Institute Why was it proposed? Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. While the state does not enforce federal immigration law,it (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for is responsible for determining who may drive in the state in Safe Roads.) order to promote public safety.Driving privileges should be based on the ability to drive safely,know the rules of the road Ar ument in Favor and obtain auto insurance-and not immigration status. g Oregon Winegrowers are Voting YES on Measure 88 Driver Cards would help law enforcement officials identify drivers but could not be used for federal identification pur- Measure 88 is a common-sense solution to make our roads and poses,such as receiving benefits. communities safer,while ensuring that all Ore go nians have a � safe and legal option to drive to work,church,and school. Why vote yes. As winegrowers,we can attest to our state's unique needs Improve road safety by allowing undocumented residents to across the agriculture community and the impact Measure driving demonstrate and knowledge le competency tests behind the wheel by passing driving and knowledge tests.Not offering a driver card 88 has on our ability to continue contributing to Oregon's guarantees some Oregon residents would be unlicensed economy while producing our special Oregon products. and,consequently,unable to procure auto insurance. U.S.Congress has failed to act on immigration reform,which Driver cards would not attract undocumented residents means it's up to Oregon to identify temporary solutions that because our surrounding states(with the exception of work for us.Oregon's agriculture workforce is skilled,and we Idaho)already offer driving privileges to undocumented value their contribution to our businesses and to the Oregon residents.The availability of jobs seems to be the primary economy.But unless we pass Measure 88,many of our magnet for in-migration to any location. employees will lack a safe,legal option to drive where they need to be.If they can't drive to work,we struggle to make Undocumented residents are a significant part of our corn- our products. munities and our economy.Giving them the opportunity to drive legally to work,shop,go to school,attend religious These Oregonians are more than just our employees.They services,and access health care will strengthen Oregon are our neighbors,friends,and community members.They communities and uphold City Club of Portland's core value pay taxes and they work hard,and we believe there must be a of inclusion-which includes welcoming all voices of our path for all Oregonians to be tested,licensed,and insured so community. we can all safely drive our roads. City Club Members Vote: Please join us in voting YES on 88.Allow our hard-working Yes 95% employees to get to and from work and ensure our economy grows. No 5% A to Z Wineworks Who is City Club of Portland? David Adelsheim,Adelsheim Vineyard Bethel Heights Vineyard We bring together civic-minded people to make Portland and Bjornson Vineyard Oregon better places to live,work and play for everyone. Bjorn Farm,LLC Read our complete recommendation and become a City Club BlackCap of Oregon member at: Brick House Vineyards www.adxcityclub.orq Ellen Brittan,co-owner of Brittan Vineyards Robert Brittan,co-owner of Brittan Vineyards (This information furnished by Karen Kervin,President, Chehalem Inc. City Club of Portland.) Crawford Beck Vineyard,LLC. Cristom Vineyards Argument in Favor Elk Cove Vineyards Finnigan Hill Vineyard Organizations Working for Fairness, J.K.Carriere LLC Freedom,and Human Dignity Loosen Christopher Wines Call for a YES Vote on Measure 88 Oracle Vineyard Alex Sokol Blosser,Sokol Blosser Winery 62 Measures eastirie rgum is The limited driver card that Measure 88 creates for qualified (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for Oregon residents will make our communities safer for all of us. Safe Roads.) Right now,too many Oregonians are unable to safely and Argument in Favor legally drive to work,church and school because they can't produce the documents they need to get a driver's license. Northwest Health Foundation Supports a That includes Oregonians who are undocumented—many YES Vote for Oregon Driver Cards of whom are neighbors,co-workers,and friends.They work In order to have healthy people,healthy communities and hard and pay millions in taxes to support critical services like a healthy economy,everyone needs a safe way to travel. healthcare,education and public safety,yet they are denied Measure 88 is a common sense approach that provides a safe,legal access to our roads. legal way for all our residents to drive. It's time to fix this problem,and ensure a safe,legal way Oregon Driver Cards will help: for undocumented workers to continue contributing to our economy and communities. • Mothers and fathers commute to their workplaces. Please join us in voting YES on Measure 88 so all Oregonians • Kids get to school on time. can travel our roads more safely. • Adults and children receive the medical care they need. • Our entire community travel without worry. Signed, Basic Rights Oregon A YES vote on Measure 88 is a YES vote for the health of our Cause Oregon families,communities and future. American Civil Liberties Union of Oregon Please join us in giving everyone a chance to transport Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon(APANO) themselves safely and legally. Oregon Latino Health Coalition(OLHC) Urban League of Portland Vote YES on Measure 88. Center for Intercultural Organizing Northwest Health Foundation Adelante Mujeres Metropolitan Alliance for Common Good (This information furnished by caroline f fitchett, Educate Ya,Inc. Yes for Safe Roads.) Unidos Bridging Community Opal Environmental Justice Oregon Argument in Favor The Salem/Keizer Coalition for Equality Partnership for Safety and Justice Teachers&School Employees Support Interfaith Movement for Immigrant Justice YES on Measure 88 Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste(PCUN) If you want to know what your community will look like in the Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. future,there's only one place you need to look:our schools. (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES for How we educate our students and prepare them for the future Safe Roads.) has a direct impact on Oregon's future.As do any limits or barriers to these students'access to education. Argument in Favor Right now,our classrooms are full of students who would be Oregon Governors Strongly Support Measure 88 impacted positively by a YES vote on Measure 88. Oregon Must Step Up Because • These include the DREAMers,who are waiting for federal Congress Has Failed to Act policy to catch up with the times. Congress has failed to act on immigration reform,creating • They are the students who were born here in Oregon,but uncertainty for Oregon employers,families and communities. • w mothers and fathers were not. Annd d sh they include the youth of today day who don't under- States are stepping up to make needed changes because the stand why driving privileges should be at stake for federal government is more concerned about politics than anyone. solutions. A YES on Measure 88 provides an opportunity for these stu- Measure 88 is a common sense response to keep Oregon dents and their parents to drive to and from school without communities safe.Its premise is to reduce the number of breaking the law.A YES on Measure 88 means more access uninsured and unlicensed drivers on the road. But Measure to school and learning. 88 was motivated by a much larger belief—that every person We are teachers and school employees— in this state,regardless of the color of their skin,regardless of and we support Measure 88 for education access. their home language,regardless of their gender,has an equal American Federation of Teachers-Oregon(AFT-Oregon) chance at the American Dream. A driver card will ensure that thousands of Oregon families, Oregon Education Association senior citizens and community members can safely get to Oregon School Employees Association,AFT Local 6732 work,church and school.And Measure 88 will improve the Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. safety of the roads for all of us,because it requires everyone to pass a written and behind-the-wheel test and get auto (This information furnished by Caroline Fitchett, YES insurance. Safe Roads.) Measure 88 is an economic opportunity issue. It is an equity issue,and it is a human rights issue. We Urge You to Vote YES on Measure 88. Governor John Kitzhaber Governor Ted Kulongoski Governor Barbara Roberts Visit voteyeson88.com for more information. Tidal 2014 Getterei Election voters'Pamphlet 63 Argument in Opposition will likely increase criminal behavior.If this law passes, citizens will be less safe. It's true this is a nation founded by immigrants.My father • For a full list of law enforcement and other endorse- was among those who immigrated here in pursuit of the ments visit www.ProtectOregonDL.orq American Dream. It's also true the federal government's broken immigration This law,sneaked through the Legislature in direct opposition policies continue to create problems that are left to the states to the wishes of the people,is a bad idea on every front.It to solve. benefits only special interest groups and certain businesses But neither of those is reason enough to allow people who at the expense of the safety and financial well-being of the are in this country illegally to obtain driving privileges. entire state. Oregon is not the first state to pass legislation enabling undocumented persons to apply for and receive driver's (This information furnished by Cynthia J Kendoll,President- cards.New Mexico and Tennessee have done so in the past. Oregonians for Immigration Reform.) Officials in New Mexico found that such a policy failed to reduce the number of uninsured drivers in the state.Other Argument in Opposition issues involving fraud,human trafficking,organized crime VOTE NO ON 88 and national security have prompted the governor there to seek repeal of that law.Tennessee has rescinded its law over DRIVER CARDS WOULD ATTRACT ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS similar concerns. TO OREGON Last summer,we witnessed the problems that arose when the nation's southern border was besieged by a flood of Policies enacted by America's governments can attract illegal people hoping to emigrate from Central America.Providing immigrants to our nation.President Obama's"DREAM" driving privileges to illegal immigrants will only exacerbate amnesty,for example,helped spark the recent surge of tens that situation. of thousands of Central American minors to our southern American citizens have to provide documentation to renew border. their driver's licenses,even if their personal information has As well,state policies can encourage illegal immigration.One been in DMV databases for decades.It should not be easier such policy is driving privileges for illegal immigrants. for a non-citizen to obtain driving privileges than it is for citizens.Longtime citizens have to provide multiple forms of How powerfully are illegal immigrants attracted to states valid identification,as well as proof of mailing address.Under that offer driving privileges?Consider what Eddie de la Cruz the law we are seeking to repeal individuals with no proof of of Hermiston's Hispanic Advisory Committee told the East legal presence only have to show proof of Oregon residency Oregonian recently:that illegal immigrants are leaving our and some form of ID—often of suspect validity. state for(in the newspaper's words)"states where they are Driving is a privilege,and so is citizenship.Multiple genera- allowed to drive to work legally."If Oregon voters approve tions of immigrants,including my father,obtained their illegal-immigrant driving privileges,they will make ours one citizenship and their driver's license through the proper of the few states that offers those privileges--and create a channels.To allow people who are here illegally to have the powerful magnet that will draw even more illegal immigrants privilege of driving is insulting to all citizens. here.VOTE NO ON 88. (This information furnished by Sal C Esquivel,Jr.) VOTE NO ON 88 Argument in Opposition DRIVER CARDS WOULD BETTER ENABLE ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS TO TAKE JOBS FROM OREGONIANS Oregonians for Immigration Reform opposes driver cards for illegal immigrants Overwhelmingly,illegal immigrants take low-skilled,lower- wage jobs in fields like food services,construction,build- Measure 88 is terrible policy.Conceived,created,and passed ing maintenance and groundskeeping.These aren't"jobs under a disgraceful veil of secrecy and trickery,the bill Americans won't do,"but are jobs Americans need. works against the best interests of all Oregonians.Protect Oregon Driver Licenses(PODL),a nonprofit political action For many Oregonians,these kinds of jobs provide their fami- group,organized a statewide referendum campaign to bring lies'main support;for others,crucial supplemental income. this issue out of the shadows and onto the ballot.Tens of For youths new to the job market,they provide experience thousands of Oregonians committed their signatures to our in adult responsibility.And for many of our long-term unem- campaign,united in the belief that we all deserved a chance ployed,such jobs are the likeliest to offer a foot back into the to vote on this law. working world. • Granting driver privilege cards to illegal immigrants is a Today in Oregon,according to the state Employment dangerous,expensive scheme. Department,more than 200,000 U.S.citizens and legal resi- • Lowering standards to acquire state-issued identifica- dents either are jobless or"involuntary part-time workers." tion poses criminal and national security threats that far Concurrently,the Federation for American Immigration outweigh any supposed"public safety"benefits. Reform has estimated,more than 120,000 illegal immigrants • States currently issuing such cards find that traffic safety may hold Oregon jobs--jobs that driver cards would better issues remain unchanged. New Mexico issues driver enable them to seek and retain.VOTE NO ON 88. licenses to illegal immigrants and still has one of the highest rates of uninsured driving in the nation. (This information furnished by Richard F.LaMountain,chief • Other states—including Oregon—have issued such petitioner of referendum campaign to repeal illegal-immigrant cards,but stopped due to the detrimental effects. driver cards.) Oregon stopped issuing driver licenses to illegal immi- grants in 2008,with strong bipartisan support;today, Argument in Opposition special interest groups and certain businesses attempt to sneak this bill through hoping that Oregonians won't VOTE NO ON 88 notice. • Driver privilege cards would cause a surge in illegal immi- SHERIFFS OF OREGON gration to Oregon,increasing the load on overburdened OPPOSE DRIVING PRIVILEGES public programs.Already,services to illegal immigrants costs Oregonians over one billion dollars per year. FOR ILLEGAL ALIENS • Cartel operations,human trafficking and the flow of narcotics through Oregon would be made easier and 64 Measures 1 Measure 86Argej ts; k ..`. The Sheriffs of Oregon Political Action Committee urge • Lawmakers stated in the Legislative hearings that driver Oregonians to vote"no"on special driving privilege cards cards are not to be used to register to vote;yet adminis- designed specifically for those who are here illegally. trative databases do not restrict using it. • Aiding foreign nationals to break the law,so they can live The purpose of the special driving privilege card is to help and operate easily,is against the law.It is a treasonous Federal immigration lawbreakers evade the penalties for act against your fellow Americans and it will change our crossing the border illegally.Allowing lower identification voter rolls and elections. standards for illegal residents while requiring much stricter • Our immigration process allows an orderly immigration rules for legal residents undermines the rule of law.A special process.Let's insist that it be honored.Many of our privilege driver's license will also attract a large number of finest citizens have gone through that process! out-of-state illegal aliens to our communities to apply for an Oregon card.We will become a magnet state.These cards Vote NO on Driver cards for illegal aliens! will give illegal residents greater mobility and make it easier for them to travel in the rest of the country.To avoid such a http://www.electionoregon.com "slippery slope,"Oregonians should support enforcing all Federal,state and local residency and identification laws by (This information furnished by Janice R Dysinger.) voting NO on 88. Argument in Opposition According to Les Zaitz of The Oregonian,Mexican drug cartels and the American-based gangs they associate with Michael W.Cutler,Senior Special Agent INS(retired)urges a "control nearly every ounce of heroin,methamphetamine NO vote on driver cards for illegal aliens and cocaine flowing into the region." In 2013,the Oregon Medical Examiner reported that those very drugs killed 222 of Driver's licenses,cards and similar documents,provide more our state's residents.Issuing driving privilege cards without than evidence of the authority to drive a vehicle,they serve as requiring proof of legal residence and without providing the defacto national identity document for the United States verifiable identification can only add to the current illegal and are essential to conducting most routine transactions. immigration problem.It is an incentive Oregon can't afford to They are essential to enter corporate and government build- offer. ings,open bank accounts,cash checks,make significant For those of us who enforce the law,it makes no sense to purchases and check into hotels.In providing documen- offer driving privileges to people who deliberately break the tary evidence of the bearer's identity,a driver's card law. provides its bearer with the appearance of credibility and trustworthiness. The Sheriffs of Oregon PAC For aliens engaged in terrorism or criminal activities,it can urge you to vote NO provide a cloak to conceal his true identity and movements around the country,thereby undermining public safety and on special driving privileges national security. for illegal aliens. America's borders and immigration laws are its first and last line of defense against international terrorists and transna- Vote NO on 88 tional criminals and are supposed to protect the lives and (This information furnished by Tom J Bergin, livelihoods of American and lawful immigrant workers. Sheriffs of Oregon PAC.) No sane person would board an airliner if fellow passengers were observed evading the TSA security inspection at the Argument in Opposition airport that is supposed to keep terrorists and weapons off of airplanes. Oregon has a long history of fraud associated with illegal aliens,driver licenses and voter registration. Aliens who run our borders evade the similar vital inspections process at ports of entry that is supposed to prevent alien Oregonians oppose Driver Cards because: terrorists and criminals from entering the U.S.Such aliens • Other states that have passed similar regulations are are often referred to as"undocumented,"meaning they don't reversing these decisions because of fraud and abuse. have or perhaps,don't want to show their official identity • Driver cards only require a Matricula Consular card.DOJ documents-perhaps because they are criminals or terrorists. and FBI say this is not a reliable form of documentation, In point of fact,these aliens are un-inspected. because no US authority can substantiate its authen- The"9/11 Commission Staff Report on Terrorist Travel" noted ticity.This allows fraudulent ID to exist for obtaining that the 19 terrorists who attacked the U.S on 9/11 used a multiple bank accounts and allows money laundering total of 364 aliases and name variations.They used driver's and movement within the country,without alarming a licenses and other such documents to establish these various national watch list. false identities. • This bill does not define what other documents DMV may decide to also administratively accept. False aliases shielded them from the scrutiny of law enforce- • The bill was crafted to say what it could be used for, ment and enabled them to hide in plain sight,as they went but did not restrict its use. Driver cards meet the 1-9 about their deadly preparations. document requirement,used for verifying the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for (This information furnished by Cynthia J Kendoll, employment in the United States. Authorized Agent-Protect Oregon Driver Licenses.) • A driver card holder will be able to get endorsements to run commercial vehicles within 100 miles of their Argument in Opposition employers'farm that otherwise would be federally restricted to CDL ID and licensing. Facts related to issuing a valid driver's card and to those that • Prior to 2007,Oregon contributed greatly to ID fraud. can't prove they are legally present in the U.S. Finally Gov.Kulongoski issued an executive order that required a birth certificate for ODL. For employment purposes one of the documents accepted as • Regardless of citizenship status,our law REQUIRES that proof of identity in order to complete the 1-9 is a valid driver's all applicants for licenses and social services be asked if card."Driver's licenses and ID cards account for nearly they would like to register to vote. 80 percent of the documents used as proof of identity by employees..." [i] ‘-""‘"1".24etsera�Election U©tars'F �Zlet, 55 A valid driver's card enables law enforcement personnel The changes Measure 88 makes are inconsistent with federal to verify the identity of the person whom contact is made law.They serve to further confuse law abiding citizens and with;the presumption is that this is a valid document and create perverse incentives for those who do not follow the as such is that person's true identity.Once a valid driver's law.Driver cards for illegal's will not make Oregon citizens card is presented,there is no requirement to further detain safer.They deserve to know the truth.It has no additional or to hold the person in question regarding their citizenship mechanism to ensure driver card recipients will carry insur- and subsequently they are FREE to go.What voters may not ance.Please vote no.Oregonians deserve better. realize is that there are no safeguards in place to ensure that the documents presented in order to obtain the driver's card (This information furnished by Tim Knopp,Senator.) in the first place may not be valid;For example,a criminal alien could present a fake Mexican Matricula Consular card to Oregon DMV and obtain a valid Oregon Driver's card. For the immigration border crisis this will create a"de facto" amnesty program here in Oregon.As you know,in certain parts of the country,the southern border is being overrun as many illegal immigrants have already been relocated and are requesting to be sent to Oregon.The word is getting out that Oregon is accepting illegals.[ii]Can you imagine if there are no regulations on the flood of people coming to Oregon? For citizens of Oregon,is knowing your state will become a magnet and safe haven for criminal and possible terrorist activities by people wishing to mask their identity acceptable? Additionally,schools and hospitals will become overwhelmed in a short time.[iii] You have the right to choose and that time is now!Vote NO on Ballot Measure 88! ]�htto://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employers/ drivers-license-verification 111.1 http://www.ktvb.com/story/news/politics/2014/07/24/ otter-immigration-children/13096601/ http://www.cairco.org/issue / economic-costs-immigration (This information furnished by Derek Hernandez, Western Regional Vice President,National Border Patrol Council, AFGE/AFL-CIO.) Argument in Opposition It Doesn't Fix the Problem As a state legislator,I took an oath to uphold the Constitution and our state laws.Measure 88 strengthens neither. In the Senate I opposed SB 833 because it fails to solve the real problem we have:The current immigration system administered by the federal government is broken.No matter how hard we may want to,we simply cannot fix this problem with Oregon law.What we need is security now. Around a dozen states have some form of driver card pro- grams for illegals. By further increasing the benefits provided to those who violate the law,you only encourage more illegal immigration.It's clear from the border being overrun with kids and teens that poor policy encourages poor behavior. Let's not have Oregon be a magnet for illegal immigration activity and the high costs associated with it.Illegal immigra- tion has cost taxpayers billions of dollars.It's only through securing our borders that we will begin to solve the problem. It Doesn't Make Us Safer When Oregon was faced with responding to the passage of the federal Real ID Act the Legislature in 2008 passed Senate Bill 1080.SB 1080 required proof of legal U.S.residency to receive an Oregon driver's license.It was the right policy response and it makes Oregonians safer. New Mexico has one of the highest uninsured driver rates in the country and they have been issuing licenses to illegal aliens over a decade.It's gotten so bad that New Mexico's hispanic governor has strongly advocated repealing the law. 66 Meaaur $[Measure,89 x. Proposed by initiative petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 4,2014. °P cx fSi i; , � ' 1 ,.rrT tea. r ,- 8 „:. �s It T a S� a dikx . r ,:,$ - - , Result of "Yes" Vote Summary "Yes"vote amends state constitution,prohibits state and any Under Article I,section 20,of the Oregon Constitution,laws political subdivision from denying or abridging equality of granting privileges or immunities must apply equally to all rights under the law on account of sex. persons.The Oregon Supreme Court has held that that provi- sion prohibits laws treating people differently based on sex Result of "No" Vote unless justified by specific biological differences.No current provision in constitution expressly states that prohibition. "No"vote retains current prohibition on laws granting/ Measure amends Article I by creating new section 46,which denying privileges or immunities on account of sex,unless provides that equality of rights under the law shall not be justified by specific biological differences between men/ denied or abridged bty the state or any political sun women. account of sex.Measure authorizes legislature to enforce that provision by appropriate legislation.Measure provides that ng " i riht otherwise avail- able nothito persons in section under 46 section shall dim 20 in of sh this ai Article g or any other provision of this Constitution." Estimate of Financial Impact There is no financial effect on either state or local govern- ment expenditures or revenues. otrvitti. .... .4 ecton Vo ers"P amp hle3 Text of Measure Explanatory Statement The Constitution of the State of Oregon is amended by creating Ballot Measure 89 amends the Oregon Constitution to pro- a new section 46 to be added to and made a part of Article I, hibit state and political subdivisions from denying or abridg- such section to read: ing equality of rights on account of sex. SECTION 46.(1)Equality of rights under the law shall not be There is no provision in the Oregon Constitution that denied or abridged by the State of Oregon or by any political expressly prohibits discrimination based on sex.Ballot subdivision in this state on account of sex. Measure 89 adds language as a new provision to the Oregon Constitution expressly prohibiting the denial or abridgment of (2)The Legislative Assembly shall have the power to enforce, equality of rights on account of sex. by appropriate legislation,the provisions of this section. Article I,section 20 of the Oregon Constitution currently (3)Nothing in this section shall diminish a right otherwise provides that:"No law shall be passed granting to any citizen available to persons under section 20 of this Article or any or class of citizens privileges,or immunities,which,upon the other provision of this Constitution. same terms,shall not equally belong to all citizens." The Oregon Supreme Court has interpreted Article I,section 20 to hold that laws may not treat people differently based on sex unless justified by specific biological differences between men and women. Ballot Measure 89 provides that nothing in Ballot Measure 89 shall diminish any right otherwise available to persons under the Article I,section 20 or any other provision of the Oregon Constitution. Ballot Measure 89 grants to the Legislative Assembly the power to enforce the provisions of the measure by enactment of appropriate legislation. Committee Members: Appointed by: Leanne Littrell DiLorenzo Chief Petitioners Nancy Mead Chief Petitioners Fred Neal Secretary of State Becky Straus Secretary of State Edwin Peterson Members of the Committee (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) 68 Measures[ Measure i,Argulments" Argument in Favor our rights for granted.Women in less developed countries face a gap in education attainment compared to men.I know Argument in Favor of girls pulled from school in order to support their family by OREGON'S ELECTED LEADERS ENDORSE having to work menial jobs or be married at a young age. BALLOT MEASURE 89 The plight of women in other countries who struggle to attain Oregon's leaders support measure 89-an ERA for women's equality is enough evidence to demand that our equality be constitutional equality guaranteed,not dependent upon the good graces of others. Governor John Kitzhaber I support measure 89 because women should be recognized U.S.Senator Ron Wyden in the Oregon Constitution and women should have equality U.S.Senator Jeff Merkley of rights and equal opportunities in the workplace. Congressman Earl Blumenauer Without equality written in our constitution,women are vul- nerable.There are no unintended consequences to equality. Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici This November we have a chance to give women guaranteed Congressman Peter DeFazio protection against discrimination.A vote for Measure 89 Congressman Kurt Schrader will make sure our young girls all over Oregon can honestly pursue their dreams and that young girls around the world Congresswoman Darlene Hooley have an example of what should be for all women. Dave Frohnmayer,Former Oregon Attorney General Please vote yes 89—let's do this together.Never take our Oregon Labor Commissioner Brad Avakian rights and equality for granted. The Honorable Norma Paulus Krystal Gema Oregon State Senate President Peter Courtney Financial Analyst Diane Rosenbaum,Oregon Senate Majority Leader (This information furnished by Krystal Gema,Financial Analyst.) Senator Laurie Monnes Anderson,Gresham State Senator Alan C.Bates,Medford Argument in Favor Senator Lee Beyer,District 6 Please join me in voting yes on Ballot Measure 89 State Senator Ginny Burdick ALL WOMEN DESERVE THE LASTING PROTECTION OF THE Senator Richard Devlin OREGON CONSTITUTION Senator Betsy Johnson,Scappoose As the third generation leader of Powell's Bookstore in Portland,books and Oregon are in my blood.I grew up Senator Floyd Prozanski,Dist.4 immersed in the remarkable history of our state-my father Retired State Senator Margaret Carter began his career as a commercial fisherman in the Columbia Gorge,and my grandfather,despite being a transplant from Speaker of the House Tina Kotek New York,found his roots and his way in Portland.Books Representative Val Hoyle,Oregon House Majority Leader were a true love of mine from the very beginning.I was never happier than when I was tucked into a quiet corner,sitting on Representative Brent Barton,Clackamas County the store's concrete floor,reading. Rep.Peter Buckley(D-Ashland) Although Powell's was founded by my father and grandfather, State Representative Brian Clem,HD-21 I was fortunate to grow up surrounded by powerful women State Representative Lew Frederick leaders of every stripe.The course of my career has been shaped by the incredible businesswomen I have worked Representative David Gomberg with and been mentored by.I am aware,however,that my State Representative Mitch Greenlick experience is rare,evert in 2014.As soon as I step out of my day-to-day experience,I encounter a different reality where Representative Caddy McKeown,Coos Bay the rights of women are challenged continuously. State Representative Tobias Read,Beaverton I am particularly concerned about women's leadership (to see full list of updated endorsements visit in Oregon.The path to leadership is a path still denied to www.VoteERA.orq) many because of an inequality in pay and an inequality in opportunity. (This information furnished by Leanne Littrell DiLorenzo, VoteERA.org on behalf of Women's Constitutional Equality PAC.) I see women forced to fight battles that waste their time and energy,and deny our communities of their gifts. Argument in Favor We need those gifts in order to thrive as a society;without them,we all suffer. Please support the Equal Rights Amendment and vote YES Every day,women are accomplishing great things,and I on Measure 89 believe we all have reason to feel optimistic about the future. My family and I came to the United States from the When I cast my yes vote on measure 89,I'll be doing so for Democratic Republic of Congo.As a child growing up in the many women who have led us to this better place,and for Africa,I was painfully aware of the need to recognize women's the women of the next generation who will make our world importance in society and their human and political rights. better still. Today,I am a 30 year-old financial professional managing credit Emily Powell risk of commodity trading portfolios for a wonderful employer Owner and President,Powell's Bookstore that values and profits from diversity in its workforce. (This information furnished by Emily Powell,Owner and Women have great opportunities today and many rights in our President,Powell's Bookstore.) state.But I can tell you first hand that we should never take (Adel 2014 Geneva€i'eet on Voters'Pamphlet 69 Argument in Favor be hurdles for young women today,such as pay inequity, VOTE YES on 89 discrimination and harassment,and domestic violence—all eroding young women's confidences and making achieve- My family homesteaded along the banks of the Willamette ment more difficult. River back in 1853 before Oregon was a state and before Ballot Measure 89 will place the Equal Rights Amendment women had the right to vote or serve on juries.At that time in the Oregon Constitution and will remove one significant the women in my family were limited in their ability to make hurdle for young women in Oregon.An Oregon Equal Rights basic choices about their lives such as whether or not to Amendment places boys and girls on an equal plain in our attend school,choose a job,or even what clothes to wear. state.The young women of our state need this so that they I cannot imagine what life was like for women in my family, can do whatever they want to do and become whatever they and yours,to live with such inequity.Although women's want to become. rights have evolved and are remarkably different today,we Join me in voting YES on Ballot Measure 89! still have room for improvement. Today,women still make less than men,on average,and Denise Gould,Chief Professional Officer of the Boys and Girls for too many,there is still a strong gender gap preventing Club of Southwestern Oregon upward mobility. (This information furnished by Denise Gould,Boys and Girls Many decisions in life are complex;this one is not.We are all Club of Southwestern Oregon.) equal,with equal rights,regardless of sex.As a father of two Argument in Favor girls and an employer of over 5,000 hard working women in g our company,I am proud to support placing the Equal Rights America was founded on the guarantee of equal rights under Amendment in the Oregon Constitution. the law. IT'S ABOUT TIME But,too often,our nation has failed to live up to that promise. It has been over 90 years since the original ERA was first drafted.Join my wife Erika and me in voting YES for ballot This fall,we can do something about that in Oregon.We can measure 89.Say yes to the fact that all people in Oregon support the Oregon equal rights amendment. are equal.As a 7th generation Oregonian,I believe the ERA We're voting YES for the equal rights measure to assure basic accurately reflects both our values and our deep respect for rights cannot be denied or restricted to any Oregonian simply women in this great state.Let's be the 23rd state to stand because she is a woman. up and recognize,once and for all,that men and women are equal in every way. Following what should be an overwhelm- If we Oregon voters pass this measure,every woman will be ing victory for women in Oregon,it is time for the ERA to be guaranteed the right to control her own life,to liberty in her memorialized in the US Constitution as well. choices including healthcare,and to pursue the happiness Let's finally get it right for all women in Oregon. she chooses for herself. VOTE YES on 89 We recognize that Oregon already protects rights equally in many important aspects.But our state constitution could do Rick and Erika Miller more. Founder and Chairman,The Avamere Group Co-Founder,Rogue Venture Oregon law now allows for unequal rights based on biological Partners differences between women and men.We believe biological differences should not be a basis for discrimination.Passage (This information furnished by Leanne Littrell DiLorenzo, of Measure 89 will affirm Oregonians'repeated support for VoteERA.org, Women's Constitutional Equality PAC.) women's right to the full range of reproductive options. Argument in Favor When every Oregon woman is secure in her right to decide whether and when to become a mother--with help from Boys and Girls Club Director is Voting YES on people she trusts that may include her family,doctor or her Ballot Measure 89 faith--we will truly protect rights equally. I am Denise Gould,Chief Professional Officer of the Boys and Please join us in voting yes on Measure 89 to protect every Girls Club of Southwestern Oregon for 13 years.Our mission woman's right to choose. is to assist"all youth to achieve their fullest potential by Michele Stranger Hunter,Executive Director NARAL enhancing their self-esteem,providing positive role models, Pro-Choice Oregon and by helping them to develop the qualities needed to Laura Terrill Patten,Executive Director,Planned Parenthood become caring,productive,responsible citizens." Advocates of Oregon Ballot Measure 89 is perfectly aligned with the Boys and (This information furnished by Laura Terrill Patten,Planned Girls Club mission,and I am voting YES. Parenthood Advocates of Oregon.) In my work,I have observed that young women face chal- lenges,especially when they hit middle school age.Many Argument in Favor girls begin to lose confidence,speak less in class,and shy City Club of Portland Recommends a Yes Vote away from leadership roles.This is especially true for many young women I work with at the Boys and Girls Club who are Equality Belongs in Our Constitution from lower income households,often being raised by a single parent,usually a mother,who is struggling to both work and What does this measure do? care for her children.These young women have few opportu- nities and mentors. Under current Oregon law,legal protections against sex-based discrimination are as strong as the state law How can we expect young women to achieve their fullest protections against discrimination based on other suspect potential if they do not have equal rights in our constitution? classifications,such as race,skin color,and religion.This measure adds to the Oregon Constitution a separate,explicit, We try to encourage girls through activities and programs state-level protection against sex-based discrimination. like"Smart Girls," but it is difficult when there continue to ?O Measure,[Measure its Why has this been proposed? decisions of the courts.As a veteran of women's battles for equality,I believe we need language in the Constitution that In 1972,a proposed federal Equal Rights Amendment(ERA) guarantees our equal rights. Measure 89 will once and for all, was approved by Congress that would have provided for sex- have the Constitution say exactly what most think it should based equality in the U.S.Constitution,but required ratifica- mean.Legislatures and courts can change over time.But tion by three-fourths of the states.After opponents became once Measure 89 is in the Constitution,no court or legislature increasingly effective,the amendment failed. will be able to deprive us of our fundamental equal rights. Over the past three years the movement to restrict reproduc- An older generation fought many battles to bring women tive education and healthcare has grown more active.City where they are today.Young people,we hope will honor the Club documents a nearly 300 percent increase between 2011 struggles of those who have made a better place for them. and 2012 in challenges to reproductive rights across the Measure 89 does that and will do more than anything else to United States.The 2014 U.S.Supreme Court case Burwell V. preserve and further our hard fought gains. Hobby Lobby Stores,Inc.allows private companies to use religious exemptions against providing certain reproductive Please Vote for Measure 89. options.This shows the extent to which women continue to be subject to discrimination based on sex. Margaret L.Carter Retired State Senator Why vote Yes? • Preserves equality between men and women for future (This information furnished by Margaret L.Carter,Retired State Senator.) generations • Would not diminish any rights under the Oregon State Argument in Favor Constitution rg • A No vote could be interpreted as a lack of support of equality for women I am voting yes on ballot measure 89. • Help defend against possible challenges to equal access I am supporting measure 89 in our Oregon Constitution to healthcare and reproductive rights for women because I do not believe that the state or government should • Inspire support for the idea of a federal constitutional discriminate against women based on sex.The Oregon amendment to strengthen women's rights nationwide Constitution did not take women into account when it was City Club Members Vote: written. Yes 67% When I entered the restaurant industry in the mid 1960's, opportunities for women were very limited.Virtually all fine No 33% dining establishments at that time were exclusive to male staff. Who is City Club of Portland? Jake's Famous Crawfish in Portland was our first venture in the development stages of McCormick&Schmick's We bring together civic-minded people to make Portland and Restaurant chain.Our team aggressively recruited and Oregon better places to live,work and play for everyone. trained an all female staff which assured that women were Read our complete recommendation and become a City Club now in equal paying positions working as managers,chefs, member at: servers and hourly employees. www.pdxcityclub.orq Though there have been extraordinary strides in the hospital- (This information furnished by Karen Kervin,President, ity industry,the laws of our state relative to equal rights for City Club of Portland.) women are archaic.We recognized the extraordinary talents of women and how their skills were underutilized. Argument in Favor Certainly half the population of the state should have their Fellow voters, equality expressed in the Constitution! I have daughters and grand daughters I want them to have the Constitutional pro- I was born in Louisiana,one of nine children.My father was tection they are entitled.Measure 89 will make that happen. a minister and my mother was a cafeteria worker.I worked It's about time. my way through college and ultimately received a master's Please join me in voting YES for Measure 89. degree. I know first hand about the hard work it takes to fight for William P.McCormick equality. U.S.Ambassador to New Zealand 2005-2008 Chair Emeritus McCormick&Schmick's For years,as a citizen,state representative and a state senator,I lobbied,marched,rallied,petitioned,picketed,and (This information furnished by William P McCormick, exerted as much influence as I could muster to help minimize Ambassador.) the inequities,which the government placed between men and women. Argument in Favor Like many women of color of my generation,I had to fight to I was born and raised on a wheat ranch in Pendleton Oregon. be treated as an equal. I am a strong supporter for ballot measure 89 and I hope you Despite challenges and inequalities I faced,I worked my way will join me in voting yes. into a position of leadership in my community.After several My brother and Fare the 5th generation on our Eastern years working as a counselor,I was recruited to run for the Oregon family ranch and grew up working side by side.I was Oregon House of Representatives.I was the first African the first female wheat truck driver for our ranch and drove American woman elected to the Oregon Legislature. our 18-wheeler truck hauling wheat to the Port of Umatilla We should not mistake the great strides women have made elevators. for full equality under the law. I participated in sports just as women's athletics were gaining In parts of our country,women's rights are rolling back- popularity in high school.My basketball teammates and I ward.Here in Oregon,women's equality is based solely on we grew the riding horses, girls bring in rodeos letter winners.I nor grew up riding horses,competing in rodeos and was honored to serve as the Queen of the Pendleton Round Up in 1982. Official 2014 Oe} al Election Voters'Pamphlet 71. The opportunities I had were because of my family and the Ballot Measure 89 uses the same language from two bills fact that they treated me as an equal.They believed I could do introduced in the 2013 legislature,SJR 24 and HJR 21. anything a boy of my age could do and I have treated my own Measure 89 also includes amendments that were proposed two daughters the same way. for those bills during the 2013 legislature. Equal rights for women belong in our Oregon constitution. httos://olis.leg.state.or.us/liz/2013R1/Measures/list/Here is q 9 g 9 the key language: When we consider other rights we do have in the constitution, it is clear that women will gain a higher level of protection SECTION 46.(1)"Equality of rights under the law shall not be against sex discrimination than we have now. denied or abridged by the State of Oregon or by any political subdivision in this state on account of sex." The ERA is not a symbolic gesture,it is providing women constitutional protection and full equality in the Oregon (2)"The Legislative Assembly shall have the power to enforce, Constitution that they have never had. by appropriate legislation,the provisions of this section." Voting yes on ballot measure 89 means women in Oregon will (3)"Nothing in this section shall diminish a right otherwise finally have their state constitution recognize them.Providing available to persons under section 20 of this Article or any equality expressly in our constitution means women will not other provision of this Constitution."(Note:Subparagraph(3) be vulnerable to losing rights they have achieved and the ERA was proposed as an amendment to these bills.) will provide a future path to help women eliminate inequali- ties that still exist. The legislative website shows the following state senators and state representatives who sponsored or co-sponsored Please join me in supporting Ballot Measure 89. one or more of these bills: Katy Thorne Coba,Salem(formerly Pendleton) SENATE DEMOCRATS:Arnie Roblan,Elizabeth Steiner Hayward,Alan Bates,Lee Beyer,Ginny Burdick,Richard (This information furnished by Katy Thorne Coba,Salem Devlin,Jackie Dingfelder,Mark Hass,Betsy Johnson,Floyd (formerly Pendleton).) Prozanski,and Diane Rosenbaum. Argument in Favor SENATE REPUBLICANS:Brian Boquist,Herman Baertschiger, We need Ballot Measure 89 to ass! Ted Ferrioli,Tim Knopp,Bruce Starr,Chuck Thomsen,and P Jackie Winters Women are still not equal in our U.S.Constitution HOUSE DEMOCRATS:Jeff Barker,Phil Barnhart,Brent Women do not have equality expressly in the Barton,Debbie Boone,Peter Buckley,Brian Clem,Michael Oregon Constitution Dembrow,Margaret Doherty,Chris Garrett,David Gomberg, Mitch Greenlick,Val Hoyle,Alissa Keny-Guyer,Caddy As a former Member of Congress from the 5th District,I am McKeown,Jeff Reardon,and Tobias Read astounded that women are still not equal under the U.S. Constitution.Some may think the Equal Rights Amendment HOUSE REPUBLICANS:Cliff Benz,Jason Conger,John Davis, was placed in our U.S.Constitution in the 1970s,however,it Sal Esquivel,Wally Hicks,Mark Johnson,Bill Kennemer, fell three states short of ratification.While laws have been Wayne Krieger,Mike McLane,Julie Parrish,and Vicki Berger passed with the intention of providing women protection, Vote YES on 89 women's rights have been rolling backward for decades. It is necessary to place the Equal Rights Amendment in the Women gained the right to vote in Oregon in 1912 by turning Oregon Constitution to the initiative.We also turn to the initiative to add an ERA to the Oregon Constitution and look forward to the day the The rights we want most protected are in our constitutions. Federal Constitution contains an ERA. Our communities will benefit when all members of our families have equality.I remember when,not too long ago, Onward and Forward— women could not attend particular classes because they were VoteERA.org team for boys only.Girls had minimal access to sports.While some inequalities have resolved,women have never been afforded (This information furnished by Leanne Littrell DiLorenzo, express protection in our constitution.Under earlier interpre- VoteERA.org,Women's Constitutional Equality PAC.) tations of our constitution,women could not serve on juries, or work the same jobs,or same hours,as men. Argument in Favor We still have more work to do. VOTE YES ON MEASURE 89 Supporting Measure 89 is part of my life long mission to make a difference in my community.I became involved in As a teacher,and later Dean and Principal at Marshfield High politics in 1976 because I wanted to make safer playgrounds School in Coos Bay,I worked with young people for 32 years, for children.From there,I became the first woman to sit on helping them to realize positive outcomes as they moved the West Linn City Council.Let's do something for women onto college or into the workforce.I was often troubled that this time. young women I worked with thought their opportunities after graduation were limited. Please join me in voting YES on Ballot Measure 89. THERE IS STILL MORE TO DO Congresswoman Darlene Hooley Women's opportunities are still limited by a pay disparity in (This information furnished by Congresswoman the workplace.Young women on college campuses still find Darlene Hooley.) themselves fighting for the respect necessary to take full advantage of their academic opportunities. Argument in Favor MEASURE 89 WILL WRITE EQUALITY INTO THE CONSTITUTION THERE IS BI-PARTISAN SUPPORT FOR PLACING THE ERA IN THE OREGON CONSTITUTION Measure 89 will,for the first time,specifically guarantee Dear Legislators,THANK YOU for being early supporters women express equality in our constitution.Legal authorities of the ERA. including the Oregon Attorney General,the State of Oregon's Legislative Counsel and four recently retired Oregon 72. Mea r3 j Measu e$9 a is Supreme Court Justices have provided opinions that explain We encourage young women to be whatever they want to be, why we need an Equal Rights Amendment in our Oregon but the truth is,statistically that is more difficult for them. Constitution.Measure 89 advances the cause of women and does not diminish any other rights. With your yes vote today,Oregon women will finally have full THE EQUAL RIGHTS AMENDMENT HAS BROAD equality in the Oregon constitution. BI-PARTISAN SUPPORT Women and girls should have their equality written into the constitution. It is no wonder that Measure 89 is endorsed by so many public officials and leading citizens from all corners of our state. Without a state ERA,women are left grasping for equality During the 2013 regular legislative session,virtually identical here and there—fighting for equal pay,fighting for protection proposals won the bi-partisan sponsorship of 51 members of against domestic violence,fighting for inclusion. the legislature.An Equal Rights Amendment in the Oregon Constitution is truly an idea whose time has come. Let's stoo that Piecemeal approach to eauality.let's include ESTABLISHES POLICY over half our Population in our state constitution. Please join us in voting YES on Ballot Measure 89. Measure 89 will establish a "no unequal treatment"policy in our state Constitution. Nikos Ridge,CEO,Ninkasi Brewing Company VOTE YES ON 89 Erin Gould,Attorney,VoteERA.org board member Lee Davidson MD,Emergency Physician and Partner As a State Senator and former Co-Speaker of The House of in Eugene Urgent Care Representatives,I strongly support Measure 89 and urge you Kamala Shugar,Attorney to join me in voting yes on Measure 89. Margaret Hallock,Economist and Policy Advocate Ofer Raban,Constitutional Law Professor State Senator Arnie Roblan Marshall L.Wilde,Attorney Evangelina Sundgrenz,Lane County (This information furnished by State Senator Arnie Roblan.) Gilad Gozlan,Life Cycle Bike Shop Owner Susan Cundiff,Educator Argument in Favor Charlie Swanson,Teacher AFSCME supports expressly putting equality for women into (This information furnished by Erin Gould,Attorney, the Oregon Constitution.Our union has a fundamental belief VoteERA.org board member.) in equality and believe that putting this language in our state constitution is important to ensuring equality for women Argument in Favor in our state.As a union that represents working people all over the state,we are in a constant struggle to improve,the I urge you to vote YES on Ballot Measure 89. working standards for all people.Even in 2014,women are I'm supporting and Oregon ERA and measure 89 because: frequently paid less for the same work than men and they • We still do not have equal pay for equal work and I are often the victims of harassment and hostile working q p y q 9 believe that wages should not be determined by gender situations.This measure will not fix all the P roblems in the workplace,but it is a move in the right direction. but the quality of your work. • Protections for women's rights are subject to the winds It's important that we send a message that women are sup- of political change as we have seen in other states ported in our state—this measure will make that clear.Over where legislation is being passed to roll back our rights. 60 percent of AFSCME's membership is made up of women Oregonians have an opportunity to ensure equality for and we want to make sure that they are protected from attacks women is enshrined in our constitution. on their equality.There's little reason to oppose this measure • In 1972,I watched my mother work incredibly hard to and we believe it is in everyone's best interest to support it. pass the federal ERA,but still after almost half a century it has not been ratified to the U.S.Constitution. Please vote YES on Measure 89 and support women's rights. But,I am proud to carry on the efforts of my mother (This information furnished by Joe E Baessler.) and the many individuals who have fought for women's equality over the years by ensuring that equal rights for Argument in Favor women becomes a reality here in Oregon. Lane County Residents urge a YES vote on Ballot Measure 89 I am voting YES on Ballot Measure 89 and I hope you will too. Representative Val Hoyle We are a diverse group of Lane County business owners,edu- House Majority Leader cators,attorneys,and other professionals coming together (This information furnished by Leanne Littrell DiLorenzo, for this simple message: VoteERA.org, Women's Constitutional Equality PAC.) We are voting Yes on Ballot Measure 89 to place an Equal Rights Amendment in the Oregon Constitution. Argument in Favor We have the largest university in the state and other great The Central Oregon Coast Says Vote YES on Measure 89 education institutions.The majority of students who attend Voters on the Central Oregon Coast want equality for women those institutions are local Oregonians and half of those written into Oregon's Constitution.We do not want to rely attending are women. on case law for one of our most basic human rights.Case Half those students will have a more difficult time becoming law is judge made law that does not always reflect the will of CEOs of companies.Half of those students will earn less for the people.It can erode over time as the composition of the the same job than the other half.Half those students are more judiciary changes.A law written into the constitution is a law likely to be heads of households while raising families as a written by and voted on by the people and it takes a vote of single parent. the people to change it. ("Women in state government make about 88 percent of Measure 89 Protects Everyone what men do," Statesman Journal,August 11,2014,http:// www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/politics/2014/08/10/ There are a few who fear that passing the Oregon Equal women-paid-Dercent-men-state-government/13837901/) Rights Amendment(ERA)may elevate the rights of women over others.They are misguided.The proposed ERA protects tetaI 2014 General realm'Voters'Parr i stet 7.3 all people,not just women,from sex discrimination.Also, Gwyneth Gamble Booth paragraph 3 of the proposed ERA makes it clear that nothing Chairman of the Board,PGE Foundation in the Amendment will diminish the rights of persons other- Board President,Portland Japanese Garden wise available to them under Article 1 Section 20 or any other Facilitator,The Dougy Center for Grieving Children and Families provision of the constitution. (This information furnished by Gwyneth Gamble Booth, Women are not fully recognized in Oregon's Constitution Chairman of the Board,PGE Foundation;Board President, Passing the Oregon Equal Rights Amendment will make clear Portland Japanese Garden;Facilitator,The Dougy Center for that inequality of women is not acceptable to the people of Grieving Children and Families.) Oregon.It will tell our mothers,wives,daughters and grand- daughters that they are of equal importance and entitled to Argument in Favor the same privileges and same responsibilities as men. OREGON DOES NOT HAVE THE STRONGEST POSSIBLE PLEASE JOIN US IN VOTING YES ON MEASURE 89 PROTECTION AGAINST SEX DISCRIMINATION Representative David Gomberg As a former Oregon Supreme Court Justice,I strongly urge Lincoln County Commissioner Bill Hall you to Vote YES on measure 89. Sandra Roumagoux,Mayor of Newport Nancy Campbell Mead,former Circuit Court Judge For over 8 years I served as an associate Justice on the Linda Kilbride,Newport Oregon Supreme Court,10 years on the Court of Appeals and John and Judy Kreitmeyer,Lincoln City 10 years as a trial court judge.Prior to that,I was a lawyer in Michele Walters,Depoe Bay a law firm that admitted our first woman partner(a first for Michele Longo Eder,Newport Portland)in 1968. Elliott and Daniella Crowder,Newport I signed an open letter with several of my colleagues about Gary Lahman and Cynthia Jacobi,Newport the Oregon ERA to support its addition to the Constitution Kate Madison,Depoe Bay and to point out errors some opponents have made in their Patricia Heringer,Lincoln City criticism of this effort.You can find a copy of the open letter Jeanne St.John,Newport by visiting htto://www.VoteERA.orq. Ruth Kistler,Newport Billie Jo Smith,Toledo • As the Attorney General has made clear,no current Nel Ward and Sue Hardesty,Newport provision in the Constitution expressly provides protec- Jan Eisele,Pacific City tions for women. • Measure 89 will go farther to protect women than cur- (This information furnished by Nancy Campbell Mead, rent judicial interpretations. Former Circuit Court Judge.) • Women's equality is not expressly provided in our Constitution. Argument in Favor YES on Measure 89 guarantees that neither the state nor a Voting YES on the Oregon Ballot Measure 89 gives Oregonians political subdivision of the government can ever discriminate the opportunity to correct a great injustice to women! based on sex. That injustice is the fact that our Oregon constitution does If you hear that the measure"is unnecessary",or there are not give women the strongest possible protection against dis- "unintended consequences"or"concerns"that rights of crimination based on sex.In short,women in Oregon MUST others could be affected by an ERA,I can tell you there is no have that constitutional protection.Without women's equality evidence to back up any of those assertions. written in the Oregon Constitution,women will forever be in a second-class position to men.We need to pass measure 89 Measure 89 makes clear that nothing in the measure shall to make absolute sure women do not go another day without diminish any rights available to any person under the the full protection against sex discrimination in any part of constitution.At least 22 states have adopted equal rights their lives. amendments in their constitutions.Not one of these so-called and unidentified"concerns"has ever come to pass in those As a community activist,I see women in a myriad of roles, states. fighting to succeed at every level.As a former corporate board member on Portland General Electric and Oregon Measure 89 will acknowledge the contributions and impor- Physicians Service board,I know first hand that women tance of more than 50%of our citizens by finally providing deserve the same guarantee of equality as men. women deserved express recognition in our state's most important document,its constitution.Please join me in voting I was appalled to learn that Oregon women were not afforded for Measure 89. protection in our constitution from sex discrimination. Justice Richard William Riggs I urge all Oregonians to vote YES on Measure 89,and pass the Retired Justice Oregon Supreme Court Oregon ERA.You can feel good knowing you are positively affecting the lives of your wives,daughters,granddaughters (This information furnished by Justice Richard William Riggs, and friends and community. Retired Justice Oregon Supreme Court.) Your yes vote on measure 89 gives more than fifty percent of Argument in Favor Oregonians recognition in Oregon's constitution;recognition that they do not currently have. Vote YES on Ballot Measure 89 "She flies with her own wings" is Oregon's motto,but how We are proud to have the endorsements of great can we fly when our wings are being clipped?I believe organizations across Oregon. Standing up for women's equality in the Oregon Constitution. 9 q Y Oregonians are proud of their state.I'm sure we will feel even p g greater pride as we vote yes on Measure 89 and it passes with American Association of University Women(AAUW) a strong yes vote. League of Women Voters of Oregon I fervently ask you to join me in voting yes on measure 89 and Boys&Girls Club of Southwestern Oregon supporting all Oregon women. Susan I.Stoltenberg,YWCA of Greater Portland Oregon Education Association 74. Measures,tMeMtre 89 Arguments Oregon Business Association(OBA) Oregon NOW(National Organization for Women) Frank Dixon,Chair,Democratic Party of Oregon Urban League Oregon Nurses Association Willamette Women Democrats Multnomah County Democratic Party Adelante Mujeres Oregon AFSCME Joseph R.Esmonde-IBEW#48 Please join us in voting YES on Measure 89 (This information furnished by Leanne Littrell DiLorenzo, VoteERA.org, Women's Constitutional Equality PAC.) M *asurea-(Measure 75 Proposed by initiative petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 4,2014. did a ':`� _ .> O.r e ._ s 4 r i,� � -��s ✓�.x ma 0 3�� .' l � : „z �' - §gr A F C .,'63 �° !d!G Result of "Yes" Vote Summary "Yes"vote replaces general election nomination processes Currently,each major party has a separate primary election for most partisan offices;all candidates listed on one single ballot.Major party's registered voters nominate party's primary ballot;two advance to general election ballot. candidates;others'primary ballots include only nonpartisan candidates;all vote for one candidate per office.General Result of "No" Vote election ballot may include multiple candidates per office: unaffiliated,major,minor party candidates.Measure replaces "No"vote retains current general election nomination pro- that system for most partisan offices,including many federal cesses,including party primaries for major parties;separate (not Presidential),all state,county,city,district offices.Single primary ballots;multiple candidates can appear on general primary ballot lists all candidates for each office.Voters may election ballot. vote for any candidate,regardless of voter's or candidate's party affiliation.Only top two candidates per office appear on general election ballot;may be from same party.Primary, general election ballots must contain candidates'party re istrationlendorsements.Eligible person,regardless of party, may be selected to fill vacancy.Other provisions. Estimate of Financial Impact This measure changes statutes relating to primary elections. Except for the office of President,it requires that the two candidates receiving the highest number of votes advance to the general election regardless of party affiliation.The measure provides criteria for listing candidates on ballots. It establishes procedures for filling vacant Congressional offices through special elections and allows appointment to vacant state offices regardless of party affiliation.The initiative contains statutory criteria for establishing minority parties and retaining their status.It requires the Legislature to pass implementing statutes. The Secretary of State Elections Division estimates start up costs of$362,640 to modify computer systems.The most likely funding source would be revenues from the General Fund. Because of the estimated mix of costs and savings,the finan cial impact to counties is indeterminate. 76, Measures,-MeeSure 6M Text of Measure candidate who received the next highest number of votes at the primary election,if any,shall be the replacement Relating to elections;creating new provisions;and repealing nominee.The chief elections officer,as defined in ORS ORS 188.120,248.008,254.025,254.056,254.115 and 254.365. 254.005,shall file the name of the replacement nominee with each appropriate county clerk. The people,exercising their legislative authority under Article IV,section 1,of the Oregon Constitution,find as follows: SECTION 6.Filing and nominating processes for voter choice offices.Except as provided in this 2014 Act,all provisions of All Oregon voters should have the full and equal ability,at state law that apply to the filing and nomination processes for every election,to choose those whom they believe are best candidates for nonpartisan offices,also apply to voter choice suited to govern them. offices. Competitive and open elections that encourage thoughtful SECTION 7.Sections 8 to 10 of this 2014 Act are added to and debate and maximum participation are healthy for democracy made a part of ORS chapter 254. and strengthen citizens'trust in their government. SECTION 8.Definition.As used in this chapter,"voter Citizens should be able to register and affiliate with any choice office" means the office of United States Senator, legal political party,or none at all,according to their beliefs Representative in Congress,Governor,Secretary of State, and without any coercion or diminishment of their rights as State Treasurer,Attorney General,state Senator and state voters. Representative and any other state,county,city or district Political parties should be able to endorse and support any office that is not a nonpartisan office nor an office for which qualified candidate,or none at all,according to the beliefs nominations to the general election by political parties are and choices of their members and without any compulsion or expressly authorized by law. diminishment of their rights through operations of law; SECTION 9.Election ballots for voter choice offices.(1)This A primary election process that advances the two candidates section is intended to give electors access to information in receiving the most votes to the general election ballot,and the public record about candidates for voter choice offices that allows every qualified voter to vote on which candidate and the political parties that endorse those candidates, to advance,helps to ensure the election of officials supported without infringing on the rights of political parties and their by a majority of the electorate,thereby promoting citizen members to organize and associate. confidence in their government. (2)For each primary election that includes a voter choice And therefore enact the following law: office,the county clerk shall print on the ballot: SECTION 1.Short title.This 2014 Act may be cited as the (a)(A)If the candidate for a voter choice office is registered Open Primary Act of 2014. as affiliated with a political party on the 70th day before the date of the election,following the name of the candidate the SECTION 2.Sections 3 to 6 of this 2014 Act are added to and statement"Registration: "(name made a part of ORS chapter 249. of political party);or SECTION 3.Statement of intent.The intent of the Open (B)If the candidate for a voter choice office is not registered Primary Act of 2014 is to create a fully open,equitable,and as affiliated with a political party on the 70th day before the fair election system,that will be applied to specific federal date of the election,following the name of the candidate the and state elected offices currently elected on a partisan statement"Registration:not a member of a party"or,if the basis.This Act will abolish the current practice of relying on candidate chooses,no statement concerning the candidate's political party members or party officials in closed primary party registration status; elections or conventions to nominate candidates for these (b)The statement:"A candidate's political party registration offices while prohibiting the participation of non-affiliated shown on this ballot for voter choice offices indicates the voters entirely--and replace it with a system through which candidate's party registration status as of 70 days prior to the all Oregon electors may participate on an equal basis,in election.It does not imply the endorsement of the political all phases of the selection process.This specifically means party identified,";and changing the current system of primary election contests for these offices so that all Oregon voters have the equal ability (c)For each candidate for a voter choice office,following to select two finalist candidates to appear on the general elec- the name of the candidate the name of any political party tion ballot,regardless of the political party affiliation,or lack that has officially endorsed the candidate,preceded by the of party affiliation,of the elector or candidate. phrase"Endorsed by:",The county clerk shall print only SECTION 4.Definition.As used in sections 3 to 6 of this 2014 those endorsements that have been received and accepted Act,"voter choice office" means the office of United States by the candidate and for which the chief elections officer has Senator,Representative in Congress,Governor,Secretary received notice not later than the 61st day before the date of of State,State Treasurer,Attorney General,state Senator the election. and state Representative and any other state,county,city or (3)For each general election that includes a voter choice district office that is not a nonpartisan office nor an office for office,the county clerk shall print on the ballot: which nominations to the general election by political parties are expressly authorized by law. (a)(A)If the candidate for a voter choice office is registered as affiliated with a political party on the 70th day before the SECTION 5.Particular provisions for voter choice offices. date of the election,following the name of the candidate the (1)Top wo candidates nominated.Except as provided in statement"Registration: "(name a home rule charter and subsection(2)of this section,for of political party);or voter choice offices,the two candidates receiving the highest (B)If the candidate for a voter choice office is not registered number of votes at the primary election shall be the sole can- as affiliated with a political party on the 70th day before the didates who advance to the general election. dale of the election,following the name of the candidate the (2)If three or more candidates for a voter choice office are statement"Registration:not a member of a party"or,if the on the ballot for a primary election and a vacancy occurs candidate chooses,no statement concerning the candidate's in a nomination to the office after the primary election and party registration status; before the 61st day before the general election,the qualified official 2014 General Election Vets'Pamphlet (b)The statement:"A candidate's political party registration SECTION 15.Vacancies in voter choice offices.(1)As used in shown on this ballot for voter choice offices indicates the this section,"voter choice office" has the meaning given that candidate's party registration status as of 70 days prior to the term in section 4 of this 2014 Act. election.It does not imply the endorsement of the political party identified." (2)Notwithstanding ORS 171.051, 171.060,171.068,236.100, 236.215 and 236.217,whenever a vacancy exists in any voter (c)For each candidate for a voter choice office,following choice office in this state and is to be filled by appointment,a the name of the candidate the name of any political party person who is otherwise eligible may he appointed to fill the that has officially endorsed the candidate,preceded by the vacancy regardless of the person's affiliation or lack of affili- phrase"Endorsed by:".The county clerk shall print only ation with a political party,and whenever a vacancy exists those endorsements that have been received and accepted in any voter choice office in this state and is to be filled by by the candidate and for which the chief elections officer has election,the election procedures for voter choice offices shall received notice not later than the 61st day before the date of be followed. the election. SECTION 16.Section 17 of this 2014 Act is added to and made (4)As used in this section,"political party" means a party a part of ORS 171.051 to 171.064. qualified as a major or minor political party in this state under ORS chapter 248. SECTION 17.State legislative vacancies.In the case of a vacancy in the office of state Senator or state Representative (5)The Secretary of State may adopt rules to implement this that is to be filled by an appointing authority as provided in section. ORS 171.051,the following apply: SECTION 10.Election process for voter choice offices.Except (1)Notwithstanding ORS 171.051,an otherwise eligible as provided in this 2014 Act,all provisions of state law that person may be appointed to fill the vacancy regardless of the apply to elections and ballots for nonpartisan offices,also person's affiliation or lack of affiliation with a political party. apply to voter choice offices. (2)Candidates for the remaining two years of the term of SECTION 11.Severability.Section 9 of this 2014 Act and each office of a state Senator under ORS 171.051 (4)shall be nomi- of its subsections,paragraphs and subparagraphs is sever- nated as provided for that office in ORS chapter 249,except able from this 2014 Act.If section 9 of this 2014 Act or any that the Secretary of State shall accept declarations of can- subsection,paragraph or subparagraph in section 9 of this didacy and nominating petitions according to a schedule for 2014 Act is held unconstitutional,the remaining parts of this filing set by the secretary,but in any ease not later than the 2014 Act shall remain in force. 62nd day before the first general election to be held during that term of office. SECTION 12.ORS 188.120 is repealed and section 13 of this 2014 Act is enacted in lieu thereof. (3)ORS 171.060(1)does not apply to the appointment. SECTION 13.Congressional vacancies.(1)If a vacancy in (4)The procedure described in ORS 171.060(2)for a vacancy election or office of Representative in Congress or United in the office of state Senator or state Representative not affili- States Senator occurs before the 61st day before the general ated with a major political party applies to the appointment. election,the Governor shall call a special election to fill that vacancy.If a vacancy in election or office of United States SECTION 18.ORS 254.056 is repealed and section 19 of this Senator occurs after the 62nd day before the general election 2014 Act is enacted in lieu thereof. but on or before the general election,and if the term of that SECTION 19.Date and purpose of general election and office is not regularly filled at that election,the Governor shall primary election.(1)The general election shall be held on call a special election to fill the vacancy as soon as practicable the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November of each after the general election. even-numbered year.Except as provided in ORS 254.650,at (2)If a special election to fill the vacancy in election or office the general election officers of the state and subdivisions of of Representative in Congress or United States Senator is the state,members of Congress and electors of President and called before the 80th day after the vacancy occurs,nomina- Vice President of the United States as are to be elected in that tions to the election shall take the form of a declaration of year shall be elected. candidacy or nominating petition,which may be filed by any otherwise eligible elector. (2)The primary election shall be held on the third Tuesday in May of each even-numbered year.At the primary election: (3)If a special election to fill the vacancy in election or office of Representative in Congress or United States Senator is (a)Nonpartisan candidates shall be nominated or elected by called after the 79th day after the vacancy occurs,a special all electors,as described in ORS chapter 249; primary election shall be conducted by the Secretary of State (b)Voter choice office candidates shall be nominated by all for the purpose of nominating candidates to the special elec- electors,as described in ORS chapter 249,for offices to be tion called to fill the vacancy.A declaration of candidacy or filled at the general election held in that year; nominating petition may be filed by any otherwise eligible elector not later than the 10th day following the issuance of (c)In a presidential election year,delegates to nominating the writ of election. conventions for the offices of President and Vice President of the United States shall be selected as provided in ORS (4)Special elections and special primary elections conducted chapters 248 and 249,and precinct committeeperson shall be under this section shall be as provided for voter choice offices elected by members of major political parties;and generally,except that the Secretary of State may accept nominating petitions,declarations of candidacy and endorse- (d)Notwithstanding paragraph(c)of this section and ORS ments according to a schedule for filing set by the secretary, 248.015(1)and(5),if the number of candidates having filed and except that,in the case of a special election held under for precinct committeeperson is equal to or less than the subsection(1)of this section,the ballot shall include the number of positions to be filled at the primary election,no names of all qualified candidates who have filed declarations election for precinct committeeperson shall be held and all of candidacy or nominating petitions. candidates having filed shall be issued a certificate of election (5)As used in this section, "voter choice office" has the under ORS 248.023. meaning given that term in section 4 of this 2014 Act. SECTION 20.ORS 254.115 is repealed and section 21 of this SECTION 14.Section 15 of this 2014 Act is added to and made 2014 Act is enacted in lieu thereof. a part of ORS chapter 236. 78- Measures measure 90 SECTION 21.Official primary election ballot.(1)The official the chief sponsor first has knowledge or should have had primary election ballot shall be styled"Primary Election knowledge that: Ballot"and shall state: (i)Any person is being paid for obtaining signatures,when the (a)The name of the county for which it is intended. statement included with the prospective petition declared that no person would be paid for obtaining signatures of electors. (b)The date of the primary election. (c) (ii)No person is being paid for obtaining signatures,when c)The names of all candidates for nomination or election the statement included with the prospective petition declared at the primary election to nonpartisan,voter choice or other that one or more persons would be paid for obtaining signa- offices whose nominating petitions or declarations of can- tures of electors. didacy have been made and filed,and who have not died, withdrawn or become disqualified. (D)The circulator shall certify on each signature sheet that the circulator witnessed the signing of the signature sheet (d)The number,ballot title and financial estimates under ORS by each individual whose signature appears on the signature 250.125 of any measure. sheet and that the circulator believes each individual is an (e)In a presidential election year,the name of each candidate elector registered in the electoral district. for a political party nomination for President of the United (E)The Secretary of State shall verify whether the petition States who has qualified for the ballot under ORS 249.078, contains the required number of signatures of electors. and the names of candidates for election as precinct commit- Secretary of State may not accept a petition for filing if it teepersons,if required.Only votes cast by members of the contains less than 100 percent of the required number of applicable political party shall be tallied and published for signatures.The Secretary of State by rule shall designate a any such contest. statistical sampling technique to verify whether a petition (2)The ballot may not contain the name of any person other contains the required number of signatures of electors.A (2)The those ballot of may not contain subsection the (1)of ofh any section.The petition may not be rejected for the reason that it contains name of each erred to in for seam a nominating tionion The less than the required number of signatures unless two sepa- me declaration each candidacy has been ailed shall be printed on rate sampling processes both establish that the petition lacks the ballot but one candidacy h In been event dthat two printed more the required number of signatures.The second sampling first candidates for the same nomination or office have the same must contain The a ecret number of St t signatures than the professional similar surnames,the location of their places of residence sampling.Toe Secretary of State may employ professional shall be printed with their names to distinguish one from cal sam sampling g determine the be the technique.The teatisti- another. cal sampling technique may be the same as that adopted under ORS 250.105. SECTION 22.Sections 23 and 26 of this 2014 Act are added to (b)When the affiliation of electors has polled for any one of and made a part of ORS chapter 248. its candidates for any public office in the electoral district at SECTION 23.Politicalparty nominations.Notwithstanding least one percent of the total votes cast in the electoral dis- ORS 248.006 and 248.007 and section 25 of this 2014 Act,at trict for all candidates for: the primary election,a political party otherwise authorized by (A)Presidential elector at the last general election at which law to nominate candidates through the primary election may candidates for President and Vice President of the United nominate candidates only for an office for which nomina- States were listed on the ballot;or tions to the general election by political parties are expressly authorized by law. (B)Any single state office to be voted upon in the state at SECTION 24.ORS 248.008 is repealed and section 25 of this large at the most recent primary or general election at which 2014 Act is enacted in lieu thereof. a candidate for the office was elected to a full term. SECTION 25.Qualification for and maintenance of minor (2)After satisfying either subsection(1)(a)or(b)of this political party status.(1)An affiliation of electors becomes a for election the minor political party may nominate voter choice es minor political party in the state,a county or other electoral fore,as ft the next section 4 election 4 Act,a vor general chic district,qualified to make nominations for public office in office,as defined in section 4 s this of the Act,United d Statel elec- that electoral district and in any other electoral district wholly tion for President and Vice President of the United States. contained within the electoral district,when the affiliation of (3)A filing officer may not accept a certificate of nomina- electors has acted as described in either paragraph(a)or(b) tion of a candidate nominated by a minor political party for of this subsection: a subsequent primary or general election unless the minor (a)(A)When the affiliation of electors has filed with the political party has maintained status as a minor political party Secretary of State a petition with the signatures of at least a as described in subsection(4)of this section. number of electors equal to one and one-half percent of the (4)In order to maintain status as a minor political party for a total votes cast in the electoral district for all candidates for subsequent primary or general election: Governor at the most recent election at which a candidate for Governor was elected to a full term. (a)Following each general election,at any time during the (B)The petition must contain only original si natures and period beginning on the date of the next primary election and p Y 9 ending on the 90th day before the next general election,a must be filed not later than two years following the date the number of electors equal to at least one-half of one percent of prospective petition is filed.The petition must state the inten- the total number of registered electors in this state must be tion to form a new political party and designate a name for registered as members of the party;or the political party. (b)(A)Following each general election,at any time during the (C)Before circulating the petition,the chief sponsor of the period beginning on the date of the next primary election and petition must file with the Secretary of State a signed copy ending on the 90th day before the next general election,a of the prospective petition.The chief sponsor must include number of electors equal to at least one-tenth of one percent with the prospective petition a statement declaring whether of the total votes cast in the state or electoral district for all one or more persons will be paid money or other valuable candidates for Governor at the most recent general election consideration for obtaining signatures of electors on the peti- at which a candidate for Governor was elected to a full term tion.After the prospective petition is filed,the chief sponsor must be registered as members of the party;and must notify the filing officer not later than the 10th day after meal ne t election vuti 'r'ato t" " 79 (B)At least once in a four-year period,a candidate or candi- Explanatory Statement dates of the party must poll at least one percent of the total votes cast in the electoral district for all candidates for: Ballot Measure 90 would: (i)Presidential elector at the last general election at which (1)Replace Oregon's elections system for major party prima- candidates for President and Vice President of the United ries and the nomination processes for minor parties and non- States were listed on the ballot;or affiliated voters and candidates,for U.S.Senate,Congress, partisan state offices,and partisan local offices except those (ii)Any single state office to be voted upon in the state at subject to city and county Home Rule; large at the most recent primary or general election at which a candidate for the office was elected to a full term. (2)Change the general election process for those offices;and, (5)An affiliation of electors that fails to maintain status as a (3)Change how replacements are chosen for vacancies in minor political party ceases to be a minor political party on those offices and elections. the 90th day before the date of the next general election. The state offices affected by the measure are Governor, (6)During the period beginning on the date of the primary Secretary of State,State Treasurer,Attorney General,state election and ending on the 90th day before the date of the Senator,and state Representative. general election,the Secretary of State shall determine at least once each month whether registration requirements to Measure 90 would provide for a single primary among all maintain status as a minor political party have been satisfied. candidates regardless of party or non-affiliated status,in which all voters,regardless of party or non-affiliated status,may (7)If a minor political party changes its name,only those vote;the top two vote-getting candidates from the primary electors who register on or after the effective date of the would advance to the general election.The two candidates name change as members of the party under the new party who advance to the November general election could be from name shall be counted as members of the party. different political parties,the same party,or no party at all. Currently,voters choose from among any eligible candidates at (8)An affiliation of electors or a minor political party may not the November general election,who are chosen as a result of nominate a candidate who is the nominee of another political primary election by major political parties,nomination by minor party at the same election in order to satisfy the one percent political parties,nominating petition,convention,or write-in. requirement referred to in subsection(1)(b)or(4)(b)(B)of this section. Measure 90 would require that the primary and general elec- tion ballot identify the political party that candidates have (9)For purposes of this section,"subsequent primary or selected on their voter registration.For candidates not affili- general election"means any primary or general election that ated with a party,the ballot would state either"Registration: is held after the first general election following qualification not a member of a party"or be silent,as the candidate as a minor political party under subsection(1)of this section. chooses.The ballot would also state that party registration SECTION 26.Term of office of precinct committeeperson. does not imply endorsement. Notwithstanding ORS 248.015,the term of office of a precinct Measure 90 would require that the primary and general committeeperson elected under ORS 248.015 before the election ballots list any endorsements by a major or minor effective date of this 2014 Act is four years and expires on the political party that have been accepted by the candidate. 24th day after the data of the primary election held in a presi- Candidates at each election may be endorsed by more than dential election year at which the precinct committeeperson one party,and parties may endorse more than one candidate. was last elected. Under current law,candidates are nominated to the SECTION 27.Repeals.ORS 254.025 and 254.365 are repealed. November general election ballot in several ways.Major SECTION 28.Captions.The section captions used in this 2014 political parties choose their nominees in the primary elec tions.These elections are generally open only to voters Act are provided only for the convenience of the reader and do registered in that party;major parties may or may not allow not become part of the statutory law of this state or express nonaffiliated voters to participate. any legislative intent in the enactment of this 2014 Act. SECTION 29.Effect.Sections 3 to 6,8 to 11, 13,15, 17,19,21, Under current law,minor political parties choose their nomi- SECTION 25 and 26 of this 2014 Act and the repeal of ORS 188.120, nees according to party rules approved by the Secretary of 23,25 and 254.025,26 of this 254.056, ct and the repeal peal 65 by sections State.Candidates not affiliated with any party qualify for the 24 .0 80, 4 and 27 of this 2014 4.1 Act: general election ballot by gathering signatures or holding a 12, convention.Under current law,nominees of major and minor (1)Apply only to appointments and elections to public office political parties,and nonaffiliated candidates nominated inde- occurring on or after the effective date of this 2014 Act; pendent of the parties,all appear on the general election ballot. (2)Apply to a certificate of nomination,nominating petition Under current law,a minor political party may be established or declaration of candidacy filed before the effective date of or maintained by having one or more of its candidates receive this 2014 Act for an election to a voter choice office to be con- a specified percentage of the votes cast at the general elec- ducted on or after the effective date of this 2014 Act; tion for any single statewide office.Measure 90 would allow this requirement to be met at either the primary or general (3)Apply only to vacancies occurring during terms of office election for the statewide office. where the person originally elected for the term during which the vacancy occurred was elected for that term alter the effec Measure 90 would substitute the next finisher if a primary five date of this 2014 Act;and election qualifier drops out of the general election and provide for filling vacancies in office,regardless of party or (4)Are not intended to require a change in the composition independent status. of any committee or commission described in ORS 137.658 or Committee Members: Appointed by: 244.250. Gregory Chaimov Chief Petitioners SECTION 30.The Legislative Assembly shall enact any leg- Jeremy Rogers Chief Petitioners islation that may be necessary to carry out the provisions of Gregory Leo Secretary of State this 2014 Act. Roy Pulvers Secretary of State Lane Shetterly Members of the Committee (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) 80 Meast'es Measure 90 Cit ens'Review Statement Citizens' Review Statement This Citizens'Statement,authorized by the 2011 State Legislature,was developed by an independent panel of 19 Oregon voters overseen by the Oregon Citizens'Initiative Review Commission.The panelists were randomly selected from registered voters in Oregon and balanced to fairly reflect the state's voting population based on location of residence,party registration, age,gender,education,ethnicity,and likelihood of voting.Over a period of three and a half days the panel heard from initiative proponents,opponents,and background witnesses.The panelists deliberated about the measure and produced this state- ment.This statement has not been edited,altered,or approved by the Secretary of State. The opinions expressed in this statement are those of the members of a citizen panel and were developed through the citizens' review process.They are NOT official opinions or positions endorsed by the State of Oregon or any government agency.A citizen panel is not a judge of the constitutionality or legality of any ballot measure,and any statements about such matters are not binding on a court of law. Key Findings Citizen Statement in Support of the Measure • Under M90,no political party could restrict non- Position taken by 5 of 19 panelists members from voting for its candidates during the primary. • Most elections are currently decided in low turnout • M90 treats all voters equally in every election. primaries.Candidates have won races with as little as Regardless of how Oregonians'political views may differ 7%of total voters in a district.M90 increases competi- every voter should have equal rights in every election. tion among primary candidates allowing the primary How or if they align with political parties shouldn't affect voters to vote at their discretion,regardless of party their rights as citizens. registration. • While all Oregon taxpayers fund the May primary • Currently,every party has the right to have a candidate election,voters who don't register as a Democrat or on General Election Ballot.M90 changes that and allows Republican are currently not allowed to participate in only the top two primary vote receiving candidates to primaries of the major parties.M90 would allow any advance to general election registered voters to vote for primary candidates of the • Proponents do not predict that M90 would increase major parties. voter participation.They are encouraged that M90 would • Under M90 all registered voters would have the unre- give all registered voters the opportunity to vote for any stricted right to Vote for any primary candidate. candidate in primary races. • Most elections are currently decided in low turnout • M90 gives a real choice to more Oregonians-those primaries.Candidates have won races with as little as Democrats and Republicans who live in districts domi- 7%of total voters in a district.M90 increases competi- nated by the other party.Their party's candidates for key tion among primary candidates allowing the primary offices have no real chance in the General election. voters to vote at their discretion,regardless of party • M90 could allow 499,335 Oregonians who have not regis- registration. tered as a Democrat or Republican to fully participate in • M90 differs from the Top Two systems of California and May Primary Elections.These Oregonians represent a Washington,because it allows voters to see candidates' large and growing share of the electorate. personal party registration and all party endorsements • M90 decreases choice in General Election for all voters. that s/he accepts.This information helps voters under- • The Top Two system is the only election method in use stand candidates'views and allies. throughout the country that allows only two candidates in the General Election. Citizen Statement in Opposition to the Measure Position taken by 14 of 19 panelists • A broad coalition opposes M90,including at least two election reform groups,as well as major and minor political parties. • M90 limits the voice of minority voters,minor parties, and grassroots campaigns.A diverse electorate needs choice&diversity in the General Election. • M90 has several drafting errors.The most significant appears to eliminate minor parties.Because M90 bars parties from nominating candidates,their regal status is in jeopardy.Another error could allow candidates with more than 50%of the primary vote to automatically win their election without a November run-off. • Home Rule counties have their own election systems independent of the statewide system.M90 could result in a confusing patchwork of contradictory election rules -candidates could have different rules in different areas of their district. • Turnout in Primary Elections is much lower than General Elections.M90 decreases choice in the General Election for all voters.Nationwide,Primary turnout has fallen to less than 15%,including Top Two states. Nisas iir s sure; Arguments 811 Argument in Favor Vote by Mail was opposed by both the Democratic and Republican and their powerful allies during the 1980s and This Open Primary is Simple 1990s-until 70%of voters enacted it.Today,the Open Primary is also fiercely opposed by Oregon's political Here's How it Works: establishment,who feel threatened by this equally clear and 1. Oregon holds primary elections in May. powerful idea: 2. Today,the primary election is closed,meaning We must unlock Oregon's"members only"closed primary Democrats can only vote for Democratic candidates and election. Republicans can only vote for Republican candidates. 3. Independent voters cannot vote in primaries.The As we learned so well during our public service,Oregonians Democrat or Republican candidates winning their may hold strong political views,and many are proud of affili- party's primary then face off in the General Election in ating with a particular party(or none at all).In fact,one of us November. served as a Republican,the other as a Democrat.But we are 4. A"Yes"vote for Measure 90 would change the primary Oregonians first,who deeply care about values like freedom, election process. choice,fair play,and equal treatment. 5. In an open primary election,all candidates for office would be listed on the ballot and all voters can vote for We Cannot Continue to Shut Out These Oregon Voters any single candidate they choose.The two candidates and Restrict Their Rights. with the most votes would advance to the General Vote Yes on Measure 90 Election,regardless of party affiliation. Phil Keisling,Former Secretary of State(1991-1999) IN OTHER WORDS... Norma Paulus,Former Secretary of State(1977-1985) 1. Only Democrats and Republicans are allowed to pick candidates in our May primary election,who will move (This information furnished by Phil Keisling,Oregon Secretary on to the November Election. of State(1991-99).) 2. Right now,primary elections exclude 650,000 Oregonians who haven't chosen party labels.They can't Argument in Favor vote at all in closed primary elections.They are locked out. Newspaper Editors Researched the Issue and Encourage You 3. Democrats and Republicans,excluding any other voters, to Vote Yes on Measure 90 pick candidates for the General Election.Political parties control the election instead of all voters in the district. "The top-two system makes the primary into a fair horse race 4. A"Yes"Vote for Measure 90 ensures everyone has the between all the candidates seeking an office...this system right to vote in primary elections. gives every candidate of every political stripe an equal head- 5. Under the open primary system,which is employed to-head opportunity to win a place on the November ballot. in most local races in Oregon already,all voters in a district v nth primary.Voters In Oregon,political parties desperately want to kill the can vote in the imar oters can choose any Y Y candidate they want,regardless of party.The two candi- top two system.Party leaders are frantic to preserve their dates with the most votes run in the November election. power.They argue that two candidates of the same party may advance to the general,depriving voters of a full spectrum of With Measure 90,We Will: choices when it really matters. • End the lockout of 650,000 Oregonians who are barred But this is baloney.Real choice consists of voting for whom- from voting in primary elections. ever you like,without the parties avidly pulling the strings." • Allow voters to select any candidate they want,regard- less of party affiliation-it gives us more choices. The DailyAstorian 08/25/2014 • Allow everyday Oregonians-instead of political party "What voters should know before November,though,is that leaders-to have more power over who we elect to Measure 90 would expand voter participation and reward represent us. moderate candidates.Both are good reasons to vote'yes.- Vote"YES"on Measure 90 The Oregonian,08/16/2014 (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, "In a nutshell,the big Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) g party folk and their financial enablers are happy with the status quo because it's so neat and clean. ...It works for them,but does it work for you?We join virtu- Argument in Favor ally every other Oregon newspaper in asserting that it does Every Oregon Voter Should Have the Opportunity not. to Vote in Every Election,Every Time Take a stand for participatory democracy.Vote yes on As a former Oregon Secretaries of State and guardians of our Measure 90." elections system,we believe that the 650,000 Oregonians who are barred from voting in primary elections today for The Yamhill Valley News Register,08/22/2014 Oregon's most important offices should be allowed by law to "An open primary would ensure that every voters'voice cast a vote. would matter in every election.Citizens would no longer Measure 90 ensures that everyone will have the full and be shutout from nominating candidates just because they equal right to vote. declined to be identified,on paper,as either Democrat or Republican." In every election,every Oregon voter-regardless of their particular party registration-should have an equal opportu- The Corvallis Gazette Times,07/09/2014 nity to choose from all candidates running for office. "We have consistently supported the open primary concept, Today,Republicans get a May primary ballot that only for good reasons.The strongest argument is that unaffiliated includes Republican candidates for key offices. Democrats voters- independents with a small'I' - may not vote in par- get their version.Do you believe the best person for the job tisan primaries.That's a huge chunk of the electorate shut out might be from a different party?Tough luck.Registered as of determining who will appear on the ballot in November." an independent voter or a member of another party?You're locked out,period. The Medford Mail Tribune,06/25/2014 5 Your Local Papers Did the Research,You Can Too.Visit Limited Voter Choices More Choices for Voters www.90forOregon.orq. Democrats can only vote Democrats can vote for any for Democrats candidate they want (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) Republicans can only vote Republicans can vote for any for Republicans candidate they want Argument in Favor It is illegal for independent Independents can vote for any We are Two Independent-Minded Lawmakers from Different voters to cast ballots candidate they want Parties and Different Parts of Oregon Political Parties Control Average Voters Control But We Know Measure 90 Will Help Stop Partisan Gridlock Elections Elections that Today's Closed Primaries Encourage Parties pick their candidates All voters pick their candi- for the General Election dates for the General Election If You Want More Bipartisanship,Vote YES on Measure 90 Rural Democrats and Urban All Voters,Urban and Rural, I'm State Senator Chris Edwards,a Democrat from Eugene Republicans Don't Matter Have an Eaual Vote Democrats in strong Democrats in strong I'm State Representative Vicki Berger,a Republican from Republican areas don't have Republican areas Salem a say in who will win the will finally have a General Election because no real vote in who will We don't always agree on policies,but we both agree that Democrat can win in their represent them Measure 90 will encourage elected officials in Oregon to district make decisions based on a proposal's merits,instead of whether partisan extremists like it. Republicans in strong Republican in strong Democratic areas don't have Democratic areas If we change the closed primary system,candidates will be a say in who will win the will finally have a forced to be accountable to all voters and not just a handful of General Election because no real vote in who will partisans. Republican can win in their represent them Measure 90 will also stop the unfair voter lockout.Right now, district 650,000 Oregon voters who have not chosen a party label are Independents can't vote at all Independents are free to cast locked out from voting in our current closed primary system. ballots in the primary Measure 90 ensures that everyone has a right to vote in our primaries. Learn more about Measure 90,the simple change that will unlock elections for all Oregonians. This seems common sense,especially because in the vast www.90fororegon.org majority of local elections,everyone can vote in the primary. It's right and just to allow every voter the opportunity to (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, vote in the primary election. Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) Opening the primary to all Oregon voters will encourage more of our lawmakers to vote their conscience instead of Argument in Favor just their party. Experts Who Study America's Political Divide Say:Open With Measure 90,We Get More BIPARTISANSHIP Primary Elections to All Voters With The Status Quo,Closed Primary,We Get More GRIDLOCK It's no secret that Congress is broken.The question is how With Measure 90.We Get More CHOICES TO VOTE to fix it.There isn't a silver bullet,but there are reforms that FOR CANDIDATES OF ANY PARTY can get us closer to better government,like open primary With The Status Quo,Closed Primary,We Get More elections EXTREME PARTISAN CANDIDATES This past year,The Bipartisan Policy Center's Commission With Measure 90,We Get More INDEPENDENT THINKING on Political Reform spent 18 months studying and crafting a report to investigate the causes and consequences of With The Status Quo,Closed Primary,We Get More America's partisan political divide and to advocate for spe- PARTISAN PANDERING cific reforms that will improve the political process. IF YOU WANT YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS TO WORK ACROSS The report outlines a number of important findings. THE AISLE TO SOLVE OREGON'S BIG PROBLEMS VOTE"YES"ON MEASURE 90. Key among them was opening partisan primary elections to independents and/or members of other parties,arguing that (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, to fix our broken political system"parties must engage more Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) than just a faction within their coalition.ill" Argument in Favor While open primaries are generally opposed by the political parties and by groups that fund highly partisan candidates, The Status Quo Closed Primary System vs.Measure 90 and open primaries are supported by many groups and individu- the Open Primary System als with a history of working across the aisle.including Decide for Yourself Oregon Congressman Kurt Schrader. Status Quo Closed Measure 90 and the Open With partisan primary elections,political parties control Primary System Primary System nominations,and ultimately who gets elected to office. 650,000 Oregon Voters 650,000 Voters Finally An open primary will allow average citizens to have more Locked Out Allowed to Vote power over who they elect. Independent voters not Independent voters are free to Oregon should help lead the way to ending partisan gridlock allowed to vote in closed, cast ballots in primary in Congress. partisan primaries elections Official 2014 General Elect on Vetere:Pampht*t 83 Vote Yes on Measure 90 to open primary elections to 650,000 choose Republicans.Non-affiliated(independent)and minor Oregonians who are locked out of the process. party voters are completely shut out of these elections. It's fair and simple. Measure 90 would implement what most local elections like [1]Commission on Political Reform.A Bipartisan Blueprint to mayor and county commissioner elections do today:We Let Strengthen our Democracy.June,2014 Everyone Vote. (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, Rather than running a campaign targeted at one party's voters, Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) we ran campaigns reaching out to all voters.We want to do the best for all the voters in our communities and we don't have to pledge a special allegiance to one party of the other. Argument in Favor ATTENTION EVERYDAY.GRASSROOTS Today,the closed primary election excludes 650,000 Oregon R voters.Elections are run to cater to what a small group of OREGON DEMOCRATS partisan voters care about. Your Democratic Party Leadership Dislikes Measure 90 Measure 90 is a better system.All voters will vote in a single Everyday,Hardworking Democrats Think Otherwise primary and choose among all candidates.The top two candi- dates will advance to the general election,regardless of party. The Insider Party Leadership Says:This measure is terrible 9 9 P Y for our party structure. Please join us in voting Yes on Measure 90. Everyday,Grassroots Democrats Say:The Internal party Tony Hyde,Columbia County Commissioner structure does not impact us or Democrats that we support.It Bill Baertlein,Tillamook County Commissioner looks like the party is afraid of change and we're not afraid of positive changes. Joshua Greene,Florence City Councilor The Insider Party Leadership Says:This concept has Mark Labhart,Tillamook County Commissioner unknown impacts on our party.We should stick with the Chrystal Shoji,Coos Bay Mayor status quo. Martha Schrader,Clackamas County Commissioner Everyday,Grassroots Democrats Say:Increasingly,special Henry A.Balensifer III,Warrenton City Commissioner interests are taking over our party.We need a change to take it back for the voters instead of those that write big checks. Tim Josi,Tillamook County Commissioner The Insider Party Leadership Says:This measure benefits Bill Hall,Lincoln County Commissioner big-money interests. Shirley Kalkhoven Everyday,Grassroots Democrats Say:Today,our elections (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, are run by big-money special interests.The Democratic Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) Party leadership controls nominations,and they don't speak for everyday,grassroots Democrats.Measure 90 will allow Argument in Favor average Democrats-rather than the Oregon Democratic Party Leadership—to have more power over which ***Open Primary Research Briefing*** Democrats to elect. Elway Research Conducted a 2008 Statewide Voter Survey in The Insider Party Leadership Says:Measure 90 would give Washington State After Washington Voters Adopted an Open, Democrats fewer choices. Top-Two Primary. Everyday.Grassroots Democrats Say:Over 130,000 Oregon Key Finding:76%of Washington Voters Democrats live in areas where only a Republican can likely win Preferred the New System. with the current gerrymandered district maps,like in Eastern In August 2008,the Washington State Secretary of State's and Southern Oregon.Measure 90 would give Democrats in Elections Division commissioned a statewide voter survey by these solid Republican districts a meaningful vote. Elway Research. -Grassroots Democratic Voters Are Voting Yes on Measure 90- Below are the Details from Elway Research.Call the (This information furnished by Brian Tosky.) Washington State Secretary of State's Elections Division for more information:(800)448-4881 Argument in Favor Voter Questions Open Primary Elections Work Great for Local Offices Question:The form used for the last several years is known Let Voters Choose Candidates with the Best Ideas Not Just as"Pick a Party."In this form,you were required to first pick Party Registration a party and then you were allowed to vote only for candidates Yes on Measure 90:General Election 2014 of that party.In general,did you like or dislike that system? As community leaders who stood for election in a local,open Question:In this year's primary,known as the'Top Two primary election,we believe an open primary allows voters Primary,'you could vote for any candidate for each race.You to make decisions based on a candidate's merits and ideas were not required to pick a party.In general,did you like or rather than party registration. dislike that system? If you're like us,you want the smartest,most ethical,hardest Key Findings: working public servants working for you.That is not limited • By almost 3 to 1,voters liked"Top Two" primary more to all Democrats or all Republicans.Neither party has a than"Pick a Party" corner on the market of smart,dedicated people who can • 76%of Washington voters liked the"Top Two"system solve our big problems. more than the old system • A solid majority of voters from all political parties Unfortunately,in Oregon today,some elections like for preferred the new system,including Democrats and Congress,the state legislature and other statewide offices Republicans. only let Democrats choose Democrats and Republicans Elway Research Conclusions: In Oregon today,650,000 Oregon voters are locked out from voting in our closed primary elections. "These results clearly indicated that the'Top Two'primary is popular across the spectrum of Washington voters.It was This is because political independents,not tied to a politi- widely preferred to the"Pick a Party"system among every cal party,cannot vote in the May primary elections.This is demographic and political category in this survey." unfair,and it bars nearly one third of Oregon voters from freely choosing candidates for office.Measure 90 is an open Find out more about how open primaries work to unlock elec- primary that ensures everyone—regardless of party labels- tions for all voters at www.90fororegon.org has a right to vote in the primary election. (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, Measure 90 Helps Us Elect Leaders on Their Merits Instead Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) of their Party Labels Argument in Favor This measure will allow voters to make decisions based on a candidate's merits—for example,their support for improving A Message from and sustaining our education system—rather than their party David Frohnmayer,Former Oregon Attorney General affiliation. Mark Frohnmayer,Equal Vote Coalition All too often in closed primaries today,candidates cam- What public policy areas do you care about?Education?The paign as education champions,and then get to Salem and environment?The economy?Health care?Whatever you care vote along party lines.In an open primary,every voter in about,there's something else that deserves your attention Oregon can vote for whatever candidate will truly prioritize —our system to choose the people who make all those other education—instead of just picking from all Democrats or all choices on our behalf. Republicans. We are required by the founding principles of our nation to Measure 90 Empowers Regular Voters Over Political Parties have an equal weight vote,specifically so our government will work for us. Unfortunately this founding vision has never Today,with closed,partisan primary elections,political been realized.There are two persistent inequalities in how we parties control who ends up on the ballot in November, vote that benefit special and partisan interests at the expense instead of all voters.Measure 90 will allow all of us to have of We the People as a whole. more power over who we choose to elect—instead of continu- ing to allow political party insiders to control elections. First,the spoiler effect:in our current system,whenever there are more than two candidates,the more similar ones Measure 90 Will Move Education Forward.Join Me in split supporters'votes,which often causes the election of a Voting Yes. candidate without the support of the majority.As a result, we're told not to"waste"our votes on long shots we like (This information furnished by Sue Levin,Chair of the Board of and instead choose only the"lesser evil"of the most heavily Stand for Children-Oregon.) funded candidates.The vote-splitting spoiler effect alone shuts out all minor party candidates and overwhelmingly Argument in Favor advantages moneyed interests. Teamsters Local 206 supports Measure 90 because it is an The second inequality is the closed partisan primary system issue of democracy,plain and simple.Our election system itself that excludes more than half of Oregon's voters from is dominated by the two major parties.It is broken and not having a meaningful representative voice and affords real getting any better. choice only between two polarized major party candidates deep in the money's pocket. Consider these facts: Are we surprised we have a disenchanted electorate and FACT:Our closed primary system prevents 650,000 minor special-interest-dominated governments mired in partisan party members and non-affiliated voters from voting in the gridlock? taxpayer-funded primary where up to 90%of all elections in Oregon are decided.Therefore,these 650,000 registered M90 explicitly directs the Legislature to"create a fully open, voters have no voice in selecting our leaders at the most equitable,and fair election system...through which all important phase of the process. Oregon electors may participate on an equal basis...so that all Oregon voters have the equal ability to select two finalist FACT:The Democratic and Republican Parties draw legisla- candidates..."This directive unambiguously requires that all tive district lines to ensure that all but a very few districts are voters be equal in all elections.No more partisan exclusion, "safe"for one or the other of the major parties.By doing so no more spoiler effect. they lock in very predictable election results in the primaries, and limited choice for general election voters. Let's make the equal vote another significant Oregon first. FACT:At the same time,people are"voting with their feet"by (This information furnished by Mark Frohnmayer,Equal Vote choosing to NOT register as either a Democrat or Republican. Coalition.) In fact,49%of young people under the age of 40 are no longer registered with either major party. Argument in Favor Measure 90 would allow all voters to vote when it matters, Sue Levin,Chair of the Board of Stand for Children—Oregon and by enhancing Oregon's system of fusion voting,it allows Vote Yes on Measure 90 to End the Lockout, minor parties to break out of the"spoiler"role to have a Lets us Choose Leaders Based on Merits meaningful impact in deciding who will lead our state. As board chair of the largest grassroots education advocacy Measure 90 will allow minor parties,as well as Democrats organization in Oregon,I know that our children's education and Republicans,to place endorsements of candidates is not a partisan issue.However,too often,lawmakers treat directly on the ballot in both the primary and general elec our schools and kids like a political football.Measure 90 will lions.This provides voters with more information than they help end political gamesmanship that often prevents us from have now,and it gives candidates a way to clearly express doing more for Oregon's public schools. their values directly to voters. Measure 90 Ends the Lockout of Thousands of Oregon Parents I have spent my career fighting for a bottom up,worker led labor movement,and I believe we need to bring those same Official 2014 Ge a1 Etaction Voters'Pamphlet as values to our democracy.The board of Teamsters Local 206 this state who are not members of either major party in the voted unanimously to support Measure 90,and we urge all primary election. Oregonians to join us in voting YES on Measure 90. Our current system also discriminates against the nearly 80 (This information furnished by Tom Leedham, Teamsters percent of Oregon voters-more than 1.6 million people- Local 206.) who live in districts that have been so badly gerrymandered that they are not seriously contested by one of the two major Argument in Favor parties in November.In those districts,the winner is decided by a handful of partisan primary voters,leaving the rest of us What Do... without a meaningful choice on the November ballot. Bob Levy.67-Year-Old.Republican Wheat Farmer from Echo,OR The Open Primary will change that for the better.If Measure and 90 passes,thousands more voters will have a meaning- ful Blackman,38-Year-Old.Democratic Tech Entrepreneur ful choice in the general election,and for the first time in from Portland,OR decades,a bigger voice in government. Have in common? It should come as no surprise that the party bosses who control elections in this state,and the special interests that (Well,not a whole lot.We certainly wear fund them,are spending millions to defeat Measure 90. different kinds of blue jeans.) The answer is that we both support Measure 90. Closed primaries,like we have in Oregon today,were designed to elect party loyalists and to allow a handful of 650,000 Oregonians—our friends and neighbors in urban and special interests to exert undue influence over our political rural Oregon—are locked out of voting in primary elections system.Measure 90 will take the power out of their hands and because they aren't registered with either major party.These put it in the hands of all Oregonians. voters pay taxes to support primary elections,but they aren't included in them.That's not fair,and it's contributing to the Let's take back our political system and give all Oregonians disastrous partisan gridlock that is plaguing our government. an equal voice in our elections.Vote"Yes"on Measure 90. Voters that are not affiliated with either major party are the Sal Peralta,McMinnville,Oregon fastest growing group of Oregon voters.That means year after year we are locking out more and more people from (This information furnished by Sal Peralta.) the key decisions about who will represent their interests as elected officials. Argument in Favor While we are members of political parties,we don't believe We are Two Independent-Minded Lawmakers from Different that those parties should control our elections. Parties and Different Parts of Oregon Voters should control elections,and all voters should be included. But We Know Measure 90 Will Help Stop Partisan Gridlock that Today's Closed Primaries Encourage Under Measure 90,all voters and candidates will be included in a single primary election for each office,with the top two If You Want More Bipartisanship,Vote YES on Measure 90 advancing to the general election,regardless of political party. I'm State Senator Chris Edwards,a Democrat from Eugene That means candidates will have to compete on merits and I'm State Representative Vicki Berger,a Republican from Salem ideas rather than on allegiance to a particular party or ideology. We don't always agree on policies,but we both agree that For most voters,including us,this will be a refreshing change. Measure 90 will encourage elected officials in Oregon to Please join us in supporting Measure 90 so that all voters are make decisions based on a proposal's merits,instead of equal in all elections and that politicians represent all of us whether partisan extremists like it. rather than just some of us. If we change the closed primary system,candidates will be VOTE YES ON MEASURE 90 forced to be accountable to all voters and not just a handful of IT'S GOOD FOR URBAN AND RURAL OREGON partisans. Sam Blackman,CEO and Co-Founder,Elemental Technologies Measure 90 will also stop the unfair voter lockout.Right now, Bob Levy,Partner,Windy River and 650,000 Oregon voters who have not chosen a party label are Third Levy,Partner,Windy Farmer locked out from voting in our current closed primary system. Measure 90 ensures that everyone has a right to vote in our (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson IL primaries. Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) This seems common sense,especially because in the vast majority of local elections,everyone can vote in the primary. Argument in Favor It's right and just to allow every voter the opportunity to vote in the primary election. As Secretary of the Independent Party of Oregon,I strongly believe in protecting the rights of minor political parties Opening the primary to all Oregon voters will encourage and all Oregon voters.I believe that our elections work best more of our lawmakers to vote their conscience instead of when more people have a meaningful vote. just their party. That is why I strongly endorse Measure 90 and the Open With Measure 90,We Get More BIPARTISANSHIP Primary. With The Status Quo,Closed Primary,We Get More Our current election system is failing us.For decades,our GRIDLOCK political system has festered with stalemate,stagnation,and With Measure 90.We Get More CHOICES TO VOTE FOR an absolute failure to respond effectively to the major issues CANDIDATES OF ANY PARTY of the day. With The Status Quo,Closed Primary,We Get More Part of the reason is that the closed primary rewards par- EXTREME PARTISAN CANDIDATES tisanship and discriminates against the 650,000 people in measures Mead 90 Arg ments With Measure 90.We Get More INDEPENDENT THINKING and are choosing not to associate as Republicans or With The Status Quo,Closed Primary,We Get More Democrats. PARTISAN PANDERING • We should do everything we can to ENCOURAGE young voters to participate,not lock them out of the process IF YOU WANT YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS TO WORK ACROSS because they are independent thinkers. THE AISLE TO SOLVE OREGON'S BIG PROBLEMS • It's time we update our election system to reflect the VOTE"YES"ON MEASURE 90. reality that 650,000 voters,including nearly 50%of those under 40,are not registered with a major party. (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, MEASURE 90 CREATES A SINGLE PRIMARY ELECTION OPEN Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) TO ALL VOTERS AND CANDIDATES,REGARDLESS OF PARTY (OR NO PARTY AT ALL) Argument in Favor That's the kind of system that makes sense for Oregon's Dear Fellow Oregonians: young voters who don't feel like either major party serves them well. As a Columbia County Commissioner and Chair of the VOTE YES ON MEASURE 90 TO END THE LOCKOUT OF Association of Oregon Counties,I strongly support Measure NEARLY HALF OF YOUNG OREGONIANS 90 and open,nonpartisan elections.The vast majority of counties in Oregon use open nonpartisan elections to elect (Give us a break and unlock elections.) commissioners because they include all voters,provide more Learn more atwww.90forOregon.orq choices,and reduce political partisanship.Every year more and more counties shift to this preferred system of voting. Jeremy Rogers,Age 33 Portland,Oregon In the past 8 years,10 counties have moved to nonpartisan 1. Jeff Mapes. The Oregonian,June 6,2014. "As Oregon elections for county commissioner positions including Union, voters leave the major parties,group revives proposal Crook,Harney,Klamath,Curry,Jefferson,Lake,Lincoln,Polk, for nonpartisan primary." and Tillamook.Voters in these counties have passed nonpar- 2. Oregon Secretary of State Voter Registration Statistics, tisan election ballot measures with as much as 80%of the May 2014 Primary Election vote.These counties have joined Multnomah,Washington, 3. Oregon Secretary of State Monthly Voter Registration Clackamas,Lane and most other counties in Oregon in Statistics,May 2014 holding nonpartisan elections. (This information furnished by Jeremy Rogers.) It's time to adopt these elections for Congress,state legisla- ture,and statewide offices. Argument in Favor Measure 90 is similar to nonpartisan elections for county Support Oregon jobs by passing Measure 90 and ending the commissioner with a few added benefits.Most importantly, partisan gridlock that hurts our economy under Measure 90,two candidates will always appear on the general election ballot,providing more choices to voters Business success depends on a government that functions than local nonpartisan elections,which can be decided in the well.But our election system is shutting out more than primary with 50%+1 of the vote. 650,000 voters and partisan politics is preventing us from making progress on critical issues. Measure 90 also provides more information to voters than local nonpartisan elections. For example,the party registra- Business success depends on quality infrastructure like roads tion of candidates will be printed on the ballot,maximiz- and bridges and a world class education system that prepares ing the information that voters have to help them choose students for the jobs of today and tomorrow. between candidates. But,partisan Primary elections are contributing to the grid- Measure 90 also simplifies the voting process in most coun- lock that is stopping us from making progress on these and ties and has the potential to save significant resources for other important issues. counties.Right now,most elections for mayor,city council, Rather than reaching out to all voters with solutions that work school board and county commission are nonpartisan,but for all of us,many politicians cater to the political parties and elections for state legislature,statewide offices and Congress do whatever it takes to win primary elections,which only are partisan.That means that counties have to send different include a small number of one party's voters. ballots to different voters based on their party registration. With Measure 90,all voters will receive one ballot for these We believe that when all voters are included in primary elec- offices,streamlining the process for county elections offices. tions.businesses will be better off because we all want the I hope that you join me in supporting Measure 90. same thing:Thoughtful leaders willing to work across the aisle to solve problems. (This information furnished by Earl Fisher,Columbia County Oregon's economy will not thrive until we end the partisan Commissioner.) gridlock that is plaguing our country. Argument in Favor Please join the Medford/Jackson County Chamber of IF YOU ARE UNDER 40,THERE IS A 49%CHANCE THAT YOU Commerce and Vote Yes on Measure 90 ARE LOCKED OUT OF VOTING Brad Hicks,President,Medford Chamber of Commerce FOR KEY OFFICES IN PRIMARY ELECTIONS (This information furnished by Brad Hicks,President and CEO, Nearly half of us can't vote in primary elections that we pay for. Medford/Jackson County Chamber of Commerce.) • 49%of voters under 40[1],and more than 50%of voters 18-24[2],are not registered as Democrats or Republicans Argument in Favor • These young voters(and 650,000 total voters statewide Measure 90 Gives Us More Choices—Not More Candidates [3])are therefore barred from voting in taxpayer funded Hand-Picked by Extreme Partisans in the Closed Primary primary elections for key state and federal offices like Governor, U.S.Congress,and state representative. There are many areas in Oregon that are dominated by • Young voters are part of a growing trend of Oregonians Democrats or Republicans.In those areas,elections are and Americans who are fed up with partisan politics dial 2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 87 effectively decided by a small number of party members who ideas they have to improve our communities instead of their vote in primary elections. political party. By allowing everyone to vote,Measure 90 ensures all voters (This information furnished by Dave Dillon,Chair,AG-PAC.) get a say in who represents them. Two Oregonians Explain How Their Votes Don't Really Count Argument in Favor Today and How Measure 90 Will Help There's Very Little the Candidates for Governor Agree On • I'm a Democrat from a Strong Republican Area:Jim Kelly But John Kitzhaber,a Democrat I own a cattle ranch in Grant County with my wife.We're And Dennis Richardson,a Republican about 225 miles from downtown Portland.In my area, Both Support Measure 90.Oregon's Open Primary Republicans are the majority party.Being a Democrat in our closed primary system,I can only vote for Democrats,who "Richardson and Kitzhaber support the ballot initiative to will never win in a General Election against a Republican. open Oregon's partisan primary races" Today I have no real choice in the General Election,because a The Salem Statesman-Journal,7/18/14 Republican will easily win my town. Vote YES on Measure 90. Measure 90 allows Democrats,and people from all parties,to We must bring Oregon closer together through: vote in primary elections,just like elections for school board BIPARTISANSHIP or mayor.Measure 90 gives us real choices instead of being stuck with a candidate the majority party picked. UNLOCKING ELECTIONS FOR 650,000 OF US WHO ARE BARRED FROM PRIMARY ELECTIONS TODAY • I'm a Republican from a Strong Democrat Area:Paul Fleck GIVING VOTERS THE CHOICE TO VOTE FOR ANY CANDIDATE I grew up in Eugene and am a young Republican active in THEY WANT,REGARDLESS OF PARTY LABEL politics.However,Democrats are the majority party in my dis- It's pretty simple.Learn more about how you can help bring trict.Being a Republican in our closed primary system,I can Oregon together at www.90fororegon.orq only vote for Republicans,who will never win in a General Election against a Democrat. (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, Today I have no real choice in the General Election,because a Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) Democrat will easily win my town. Argument in Favor Measure 90 allows Republicans,and people from all parties, to vote in primary elections,just like elections for school SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS SUPPORT MEASURE 90 TO board or mayor.Measure 90 gives us real choices instead of PROTECT OUR SCHOOLS being stuck with a candidate the majority party picked. Our fellow Oregon voters, Vote YES on Measure 90 for Real Choices As a nonaffiliated voter,school board member and retired (This information furnished by Jim Kelly.) superintendent,I have depended on our elected leaders in government to make tough,bipartisan decisions to reduce Argument in Favor class sizes,add elective courses and extend the school year. Farmers,Ranchers and Foresters Support Measure 90: Sometimes,that means elected leaders must cross party lines to do what's right instead of what's popular with politi- AG-PAC Says Vote Yes for Oregon's Open Primary!Yes on cal special interests. Measure 90! Unfortunately,our current closed primary system encour- We Elect Our Agricultural Leaders Based on Their Ideas and ages your elected leaders to vote with the powerful special Work Ethic,Not Party Labels interests instead of making decisions for the people they rep- resent.When elected officials choose to vote with the people • Measure 90 Will Allow Oregonians to Vote for the instead of these special interests,they are often threatened Candidate with the Best Ideas,Rather Than the Party with more partisan opponents in a primary election. They Selected When They Registered to Vote The threat of a"primary challenge"from a Democrat or Can you imagine if local farm bureau elections were run like Republican who will vote more strictly with their party will our closed primary system with Republican farmers only continue to dog independent thinking lawmakers who dare to choosing from Republicans and Democrat farmers only stand up to special interests on the far right and far left. choosing from Democrats?Or FFA elections?Or high school officer elections?That's ludicrous.We should have the right I support Measure 90 because our government leaders to vote for the best leaders from whatever party label to get should be elected on their ideas and merits instead of their the job done. party.Our closed party system benefits political parties and • Farmers are Democrats,Republicans and Independents: the political establishment instead of students and parents in our communities. Party Labels Don't Really Matter Farmers need their elected leaders to understand agriculture It's also unfair that over 650,000 Oregon voters are prevented and work hard to get the job done.There are hardworking from voting in Oregon primary elections. Democrats,Republicans and Independents.There are also P P Many of these"locked out"voters,including myself,are not-as-worthy Democrats,Republicans and Independents. parents nt s o f schoolchildren w ho care about how their elected Just like in any other election in which we choose our leaders, officials vote on school policies.They have no say over who we should elect candidates based on their ideals,values, ends up on the ballot in the general election.We all deserve ideas and follow through.Not a party label a say,just like all school elections.Everyone should have • AG-PAC Supports Measure 90 and You Should Too. the opportunity to vote on candidate races that impact their schools and all Oregonians. It's just common sense to choose leaders based on what Please Vote for Measure 90 to Support and Respect Our Schools and Parents, $8.::"' .Measures I Measure 90 Arguments Douglas M.Nelson,Ed.D The Insider Party Leadership Says:This measure benefits big-money interests. Retired Superintendent Bend,La Pine Schools Everyday.Grassroots Republicans Say:Today,our elections Board Member,High Desert ESD and the Oregon School are run by big-money special interests.The Republican Party Boards Association leadership controls nominations,and they don't speak for (This information furnished by Douglas M.Nelson,Ed.D, everyday,grassroots Republicans.Measure 90 will allow Retired Superintendent,Bend La Pine Schools,Board Party der Republicans-rather than the Oregon Republican Member,High Desert ESD and the Oregon School Boards Repy Leadership—to have more power over which Association.) Republicans to elect. The Insider Party Leadership Says:Measure 90 would give Argument in Favor Republicans fewer choices. As the old saying goes,"he who writes the rules wins the Everyday,Grassroots Republicans Say:Over 225,000 Oregon game."When it comes to our election system,the rules are Republicans live in areas where only a Democrat can likely win written by the two major parties. with the current gerrymandered district maps,like in Portland, Eugene and Ashland.Measure 90 would give Republicans in I am a leader in my union,the International Union of these solid Democratic districts a meaningful vote. Operating Engineers.Our union members built the bridges, roads and offices on the Portland metropolitan skyline. (This information furnished by Jacob Daniels.) They also maintain the Columbia River channel to allow the import and export cargo shipping that drives commerce in Argument in Favor the region.When you see a construction crane or a piece of heavy machinery on a worksite,there is a good chance you Preserving Oregon's Rivers and Natural Spaces Is Not a Party will find a union operating engineer behind the controls. Issue.It's a Legacy Issue Based on my experience,there is one thing I can say with Measure 90 Will Allow Us to Elect People Who Prioritize absolute certainty:Working people are held hostage by our Conservation No Matter Their Party current political system,which is designed to benefit the more powerful forces of the two major parties.Working peo- Our river systems are the backbone of agriculture,industry pie's issues will never rise to the forefront in such a system. and recreation.Yet millions of river miles across the United States fail to fully support aquatic life.Over the last 50 years, Our current closed primary system has excluded far too human impacts have altered stream habitat,resulting in poor many people for far too long.It's time we elevate a new set of water quality and damaged ecosystems—creating a signifi- diverse voices to help set the governance agenda of the state. cant need to restore them. Measure 90 will allow members of minor parties— as well We can't fix rivers by ourselves.We need partners in as non-affiliated voters—to cast a meaningful vote in the government,whether they are Democrats,Republicans, primary.I used to be registered as a member of the Working Independents or members of minority parties,to prioritize Families Party,but had to re-register as a Democrat in order revitalizing our rivers and other natural spaces. to receive a ballot with more inspiring options than just voting on 20 non-partisan judge positions.Measure 90 would Today,with Oregon's closed primary election,candidates let me and those like me register as a minor party member, of both parties are forced to cater to the far right or far left while still having a meaningful impact in setting the election wings of their parties. agenda in the primary when it actually matters. Too many times,the extreme partisans who control primary As a fifth generation Oregonian,I believe we need more elections are either: voices in politics and we need to break the ways in which our • Opposed to any new environmental protections;or system is rigged against working people,which is why I'm • Opposed to anything short of drastic,unrealistic voting yes for Measure 90. regulations. (This information furnished by Nelda Wilson,Business There is a third.more sane and preferable option when it Manager&Financial Secretary,International Union of comes to crafting sensible.forward-thinking environmental Operating Engineers,L701.) policies.and Measure 90 makes it possible. Argument in Favor When we unlock our primary elections and allow all Oregon voters to cast ballots in primary races,citizens will choose ATTENTION EVERYDAY.GRASSROOTS who they elect instead of political parties.All too often, OREGON REPUBLICANS political party extremists on both sides of the aisle threaten Your Republican Party Leadership Dislikes Measure 90 our elected officials with an opponent who will cater to their purist party values. Everyday,Hardworking Republicans Think Otherwise This type of partisan polarization produces gridlock on key The Insider Party Leadership Says:This measure is terrible environmental policymaking and limits choices for voters. for our party structure. In Oregon,a voter should have the right to vote for any candi- Everyday,Grassroots Republicans Say:The Internal party date that Prioritizes our rivers and natural spaces.Measure 90 structure does not impact me or the Republican candidates makes that possible. that I support.It looks like a handful of party members are just guarding their turf. Our Rivers and Natural Spaces Deserve Bipartisan Support. The Insider Party Leadership Says:This concept has unknown Measure 90 Makes it Possible.Please Vote Yes on Measure 90. impacts on our party.We should stick with the status quo. (My leadership with the Freshwater Trust is for identification Everyday,Grassroots Republicans Say:Republican candi- purposes only) dates in Oregon haven't won a statewide election for over a decade.Things can't get any worse for Republican candi- (This information furnished by Joe Whitworth,President, The dates.We need a change. Freshwater Trust.) ficiat 2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 89 Argument in Favor not chosen a party,but that doesn't mean we should be barred from joining other Oregonians in deciding who California's Open Primary Experience: will represent us.Measure 90 will allow every Oregon **Academic Research Briefing** voter the opportunity to vote in primary elections. • Oregon's closed primary system encourages candidates Researchers from the University of Southern California, toe the party line instead of reaching across the aisle and American University and the California Institute of Technology doing what's right for all of us. Examined the Impacts of the Open Primary in California that • Business success depends on a well-functioning govern- Was Implemented in 2012. ment.But partisan gridlock in Salem and in Washington Below are excerpts from studies conducted to determine D.C.has made it increasingly hard for elected officials whether the open primary worked in California to reduce to work together to craft and execute bipartisan plans to political polarization. support our communities. • Measure 90 creates a single primary election among all Christian R.Grose.2014."The Adoption of Electoral Reforms voters and candidates for each office,with the top two and Ideological Change in the California State Legislature." vote-getting candidates advancing to the general elec- University of Southern California.Price School of Public Policy. tion,regardless of political party.This means all voters Schwarzenegger Institute Research R-port.February 24.2014. can participate and choose their favorite candidate,and politicians will be accountable to all voters. SIGNIFICANT FINDINGS We Respectfully Ask You to Join Us in Voting Yes on Early evidence suggests electoral reforms in California are Measure 90 to Include All Oregonians in Election Decisions associated with an ideological shift in the State Legislature, and to Put the Power of People and Ideas Over Political Parties toward the center. Since the introduction of top-two primaries and indepen- Peter Roscoe,Owner,Fulios Pastaria and Tuscan Steak House dently drawn district lines,the Legislature is becoming (Astoria,Oregon) more moderate and less polarized. Bryan Steelman,Owner,,Por Que No?Taqueria(Portland, Since the reforms took effect: Oregon) • Senators and Assembly members are more moderate Cheri Helt,Owner,Zydeco Kitchen and Cocktails and overall,and Co-Chair,Bend-La Pine School Board(Bend,Oregon) • Polarization between the two parties,as demonstrated by an analysis of members'votes,has been reduced by (This information furnished by Maurice A. Henderson II, 15 percent in the Assembly and 10 percent in the Senate. Campaign Manager,Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) Christian R.Grose,J.Andrew Sinclair.and Antoine Yoshinaka. Argument in Favor 2014. "Do Electoral Institutions Matter?The Top-two Primary and Ideological Change in the California State Legislature." Independent Voters of Oregon,known as"IVOO",is an Paper presented at the University of California Berkeley IGS association of independent and independent-minded voters. Symposium"California's Too Two Primary." Neither a political party nor a traditional government reform Political Polarization in the California Legislature Before and group,IVOO is dedicated to the proposition that all voters are created equal. After the Electoral Reforms Using these legislator ideology scores,we examine the What does this mean?It means that no voter should be extent of ideological polarization in the California Legislature compelled to join a political party to exercise his or her right before the reforms were implemented(2011)and following to vote,and that federal,state,county and municipal govern- the reforms(2013).The empirical evidence suggests that ments belong to the people,not the parties.Further,it means political polarization has been reduced in both the Assembly that we need to re-engineer the primary system to take into and the Senate in 2013 when compared to 2011. account the fact that 30 percent of Oregon voters--or 663,197 • The evidence we have offered so far clearly demon- --are excluded from voting in the primaries.On this basis, strafes the California Legislature is more moderate and IVOO enthusiastically endorses Ballot Measure 90,the Open less polarized across the political parties in 2013 than in Primary Initiative. pre-reform 2011. IVOO is part of the national movement that targets partisan- • The top-two is more than just an open primary—the ship as the Number One cause of our stalled democracy. potential for a same party runoff gives the election lndependentVoting.org,the national association of indepen- another path towards rewarding moderation. dent voter groups to which IVOO belongs,has organizations (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, in 40 states. Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) Partisan primaries are a recipe for partisanship!And partisan- ship thwarts innovation,stifles free-thinking,and prevents Argument in Favor new progressive coalitions from forming.This must change! OREGON SMALL BUSINESS LEADERS ENCOURAGE YOU TO Partisan primaries are taxpayer funded,yet they excluded VOTE YES ON MEASURE 90 hundreds of thousands of taxpayers from participating in All Candidates Should be Weighed on Merits and Ideas Not what is often the decisive first round of elections!This also must change. Just Party Labels The latest Gallup poll reports that 42 percent of Americans We're small business owners in Oregon.We're not political consider themselves independent.Among young Americans party leaders or lobbying groups.We employ hundreds of the percentage is higher.Pew Research Center surveys friends and neighbors in towns across Oregon.We support show that half(50 percent)of youth ages 18 to 33 now Measure 90,the Oregon Open Primary Measure because: describe themselves as political independents.In Oregon, • We work hard to grow our businesses and provide where voter turnout among young people is 6 points higher opportunities for our employees.That takes cooperation than the rest of the country,40 percent of young voters are and input from everyone in the company.This type of independents.These young voters must have a meaningful cooperation and inclusiveness is sorely lacking in Salem place in the system. and Washington D.C. • Oregon's closed partisan primary system excludes Rather than trying to foster a particular outcome—like more 650,000 voters.Many of us and our employees have moderation in the legislature—IVOO support for Measure 90 90 Measures(.Measure 9t Argu ents is based on a desire to end exclusion and give everyone an attorney had presented these flimsy arguments in my court- equal vote. room I would have determined that such arguments have no weight.None of the legal theories that the opponents have Vote Yes on Measure 90. presented hold water. (This information furnished by Dave Ellis,Independent Voters My guess is that opponents do not have any good reason for of Oregon.) shutting out 650,000 Oregonians from our primary elections, other than protecting their stranglehold over election results. Argument in Favor Instead,they created questionable legal arguments to distract If the two party political system is working for you stop voters from the.real issue:they don't want independent think- reading this statement right now.For the rest of us,let's con- ers messing with their elections. sider a different way of organizing our elections.Measure 90 makes several important fixes to our broken election system. Measure 90 is clear,straightforward and simple: • Minor parties will not be eliminated; The leadership of the Working Families Party has voted to • There will be a primary and a general election in each support Measure 90 for two simple reasons: race;and 1. Our members are locked out.Registered WFP • Our elections system will be less complicated and more members—along with members of other minor parties unified than it is today. and non-affiliated voters—make up the 650,000 Oregonians who are currently prohibited from voting in Don't be fooled by flimsy and baseless legal arguments. our closed primary system,even though up to 90%of all These days you can hire a lawyer to say just about anything. races in the state are settled in in the primary. We're smarter than that. 2. Measure 90 allows minor parties to play more than just the election"spoiler."Measure 90 strengthens Measure 90 is a clear,simple way to allow all Oregon voters Oregon's system of"fusion voting"which allows minor to choose whom they want to vote for—regardless of party political parties to participate meaningfully in elections labels.It just makes sense. by making on-the-ballot endorsements of candidates that share our values. (This information furnished by Lyle C. Velure,Retired Circuit Court Judge.) As a minor party,the WFP is keenly aware of the ways in which election rules have historically been used to marginal- ize minor parties.However,we believe Measure 90 opens up space for more voters and more parties to impact the gover- nance of our state. The two major parties have drawn so many"safe"legislative districts in the state that it is often the case that one of the major parties does not even bother to run a candidate—or they run a very weak candidate—in many parts of Oregon. Therefore,it is not hard to imagine that under Measure 90 a member of a conservative-leaning minor party could advance to the second round of voting in a rural district,or that a progressive-leaning minor party candidate could advance in an urban area.This creates real competition while removing the general election"spoiler"trap faced by minor parties under our current system. For these reasons,the WFP proudly supports Measure 90, and we urge Oregonians to join us in voting YES. (This information furnished by Steve Hughes,State Director, Oregon Working Families Party.) Argument in Favor Don't be Fooled:Measure 90 is Legal, Straight Forward and Simple A message from The Honorable Lyle C.Velure Retired Circuit Court Judge of the State of Oregon As a retired circuit court judge,I spent part of my career examining facts in cases that had profound impacts on Oregonians'lives.I've considered the legal arguments that Measure 90's partisan opponents are making,and they are simply false. It's a shame that the moneyed special interests that run entrenched political institutions are attempting to convince fellow citizens to oppose Measure 90 on the basis of fear, uncertainty,doubt,and unsupportable,unverified legal analysis. Measure 90's opponents have recently presented voters with supposed"drafting errors"contained in the measure.If their Official 2014 Gehitrat Election Voters' Pamphlet 81 Argument in Opposition four Democratic candidates.Only two Republicans entered the race.Democrats split the vote,clearing the way for both I used to support the Top Two system,but when I saw it in Republicans to win the primary contest. practice in other states.I changed my mind. That is not choice.It is not democracy.And there is nothing I support the goals of an open primary;giving voters more "open"about this new election proposal. choices,pushing candidates to the center,and increasing voter participation.Unfortunately the initial evidence from "Multi-party primary"election campaigns would begin our neighboring state says that the open primary not only earlier,be more costly,promote voter confusion,and fre- does not accomplish these goals,it makes it worse. quently create fall elections with fewer choices for Oregon voters,including effectively forcing minor parties off Top Two elections don't reduce partisanship.At best,what Oregon's November ballot. we've seen in California and Washington is no discernible change to the power of the major political parties.There is no If the well-intentioned aim of Measure 90 is a more moderate, evidence that candidates are becoming any less extreme or "play-nice"legislature,this clearly misses the mark.It is an any more representative of their districts. experiment in wishful thinking. Top Two does not provide more voter choice. The losers will be Oregon voters with diminished electoral choices. Results-to-date show that minor parties are virtually elimi- nated from the fall ballot,when more people vote,reinforcing Please join me in voting No on Measure 90.It is not a solution. the exclusive power of the major parties. Governor Barbara Roberts In other states,we've seen the Top Two lead major party leaders to start making candidate selections in private,well (This information furnished by Governor Barbara Roberts.) before primary voters even weigh in. Argument in Opposition Top Two elections don't increase voter turnout.In California and Washington,the turnout trend in primaries has only Check the Facts:Minor Parties Will Thrive Under Measure 90 continued dropping.More than twice as many people vote in November as do in the primaries,even with a Top Two The information being portrayed about the impact of primary.However these additional voters have a much Measure 90 on minor parties is simply inaccurate. restricted choice and no way of showing their real preference. Myth:Measure 90 Shuts Out Minor Parties They can't even vote for a write-in candidate. At the very least,we should wait to see how this unfolds in This is simply not true. California and Washington.So far,the proponents'hopes Facts on Open Primaries:In the 2014 May primary,14 have been unfulfilled.Maybe the systems will improve,but minor party candidates advanced to the general election in until then we shouldn't rush to join in their unpromising Washington legislative races under a top-two primary system. experiment. These minor party candidates will now be running against I'm voting No on Measure 90. one other candidate,where they actually have a chance of John Calhoun winning rather than just acting as a third candidate spoiler in an election that is really between the candidates of the two Managing Partner, InsideValuation Partners LLC major parties. (This information furnished by John Calhoun.) Measure 90 is even more favorable to minor parties. Under Measure 90 minor parties can field their own candi- Argument in Opposition dates in the primary election AND minor parties can cross- endorse in the primary and general election to help voters Fellow Oregonians, distinguish between multiple Democrats or Republicans. I strongly urge you to VOTE NO on Measure 90. Under current law,minor parties are not included in primary elections at all.They can only access the general election We all want government to work better;we all want our ballot through petition or nominating convention(unlike elected leaders to work together.However,Measure 90 is definitely not the solution to solve political party friction. major party primaries,under the current system minor parties don't have the benefit of publicly funded primaries). This measure would severely limit the choices available to Under Oregon's current system a minor party candidate has not voters on the General Election ballot.Minor party voices won a general election in an Oregon legislative race since 1974. would be silenced and voters would often be forced to choose between just two candidates from the same party. That's why Measure 90 is strongly supported by leaders of Under this proposed election scheme,Democrats could be Oregon minor parties. forced to either vote for a Republican in many races,or not "As Secretary of the Independent Party of Oregon,I strongly vote at all.In other districts,Republicans could find their only believe in protecting the rights of minor political parties and choice is a Democrat in the fall election. all Oregon voters.I believe that our elections work best when and Washington have tried this experiment.We more people have a meaningful vote.That is why I strongly California endorse Measure 90 and the Open Primary." Sal Peralta should learn from th eir Washington mistakes. "Working Families Party endorses top-two primary initiative In Washington State in the fall election,Congressional District 4 voters will have to choose between two conserva- ht tp:!/bit.lOregon's ballot."Jeff Mapes,The Oregonian.July 25,2014. tive Republicans with almost identical platforms.The nearly 80,000 people who voted for a Democrat in 2012 will have no Don't be fooled by the rhetoric.Check the facts.Visit candidate who represents them on the 2014 ballot. www.90forOregon.org to learn more about Measure 90 and California's Congressional District 31 faced an equally limited how it supports minor parties. voter choice in 2012.This Democratic-majority district fielded (This information furnished by Maurice A. Henderson 11, Campaign Manager, Vote Yes on 90 Campaign Committee.) 92 Measures,) measure 90 Arguments Argument in Opposition to limit choices for all voters in the General Election.That means fewer choices and less of a voice for younger,working Oregon Republicans say VOTE NO on Ballot Measure 90 voters who tend to only vote in the General. The Oregon Republican Party opposes Measure 90 in its We need an elections system that works for everyone,not just entirety! a smaller and smaller group of voters.That means preserving Oregon already has a competitive elections system that allows choices for voters when it counts the most—in the fall election. for voters to choose the parties and candidates that best speak Measure 90 would shut minor parties and independent to their values.The right of voters to have meaningful choices candidates out of the fall election.Voters would be forced to on the ballot,and the right for political parties to nominate choose between just two candidates,who will almost always candidates,are fundamental to our political freedom. • be from the two major political parties,sometimes with only Measure 90 deprives many voters the opportunity to choose a"choice"between two candidates from the same party. between candidates from different parties to determine who Of all the Primary Elections systems in use throughout the will represent them. country,the Ton Two is the only one that limits voter choices Measure 90 will make candidates'beliefs less clear to Oregon in the General Election. voters. Oregon Nurses urge you to vote No on Measure 90. Measure 90 has the immediate effect of freezing out minor Sarah Baessler party candidates from the general election.Two candidates of Oregon Nurses Association the same party can even be on the general election ballot. Contrary to the claims of supporters of Measure 90,this (This information furnished by Sarah Baessler,Director of Y pp Health Policy and Government Relations,Oregon Nurses measure will impair thoughtful debate,preventing a clear Association.) understanding of where candidates stand on the issues. • Measure 90 violates your right of free association. Argument in Opposition "The right to associate for the election of candidates is fundamental to the operation of our political system." Vote No on Measure 90! (US Supreme Court).Under Measure 90,smaller political It SHOULD be Illegal for 650,000 Oregonians to Vote parties will be driven out of existence. • Measure 90 is confusing,poorly drafted,and will create We,the political establishment,moneyed special interests unintended consequences which will discourage voter and lobby groups of Oregon from the far right and the far left participation in elections. control politics. • Measure 90 violates your right to vote for the candidate We like it that way. of your choice in the general election and eliminates write-in votes and minor party candidates in the General We control a lot of the groups that you trust,too,because we Election. have enough money to fund pretty much every interest group in Oregon. The Oregon Republican Party firmly believes that Oregon We can only maintain our control over elections and political voters are best served and more likely to vote when the candidates when we keep out independent voters,who think debate of vital public policy issues includes all points of for themselves. view and vigorous competition.Organized groups of voters should be allowed to vet and hold candidates accountable for We only want our party loyalists to vote in closed primaries, upholding the principles they promised to support. because they will elect people to do our will in the State The Oregon Republican Party urges you to Vote NO Capitol and Congress. on Measure 90. WE DON'T WANT INDEPENDENT THINKERS, ANY OF THE 650,000 OF THEM,ENDING OUR (This information furnished by Art Robinson,Chairman, STRANGLEHOLD ON ELECTIONS. Oregon Republican Party.) We've excluded 650,000 voters from OUR elections in OUR Oregon. Argument in Opposition The number of Oregon voters we have prevented from voting Oregon Nurses Say NO to Measure 90 in OUR primary elections: The Oregon Nurses Association represents nearly 12,000 • Could Fill Autzen and Reser Stadiums 6.5 Times registered nurses across the state.We advocate on behalf of • Is More Than the Entire Population of the City of Portland our members and their patients,who come from every walk • Could Fill the Moda Center,Where the Blazers Play, of life.Our core values are integrity,respect,mutual support 32 Times and professional excellence. • Is More than the Entire Populations of the Cities of Bend, Eugene,Beaverton,Baker,Corvallis,Astoria,St.Helens, We're opposing Measure 90 because it would take away the Coos Bay,Prineville,Roseburg,Ashland,Medford, choices available to all voters in the General Election,and Madras,Grants Pass,John Day,Klamath Falls,Florence, would limit the voices of young people,communities of color, Newport,Hubbard and Heppner COMBINED. new voters,and single,working parents in our electoral • Is the Number of Oregonians Who Purchase Fishing process. Licenses Annually Measure 90 would not increase turnout Now you know the real reason why you should VOTE NO on Measure 90. Despite the claims from the backers of this measure,Top Two Keep the independent thinkers out of OUR elections elections do not increase voter participation.In fact,Primary in OUR Oregon. Election voter turnout in Washington and California has actu- ally dropped since they adopted Top Two elections. www.votenoon90.com Measure 90 would give dramatically more power to Primary (This information furnished by Maurice A. Henderson II, Election voters,who as a group are older,less-diverse,and Campaign Manager,Vote Yes on 90.) wealthier than General Election voters and the population as a whole.This narrow group of voters would have the power C)ffi�al 2G14` ... Election Voters'Pamphlet Argument in Opposition Measure 90 Myth Measure 90 takes away your choice. This measure will bring more money into politics Imagine a store where you can buy Coke,Pepsi,juice,energy Measure 90 Facts drinks,water,and many other beverages.But you go back Big donors own elections today because they can essen- to the store in November and can only buy Coke or Pepsi.Or tially fund their own candidate in a closed primary where a even worse,only Coke and Diet Coke.You don't drink soda, campaign only pays to appeal to a small number of parti- but that's all they have because Coke and Pepsi were the san voters.With an open primary,the wealthy individuals most popular beverages earlier in the year. and special interests who write big checks,lose. You wouldn't put up with a store that didn't let you buy juice Measure 90 Myth because it wasn't one of the top two beverages.Why put up Open primaries have failed voters in California and with it when choosing political leaders? Washington How much choice do you have when the only two candi- Measure 90 Fact dates on the ballot in November are two Democrats,two Republicans,or one of each? In 2008,after Washington voters adopted an open primary, Washington's Secretary of State surveyed voters to gauge That's what happens in California and Washington where satisfaction with the open primary.76%of Washington only two candidates on Election Day is the law.General elec- voters liked the"Top Two"system more than the old system. tions have only two candidates,often from the same party: two Democrats or two Republicans! In California,three academic researchers from the University of Southern California,the California Institute Robber barons in the 1800s passed laws to give themselves of Technology and American University examined the an economic monopoly.They used laws to corner the market, impacts of California's new open primary.They found, raise prices and rake in lucrative profits-without competition "The empirical evidence suggests that political polarization getting in their way. has been reduced in both the Assembly and the Senate in 2013 compared to 2011." Proponents of Measure 90 want a political monopoly.They want to shield their favored candidates-usually incumbents Christian R.Grose,J.Andrew Sinclair,and Antoine -from competition.They want to pander to their special inter- Yoshinaka.2014. "Do Electoral Institutions Matter?The est pals-without political challengers getting in their way. Top-Two Primary and Ideological Change in the California State Legislature." Proponents claim Measure 90 will increase voter turnout in primary elections.But after California passed this law,the Get more facts at www.90fororegon.org 2014 primary election had the lowest voter turnout in history. (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson Il, Measure 90 greases the skids for incumbents and multi- Campaign Manager,VoteYes on 90.) millionaires while practically outlawing grassroots candidates who offer voters fresh choices from new political parties, Argument in Opposition Democratic and Republican challengers,independents,and write-in candidates. Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon Urges You To Vote NO on Measure 90 to Protect Your Voice Many measures could substantially improve voter participa- tion,but Measure 90 will make things worse.It hands elec- By limiting election choices to just two candidates in the fall, tions to incumbents,millionaires,and elites while silencing Measure 90 would deny many voters the ability to vote for the voice of everyday workers,taxpayers and citizens. candidates who truly represent their values and positions. Vote No on Measure 90. In many legislative races,voters would be forced to choose between two candidates from just one party—with very (This information furnished by Nicholas Sarwark,Libertarian similar platforms.In many races,that will mean that voters National Committee.) will only be able to choose between two candidates who both oppose women's right to reproductive choices. Argument in Opposition The negative impacts on women's health are already clear Before You Read the Statements Against Measure 90, in Washington,a"Top Two"state.Because of the Top Two, Consider the Myths and Facts Below voters in the state's 4th Congressional District this fall will have their choice of voting between: Measure 90 Myth • Conservative Republican Clint Didier,who is anti-choice,or This measure gives voters fewer choices • Conservative Republican Dan Newhouse,who is anti-choice. Measure 90 Facts And those will be the only choices available to voters in the Measure 90 actually creates more choice in the General Election. congressional race,thanks to the Top Two.Pro-choice voters lection.The idea that voters have"choice"in the General Election under the current system is a farce. in the district will be forced to choose between one of these anti-choice candidates,or simply not vote at all. In Portland,whoever wins the Democratic primary wins the As Choice Advocates,It's Critical That We Protect Our Voice General Election.It doesn't matter who else is on the ballot. and Protect Our Vote Same thing for Republicans in rural Oregon. Under Measure 90,all voters will have a real choice Across the country,there have been more attacks on our between two candidates in the General Election.They may reproductive freedoms in the past three years than in the be from the same party,but that's a real choice for all the entire previous decade.Voters are ready to defend women's voters in the district to make instead of just one party's health champions— and defeat politicians who want to turn primary voters and party insiders. back the clock on women's access to health care. When politicians dismiss and demean women's health,we believe they should pay for it at the ballot box.But that can't happen if our only options are two anti-choice candidates. 94 Measures( ure 9u Arguments Please Join Us In Voting NO On This Measure To Protect The Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters Voice Of Pro-Choice Voters Oregon AFSCME Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon WorOur king America (This information furnished by Meghan W.Moyer,Campaign Oregon Economic Building ire Fairness Oregon Council Economic Fairness Oregon Manager/Protect Our Vote Coalition.) Joint Council of Teamsters#37 Oregon School Employees Association Argument in Opposition Strictly Organic Coffee Co. SEIU Local 503 and 49 Ask You to Vote No on Measure 90 Ballot Access News Measure 90 Would Give Even More Power to Corporate The Free and Equal Elections Foundation Interests Go to NoOnMeasure90.orq to learn more and join the coalition! This measure was put on the ballot and is being funded by a (This information furnished by Meghan W Moyer,Campaign small handful of wealthy individuals,corporate CEOs,and Manager/Protect Our Vote Coalition.) the biggest corporate lobbying groups in the state. These special interests want to rewrite the rules of our elec- Argument in Opposition tions in order to make it easier for them to elect politicians Oregon AFSCME is opposed to Measure 90 and the effort to who side with their narrow corporate agenda at the expense replace our election system based on the whims and specula- of working people. tion of a handful of the very rich. Measure 90 Limits the Voices of Working People The measure throws away the way we elect candidates and Working people often participate less in primary elections sets up a system where elections will cost more and voters because they are busy.But under Measure 90,the power to will have less choice in the general election.The handful of make most of the important political choices will be given just people who vote in the primary will have far more power. to primary election voters,who tend to be less diverse and wealthier than general election voters. The members of AFSCME believe that having less choice when more people vote is a recipe for less democracy and We don't want a system where very few voters will have the that is something we cannot support. power to pick just two candidates for the rest of us.We need real choices for the majority of people who only have time to If we want to fix the problems with our democracy,we should vote once a year. increase participation by making it easier to register to vote. We should all work to engage more voters in the process,not Measure 90 Would Silence Grassroots Campaigns push elections away from the majority of people,which is In order for working Oregonians to have voice,we need can- what would happen under Measure 90. didates who know what it is like to care for a family,struggle This measure was drafted by lobbyists with no input from the to make ends meet,and go to work every day.Measure 90 public.Because of that,the measure has a series of serious will shut out candidates of modest means by increasing the flaws that the proponents don't want to talk about. cost of elections. This measure is ripe for playing games.The supporters,who Only the most well-funded candidates would make it through are almost entirely millionaires,CEOs,and corporate lob- the Top Two primary.Grassroots campaigns and a citizen byists,want to seem bi-partisan and make this about good legislature will be a thing of the past.That is why corporate government but it is so easily manipulated that they will be CEOs are kicking in big money to pass the measure. the only winners. The 60,000 members of SEIU Local 503 and Local 49 ask you Measure 90 will make elections more expensive and make it to vote NO on Measure 90. impossible for working people to run for office.Only people (This information furnished by Matt Swanson,SEIU State who can afford to not work for a year or make all their money Council.) in investments would be able to run for office.The fact that elections will cost so much more money will force candidates to be even more beholden to moneyed interests. Argument in Opposition Please VOTE NO and don't make elections the exclusive Join the Protect Our Vote Coalition in Voting NO on Measure 90 playground for the wealthy. We're a broad coalition of organizations and businesses (This information furnished by Joe E Baessler.) across Oregon who oppose Measure 90.This flawed measure would take away voters'choices,shut out minor parties,and limit the voices of young people and new voters. Argument in Opposition Oregon State Firefighters Council Here's What Will Happen Under Measure 90 Oregon Nurses Association We've seen from California and Washington what happens Oregon Education Association under a Top Two elections system.Many voters in the Alliance for Democracy General Election will be forced to choose between two can- Pacific Green Party of Oregon didates from the same party—all other voices will be shut out The Main Street Alliance of Oregon of the election,and voters who don't affiliate with that one Oregon AFL-CIO party will have no other options. Oregon Progressive Party American Federation of Teachers-Oregon Because of the Top Two primary in Washington State,voters Democratic Party of Oregon in the 4th Congressional District will be forced to choose Oregon Republican Party between the following two candidates: Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon PCUN(Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste) • Conservative Republican Clint Didier,who is anti-choice, SEIU Local 503 opposes gun laws,wants to repeal Obamacare,and par- SEIU Local 49 rots the right-wing position on immigration,and Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon • Conservative Republican Dan Newhouse,who is anti- UFCW Local 555 choice,opposes gun laws,wants to repeal Obamacare, Official 2514 t , al Election Voters'Pamphlet 95 and parrots the right-wing position on immigration Our elections shouldn't just be for the wealthy few.All Oregon voters should be able to vote their values when it Voters who don't identify with these two candidates and their matters most. very similar agendas will have no other alternatives on the ballot.This is a district where more than 78,000 people voted To find out more and to join the coalition,go to: for a Democratic candidate in 2012 against an entrenched www.NoOnMeasure90.orq incumbent. And yet,under the Top Two elections system,these voters (This information furnished by Scott Moore,Protect Our Vote.) won't see anyone on the ballot who even remotely represents Argument in Opposition them.They can choose between someone they fundamen- tally disagree with,and someone they fundamentally dis- I'm an independent voter.and I oppose Measure 90. agree with.Or,more likely,they'll simply choose not to vote in that race. Oregon's elections system may not be perfect,but one thing it does really well is provide multiple choices in the General This is just one example.The same pattern has been repeated Election. in numerous races.Reducing voter choice to just one major party is not the kind of"reform"that will improve our Currently,the ballot features a variety of voices,and Oregon democracy. has a long and proud history of minor parties and nonaffili- ated comes down to this:Does our democracy work best when ated candidates.No matter what your political beliefs—left, right,and everywhere in between—you can find a voice on the largest number of voters have lots of meaningful choices? the ballot that represents you. Or do we want a system where voters are forced to pick between two candidates who don't represent them? I'm an independent voter because I don't necessarily want to tie myself down to any one party.I like to consider all of my For me,the choice is clear.I'm voting no on Measure 90. options and then vote my principles. Carl Wolfson Under Measure 90.all of those many choices will disappear. Radio Host,Carl in the Morning (This information furnished by Meghan W.Moyer,Campaign Minor parties will no longer even appear on the fall ballot. Independent candidates won't be able to run grassroots sig- Manager/Protect Our Vote Coalition.) nature campaigns to get on the ballot. Argument in Opposition Despite the fact that a growing number of voters don't iden- tify with the Democratic or Republican parties,Measure 90 Who's Supporting Measure 90?Oregon's Biggest Corporate would ensure that the only choices available to voters in the Interests. general election—the one election that matters the most—will be just two major party candidates. Measure 90 is opposed by organizations representing hun- dreds of thousands of Oregonians from every walk of life.The In many races,the two candidates would be from lust one party. members of this broad coalition oppose the measure because they believe that all voters should have meaningful choices And if you don't identify with that one party,you will have no on the fall ballot. other choices—other than to not vote. In the words of the Citizens Initiative Review panel— Independent voters like me—and all Oregon voters—should which voted 14-5 to oppose Measure 90: "M90 limits the be able to choose from many parties on the ballot,not just voice of minority voters,minor parties,and grassroots two major party candidates.This measure isn't fair to inde- campaigns.A diverse electorate needs choice&diversity pendent voters and minor parties because they will almost in the General Election."(http://healthydemocracv.org/ never appear on the general election ballot. citizens-initiative review/oregon/measure 90 final/) This measure is being funded by big corporate lobbyists and So who's supporting it?The biggest corporate interests in CEOs in order to block grassroots campaigns and make it easier the state are enthusiastically behind Measure 90. to advance their own interests,not to help independent voters. Here's a partial look at who's funding the campaign,as of To preserve real choices on the ballot when it matters most. August: I'm voting no. Associated Oregon Industries:$50,000 C.John Larson A-DEC Dental:$50,000 Hermiston The Pape Group:$50,000 Tim Boyle(Columbia Sportswear):$25,000 (This information furnished by Meghan Moyer,Protect Our Cambia Health Solutions(formerly Regence):$25,000 Vote Coalition.) Roseburg Forest Products:$25,000 The Standard:$25,000 Argument in Opposition Oregon Business Association:$20,000 Oregon Democrats are Voting No on 90 PGE:$10,000 PacifiCorp:$10,000 Measure 90 will limit choices and open our elections up to manipulation. (Source:ORESTAR) Top-two primary systems encourage mischief.Like Rush Why are they putting so much money into an idea that Limbaugh's"Operation Chaos"in 2008,Republicans can Oregonians have already rejected? organize to vote for the weakest Democratic candidate or find other ways to game the system. Because they want to make it easier to elect politicians who will side with their narrow corporate agenda at the expense of That's what we've seen in California(they call it a"jungle working families. primary"there),where because of the top-two primary, voters in a Democratic majority congressional district were Measure 90 would silence grassroots campaigns,shutting only given the choice between two Republican candidates minor parties and independent candidates out of the fall for Congress in the general election.No wonder California's election. 96 Measures(l fli a ' •Argu el primary in 2014 had the lowest turnout in history—only Measure 90 Would Limit Voter Participation 23.7%! Top Two elections have failed to increase voter turnout any- In fact,due to the top-two primary system voters in 19 where they've been tried.Instead,this"corporate-sponsored" California races and 10 Washington legislative races will only election scheme results in General Election races with two be able to choose between two candidates from the same candidates on the ballot from a single major party—leaving party on the 2014 general election ballot.That's just wrong. out any political choice.The result is fewer options,with more and more voters choosing to not participate at all. Because the voters in a Primary Election are much different than voters in a General Election,we could even see single- Educators Across Oregon Say Vote NO on Measure 90 party races in districts that could otherwise have been com- petitive between multiple parties. Hanna Vaandering Oregon Education Association President Measure 90 will replace our primary system with a closed General Election that could double the cost of elections, (This information furnished by Hanna Vaandering,President, increase the influence of big money,and reduce voter Oregon Education Association.) participation. Argument in Opposition And furthermore,this poorly written,complicated initia- tive has many unintended consequences.It would allow The Members of United Food and Commercial Workers Local Republican county commissioners to fill a legislative vacancy 555 are Voting NO on Measure 90 in a seat held by a Democrat—with a Republican. Let's Protect the Voice of All Oregon Voters Oregon voters already rejected this same proposal in 2008 by a vote of 66%-34%.It was a bad idea then,and it's a bad idea now. Measure 90 would eliminate our current election system and replace it with a closed General Election that limits voter par- Real reform means increasing choice and participation for ticipation.If this measure were to pass,voters in November everyone,not limiting choices in the biggest,most important elections would only ever be able to choose between two can- elections. didates,both from the major political parties.Minor parties It's time once again to reject this bad idea.Vote No on and nonaffiliated voters would be shut out of the election. Measure 90. Given the state of our nation's politics today,we think it's a terrible idea to create a system that further limits the choices Frank Dixon available to voters.Improving our democracy will require State Party Chair more grassroots activism and more participation among Democratic Party of Oregon all voters.This measure would put an end to grassroots (This information furnished by Frank Dixon,State Chair, campaigning. Democratic Party of Oregon.) It would also give more power to Primary Election voters, who tend to be older,wealthier,more partisan,and less Argument in Opposition diverse than General Election voters.We need to empower Don't Let Corporate Special Interests Block Grassroots young people,new voters,and low-income families,but this measure only limits their voices. Campaigns This measure was brought to the ballot by a small handful of The 42,000 teachers,support staff and college faculty of millionaires,corporate CEOs,and business lobbying groups the Oregon Education Association ask for your NO Vote on who want to elect more politicians who side with their narrow Measure 90.Stop special interests from taking over our corporate agenda over the needs of working people. elections! California and Washington have adopted nearly identical Another Bad Idea From The Corporate Lobby measures,and they've failed to deliver on any of their If this measure sounds familiar,it's because Oregon voters backers'promises.Minor parties have disappeared from have already rejected f it.In 2008,this because Oregon was the ballot,voters have fewer choices,turnout has fallen,and overwhelmingly defeated.This bad idea has failed in political operatives have engaged in dishonest tactics in order California and Washington. to undermine the will of voters. So why is it back?A very small group of millionaires,corporate Our political system may not be perfect and there are many things we can do to improve our elections.But silencing CEOs,and lobbyists for big business wrote and are funding voices and taking away choices from most voters will only this measure because they want a system that elects even make matters worse. more politicians who support their narrow corporate agenda at the expense of working families. Please join us in voting NO on Measure 90. These same people have blocked efforts to have corporations Jeff Anderson,Secretary Treasurer pay their fair share to fund our schools. UFCW Local 555 Measure 90 Would Silence Grassroots Campaigns (This information furnished by Jeff Anderson,Secretary Under Measure 90,only the two most well-funded candidates Treasurer,UFCW Local 555.) would ever appear on the General Election ballot.Minor parties,independent candidates,and grassroots campaigns Argument in Opposition would be shut out of the"top two"and left off the ballot.The Republicans and Democrats Agree that Measure 90 only choices available to voters would be the two major party Eliminates Real Choices for All Voters candidates with access to the deepest pockets. We're bridging the aisle to say that no matter where you fit Corporate special interests don't want grassroots campaigns on the political spectrum,Measure 90 would take away your getting in the way of their agenda of big tax breaks for corpo- meaningful choices in the General Election. rations and millionaires,and fewer protections for working people.But rather than have an honest debate,they're This measure could result in placing two candidates from the attempting to stack the deck in their favor by completely same party on the ballot in the general election,so voters rewriting the rules. Official 2Vtifr3enerat Election s`F' trrphfet =: 37, would be forced to choose between two candidates from the happened,it's led to fewer people voting in those races. same party—even in otherwise competitive districts. There are many things we should be doing to improve our If you don't affiliate with that one party,you won't have elections system and to ensure that our elected leaders are anyone on the ballot to choose from. Having to choose representing all Oregonians. between two candidates from the same party and with similar platforms will dramatically limit the diversity of opin- However,any ballot measure that decreases voter choices, ions and positions in the election. lowers participation,and silences grassroots voices would be a big step in the wrong direction. Voter Turnout Has Fallen in"Top Two"States Join Oregon Firefighters in saying NO to Measure 90. Despite the claims of Measure 90's backers,participation hasn't increased anywhere this idea has been tried.Primary Oregon State Firefighters Council voter turnout continues to fall.In fact,California just set a record for lowest turnout in state history after passing a (This information furnished by Kelly Bach,President,Oregon similar measure. State Firefighters Council.) Measure 90 is Filled with Flaws Argument in Opposition Measure 90 is filled with many negative consequences,both Just the Facts About Measure 90 intended and unintended: • County commissioners would get to fill legislative vacan- In August,after reviewing and debating all of the facts,the cies,without any regard to the departing legislator's panelists of the Citizens Initiative Review Commission voted party affiliation or the will of the voters.That means a 14-5 to OPPOSE Measure 90. Republican commission could fill a Democrat's seat with Despite the flood of campaign cash that will come from the a Republican,and vice versa. special interests backing Measure 90,the Protect Our Vote • Some counties would have their own elections rules, Coalition believes that when voters have access to the same creating a confusing patchwork of elections.Many legis- facts that the Citizens Initiative Review panelists had,they'll lators would have to run different kinds of campaigns in see through the political spin. different parts of their district. • If a candidate gets more than 50%in the primary, FACT:Measure 90 was put on the ballot by large corporate depending on the office,there may not even be a general interests.It's supported by Associated Oregon Industries, election race at all. other business groups&CEOs.Their measure would silence Frank Dixon,State Chair Bill Currier,Vice Chair grassroots voices and elect politicians who side with their Democratic Party of Oregon Oregon Republican Party narrow corporate agenda. Brad Martin, Greg Leo,Former FACT:Nearly all the money to fund the Yes campaign for M90 Executive Director Executive Director has come from large corporate donations and wealthy CEOs. Democratic Party of Oregon Oregon Republican Party FACT:Measure 90 will not increase voter turnout.In California (This information furnished by Frank Dixon,State Chair, and Washington,which have similar laws,turnout has only Democratic Party furnished of Oregon.) fallen.California just set a record for lowest turnout in state history. Argument in Opposition FACT:Measure 90 will keep minor parties and nonaffiliated candidates from appearing on the November ballot.In other Oregon Firefighters Urge a NO Vote on Measure 90 states,minor parties are disappearing entirely. All voters deserve real choices on the ballot when it FACT:Oregonians age 18-39 make up 38%of the adult popu- matters most. lation,but cast only 13%of the votes in the 2012 primary. Conversely,Oregonians age 60 and over accounted for 27% Oregon's firefighters show up to work every day dedicated to of Oregon's adult population,but made up 58%of the voters protecting all Oregonians—young,old,rich,poor,conserva- in the 2012 primary election.Under the Top Two,these voters tive,liberal,and everyone else in between.We work to serve would have even more influence over the political system. all Oregonians,not just the privileged few. FACT:In California and Washington,around 25%of the We believe our democracy works best when voters have November races are now between candidates from just one meaningful choices when it matters most.We trust Oregon major political party with similar platforms.Voters have no voters to make good decisions from among a variety of politi- other choices. cal voices. Measure 90,however,would take away many of the choices FACT:In the case of a legislative vacancy,Measure 90 gives county commissioners the ability to replace the legislator available to the 80+percent of the voters who participate in without any regard to party affiliation. the General Election. Under this measure,voters in the fall would be forced to choose between just two candidates, To find out more and to add your voice to the coalition,visit: almost always from the two major political parties. www.NoOnMeasure90.orq Oregon voters should be able to choose from many parties on the ballot,not just the two well-funded major party candi- (This information furnished by Kate Gonsalves,Protect Our dates who have enough campaign cash to make it through a Vote.) May primary.This measure is not fair for independent voters, minor parties,or grassroots campaigns,because they will Argument in Opposition almost never appear on the General Election ballot. Oregon Right to Life urges you to vote NO on Ballot In many cases,voters would have to choose between two Measure 901 candidates from the same party,as we've seen in high-profile races in California and Washington.Voters who don't identify Measure 90 would eliminate primary nomination elections. with that one party—and only one party—would have no This would greatly weaken the ability of voters to express other options available to them.In other states where this has their values.Citizens support candidates representing a 98 Measures!Measure:90Arg rents' political party in primary elections because the citizens share 40%,but over 80%in the general election.Are you sure you the values of that party.This measure would deprive like- want to increase the importance of a low-turnout election? minded voters the ability to nominate a single candidate to represent them in the General Election.This is not only true Having only the top two candidates advance to the general for members of the two major political parties,but also for election will entrench the two major parties forever.If you voters affiliated with other organizations like the Independent love Republicans and Democrats,fine,but if you aren't satis- Party as well. fled with the government you have and wish someone differ- ent would be elected someday,this measure would destroy As a result,eliminating primaries will make it more likely that any chance of that happening. special interest groups from out of state will be able to use their money to crowd out the voice of regular Oregonians. Minor party candidates who promise genuine change—and whose mere presence in the general election is a powerful In every other state that has eliminated party primary elec- influence on the major party candidates—would be wiped off of tions,grassroots organizations have been marginalized and the general election ballot in all but the most lopsided districts. the values of regular people have suffered.Oregon Right to Life's members come from all walks of life,and our current The"top two"feature also causes clearly wrong outcomes. primary election system ensures that all voters have the In 2012,in California's 31st Congressional District,where equal ability to come together and choose candidates who Democrats enjoyed a 15%voter registration advantage, share their values. If Measure 90 is passed,this will no longer two Republican candidates and no Democrats advanced to be the case. the general election.How?Because the primary had four Democrat candidates who split the vote.A Republican was Please vote NO on measure 90 and protect your ability to elected in a+15%Democrat district! express your values, This measure takes the power to nominate away from (This information furnished by Gayle A Atteberry,Executive political parties,making it impossible for them to prevent Director,Oregon Right To Life.) vote-splitting at the primary,and simultaneously creating a perverse incentive for other parties to run"clone"or"ringer" Argument in Opposition candidates to split the vote.If you thought politics was dirty now,this measure would make it much worse. Vote No on Measure 90:Let's Keep 650,000 Independent Voters out of OUR Elections Don't repeat California's mistake in Oregon! We,the established political party elite (This information furnished by Kyle Markley.) Have wondered why Oregonians have voted with their feet And quit our parties at lighting speed Just the join the ranks of the"Independent"creed Argument in Opposition We've done our best to keep them out Oregon's Grassroots Political Parties Say"Vote NO"on And keep closed elections safely under our clout Measure 90:the"Top Two Primary" Now there's Measure 90,which threatens our lock The big business backers of Measure 90 want to restrict your On primary elections where our hand-picked partisans vote right to vote for the candidates and political parties of your en bloc choice.They want only Democrats and Republicans on the Our power is threatened and we are scrambling to explain November ballot. Why Measure 90 should take the blame Measure 90 will allow only two candidates on the November Over 650,000 Oregonians say they want to vote ballot in each race.Both candidates can be from the same party. But"Big,Scary Corporations like Measure 90!" is all we wrote To prevent a disaster for our partisan extremes Under"Top Two"in Washington and California, Who own Oregon elections today,thanks to our plentiful means there have been: 650,000 independent voters have the audacity to want their say, ZERO minor party or independent candidates But over and over,we say"No Way!" on the general election ballot for any statewide office (Elections,after all,are OUR sandbox,and we'd like to keep it and that way.) ZERO minor party candidates for any office, So Vote NO on Measure 90 including the Legislature,when two major party candidates And keep the independent riffraff out ran in the primary election. Continue to trust partisan extremists like us,without a doubt Washington elects 147 legislators and 12 Congress members; Keep the independent thinkers out of OUR elections in OUR California elects 120 legislators and 55 Congress members. Oregon.Visit www.votenoon90.com In November,voters in those states could vote for only Democrats and Republicans in races where at least 2 of them (This information furnished by Maurice A.Henderson II, ran in the primary.In California there will be 28 races this Campaign Manager,Vote Yes on 90.) November between 2 Democrats or between 2 Republicans. In practice,"Top Two"means just Democrats and Argument in Opposition Republicans,period. No! The impartial Oregon Citizens'Review Committee voted 14-5 to oppose Measure 90,in part because: California recently changed its election system,making it very similar to what this measure would do in Oregon.We "Measure 90 has several drafting errors.The most signifi- should learn from our neighbor's mistake,not jump off the cant appears to eliminate minor parties. Because M90 bars bridge along with them! parties from nominating candidates,their legal status is in jeopardy." A single-ballot("blanket")primary makes the primary election more important,but it will not increase turnout. Measure 90 backers claim it will increase voter turnout California's primary turnout was 33%in 2012(before adopting andproduce"moderate"legislatures.But,under Top Two, a blanket primary)and then fell to 31%in 2012,and fell again California and Washington just suffered the lowest voter to just 25%in 2014.The blanket primary has reduced turnout turnout primaries in their histories.A 2014 study by profes- in California!Turnout in Oregon's 2012 primary was less than sors at Princeton and Georgetown ranked the California tat 2014 Genet l s'Pamphlet and Washington legislatures#1 and#4 in mostpolarization • In the case of a legislative vacancy,county commission- among the 50 states.Oregon ranked#18. ers would have the power to appoint a replacement, regardless of the legislator's political party affiliation. Oregon has a long and proud history of grassroots political That means a Democratic-controlled county commission parties and independent voices.Voters need real,meaningful could appoint a Democrat to replace a Republican,and choices on the November ballot.That's why we're urging NO vice versa. on Measure 90. • The measure appears to eliminate write-ins.Because VISIT SAVEOREGONSDEMOCRACY.ORG the measure only allows the"Top Two"candidates to advance to the fall election,write-in candidates would Oregon Progressive Party progparty.org not be allowed. Pacific Green Party of Oregon pacificgreens.org • Some counties can make their own rules,independent of the statewide system.We could end up with 10 dif- (This information furnished by David Hess, Treasurer, ferent elections systems throughout the state,creating Progressive Party.) a confusing and unworkable patchwork of election laws. In fact,because many districts cross county lines,they Argument in Opposition could be forced to run different kinds of campaigns in Measure 90 Limits Choice&Voice for Communities of Color • Measure parts may of limr ate pa Measure 90 may eliminate parties entirely.Because One in 5 Oregonians are from a community of color and minor parties will no longer be able to nominate candi- yet have been historically underrepresented in our political dates to the General Election,they will most likely not be process.There are many things we can and should do to able to retain their party status. improve representation in our politics,but Measure 90 would Our election system can be improved,but Measure 90's menu be a major step backward. of flaws are too serious to be ignored. Measure 90 would limit General Election choices and increase To protect our vote in our elections,we recommend voters the cost of campaigns--this would create barriers for our reject Measure 90. communities to engage in Oregon's Democracy. This would mean that a very small group of Primary Election Steven C.Berman,Stoll Berne Margaret S.Olney,Bennett voters can close the General Election to the entire elector- Hartman Morris&Kaplan LLP ate,which really impacts voters from communities of color. Harry B.Wilson,attorney Jennifer Williamson, Locking out smaller parties and the potential for some races attorney to be between two candidates from the same party would mean that General Election voters may not have the ability to Christine B.Mason,attorney vote for candidates who really represent them. (This information furnished by Christine B.Mason.) While communities of color are rapidly becoming more engaged as voters,there is a still a significant gap.This is Argument in Opposition worse in the Primary Election where the voting electorate is even less diverse.Measure 90 won't fix this problem--it WHY DO UNION MEMBERS OPPOSE THE TOP TWO PRIMARY? would only magnify the gap between Primary Election voters and the general public. LESS POWER FOR VOTERS NO THIRD PARTY CANDIDATES We also urge voting No on Measure 90 because it increases DECREASED VOTER TURNOUT the chance that big money special interests will have more MORE MONEY IN ELECTIONS power to influence who advances to the Top 2 General Election.Furthermore,candidates may have to raise even Measure 90 would force voters in the General Election to more cash to win.These are real challenges for emerging choose between just two candidates,almost always from the communities to be able to get engaged. two major parties.In many parts of the state,voters would be forced to choose between candidates from just one party. As shown in other states,Measure 90 takes away meaningful choice from all voters in the General Election. Minor parties and independent candidates would be shut out of the fall election. For those of us dedicated to making sure that our democratic system better represents all of Oregon,Measure 90 is a big And those with the time and money to do so would have step in the wrong direction.Please Vote No on 90. more opportunities to game the system. Asian Pacific American Network of Oregon A Top Two system won't increase turnout PCUN(Pineros y Campesinos Unidos del Noroeste) Too few Oregonians vote.But in states with a Top Two (This information furnished by Jaime Arredondo,PCUN.) system,voter turnout hasn't increased—in fact,in some states fewer people are voting.We want to see more people Argument in Opposition involved.Top Two isn't the right fix. Measure 90 is Deeply Flawed and Poorly Written Top Two moves the real choice to the primary This poorly drafted,sweeping measure contains a host of Already fewer people vote in the primary election,and those ambiguities and consequences,many of which may have who do vote are regular voters who have been voting for been unintended by the drafters.Here are a few of them: rearc.Top Two a elects increase turnout,o and it moves the real choice to the election where fewer people vote. • There may not be a General Election at all if a candidate receives more than 50%of the vote in the Primary.The Minor Parties won't be on the November ballot measure incorporates"all provisions of state law that In states with Top Two primaries,third party candidates apply to the filing and nomination process for candidates don't make it to the November ballot—when more people are for nonpartisan offices." In nonpartisan state races, voting.That means most voters have less choice,and minor if a candidate gets more than 50%in a Primary,they party candidates have a harder time building support. automatically win the seat. 740 Measures Measure 90 Arguments More expensive elections What states with Top Two primaries have found is that elec- tions cost more. Fewer voters when the decisions are really made?Lower voter turnout?More money in our elections? JOIN THE MEMBERS OF THE OREGON AFL-CIO IN SAYING NO Tom Chamberlain,President Oregon AFL-CIO (This information furnished by Tom Chamberlain,President, Oregon AFL-CIO.) Measures Measure 91 101 Proposed by initiative petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 4,2014. K yn ' yr, .s'G � ' 11:"i k& °°°""""'ttt , ,, a P y: R a a• a "s F (, i3 1. Vie' 5. 4, . fi ' �..A . . ate. •.',,,,,_ a.� _�z, ,Is' :,,_ , _ m °i._- a5:....,,",M.''',� . _ .c.,._.:.,' �.�.. .a. � 7:- � ._ Result of "Yes"Vote Summary "Yes"vote allows possession,authorizes in state manufac Currently,cultivation,possession,delivery,sale of marijuana lure,processing,sale of marijuana by/to adults;licensing, are unlawful,excepting regulated production,possession, regulation,taxation by state;retains current medical marl- use of medical marijuana.Measure allows production, Juana laws. processing,delivery,possession,sale of marijuana to adults, licensed,regulated by Oregon Liquor Control Commission Result of "No" Vote: (OLCC).Marijuana producer,processor,wholesaler may deliver"marijuana items"(defined)only to/on licensed retail "No"vote retains laws classifying cannabis as a controlled premises.OLCC collects tax imposed on marijuana producer substance;prohibiting most sale,possession,manufacture of at different rates for marijuana flowers,leaves,immature cannabis;permitting production,possession of cannabis for plant."Homegrown marijuana" (defined)not regulated, medical use. taxed.Tax revenues,fees fund OLCC suspense account, Oregon Marijuana Account distributed:40%to Common School Fund;20%for mental health/alcohol/drug services; 15%for state police;20%for local law enforcement;5%to Oregon Health Authority. "Marijuana paraphernalia"(defined) excluded from "drug paraphernalia"laws.Other provisions. 102 measures J Measure 91 Estimate of Financial Impact Text of Measure This measure legalizes,regulates and taxes the manufacture, Be it Enacted by the People of the State of Oregon: sale and use of marijuana in Oregon.State and local expen- ditures and revenues will be impacted by passage of this This Act shall be known as: measure. The measure requires the Oregon Liquor Control Commission Control,Regulation,and Taxation of Marijuana and Industrial Hemp Act (OLCC)to license and regulate the distribution of marijuana. The revenue estimate from taxes when fully implemented SECTION 1.(1)The People of the State of Oregon declare may range from$17 million to$40 million annually. that the purposes of this Act are: The OLCC estimates that the start-up costs are about (a)To eliminate the problems caused by the prohibition and $300,000 in state fiscal year 2015,about$2.5 million in state uncontrolled manufacture,delivery,and possession of mari- fiscal year 2016,and$1.0 million in 2017.OLCC annual operat- Juana within this state; ing expenses are estimated to be$3.2 million per year.New revenues are expected to be sufficient to offset these costs. (b)To protect the safety,welfare,health,and peace of the The remaining revenue beyond expenses would be distrib- people of this state by prioritizing the state's limited law uted as follows:40%to the Common School Fund,20%to the enforcement resources in the most effective,consistent,and Mental Health Alcoholism and Drug Services Account,15%to rational way; the State Police Account,10%to cities for law enforcement, (c)To permit persons licensed,controlled,regulated,and 10%to counties for law enforcement,and 5%to the Oregon taxed by this state to legally manufacture and sell marijuana Health Authority for alcohol and drug abuse prevention,early to persons 21 years of age and older,subject to the provi- intervention and treatment services. sions of this Act; The Oregon Health Authority estimates$200,000 per year in additional expenditures for two positions to license marijuana (d)To ensure that the State Department of Agriculture issues facilities that test marijuana products.This estimate assumes industrial hemp licenses and agricultural hemp seed produc- 20 such facilities.New revenues are expected to be sufficient tion permits in accordance with existing state law;and to offset these costs. (e)To establish a comprehensive regulatory framework con- The Oregon Department of Agriculture estimates$100,000 cerning marijuana under existing state law. per year in additional expenditures for one position to pro- vide rulemaking related to marijuana-infused food products, (2)The People of the State of Oregon intend that the provi- engage in outreach to the food industry,and assist members sions of this Act,together with the other provisions of exist- of the food industry to achieve compliance with rules.New ing state law,will: revenues are expected to be sufficient to offset these costs. (a)Prevent the distribution of marijuana to persons under 21 Oregon State Police estimates that passage of the initiative years of age; would create a need for three additional Highway Interdiction Team detectives as well as training of all sworn members in (b)Prevent revenue from the sale of marijuana from going to Advanced Roadside Impairment Driving Enforcement and criminal enterprises,gangs,and cartels; training of some members to join the existing pool of Drug Recognition Experts.The associated start-up costs for addi- (c)Prevent the diversion of marijuana from this state to other tional staffing and training are estimated at$400,000 in state states; fiscal year 2016 and ongoing expenses of$400,000 per year beginning in fiscal year 2016.New revenues are expected to fr Prevent marijuana actin or pretext is legal h trafficking state law be sufficient to offset these costs. from being used as a cover or pretext for the trafficking of other illegal drugs or other illegal activity; The Oregon Judicial Department expects additional court costs to address OLCC rulemaking and licensing authority (e)Prevent violence and the use of firearms in the cultivation of between$21,417 and$55,902 in the 2015-17 biennium and and distribution of marijuana; between$13,068 and$47,190 per year in later biennia. (f)Prevent drugged driving and the exacerbation of other Passage of the initiative may result in the reduction in the adverse public health consequences associated with the use number of persons entering the public safety system for of marijuana; marijuana-related violations,thereby reducing state General Fund expenditures on community corrections.Passage of the (g)Prevent the growing of marijuana on public lands and the initiative may result in a reduction in the dollar value of fines attendant public safety and environmental dangers posed by collected by state and local governments for convictions of marijuana production on public lands;and marijuana-related violations.Therefore,the impact for state (h)Prevent the possession and use of marijuana on federal and local governments,district attorneys,and the courts is property. indeterminate. New jobs created will generate an indeterminate amount of SECTION 2.(1)Sections 3 to 70 of this Act are added to and income tax revenue. made a part of the Oregon Revised Statutes. (2)Section 71 is added to and made a part of ORS chapter 317. (3)Section 72 is added to and made a part of ORS chapter 475. (4)Section 73 is added to and made a part of ORS chapter 811. (General) SECTION 3.Short title.Sections 3 to 70 of this Act shall be known and may be cited as the Control,Regulation,and Taxation of Marijuana and Industrial Hemp Act. SECTION 4.Limitations.Sections 3 to 70 of this Act may not be construed: Official 2014;Genera)E e•:ction reParivk t,' 103 (1)To amend or affect in any way any state or federal law (12)(a)"Marijuana"means all parts of the plant Cannabis pertaining to employment matters; family Moraceae,whether growing or not,other than mari- juana extracts. (2)To amend or affect in any way any state or federal law pertaining to landlord-tenant matters; (b)"Marijuana"does not include industrial hemp,as defined in ORS 571.300,or industrial hemp commodities or products. (3)To prohibit a recipient of a federal grant or an applicant for a federal grant from prohibiting the manufacture,deliv- (13)"Marijuana extract"means a product obtained by sepa- ery,possession,or use of marijuana to the extent necessary rating resins from marijuana by solvent extraction,using sol- to satisfy federal requirements for the grant; vents other than vegetable glycerin,such as butane,hexane, isopropyl alcohol,ethanol,and carbon dioxide. (4)To prohibit a party to a federal contract or a person apply- ing to be a party to a federal contract from prohibiting the (14)(a)"Marijuana flowers"means the flowers of the plant manufacture,delivery,possession,or use of marijuana to the Cannabis family Moraceae. extent necessary to comply with the terms and conditions of the contract or to satisfy federal requirements for the (b)"Marijuana flowers"does not include any part of the contract; plant other than the flowers. (5)To require a person to violate a federal law; (15)"Marijuana items"means marijuana,marijuana prod- ucts,and marijuana extracts. (6)To exempt a person from a federal law or obstruct the enforcement of a federal law;or (16)(a)"Marijuana leaves"means the leaves of the plant Cannabis family Moraceae. (7)To amend or affect in any way the Oregon Medical Marijuana Act. (b)"Marijuana leaves"does not include any part of the plant other than the leaves. SECTION 5.Definitions.As used in sections 3 to 70 of this Act: (17)"Marijuana processor"means a person who processes (1)"Authority"means the Oregon Health Authority. marijuana items in this state. (2)"Commission"means the Oregon Liquor Control (18)"Marijuana producer"means a person who produces Commission. marijuana in this state. (3)"Consumer"means a person who purchases,acquires, (19)(a)"Marijuana products"means products that contain owns,holds,or uses marijuana items other than for the marijuana or marijuana extracts and are intended for human purpose of resale. consumption. (4)"Department"means the State Department of (b)"Marijuana products"does not mean: Agriculture. (A)Marijuana,by itself;or (5)(a)"Financial consideration,"except as provided in para- graph(b)of this subsection,means value that is given or (B)A marijuana extract,by itself. received directly or indirectly through sales,barter,trade, fees,charges,dues,contributions or donations. (20)"Marijuana retailer"means a person who sells mari- juana items to a consumer in this state. (b)"Financial consideration"does not mean any of the (21)"Marijuana wholesaler"means a person who purchases following: marijuana items in this state for resale to a person other (A)Homegrown marijuana made by another person. than a consumer in this state. (B)Homemade marijuana products made by another person. (22)"Mature marijuana plant"means any marijuana plant that is not an immature marijuana plant. (6)"Homegrown"or"homemade"means grown or made by a person 21 years of age or older for noncommercial (23)"Noncommercial"means not dependent or conditioned purposes. upon the provision or receipt of financial consideration. (7)"Household"means a housing unit,and includes any (24)"Person"means any natural person,corporation,pro- place in or around the housing unit at which the occupants fessional corporation,nonprofit corporation,cooperative of the housing unit are producing,processing,keeping,or corporation,profit or nonprofit unincorporated association, storing homegrown marijuana or homemade marijuana business trust,limited liability company,general or limited products. partnership,joint venture,or any other legal entity. (8)"Housing unit"means a house,an apartment,a mobile (25)"Premises"or"licensed premises"means a location home,a group of rooms,or a single room that is occupied licensed under sections 3 to 70 of this Act and includes: as separate living quarters,in which the occupants live and eat separately from any other persons in the building and (a)All enclosed areas at the location that are used in the which have direct access from the outside of the building or business operated at the location,including offices,kitch- through a common hall. ens,rest rooms and storerooms,including all public and private areas; (9)"Immature marijuana plant"means a marijuana plant (b)All areas outside of a building that the Oregon Liquor with no observable flowers or buds. Control Commission has specifically licensed for the produc- (10)"Licensee"means any person holding a license issued tion,processing,wholesale sale,or retail sale of marijuana under this Act,or any person holding a license or permit items;and issued under any regulation promulgated under paragraph (c)For a location that the commission has specifically (e)of subsection(2)of section 7 of this Act. licensed for the production of marijuana outside of a build- (11)"Licensee representative"means an owner,director, ing,the entire lot or parcel,as defined in ORS 92.010,that officer,manager,employee,agent,or other representative of the licensee owns,leases,or has a right to occupy. a licensee,to the extent such person acts in such representa- tive capacity. 104 Measures I measure si (26)(a)"Processes"means: (f)To the delivery of not more than seventy-two ounces of homemade marijuana products in liquid form at a given time (A)The processing,compounding,or conversion of marl- by a person 21 years of age or older to another person 21 juana into marijuana products or marijuana extracts; years of age or older for noncommercial purposes. (B)The processing,compounding,or conversion of (2)Sections Ito 70 of this Act: marijuana,either directly or indirectly by extraction from substances of natural origin,or independently by means of (a)Do not apply to the extent a person acts within the scope chemical synthesis,or by a combination of extraction and of and in compliance with the Oregon Medical Marijuana chemical synthesis; Act;or (C)The packaging or repackaging of marijuana items;or (b)Do not amend or affect in any way the function,duties, (D)The labeling or relabeling of any package or container of and powers of the Oregon Health Authority under the 9 9 y p 9 Oregon Medical Marijuana Act. marijuana items. SECTION 7.Powers and duties of Oregon Liquor Control (b)"Processes"does not include: Commission.(1)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission has (A)The drying of marijuana by a marijuana producer,if the the powers and duties specified in sections 3 to 70 of this Act, marijuana producer is not otherwise processing marijuana; and also the powers necessary or proper to enable it to carry out fully and effectually all the purposes of sections 3 to 70 of or this Act.The jurisdiction,supervision,powers and duties of (B)The packaging and labeling of marijuana by a marl- the commission extend to any person who buys,sells,pro- juana producer in preparation for delivery to a marijuana duces,processes,transports,or delivers any marijuana items processor. within this state.The commission may sue and be sued. (27)(a)"Produces"means the manufacture,planting,cultiva- (2)The function,duties,and powers of the commission in tion,growing,or harvesting of marijuana. sections 3 to 70 of this Act include the following: (b)"Produces"does not include: (a)To regulate the purchase,sale,production,processing, transportation,and delivery of marijuana items in accor- (A)The drying of marijuana by a marijuana processor,if the dance with the provisions of sections 3 to 70 of this Act. marijuana processor is not otherwise producing marijuana;or (b)To grant,refuse,suspend or cancel licenses for the sale, (B)The cultivation and growing of an immature marijuana processing,or production of marijuana items,or other plant by a marijuana processor,marijuana wholesaler,or licenses in regard to marijuana items,and to permit,in its marijuana retailer if the marijuana processor,marijuana discretion,the transfer of a license of any person. wholesaler,or marijuana retailer purchased or otherwise received the plant from a licensed marijuana producer. (c)To collect the taxes and duties imposed by sections 3 to 70 of this Act,and to issue,and provide for cancellation, (28)"Public place"means a place to which the general public stamps and other devices as evidence of payment of such has access and includes,but is not limited to,hallways, taxes or duties. lobbies and other parts of apartment houses and hotels not constituting rooms or apartments designed for actual resi- (d)To investigate and aid in the prosecution of every viola- dence,and highways,streets,schools,places of amusement, tion of Oregon statutes relating to marijuana items,and parks,playgrounds and premises used in connection with cooperate in the prosecution of offenders before any state public passenger transportation. court of competent jurisdiction. (29)"Usable marijuana"means dried marijuana flowers and (e)To adopt such regulations as are necessary and feasible dried marijuana leaves,and any mixture or preparation thereof. for carrying out the intent and provisions of sections 3 to 70 of this Act and to amend or repeal such regulations.When SECTION 6.Exemptions.(1)Sections 7 to 44 and 60 to 62 of such regulations are adopted they shall have the full force this Act do not apply: and effect of law. (a)To the production,processing,keeping,or storage of (f)To exercise all powers incidental,convenient or necessary homegrown marijuana at a household by one or more to enable it to administer or carry out any of the provisions persons 21 years of age and older if the total of homegrown of sections 3 to 70 of this Act. marijuana at the household does not exceed four marijuana plants and eight ounces of usable marijuana at a given time. (g)To regulate and prohibit any advertising by manufacturers, processors,wholesalers or retailers of marijuana items by the (b)To the making,processing,keeping,or storage of home- medium of newspapers,letters,billboards,radio or otherwise. made marijuana products at a household by one or more persons 21 years of age and older if the total of homemade (h)To regulate the use of marijuana items for scientific, marijuana products at the household does not exceed pharmaceutical,manufacturing,mechanical,industrial and sixteen ounces in solid form at a given time. other purposes. (c)To the making,processing,keeping,or storage of home- (3)On or before January 1,2016,the commission,after con- made marijuana products at a household by one or more sultation with the State Department of Agriculture and the persons 21 years of age and older if the total of homemade Oregon Health Authority,shall prescribe forms and adopt marijuana products at the household does not exceed such rules and regulations as the commission deems neces- seventy-two ounces in liquid form at a given time. sary for the implementation and administration of sections 3 to 70 of this Act. (d)To the delivery of not more than one ounce of home- grown marijuana at a given time by a person 21 years of (4)On or before January 1,2017,the commission shall: age or older to another person 21 years of age or older for (a)Examine available research,and may conduct or commis- noncommercial purposes. sion new research,to investigate the influence of marijuana (e)To the delivery of not more than sixteen ounces of home- on the ability of a person to drive a vehicle and on the made marijuana products in solid form at a given time by a concentration of delta-9 tetrahydrocannabinol in a person's person 21 years of age or older to another person 21 years of blood,in each case taking into account all relevant factors; and age or older for noncommercial purposes. Official 2114 at )ecti n Voters'Pamphlet 105 (b)Present the results of the research to the Legislative (4)A United States military identification card. Assembly and make recommendations to the Legislative Assembly regarding whether any amendments to the (5)Any other identification card issued by a state that bears Oregon Vehicle Code are appropriate. a picture of the person,the name of the person,the person's date of birth and a physical description of the person. (5)The commission has no power to purchase,own,sell,or possess any marijuana items. SECTION 17.False statement of age;statement of age as defense.(1)No person shall produce any piece of identifica- SECTION 8.Powers and duties of State Department of tion that would falsely indicate the person's age. Agriculture.The State Department of Agriculture shall assist and cooperate with the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (2)If a piece of identification is offered as evidence in any and the Oregon Health Authority to the extent necessary for administrative or criminal prosecution of a licensee or the commission and the authority to carry out the duties of licensee representative for sale or service of marijuana items the commission and the authority under sections 3 to 70 of to a person not having reached 21 years of age,the licensee this Act. or licensee representative shall be found to have committed no crime or other wrong unless it is demonstrated that a rea- SECTION 9.Powers and duties of Oregon Health Authority. sonable person would have determined that the identifica- The Oregon Health Authority shall assist and cooperate tion exhibited was altered or did not accurately describe the with the Oregon Liquor Control Commission and the State person to whom the marijuana items were sold or served. Department of Agriculture to the extent necessary for the commission and the department to carry out the duties of (Marijuana Licenses) the commission and the department under sections 3 to 70 SECTION 18.Oregon Liquor Control Commission's licensing of this Act. duties.(1)On or before January 4,2016,the Oregon Liquor SECTION 10.No liability for official acts.No member of the Control Commission shall begin receiving applications for Oregon Liquor Control Commission,the State Department of the licensing of persons to produce,process,and sell mari- Agriculture,or the Oregon Health Authority may be sued for Juana within the state.Upon receipt of a license application, doing or omitting to do any act in the performance of duties the commission shall not unreasonably delay the processing, as prescribed in sections 3 to 70 of this Act. approval,or rejection of the application or,if the application is approved,the issuance of the license. SECTION 11.Powers;licenses;federal law.(1)Neither the Oregon Liquor Control Commission,the State Department (2)The licenses described in sections 3 to 70 of this Act shall of Agriculture,nor the Oregon Health Authority may refuse be issued by the commission,subject to its regulations and to perform any duty under sections 3 to 70 of this Act on the restrictions and the provisions of sections 3 to 70 of this Act. basis that manufacturing,distributing,dispensing,possess- (3)The commission may not license a premises that does not ing,or using marijuana is prohibited by federal law. have defined boundaries.A licensed premises need not be (2)The commission may not revoke or refuse to issue or enclosed by a wall,fence or other structure,but the commis- renew a license under sections 3 to 70 of this Act on the sion may require that any licensed premises be enclosed as basis that manufacturing,distributing,dispensing,possess- a condition of issuing or renewing a license.The commission ing,or using marijuana is prohibited by federal law. may not license premises that are mobile. SECTION 12.Contracts.No contract shall be unenforceable SECTION 19.Production license.(1)The production of mari- on the basis that manufacturing,distributing,dispensing, juana is subject to regulation by the Oregon Liquor Control possessing,or using marijuana is prohibited by federal law. Commission. SECTION 13.Licensees and licensee representatives. (2)A marijuana producer must have a production license Licensees and licensee representatives may produce,deliver, issued by the commission for the premises at which the and possess marijuana items subject to the provisions of marijuana is produced. sections 3 to 70 of this Act.The production,delivery,and possession of marijuana items by a licensee or a licensee SECTION 20.Processor license.(1)The processing of mari- representative in compliance with sections 3 to 70 of this Act juana items is subject to regulation by the Oregon Liquor shall not constitute a criminal or civil offense under Oregon Control Commission. law. (2)A marijuana processor must have a processor license (Purchaser's Qualifications and Identification) issued by the commission for the premises at which mari- juana items are processed. SECTION 14.Purchaser's qualifications.No licensee or SECTION 21.Wholesale license.(1)The wholesale sale of licensee representative may sell or deliver any marijuana marijuana items is subject to regulation by the Oregon items to any person under 21 years of age. Liquor Control Commission. SECTION 15.Limitations on purchasing may be imposed.The Oregon Liquor Control Commission may limit the quantity of (2)A marijuana wholesaler must have a wholesale license marijuana items purchased at any one time by a consumer issued by the commission for the premises at which marl- so as effectually to prevent the resale of marijuana items. juana items are received,kept,stored,or delivered. SECTION 16.Requiring identification from certain purchasers. SECTION 22.Retail license.(1)The retail sale of marijuana All licensees and licensee representatives,before selling or items is subject to regulation by the Oregon Liquor Control serving marijuana items to any person about whom there 9 1 Commission. Yp is any reasonable doubt of the person's having reached 21 (2)A marijuana retailer must have a retail license issued by years of age,shall require such person to produce one of the the commission for the premises at which marijuana items following pieces of identification: are sold. (1)The person's passport. SECTION 23.Examination of books and premises of licensees. (2)The person's motor vehicle operator's license,whether (1)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission has the right after issued in this state or by any other state,so long as the 72 hours'notice to the owner or the agent of the owner to license has a picture of the person. make an examination of the books and may at any time make an examination of the premises of any person licensed under (3)An identification card issued under ORS 807.400. sections 3 to 70 of this Act,for the purpose of determining 106 Measures I Mea ure' f compliance with sections 3 to 70 of this Act and the rules of consumers pursuant to bona fide orders received on the the commission. licensed premises prior to delivery. (2)The commission shall not require the books of any SECTION 28.Application for license;rules;fees.(1)Any licensee to be maintained on the premises of the licensee. person desiring a license or renewal of a license under sec- tions 3 to 70 of this Act shall make application to the Oregon SECTION 24.No"tied house"prohibitions.The same person Liquor Control Commission upon forms to be furnished by may hold one or more production licenses,one or more the commission showing the name and address of the appii- processor licenses,one or more wholesale licenses,and one cant,location of the place of business that is to be operated or more retail licenses. under the license,and such other pertinent information as (Licensing Procedures) the commission may require.No license shall be granted or renewed until the applicant has complied with the provi- SECTION 25.Characteristics of license.(1)A license granted sions of sections 3 to 70 of this Act and the rules of the under sections 3 to 70 of this Act shall: commission. (a)Be a purely personal privilege. (2)The commission may reject any application that is not submitted in the form required by rule.The commission shall (b)Be valid for the period stated in the license. give applicants an opportunity to be heard if an application is rejected.A hearing under this subsection is not subject to (c)Be renewable in the manner provided in section 28 of this the requirements for contested case proceedings under ORS Act,except for a cause which would be grounds for refusal chapter 183. to issue such license under section 29 of this Act. (3)Except as provided in subsection(2)of this section,a (d)Be revocable or suspendible as provided in section 30 of revocation of,or a refusal to issue or renew,a license under this Act. sections 3 to 70 of this Act is subject to the requirements for contested case proceedings under ORS chapter 183. (e)Be transferable from the premises for which the license was originally issued to another premises subject to the (4)The commission shall assess a nonrefundable fee for provisions of this Act,any rules of the Oregon Liquor Control processing a new or renewal application for any license Commission and any municipal ordinance or local regulation. authorized by sections 3 to 70 of this Act.The application (f)Cease upon the death of the licensee,except as provided processing fee shall be$250. in subsection(2)of this section. (5)The annual license fee for any license granted under (g)Not constitute property. sections 3 to 70 of this Act shall be$1,000.The license fee is nonrefundable and shall be paid by each applicant upon the (h)Not be alienable. granting or committing of a license. (i)Not be subject to attachment or execution. SECTION 29.Grounds for refusing to issue license.(1)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission may not license any (j)Not descend by the laws of testate or intestate applicant under the provisions of sections 3 to 70 of this Act devolution. if the applicant is under 21 years of age. (2)The commission may,by order,provide for the manner (2)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission may refuse to and conditions under which: license any applicant under the provisions of sections 3 to 70 of this Act if the commission has reasonable ground to (a)Marijuana items left by any deceased,insolvent or bank- believe any of the following to be true: rupt person or licensee,or subject to a security interest,may be foreclosed,sold under execution or otherwise disposed of. (a)That there are sufficient licensed premises in the locality set out in the application,or that the granting of a license (b)The business of any deceased,insolvent or bankrupt in the locality set out in the application is not demanded by licensee may be operated for a reasonable period following public interest or convenience.In determining whether there the death,insolvency or bankruptcy. are sufficient licensed premises in the locality,the commis- sion shall consider seasonal fluctuations in the population of (c)A business licensed pursuant to sections 3 to 70 of this Act the locality and shall ensure that there are adequate licensed subject to a security interest may be continued in business premises to serve the needs of the locality during the peak by a secured party as defined in ORS 79.0102 for a reasonable seasons. period after default on the indebtedness by the debtor. (b)That the applicant SECTION 26.License terms:licenses issued for less than year;determination of fees.(1)Except as otherwise provided (A)Is in the habit of using alcoholic beverages,habit-forming in this section,all licenses under sections 3 to 70 of this drugs,marijuana,or controlled substances to excess. Act and renewals thereof shall be issued for a period of one year which shall expire at 12 midnight on March 31,June 30, (B)Has made false statements to the commission. September 30 or December 31 of each year. (C)Is incompetent or physically unable to carry on the man- (2)Notwithstanding subsection(1)of this section,a license agement of the establishment proposed to be licensed. issued for the first time to an applicant may be issued for less than a year.The fee for a license issued for less than (D)Has been convicted of violating a general or local law of a year under this subsection is the annual license fee pre- this state or another state,or of violating a federal law,if the scribed by section 28 of this Act. conviction is substantially related to the fitness and ability of the applicant to lawfully carry out activities under the license. SECTION 27.Delivery of marijuana.A marijuana producer, (E)Has maintained an insanitary establishment. marijuana processor,or marijuana wholesaler shall deliver marijuana items only to or on a licensed premises.The sale (F)Is not of good repute and moral character. of marijuana items under any license issued by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission for retail sales by a licensee (G)Did not have a good record of compliance with sections shall be restricted to the premises described in the license, 3 to 70 of this Act or any rule of the commission adopted pur- but deliveries may be made by the marijuana retailer to suant thereto. Official 2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 107 (H)Is not the legitimate owner of the business proposed to SECTION 32.Definition of"sale".(1)As used in sections 31 to be licensed,or other persons have ownership interests in the 44 of this Act,"sale"or"sold"means any transfer,exchange business which have not been disclosed. or barter,in any manner or by any means,for a consider- ation,and includes and means all sales made by any person. (I)Is not possessed of or has not demonstrated financial It includes a gift by a person engaged in the business of responsibility sufficient to adequately meet the require- selling marijuana,for advertising,as a means of evading sec- ments of the business proposed to be licensed. tions 31 to 44 of this Act,or for any other purpose. (.1)Is unable to understand the laws of Oregon relating to (2)If a marijuana producer also holds one or more processor marijuana or the rules of the commission. licenses,one or more wholesale licenses,or one or more (3)Notwithstanding subparagraph(D)of paragraph(b)of retail licenses,a sale of marijuana flowers,marijuana leaves, (3)Notwithstanding t of this section,subparagraph determining(D)of whether the or immature marijuana plants will be deemed to occur if and commission may refuse to license an applicant,the commis- when the with respect producer marijuana flowers,w or takes any other sion may not consider the prior conviction of the applicant action with respect to such ma plans for whic,marijuana or any owner,director,officer,manager,employee,agent,or leaves, s immature marijuana or plants for en e is a required,. other representative of the applicant for: sor license,wholesale license,or retail license is require regardless of whether the marijuana producer continues to (a)The manufacture of marijuana,if: own or possess the marijuana flowers,marijuana leaves,or immature marijuana plants. (A)The date of the conviction is more than five years before the date of the application;and SECTION 33.Tax on marijuana.(1)A tax is imposed upon the privilege of engaging in business as a marijuana producer at (B)The person has not been convicted more than once for the rate of: the manufacture or delivery of marijuana; (a)$35 per ounce on all marijuana flowers; (b)The delivery of marijuana to a person 21 years of age or older,if: (b)$10 per ounce on all marijuana leaves;and (A)The date of the conviction is more than five years before (c)$5 per immature marijuana plant. the date of the application;and (2)The rates of tax imposed by this section upon marijuana (B)The person has not been convicted more than once for flowers and marijuana leaves apply proportionately to quan- the manufacture or delivery of marijuana;or titles of less than one ounce. (c)The possession of marijuana. (3)The tax imposed by this section shall be measured by the quantities of marijuana flowers,marijuana leaves,and SECTION 30.Grounds for cancellation or suspension of immature marijuana plants produced and sold by any mari- license.(1)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission may juana producer.The taxes specified in this section shall be cancel or suspend any license issued under sections 3 to 70 levied and assessed to the marijuana producer at the time of of this Act,if the commission finds or has reasonable ground the first sale of the marijuana flowers,marijuana leaves,and to believe any of the following to be true: immature marijuana plants by the marijuana producer. (a)That the licensee: (4)For reporting periods beginning on or after July 1,2017, the rates of tax under subsection(1)of this section shall be (A)Has violated any provision of sections 3 to 70 of this Act adjusted for each biennium according to the cost-of-living or any rule of the commission adopted pursuant thereto. adjustment for the calendar year.The Oregon Liquor Control Commission shall recompute the rates for each biennium (B)Has made any false representation or statement to the by adding to each rate in subsection(1)of this section the commission in order to induce or prevent action by the product obtained by multiplying the rate by a factor that is commission. equal to 0.25 multiplied by the percentage(if any)by which (C)Has maintained an insanitary establishment. the monthly averaged U.S.City Average Consumer Price Index for the 12 consecutive months ending August 31 of (D)Is insolvent or incompetent or physically unable to carry the prior calendar year exceeds the monthly averaged U.S. on the management of the establishment of the licensee. City Average Consumer Price Index for the 12 consecutive months ending August 31,2015. (E)Is in the habit of using alcoholic liquor,habit-forming drugs,marijuana,or controlled substances to excess. (5)The commission shall regularly review the rates of tax under subsection(1)of this section and make recommenda- (F)Has misrepresented to a customer or the public any marl- tions to the Legislative Assembly regarding appropriate juana items sold by the licensee. adjustments to the rates that will further the purposes of: (G)Since the granting of the license,has been convicted of (a)Maximizing net revenue; a felony,of violating any of the marijuana laws of this state, general or local,or of any misdemeanor or violation of any (b)Minimizing the illegal marijuana industry under Oregon municipal ordinance committed on the licensed premises. law;and (b)That there is any other reason that,in the opinion of the (c)Discouraging the use of marijuana by minors under 21 commission,based on public convenience or necessity,war- years of age. rants canceling or suspending such license. SECTION 34.Payment of taxes:refunds;interest or penalty; (2)Civil enalties under this section shall be imposed as appeal.(1)The privilege tax imposed by section 33 of this Act p P shall be paid to the Oregon Liquor Control Commission.The provided in ORS 183.745. P 9 q taxes covering the periods for which statements are required P q (Marijuana Tax) to be rendered by section 35 of this Act shall be paid before the time for filing such statements expires.If not so paid,a SECTION 31.Administration by Oregon Liquor Control penalty of 10 percent and interest at the rate of one percent Commission.The Oregon Liquor Control Commission shall a month or fraction of a month shall be added and collected. administer sections 31 to 44 of this Act,and shall prescribe The commission may refund any tax payment imposed upon forms and make such rules and regulations as it deems nec- or paid in error by any licensee. essary to enforce sections 31 to 44 of this Act. 1 Measures•f sure'',91 (2)The commission may waive any interest or penalty (b)Falsify the statement required by section 35 of this Act. assessed to a marijuana producer subject to the tax imposed under section 33 of this Act if the commission,in its discre- (2)No person shall: tion,determines that the marijuana producer has made a (a)Refuse to permit the Oregon Liquor Control Commission good faith attempt to comply with the requirements of sec- or any of its representatives to make an inspection of the tions 31 to 44 of this Act. books and records authorized by sections 38 and 39 of this (3)Except in the case of fraud,the commission may not Act; assess any interest or penalty on any tax due under section (b)Fail to keep books of account prescribed by the commis- 33 of this Act following the expiration of 36 months from sion or required by sections 31 to 44 of this Act; the date on which was filed the statement required under section 35 of this Act reporting the quantities of marijuana (c)Fail to preserve the books for two years for inspection of flowers,marijuana leaves,and immature marijuana plants the commission;or upon which the tax is due. (4)A marijuana producer may appeal a tax imposed under (d)Alter,cancel or obliterate entries in the books of account for the purpose of falsifying any record required by sections section 33 of this Act in the manner of a contested case 31 to 44 of this Act to be made,maintained or preserved. under ORS chapter 183. SECTION 41.Applicability to interstate and foreign commerce. SECTION 35.Statements by marijuana producers as to Sections 31 to 44 of this Act do not apply to commerce quantities sold.On or before the 20th day of each month, with foreign nations or commerce with the several states, every marijuana producer shall file with the Oregon Liquor except in so far as the same may be permitted under the Control Commission a statement of the quantities of marl- Constitution and laws of the United States. juana flowers,marijuana leaves,and immature marijuana plants sold by the marijuana producer during the preceding SECTION 42.State has exclusive right to tax marijuana. calendar month. No county or city of this state shall impose any fee or tax, SECTION 36.Estimate by Oregon Liquor Control Commission including occupation taxes,privilege taxes and inspection pro- when statement N 36. note by Oregon Egon Liquor Control filed.r l o If any fees,in connection with the purchase,sale,production,pro- marijuana producer fails,neglects or refuses to file a state- ment cessing,transportation,and delivery of marijuana items. required by section 35 of this Act or files a false state- (Distribution of Moneys) ment,the Oregon Liquor Control Commission shall estimate the quantities of marijuana flowers,marijuana leaves,and SECTION 43.Disposition of moneys;revolving fund.(1)All immature marijuana plants sold by the marijuana producer money collected by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission and assess the privilege taxes thereon.The marijuana pro- under sections 3 to 70 of this Act shall be remitted to the ducer shall be estopped from complaining of the quantities State Treasurer who shall credit it to a suspense account of so estimated. the commission.Whenever the commission determines that moneys have been received by it in excess of the amount SECTION 37.Lien created by the tax.The privilege tax legally due and payable to the commission or that it has required to be paid by section 33 of this Act constitutes a received money to which it has no legal interest,or that any lien upon,and has the effect of an execution duly levied license fee or deposit is properly refundable,the commission against,any and all property of the marijuana producer, is authorized and directed to refund such money by check attaching at the time the marijuana flowers,marijuana drawn upon the State Treasurer and charged to the suspense leaves,and immature marijuana plants subject to the tax account of the commission.After withholding refundable were sold,and remaining until the tax is paid.The lien license fees and such sum,not to exceed$250,000,as it created by this section is paramount to all private liens or considers necessary as a revolving fund for a working cash encumbrances. balance for the purpose of paying travel expenses,advances, SECTION other miscellaneous bills and extraordinary items which ECTION 38.Records to be kept by marijuana producers. are payable in cash immediately upon presentation,the Every marijuana producer shall keep a complete and commission shall direct the State Treasurer to transfer the accurate record of all sales of marijuana flowers,marijuana money remaining in the suspense account to the Oregon leaves,and immature marijuana plants,and a complete Marijuana Account established under section 44 of this Act. and accurate record of the number of ounces of marijuana Moneys in the Oregon Marijuana Account are continuously flowers produced,the number of ounces of marijuana leaves appropriated to the commission to be distributed and used produced,the number of immature marijuana plants pro- as required or allowed by Oregon law. duced,and the dates of production.The records shall be in such form and contain such other information as the Oregon (2)All necessary expenditures of the commission incurred in Liquor Control Commission may prescribe. carrying out sections 3 to 70 of this Act,including such sums necessary to reimburse the$250,000 revolving fund,shall be SECTION 39.Inspection of marijuana producer's records; paid from the Oregon Marijuana Account. records to be kept for prescribed period.(1)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission may,at any time,examine the SECTION 44.Distribution of available moneys in Oregon books and records of any marijuana producer,and may Marijuana Account.(1)There is established the Oregon appoint auditors,investigators and other employees that the Marijuana Account,separate and distinct from the General commission considers necessary to enforce its powers and Fund. perform its duties under sections 31 to 44 of this Act. (2)At the end of each month,the Oregon Liquor Control (2)Every marijuana producer shall maintain and keep for two Commission shall certify the amount of moneys available years all records,books and accounts required by sections for distribution in the Oregon Marijuana Account and,after 31 to 44 of this Act and shall provide copies of those records, withholding such moneys as it may deem necessary to carry books and accounts to the commission when requested by out its obligations under sections 3 to 70 of this Act,shall the commission. within 35 days of the month for which a distribution is made SECTION 40.Failure to pay tax or maintain records.(1)No distribute the moneys as follows: marijuana producer shall: (a)Forty percent shall be transferred to the Common School Fund; (a)Fail to pay the privilege tax prescribed in section 33 of this Act when it is due;or ofric a) Q1 '<awe ction rs'Pa phlet fog (b)Twenty percent shall be transferred to the Mental Health or exported from this state by any licensee or licensee Alcoholism and Drug Services Account established under representative. ORS 430.380; (2)A violation of subsection(1)of this section is a: (c)Fifteen percent shall be transferred to the State Police Account established under ORS 181.175; (a)Class C felony,if the importation or exportation is for consideration;or (d)To assist local law enforcement in performing its duties under this Act,ten percent shall be transferred to the cities (b)Class A misdemeanor,if the importation or exportation is of the state in the following shares: not for consideration. (A)For all distributions made from the Oregon Marijuana SECTION 46.Marijuana may not be given as prize.Marijuana Account before July 1,2017,in such shares as the popula- items may not be given as a prize,premium or consideration tion of each city bears to the population of the cities of the for a lottery,contest,game of chance or skill,or competition state,as determined by the State Board of Higher Education of any kind. last preceding such apportionment,under ORS 190.510 to SECTION 47.Providing marijuana to intoxicated person; 190.610;and allowing consumption by minor on property.(1)A person (B)For all distributions made from the Oregon Marijuana may not sell,give or otherwise make available any marijuana Account on or after July 1,2017: items to any person who is visibly intoxicated. (i)Fifty percent of such ten percent shall be transferred in (2)(a)A person who exercises control over private real such shares as the number of licenses issued by the commis- property may not knowingly allow any other person under sion under sections 19 to 21 of this Act during the calendar the age of 21 years to consume marijuana items on the year preceding the date of the distribution for premises property,or allow any other person under the age of 21 years located in each city bears to the number of such licenses to remain on the property if the person under the age of 21 issued by the commission during such calendar year for all years consumes marijuana items on the property. premises in the state;and (b)This subsection: (ii)Fifty percent of such ten percent shall be transferred in such shares as the number of licenses issued by the commission (A)Applies only to a person who is present and in control of under section 22 of this Act during the calendar year preceding the location at the time the consumption occurs;and the date of the distribution for premises located in each city (B)Does not apply to the owner of rental property,or the bears to the number of such licenses issued by the commission agent of an owner of rental property,unless the consump- during such calendar year for all premises in the state; tion occurs in the individual unit in which the owner or agent (e)To assist local law enforcement in performing its duties resides. under this Act,ten percent shall be transferred to counties in SECTION 48.Misrepresentation by licensee and others; the following shares: maintenance of disorderly establishment.(1)No person shall (A)For all distributions made from the Oregon Marijuana make false representations or statements to the Oregon Account before July 1,2017,in such shares as their respec- Liquor Control Commission in order to induce or prevent tive populations bear to the total population of the state,as action by the commission. estimated from time to time by the State Board of Higher Education;and (2)No licensee of the commission shall maintain a noisy, lewd,disorderly or insanitary establishment or supply (B)For all distributions made from the Oregon Marijuana impure or otherwise deleterious marijuana items. Account on or after July 1,2017: (3)No licensee of the commission shall misrepresent to a (i)Fifty percent of such ten percent shall be transferred in customer or to the public any marijuana items. such shares as the number of licenses issued by the commis- SECTION 49.Attempted purchase of marijuana by person sion under sections 19 to 21 of this Act during the calendar under 21;entry of licensed premises by person under 21.(1) year preceding the date of the distribution for premises A person under 21 years of age may not attempt to purchase located in each county bears to the number of such licenses marijuana items. issued by the commission during such calendar year for all premises in the state;and (2)Except as authorized by rule or as necessitated in an emergency,a person under 21 years of age may not enter or (ii)Fifty percent of such ten percent shall be transferred in attempt to enter any portion of a licensed premises that is such shares as the number of licenses issued by the com- posted or otherwise identified as being prohibited to the use mission under section 22 of this Act during the calendar year of minors. preceding the date of the distribution for premises located in each county bears to the number of such licenses issued by (3)A person who violates subsection(1)or(2)of this section the commission during such calendar year for all premises in commits a Class B violation. the state;and (4)In addition to and not in lieu of any other penalty estab- (f)Five percent shall be transferred to the Oregon Health lished by law,a person under 21 years of age who violates Authority to be used for the establishment,operation,and subsection(1)of this section through misrepresentation maintenance of alcohol and drug abuse prevention,early of age may be required to perform community service and intervention and treatment services. the court shall order that the person's driving privileges (3)It is the intent of this section that the moneys distributed and right to apply for driving privileges be suspended for a period not to exceed one year.If a court has issued an order from the Oregon Marijuana Account to the distributees in suspending driving privileges under this section,the court, subsection(2)of this section are in addition to any other upon petition of the person,may withdraw the order at any available moneys to such distributees and do not supplant time the court deems appropriate.The court notification moneys available from any other source. to the Department of Transportation under this subsection (Prohibitions Relating to Marijuana) may include a recommendation that the person be granted a hardship permit under ORS 807.240 if the person is other- SECTION 45.Importing and exporting marijuana prohibited. wise eligible for the permit. (1)Marijuana items may not be imported into this state Me res� +e s r 91 (5)If a person cited under this section is at least 13 years of licensee may possess a mature marijuana plant. age but less than 21 years of age at the time the person is found in default under ORS 153.102 or 419C.472 for failure to (2)No licensee may sell a mature marijuana plant. appear,in addition to and not in lieu of any other penalty, SECTION 54.Use of marijuana in public place prohibited.(1) the court shall issue notice under ORS 809.220 to the depart- It is unlawful for any person to engage in the use of marl- ment for the department to suspend the person's driving privileges under ORS 809.280(4). Juana items in a public place. (6)The prohibitions of this section do not apply to a person (2)A violation of subsection(1)of this section is a Class B under 21 years of age who is acting under the direction violation. of the Oregon Liquor Control Commission or under the SECTION 55.Possession of marijuana in correctional facility direction of state or local law enforcement agencies for the prohibited.(1)It is unlawful for any person to possess or purpose of investigating possible violations of laws prohibit- engage in the use of marijuana items in a correctional facility ing sales of marijuana items to persons who are under 21 as defined in ORS 162135 or in a youth correction facility as years of age. defined in ORS 162.135. SECTION 50.Compliance with standards.(1)No marijuana (2)A violation of subsection(1)of this section is a Class B items shall be sold or offered for sale within this state unless violation. such marijuana items comply with the minimum standards fixed pursuant to law. SECTION 56.Homegrown marijuana in public view prohibited. home- (2)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission may require (1)No person may produce,process,keep,or store home- grown marijuana or homemade marijuana products if the a marijuana producer,marijuana processor,or marijuana homegrown marijuana or homemade marijuana products can wholesaler to provide a laboratory analysis demonstrat- be readily seen by normal unaided vision from a public place. ing to the satisfaction of the commission that particular marijuana items comply with the minimum standards in this (2)A violation of subsection(1)of this section is a Class B state. violation. (3)No marijuana items offered for sale within this state may SECTION 57.Homemade marijuana extracts prohibited.No be altered or tampered with in any way by any person not person may produce,process,keep,or store homemade licensed to do so by the commission. marijuana extracts. (4)The commission may prohibit the sale of any marijuana (Cities and Counties;Local Option) items for a reasonable period of time while it is determining whether the marijuana items comply with minimum stan- SECTION 58.Marijuana laws supersede and repeal inconsis- dards in this state. tent charters and ordinances.Sections 3 to 70 of this Act, designed to operate uniformly throughout the state,shall be SECTION 51.Use of misleading mark or label on container; paramount and superior to and shall fully replace and super- injurious or adulterated ingredients.(1)No licensee shall use sede any and all municipal charter enactments or local ordi- or allow the use of any mark or label on the container of any nances inconsistent with it.Such charters and ordinances marijuana items which are kept for sale,if the container does hereby are repealed. not precisely and clearly indicate the nature of its contents or in any way might deceive any customer as to the nature, SECTION 59.Authority of cities and counties over establish- composition,quantity,age or quality of such marijuana ments that serve marijuana.(1)Cities and counties may items. adopt reasonable time,place and manner regulations of the nuisance aspects of establishments that sell marijuana to (2)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission may prohibit any consumers if the city or county makes specific findings that licensee from selling any brand of marijuana items which in the establishment would cause adverse effects to occur. its judgment is deceptively labeled or branded as to content, or contains injurious or adulterated ingredients. (2)The authority granted to cities and counties by this section is in addition to,and not in lieu of,the authority SECTION 52.Minimum age requirement.(1)A licensee may granted to a city or county under its charter and the statutes not employ any person under 21 years of age in any part of and Constitution of this state. any licensed premises. SECTION 60.Petition and election for local option.(1)The (2)During any inspection of a licensed premises,the Oregon governing body of a city or a county,when a petition is filed Liquor Control Commission may require proof that a person as provided in this section,shall order an election on the performing work at the premises is 21 years of age or older. question whether the operation of licensed premises shall If the person does not provide the commission with accept- be prohibited in the city or county. able proof of age upon request,the commission may require the person to immediately cease any activity and leave the (2)Except as provided in subsections(3),(4)and(5)of this premises until the commission receives acceptable proof of section,the requirements for preparing,circulating and filing age.This subsection does not apply to a person temporar- a petition under this section: ily at the premises to make a service,maintenance or repair call or for other purposes independent of the premises (a)In the case of a city,shall be as provided for an initiative operations. petition under ORS 250.265 to 250.346. (3)If a person performing work has not provided proof of (b)In the case of a county,shall be as provided for an initia age requested by the commission under subsection(2)of tive petition under ORS 250.165 to 250.235. this section,the commission may request that the licensee (3)A petition under subsection(2)of this section: provide proof that the person is 21 years of age or older. Failure of the licensee to respond to a request made under (a)Must be filed not less than 60 days before the day of the this subsection by providing acceptable proof of age for a election;and person is prima facie evidence that the licensee has allowed the person to perform work at the licensed premises in viola- (b)Must be signed by not less than 10 percent of the electors tion of the minimum age requirement. registered in the city or county. SECTION 53.Mature marijuana plants.(1)Except for licensed (4)If ORS 250.155 makes ORS 250.165 to 250.235 inapplicable marijuana producers and their licensee representatives,no to a county or if ORS 250.255 makes ORS 250.265 to 250.346 Moat 2014.General Election ters'Pamphlet 111 inapplicable to a city,the requirements for preparing,circulat- the violation of any other law of this state or ordinance of ing and filing a petition under this section shall be as provided any municipality therein,in which violation marijuana had for an initiative petition under the county or city charter or an any part,shall notify the commission thereof.Such officials ordinance adopted under the county or city charter. shall notify the commission of any acts,practices or other conduct of any such licensee which may be subversive of the (5)No signature is valid unless signed within 180 days before general welfare or contrary to the spirit of this Act and shall the petition is filed. recommend such action on the part of the commission as (6)An election under this section shall be held at the time of will remove the evil. the next statewide general election. SECTION 66.Property and places as common nuisances.Any (7)An election under this section shall be conducted under room,house,building,boat,structure or place of any kind ORS chapters under this where marijuana items are sold,manufactured,bartered or given away in violation of Oregon law,or where persons are SECTION 61.Sales not affected by local option laws.Section permitted to resort for the purpose of using marijuana items 60 of this Act shall not prevent any person residing in the in violation of Oregon law,or any place where marijuana county or city from having,for personal use,marijuana items are kept for sale,barter or gift in violation of Oregon items purchased from marijuana retailers duly licensed law,and all marijuana items or property subject to confisca- under this Act. tion under section 64 of this Act kept and used in such place is a common nuisance.Any person who maintains or assists SECTION 62.Effective date of local option.In each county or in maintaining such common nuisance or knowingly suffers city that returns a majority vote for or against prohibition, or permits such nuisance to exist in any place of which the the law shall take effect on January 1 following the day of person is the owner,manager or lessor,shall be guilty of a election. violation of sections 3 to 30 of this Act and sections 45 to 70 of this Act. (Enforcement of Marijuana Laws) SECTION 67.Lien on place used to unlawfully handle mari- SECTION 63.Duty of officers to enforce and to inform district juana.If it is proved that the owner of any building or prem- attorney.The state police,sheriffs,constables and all police ises knowingly has suffered the same to be used or occupied officers within the State of Oregon shall enforce sections 3 for the manufacture,sale or possession of marijuana items, to 30 of this Act and sections 45 to 70 of this Act and assist contrary to the provisions of sections 3 to 30 of this Act or the Oregon Liquor Control Commission in detecting viola- sections 45 to 70 of this Act,such building or premises are tions of sections 3 to 30 of this Act and sections 45 to 70 of subject to a lien for,and may be sold to pay all fines and this Act and apprehending offenders.Each such enforcing costs assessed against their occupants for any violation of officer having notice,knowledge or reasonable ground of sections 3 to 30 of this Act or sections 45 to 70 of this Act. suspicion of any violation of sections 3 to 30 of this Act or The lien shall be enforced immediately by civil action in sections 45 to 70 of this Act shall immediately notify the dis- any court having jurisdiction,by the district attorney of the trict attorney,and furnish the district attorney with names county wherein the building or premises are located. and addresses of any witnesses,or other information within the officer's knowledge,of such violation. SECTION 68.Governor authorized to suspend license.In case of invasion,disaster,insurrection,riot,or imminent danger SECTION 64.Confiscation of marijuana and property.(1) thereof,the Governor may,for the duration of such invasion, Whenever any officer arrests any person for violation of disaster,insurrection,riot,or imminent danger thereof, sections 3 to 30 of this Act or sections 45 to 70 of this Act, immediately suspend without notice any license in the area the officer may take into possession all marijuana items,and involved granted under sections 3 to 30 of this Act or sec- other property which the person so arrested has in posses- tions 45 to 70 of this Act. sion,or on the premises,which is apparently being used in violation of sections 3 to 30 of this Act or sections 45 to 70 of (Penalties) this Act. SECTION 69.Penalties.(1)Except where other punishment is (2)If the person so arrested is convicted,and it is found that specifically provided for in sections 3 to 70 of this Act,viola- the marijuana items,and other property has been used in tion of any provision of sections 3 to 70 of this Act is a Class violation of Oregon law: A misdemeanor. (a)The marijuana items shall be forfeited to an appropriate (2)A violation of subsection(1)of section 40 of this Act is a state or local law enforcement agency,and shall be delivered Class B misdemeanor. by the court or officer to the law enforcement agency;and (3)Subject to ORS 153.022,violation of any regulation pro- (b)Subject to other applicable law,the other property shall mulgated under paragraph(e)of subsection(2)of section 7 be forfeited to the Oregon Liquor Control Commission,and of this Act is a Class C violation. shall be delivered by the court or officer to the commission. SECTION 70.Severability.If any sections,subsections,para- (3)The commission is authorized to destroy or make such graphs,phrases,or words of sections 3 to 70 of this Act shall other disposition of any property it receives under paragraph be held unconstitutional,void,or illegal,either on their face (b)of subsection(2)of this section as it considers to be in the or as applied,this shall not affect the applicability,constitu- public interest.In any such case,all such property,including tionality,or legality of any other sections,subsections,para- lockers,chairs,tables,cash registers,music devices,gam- graphs,phrases,and words of sections 3 to 70 of this Act. bling devices,furniture,furnishings,equipment and facilities To that end,the sections,subsections,paragraphs,phrases, for the storing,serving or using of marijuana items shall be and words of sections 3 to 70 of this Act are intended to be confiscated and forfeited to the state,and the clear proceeds severable.It is hereby declared to be the intent of sections 3 shall be deposited with the State Treasury in the Common to 70 of this Act that sections 3 to 70 of this Act would have School Fund in the manner provided in this section. been adopted had such unconstitutional,void,or illegal sec- tions,subsections,paragraphs,phrases,or words,if any,not SECTION 65.Duty to notify Oregon Liquor Control been included in sections 3 to 70 of this Act. Commission of conviction of licensee.The county courts, district attorneys and municipal authorities,immediately SECTION 71.Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code. upon the conviction of any licensee of the Oregon Liquor Section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code does not apply for Control Commission of a violation of any provision of sec- purposes of determining taxable income or loss under this tions 3 to 30 of this Act or sections 45 to 70 of this Act or chapter. 112 Measures(Measure 91 SECTION 72.Definition of controlled substance.As used in year that is attributable to the conversion of a regular indi- the following statutes and any rule adopted thereunder,the vidual retirement account into a Roth individual retirement term"controlled substance"shall not include marijuana: account described in section 408A of the Internal Revenue Code,to the extent that: (1)ORS 475.125 to ORS 475.165(registration with the State Board of Pharmacy). (A)The amount was subject to the income tax of another state or the District of Columbia in a prior tax year;and (2)ORS 475.175 to ORS 475.190(records). SECTION 73.Use of marijuana while driving: (B)The taxpayer was a resident of the other state or the I g:penalty.(1) District of Columbia for that prior tax year. A person commits the offense of use of marijuana while driving if the person uses any marijuana while driving a (g)Any amounts awarded to the taxpayer by the Public Safety motor vehicle upon a highway. Memorial Fund Board under ORS 243.954 to 243.974 to the extent that the taxpayer has not taken the amount as a deduc- (2)The offense described in this section,use of marijuana tion in determining the taxpayer's federal taxable income for while driving,is a Class B traffic violation. the tax year. SECTION 74.ORS 316.680,as amended by section 3,chapter (h)If included in taxable income for federal tax purposes,the 194,Oregon Laws 2013,is amended to read: amount withdrawn during the tax year in qualified withdraw- 316.680 Modification of taxable income.(1)There shall be als from a college savings network account established under ORS 348.841 to 348.873. subtracted from federal taxable income: (a)The interest or dividends on obligations of the United (i)For income tax years commencing on or after January States and its territories and possessions obligations of the author- 1,2015,the amount of any deductions or credits that the States es and its ri cries a d possessions ss of the United States author- taxpayer would have been allowed but for the provisions of the extent includable in gross income for federal income section 280E of the Internal Revenue Code. tax purposes but exempt from state income taxes under the (2)There shall be added to federal taxable income: laws of the United States.However,the amount subtracted under this paragraph shall be reduced by any interest on (a)Interest or dividends,exempt from federal income tax,on indebtedness incurred to carry the obligations or securities obligations or securities of any foreign state or of a political described in this paragraph,and by any expenses incurred subdivision or authority of any foreign state.However,the in the production of interest or dividend income described amount added under this paragraph shall be reduced by any in this paragraph to the extent that such expenses,including interest on indebtedness incurred to carry the obligations or amortizable bond premiums,are deductible in determining securities described in this paragraph and by any expenses federal taxable income. incurred in the production of interest or dividend income described in this paragraph. (b)The amount of any federal income taxes accrued by the taxpayer during the taxable year as described in ORS 316.685, (b)Interest or dividends on obligations of any authority, less the amount of any refunds of federal taxes previously commission,instrumentality and territorial possession of accrued for which a tax benefit was received. the United States that by the laws of the United States are exempt from federal income tax but not from state income (c)Amounts allowable under sections 2621(a)(2)and 2622(b) taxes.However,the amount added under this paragraph shall of the Internal Revenue Code to the extent that the taxpayer be reduced by any interest on indebtedness incurred to carry does not elect under section 642(g)of the Internal Revenue the obligations or securities described in this paragraph and Code to reduce federal taxable income by those amounts. by any expenses incurred in the production of interest or (d)Any supplemental payments made to JOBS Plus Program dividend income described in this paragraph. participants under ORS 411.892. (c)The amount of any federal estate taxes allocable to income (e)(A)Federal pension income that is attributable to federal in respect of a decedent not taxable by Oregon. employment occurring before October 1,1991.Federal (d)The amount of any allowance for depletion in excess of the pension income that is attributable to federal employment taxpayer's adjusted basis in the property depleted,deducted occurring before October 1,1991,shall be determined by on the taxpayer's federal income tax return for the taxable multiplying the total amount of federal pension income for year,pursuant to sections 613,613A,614,616 and 617 of the the tax year by the ratio of the number of months of federal Internal Revenue Code. creditable service occurring before October 1,1991,over the total number of months of federal creditable service. (e)For taxable years beginning on or after January 1,1985, the dollar amount deducted under section 151 of the Internal (B)The subtraction allowed under this paragraph applies only Revenue Code for personal exemptions for the taxable year. to federal pension income received at a time when: (f)The amount taken as a deduction on the taxpayer's federal (i)Benefit increases provided under chapter 569,Oregon return for unused qualified business credits under section 196 Laws 1995,are in effect;or of the Internal Revenue Code. (ii)Public Employees Retirement System benefits received (g)The amount of any increased benefits paid to a taxpayer for service prior to October 1, 1991,are exempt from state under chapter 569,Oregon Laws 1995,under the provisions income tax. of chapter 796,Oregon Laws 1991,and under section 26, (C)As used in this paragraph: chapter 815,Oregon Laws 1991,that is not includable in the taxpayer's federal taxable income under the Internal Revenue (i)"Federal creditable service" means those periods of time Code. for which a federal employee earned a federal pension. (h)The amount of any long term care insurance premiums (ii)"Federal pension" means any form of retirement allow- paid or incurred by the taxpayer during the tax year if: ance provided by the federal government,its agencies or (A)The amount is taken into account as a deduction on the its instrumentalities to retirees of the federal government or taxpayer's federal return for the tax year;and their beneficiaries. (f)Any amount included in federal taxable income for the tax (B)The taxpayer claims the credit allowed under ORS 315.610 ( ► Y e o t e to for the tax year. ;W 4 eeneral Election Voters'Pamphlet 113 (i)Any amount taken as a deduction under section 1341 of the pipes with or without screens,permanent screens or hashish Internal Revenue Code in computing federal taxable income heads; for the tax year,if the taxpayer has claimed a credit for claim of right income repayment adjustment under ORS 315.068. (B)Water pipes; (j)If the taxpayer makes a nonqualified withdrawal,as defined (C)Carburetion tubes and devices; in ORS 348.841,from a college savings network account established under ORS 348.841 to 348.873,the amount of (D)Smoking and carburetion masks; the withdrawal that is attributable to contributions that were (E)Roach clips,meaning objects used to hold burning mate- subtracted from federal taxable income under ORS 316.699. rial that has become too small or too short to be held in the (3)Discount and gain or loss on retirement or disposition of hand,such as a marijuana cigarette; obligations described under subsection(2)(a)of this section (F)Miniature cocaine spoons and cocaine vials; issued on or after January 1,1985,shall be treated for pur- poses of this chapter in the same manner as under sections (G)Chamber pipes; 1271 to 1283 and other pertinent sections of the Internal Revenue Code as if the obligations,although issued by a (H)Carburetor pipes; foreign state or a political subdivision of a foreign state,were not tax exempt under the Internal Revenue Code. (I)Electric pipes; SECTION 75.ORS 475.525 is amended to read: (J)Air-driven pipes; 475.525 Sale of drug paraphernalia prohibited;definition (K)Chillums; of drug paraphernalia;exceptions.(1)It is unlawful for any (L)Bongs; person to sell or deliver,possess with intent to sell or deliver or manufacture with intent to sell or deliver drug para- (M)Ice pipes or chillers;and phernalia,knowing that it will be used to unlawfully plant, propagate,cultivate,grow,harvest,manufacture,compound, (N)Lighting equipment specifically designed for the growing convert,produce,process,prepare,test,analyze,pack, of controlled substances. repack,store,contain,conceal,inject,ingest,inhale or other- wise introduce into the human body a controlled substance (3)Drug paraphernalia does not include hypodermic syringes as defined by ORS 475.005. or needles. (2)For the purposes of this section,"drug paraphernalia" (4)For the purposes of this section,"marijuana parapherna- means all equipment,products and materials of any kind lia"means all equipment,products and materials of any kind which are marketed for use or designed for use in planting, which are marketed for use or designed for use in planting, propagating,cultivating,growing,harvesting,manufacturing, propagating,cultivating,growing,harvesting,manufac- compounding,converting,producing,processing,preparing, turing,compounding,converting,producing,processing, testing,analyzing,packaging,repackaging,storing,contain- preparing,testing,analyzing,packaging,repackaging, ing,concealing,injecting,ingesting,inhaling or otherwise storing,containing,concealing,injecting,ingesting,inhaling introducing into the human body a controlled substance or otherwise introducing into the human body marijuana in in violation of ORS 475.840 to 475.980.Drug paraphernalia violation of ORS 475.840 to 475.980. includes,but is not limited to: [(4)1(5)In determining whether an object is drug parapherna- (a)Kits marketed for use or designed for use in unlawfully lia or marijuana paraphernalia,a trier of fact should consider, planting,propagating,cultivating,growing or harvesting of in addition to all other relevant factors,the following: any species of plant which is a controlled substance or from which a controlled substance can be derived; (a)Instructions,oral or written,provided with the object concerning its use; (b)Kits marketed for use or designed for use in manufactur (b)Descriptive materials accompanying the object which ing,compounding,converting,producing,processing or preparing controlled substances; explain or depict its use; (c)Isomerization devices marketed for use or designed for (c)National and local advertising concerning its use; use in increasing the potency of any species of plant which is (d)The manner in which the object is displayed for sale; a controlled substance; (e)The existence and scope of legitimate uses for the object (d)Testing equipment marketed for use or designed for use in the community;and in identifying or in analyzing the strength,effectiveness or purity of controlled substances; (f)Any expert testimony which may be introduced concerning (e)Scales and balances marketed for use or designed for use its use. in weighing or measuring controlled substances; [(5)](6)The provisions of ORS 475.525 to 475.565 do not apply to persons registered under the provisions of ORS 475.125 or (f)Diluents and adulterants,such as quinine hydrochloride, to persons specified as exempt from registration under the mannitol,mannite,dextrose and lactose,marketed for use or provisions of that statute. designed for use in cutting controlled substances; (g)Separation gins and sifters marketed for use or designed (7)The provisions of ORS 475.525 to 475.565 do not apply to (g)Separation in tiogin twigs s and marketed from,for use i e otherwise a person who sells or delivers marijuana paraphernalia to a removing g person 21 years of age or older. cleaning or refining marijuana; SECTION 76,ORS 475.752,as amended by section 3,chapter (h)Containers and other objects marketed for use or designed for use in storing or concealing controlled substances;and 591,Oregon Laws 2013,is amended to read: 475.752 Prohibited acts generally;penalties;affirmative (i)Objects marketed for use or designed specifically for use defense for certain peyote uses;causing death by Schedule in ingesting,inhaling or otherwise introducing marijuana, IV substance.(1)Except for licensees and licensee represen- cocaine,hashish or hashish oil into the human body,such as: tatives as defined in subsections(10)and(11)of section 5 of this Act,and except for a person acting within the scope (A)Metal,wooden,acrylic,glass,stone,plastic or ceramic 114 !Measures°°� a of and in compliance with subsection(1)of section 6 of this section is not available to any person who has possessed or Act,and except as authorized by ORS 475.005 to 475.285 and delivered the peyote while incarcerated in a correctional facil- 475.752 to 475.980,it is unlawful for any person to manu- ity in this state. facture or deliver a controlled substance.Any person who violates this subsection with respect to: (6)(a)Notwithstanding subsection(1)of this section,a person who unlawfully manufactures or delivers a controlled (a)A controlled substance in Schedule I,is guilty of a Class substance in Schedule IV and who thereby causes death to A felony,except as otherwise provided in ORS 475.886 and another person is guilty of a Class C felony. 475.890. (b)For purposes of this subsection,causation is established (b)A controlled substance in Schedule II,is guilty of a Class B when the controlled substance plays a substantial role in the felony,except as otherwise provided in ORS 475.858,475.860, death of the other person. 475.862,475.878,475.880,475.882,475.904 and 475.906. SECTION 77.ORS 475.856,as amended by section 1,chapter (c)A controlled substance in Schedule Ili,is guilty of a Class 591,Oregon Laws 2013,is amended to read: C felony,except as otherwise provided in ORS 475.904 and 475.906. 475.856 Unlawful manufacture of marijuana.(1)[/t]Except for licensees and licensee representatives as defined in subsec- (d)A controlled substance in Schedule IV,is guilty of a Class tions(10)and(11)of section 5 of this Act,and except for a B misdemeanor. person acting within the scope of and in compliance with subsection(1)of section 6 of this Act,it is unlawful for any (e)A controlled substance in Schedule V,is guilty of a Class C person to manufacture marijuana. misdemeanor. (2)Except as authorized in ORS 475.005 to 475.285 and (2)Unlawful manufacture of marijuana is a Class B felony. 475.752 to 475.980,it is unlawful for any person to create or (3)Notwithstanding subsection(2)of this section,unlawful deliver a counterfeit substance.Any person who violates this manufacture of marijuana is a Class B misdemeanor,if a subsection with respect to: person 21 years of age or older manufactures homegrown marijuana at a household and the total number of home- (a)A counterfeit substance in Schedule I,is guilty of a Class grown marijuana plants at the household exceeds four mari- A felony. juana plants but does not exceed eight marijuana plants. (b)A counterfeit substance in Schedule II,is guilty of a Class (4)As used in subsection(3)of this section,the terms B felony. "homegrown"and"household"have the meanings given to (c)A counterfeit substance in Schedule III,is guilty of a Class them in section 5 of this Act. C felony. SECTION 78.ORS 475.860 is amended to read: (d)A counterfeit substance in Schedule IV,is guilty of a Class 475.860 Unlawful delivery of marijuana.(1)[It]Except for B misdemeanor. licensees and licensee representatives as defined in subsec- (e)A counterfeit substance in Schedule V,is guilty of a Class tions(10)and(11)of section 5 of this Act,and except for a C misdemeanor. person acting within the scope of and in compliance with subsection(1)of section 6 of this Act,it is unlawful for any (3)It is unlawful for any person knowingly or intentionally to person to deliver marijuana. possess a controlled substance,other than marijuana,unless (2)Unlawful delivery of marijuana is a: the substance was obtained directly from,or pursuant to a valid prescription or order of,a practitioner while acting in (a)Class B felony if the delivery is for consideration. the course of professional practice,or except as otherwise authorized by ORS 475.005 to 475.285 and 475.752 to 475.980. (b)Class C felony if the delivery is for no consideration. Any person who violates this subsection with respect to: (3)Notwithstanding subsection(2)of this section,unlawful (a)A controlled substance in Schedule I,is guilty of a Class B delivery of marijuana is a: felony,except as otherwise provided in ORS 475.894. (a)Class A misdemeanor,if the delivery is for no consider- (b)A controlled substance in Schedule II,is guilty of a Class C ation and consists of less than one avoirdupois ounce of the felony,except as otherwise provided in ORS 475.864. dried leaves,stems and flowers of the plant Cannabis family Moraceae;or (c)A controlled substance in Schedule III,is guilty of a Class A misdemeanor. (b)Violation,if the delivery is for no consideration and con- sists of less than five grams of the dried leaves,stems and (d)A controlled substance in Schedule IV,is guilty of a Class flowers of the plant Cannabis family Moraceae.A violation C misdemeanor. under this paragraph is a specific fine violation.The presump- (e)A controlled substance in Schedule V,is guilty of a five fine for a violation under this paragraph is$650. violation. (4)Notwithstanding subsections(2)and(3)of this section, (4)In any prosecution under this section for manufacture, unlawful delivery of marijuana is a: possession or delivery of that plant of the genus Lophophora (a)Class A felony,if the delivery is to a person under 18 years commonly known as peyote,it is an affirmative defense that of age and the defendant is at least 18 years of age and is at the peyote is being used or is intended for use: least three years older than the person to whom the mari- (a)In connection with the good faith practice of a religious juana is delivered;or belief; (b)Class C misdemeanor,if the delivery: (b)As directly associated with a religious practice;and (A)Is for no consideration; (c)In a manner that is not dangerous to the health of the user (B)Consists of less than five grams of the dried leaves,stems or others who are in the proximity of the user. and flowers of the plant Cannabis family Moraceae; (5)The affirmative defense created in subsection(4)of this (C)Takes place in a public place,as defined in ORS 161.015, Official 2014 General Election Voters'Pamphlet '115 that is within 1,000 feet of the real property comprising a (c)Class B violation,if the amount possessed is not more public or private elementary,secondary or career school than two times the applicable maximum amount specified in attended primarily by minors;and subsection(6)of this section. (D)Is to a person who is 18 years of age or older. (8)A violation of paragraph(f)of subsection(6)of this section is a: SECTION 79.ORS 475.864,as amended by section 2,chapter 591,Oregon Laws 2013,is amended to read: (a)Class C felony,if the amount possessed is more than one- quarter ounce of such marijuana extracts;or 475.864 Unlawful possession of marijuana.(1)As used in subsections(2)to(4)of this section: (b)Class B misdemeanor,if the amount possessed is not more than one-quarter ounce of such marijuana extracts. (a)"Marijuana"means the leaves,stems,and flowers of the plant Cannabis family Moraceae. SECTION 80.ORS 571.315 is amended to read: (b)"Marijuana product"has the meaning given the term 571.315 Revocation or refusal of license or permit;civil "marijuana"in ORS 475.005(16),but does not include the penalty.(1)In addition to any other liability or penalty pro- leaves,stems and flowers of the plant Cannabis family vided by Oregon law,the State Department of Agriculture Moraceae. may revoke or refuse to issue or renew an industrial hemp license or an agricultural hemp seed production permit and (2)It is unlawful for any person under 21 years of age know- may impose a civil penalty for violation of: ingly or intentionally to possess marijuana or marijuana product. (a)A license or permit requirement; (3)(a)Unlawful possession of four avoirdupois ounces or (b)License or permit terms or conditions; more of marijuana by a person under 21 years of age is a Class C felony. (c)Department rules relating to growing or handling indus- trial hemp;or (b)Unlawful possession of one avoirdupois ounce of mari- juana or more,but less than four avoirdupois ounces,by a (d)A final order of the department that is specifically directed person under 21 years of age is a Class B misdemeanor. to the grower's or handler's industrial hemp operations or activities. (c)Unlawful possession of less than one avoirdupois ounce of marijuana by a person under 21 years of age is a specific (2)The department may not impose a civil penalty under this fine violation.The presumptive fine for a violation under this section that exceeds$2,500.The department shall impose paragraph is$650. civil penalties under this section in the manner provided by ORS 183.745. (4)(a)Unlawful possession of one-quarter avoirdupois ounce or more of marijuana product by a person under 21 years of (3)The department may revoke or refuse to issue or renew age is a Class C felony. an industrial hemp license or an agricultural hemp seed production permit for violation of any rule of the department (b)Unlawful possession of less than one-quarter avoirdupois that pertains to agricultural operations or activities other than ounce of marijuana product by a person under 21 years of industrial hemp growing or handling. age is a Class B misdemeanor. (4)A revocation of,or a refusal to issue or renew,an indus- (5)As used in subsections(6)to(8)of this section,the terms trial hemp license or an agricultural hemp seed production "licensee,""licensee representative,""marijuana," "marl- permit is subject to ORS chapter 183. juana extracts,""marijuana products,""marijuana retailer," "public place,"and"usable marijuana"have the meanings (5)The department may not revoke or refuse to issue or given to them in section 5 of this Act. renew an industrial hemp license or an agricultural hemp seed production permit on the basis that industrial hemp (6)Except for licensees and licensee representatives,it is production or possession,or commerce in industrial hemp unlawful for any person 21 years of age or older knowingly commodities or products,is prohibited by federal law. or intentionally to possess: SECTION 81.Sections 71 to 73 of this Act and the amend- (a)More than one ounce of usable marijuana in a public ments to ORS 316.680,475.525,475.752,475.856,475.860, place. 475.864,and 571.315 by sections 74 to 80 of this Act apply to conduct occurring on and after the operative date specified (b)More than eight ounces of usable marijuana. in subsection(1)of section 82 of this Act. (c)More than sixteen ounces of marijuana products in solid SECTION 82.(1)Sections 3 to 73 of this Act and the amend- form. merits to ORS 316.680,475.525,475.752,475.856,475.860, (d)More than seventy-two ounces of marijuana products in 475.864,and 571.315 by sections 74 to 80 of this Act become operative on July 1,2015. liquid form. (e)More than one ounce of marijuana extracts. (2)The Oregon Liquor Control Commission may take any action before the operative date specified in subsection(1) (f)Any marijuana extracts that were not purchased from a of this section that is necessary to enable the commission to licensed marijuana retailer. exercise,on and after the operative date specified in subsec- tion(1)of this section,all the duties,functions and powers (7)A violation of paragraphs(a)to(e)of subsection(6)of this conferred on the commission by sections 3 to 73 of this section is a: Act and the amendments to ORS 316.680,475.525,475.752, 475.856,475.860,475.864,and 571.315 by sections 74 to 80 of (a)Class C felony,if the amount possessed is more than four this Act. times the applicable maximum amount specified in subsec- tion(6)of this section; SECTION 83.The section captions used in this Act are provided only for the convenience of the reader and do not (b)Class B misdemeanor,if the amount possessed is more become part of the statutory law of this state or express any than two times,but not more than four times,the applicable legislative intent in the enactment of this Act. maximum amount specified in subsection(6)of this section; or `l4G i1iea mow e"' SECTION 84.This Act becomes effective 30 days after the Explanatory Statement day on which it is approved by a majority of the votes cast on it. Current Oregon law prohibits the cultivation,use and dis- tribution of marijuana,except as permitted by the Oregon SECTION 85.If an initiative petition that conflicts with Medical Marijuana Act. this Act is placed on the ballot at the next regular general election held throughout this state on November 4,2014, Ballot Measure 91 legalizes personal possession of marijuana and if both this Act and the conflicting initiative petition within specified limits,and provides for a commercial regula- are approved by a majority of the votes cast thereon,the tory system of marijuana production,distribution and sale. conflicting initiative petition is repealed in its entirety if this Act receives a number of affirmative votes greater than the As to personal possession,the measure allows a person number of affirmative votes received by the conflicting initia- 21 years of age or older to have,at any given time,up to 1 tive petition. ounce of marijuana away from home so long as it is out of public view.At home,per household,persons 21 years of age SECTION 86.If any sections,subsections,paragraphs, or older may possess 8 ounces of marijuana,16 ounces of phrases,or words of this Act(including but not limited to the marijuana products,72 ounces of marijuana in liquid form, entirety of sections 7 to 70 of this Act)shall be held uncon- and 1 ounce of marijuana extracts.The measure also allows a stitutional,void,or illegal,either on their face or as applied, household to have up to 4 marijuana plants,which cannot be this shall not affect the applicability,constitutionality,or grown in public view. legality of any other sections,subsections,paragraphs, phrases,and words of this Act.To that end,the sections, The measure prohibits using marijuana in a public place,or subsections,paragraphs,phrases,and words of this Act using marijuana while driving a vehicle on a public road.This are intended to be severable.It is hereby declared to be the measure also prohibits homemade marijuana extracts,or intent of this Act that this Act would have been adopted had providing marijuana to a person who is visibly intoxicated. such unconstitutional,void,or illegal sections,subsections, As to the commercial regulatory system,the measure paragraphs,phrases,or words,if any,not been included in provides for the licensing and regulation of the production, this Act. processing,wholesale,and retail sale of marijuana and Note:Boldfaced type indicates new language;[brackets and marijuana products throughout the state.The Oregon Liquor italic]type indicates deletions or comments. Control Commission(OLCC)must adopt rules regulating those activities by January 1,2016.The OLCC must begin taking license applications not later than January 4,2016, and begin issuing licenses soon after that.A person must be at least 21 years of age to obtain an OLCC license,purchase marijuana from a retailer,or work at any licensed marijuana business.Licenses can be denied or revoked for violation of this measure or OLCC rules.The State of Oregon will not operate any of these marijuana businesses. A city or county may adopt reasonable time,place and manner regulations of the nuisance aspects of licensed retail activities. A city or county may opt out of having marijuana businesses only by petition signed by 10 percent of registered voters and approved by a majority of voters at a general election. The measure imposes a tax,by weight,on marijuana pro- duced by licensees.Local taxation is prohibited.The OLCC will also collect licensee fees.Money collected by the state tax and licensee fees is used to fund licensing and regula- tion by the state.Remaining revenue will be distributed as follows:40 percent to help fund schools,25 percent for sub- stance abuse treatment and prevention services,15 percent to the state police,and 20 percent to cities and counties solely for enforcement of this measure. The measure requires the Oregon Department of Agriculture to issue hemp licenses to qualified farmers. The measure does not affect state laws relating to medical marijuana,landlord-tenant matters,penalties for driving under the influence of intoxicants,marijuana laws applying to those under 21 years of age,any federal government grant or contract requirements,or state or federal law pertaining to employment matters. Committee Members: Appointed by: Anthony Johnson* Chief Petitioners Becky Straus Chief Petitioners Rob Bovett Secretary of State Josh Marquis* Secretary of State Hardy Myers Members of the Committee *Member dissents(does not concur with explanatory statement) (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) urges["Measure 91 Arguments 117 Argument in Favor $1 trillion fighting the War on Drugs.When it comes to mari- juana,the numbers make it clear it's not working. I'm a grandmother. I don't want my grandchildren using marijuana. Measure 91 is a better way forward for Oregon.Police will I'm voting YES on Measure 91. have more time to focus on violent offenses. Money spent on legal marijuana will be diverted from the black market and As a grandmother,my greatest concern is always the health drug cartels.Instead,it will go into legitimate businesses,and and safety of my grandchildren.That's why their parents and the taxes generated will go to essential public services like I have talked with them about how people under 21 should police,mental health and drug prevention.Plus,Measure 91's not use marijuana.But I also know that it is easier for kids to strict regulations provide the protections we need. get marijuana than a six-pack.Trying to control marijuana through the criminal justice system doesn't work. Let's improve our marijuana laws,the right way. Vote YES on Measure 91. I would much rather see a system of strict regulation and control,much like we have for alcohol.Taking marijuana (This information furnished by Kris Olson.) production,sales and use out of the criminal market gives us a much better chance of keeping it out of the hands of kids. Argument in Favor Drug dealers don't ask for ID. Teachers and School Volunteers Say: As for adults using marijuana I feel that is a choice each To Better Protect Young People, individual must make.But people 21 and older should not see We Need a New Approach to Marijuana their lives ruined just because they used marijuana.Under our current laws,a 22-year-old student who has a small As teachers and school volunteers,we believe that marijuana amount of marijuana on them could be arrested,put in jail, isn't a substance that should be used by young people.Yet, lose their loans,be forced to drop out of school and then have based on what we've seen in our schools.it's clear that our a record that follows them every time they try to get a job or current marijuana laws fail when it comes to protecting our housing.Our current laws go too far. students. Measure 91 has the right restrictions in place,more than any Right now,kids have an easier time getting marijuana than measure ever put before Oregon voters. they should.In fact,current marijuana policy increases • Marijuana will be strictly controlled from seed to sale. the risk to young people because black market sellers do • Marijuana can only be sold in licensed,inspected and nothing to avoid selling to youth.They don't provide drug audited stores in specially zoned areas that are far away education and they don't ask for ID. from schools. • Sellers must ask for IDs.People under 21 are forbidden We need to end the system that gives criminals and drug from even entering the stores. cartels control over whether and which kids have access to • The new law will penalize access by minors,keep current marijuana.We can take better care of our kids by passing laws against driving while impaired,keep drug-free Measure 91 which will strictly regulate and control marijuana. workplace rules and prevent public use. Measure 91 also will provide desperately-needed funding for Our current system isn't working.Let's replace it proven drug education and prevention strategies for youth, with one that does. along with treatment and support for those who need it.Right Vote YES on Measure 91. now,these programs are underfunded and not making it into classrooms and community centers where they are needed. Martha Duff,Portland Taxes from marijuana will be put into a special account that, (This information furnished by Martha Duff,Portland.) by law,is distributed as follows:25%to fund drug prevention and treatment programs,40%to Oregon's public schools,and Argument in Favor 35%to state and local police. An important message from: Voting Yes on 91 means: Kris Olson • Better control of marijuana and drastically reducing the Former Chief Federal Prosecutor for Oregon black market. For 17 years I served as a federal prosecutor,including 7 years • Better,proven tools to keep kids away from marijuana. as the U.S Attorney for Oregon.As chief federal prosecutor,I • Better funding for prevention,treatment and schools. led the prosecution of all federal drug cases in this state.I did Regardless of how we feel about marijuana,we should all my utmost to pursue justice and keep Oregonians safe. agree that it's crucial to protect kids. I learned firsthand how our current approach to marijuana Bobbie Regan,school Ginny Markel!,retired has failed.By keeping marijuana illegal,we enrich organized volunteer,Portland high school teacher, crime and violent drug cartels.At the same time,we distract North lackam s police,who spend too much time arresting and citing people C a for small amounts of marijuana. Elizabeth Kaufman,former Michael Schwab,After School high school teacher, Program Leader,Eugene In the last decade,police in Oregon arrested or cited almost Clackamas County 100,000 people for marijuana violations.People of color are cited or arrested at more than twice the rate of whites, Christopher D.Hebbe, Timothy Rake,retired 4J despite no difference in the rate of use of marijuana between paraeducator,Portland teacher,Eugene races.Even if each arrest or citation took only 10 minutes, that's nearly one million minutes.One million minutes is the (This information furnished by Christopher Hebbe.) equivalent of two years. Every minute police and sheriffs spend on a low-level mari- Argument in Favor juana case is time taken away from a case that truly affects "The examination room is a sanctuary...the war on drugs public safety. does not belong there." --Richard Bayer,M.D.,FACP Yet,police have no choice but to go after marijuana users. Enforcing the law is their job.That's why the law must I have seen many patients benefit from the use of medical change.Our country has spent more than 40 years and marijuana,before and after I was co-chief petitioner of the 118 Measures l.Meas e.91 Arg: is Oregon Medical Marijuana Act,when it successfully passed City Club Members Vote: in 1998. Yes 83% I support Measure 91 because it doesn't negatively impact the Oregon Medical Marijuana Program and can benefit many No 17% patients not covered or served by the medical law.Marijuana Who is City Club of Portland? regulation is a better policy than marijuana prohibition. We bring together civic-minded people to make Portland and Measure 91 does not impact the Oregon better places to live,work and play for everyone. Oregon Medical Marijuana Act in any way. Read our complete recommendation and become a City Club Understandably,I am very protective of Oregon's medical member at: marijuana program and its patients and would not support anything that would do the medical program or its patients www.Ddxcitvclub.orq any harm.I can wholeheartedly support Measure 91 because it protects the program and our patients. (This information furnished by Karen Kervin,President, City Club of Portland.) Medical marijuana laws are not enough for many patients. Because of local bans,too many patients have to travel long Argument in Favor distances to acquire medical marijuana-or go without.Too many patients can't afford to pay for a state registration fee Former Volunteer Firefighter and and the doctor visits necessary to acquire a medical marl- Emergency Medical Technician says: juana card.Low-income patients shouldn't be subjected to A regulated approach will more safely control marijuana. criminal laws because of poverty.Additionally,there is still too much discrimination against medical marijuana patients The jobs of EMTs and firefighters are already treacherous and medical marijuana research. Measure 91 will put us on a enough.Illegal marijuana growing can make our job even path to end that discrimination and start the serious study of tougher.That's why we need a safer approach to controlling medical marijuana in Oregon. marijuana and why I am voting Yes on Measure 91. Regulation works better than marijuana prohibition. A a regulated Just as Al Capone and other mobsters profited from alcohol g approach to marijuana will cut down on illegal prohibition,drug cartels profit from marijuana prohibition growing so that firefighters are safer. today,endangering too many people.Measure 91 brings You may know about illegal marijuana growing in our forests. marijuana out of an unregulated market into a regulated market But illegal growing operations also make our neighborhoods with the right restrictions,and creates new tax revenue for drug more dangerous.Illicit growers go to great lengths to hide treatment and drug prevention programs.We have had great their electricity consumption,including stealing electricity success decreasing teen use of tobacco with regulation,taxa- from others using dangerous homemade power lines that tion,and education and we can do the same with marijuana. can easily catch fire.They set up in quiet neighborhoods like Richard Bayer,M.D.,FACP yours and mine so they don't attract attention. (This information furnished by Dr.Richard E Bayer,M.D.FACP.) Measure 91 creates a system of legitimate businesses that would be treated like other businesses.They would: • pay for proper electricity and professional installation; Argument in Favor • install sprinklers and adhere to fire code;and City Club of Portland Recommends a Yes Vote • meet zoning standards and be located where they belong,not hidden away. Legalize,License,and Tax Illegal growing operations make the outdoors more dangerous. What does this measure do? In training for wildland fires,we are warned of the dangers from large illegal growing in wildfire-infested areas.Because This well-written measure uses our current state agency these operations are illegal,they are often protected by infrastructure and provides a detailed method for licensing, booby-traps or arms,and firefighters are instructed to get taxation,and regulation of marijuana.Revenues after program away from them-even if it means walking away from a fire costs are distributed to schools,law enforcement,mental that needs our attention. health,alcohol and drug services,and other health services. Why has this been proposed? Measure 91 fights back against drug cartels so that they face competition with the regulated market and go out of Current marijuana laws unnecessarily limit adult Oregonians' business. freedom to consume a product that is less addictive than Let's make our neighborhoods and wildlands safer by regu- legal products such as alcohol and tobacco. lating,legalizing,and taxing marijuana.I'm a former EMT Our current system is ineffective at achieving its goal of limit and volunteer firefighter,and I'm voting Yes on 91. ing marijuana use to legitimate medical purposes. Brad Stewart,Nehalem Why vote yes? (This information furnished by Bradley G Stewart.) • Oregonians will have increased personal freedom. • Crime can be reduced through well-regulated Argument in Favor legalization. • Legalization will bring in additional revenue for crucial We See the Human Cost and Ruined Lives Caused by Our public services such as public safety,public health,and Current Marijuana Laws Every Day education. • Consumption can be discouraged through education and Please vote Yes on Measure 91 because treating marijuana advertising with provided tax revenues. use as a crime has failed. • Economic opportunity will increase through added • Arresting and citing thousands for marijuana every year revenue and job growth. is a drain upon law enforcement and judicial resources • Brings existing jobs into the legal marketplace,decrimi- and has failed to increase public safety or deter use. nalizes them,and makes them subject to laws regarding • It unnecessarily harms people's lives. workplace safety,Social Security,income tax withhold- • Marijuana laws have disproportionately harmed people ing,and legal protections for workers. of color and hurt low-income citizens the most. B fli4 t neral'Electi n Voters'Pamphlet `,119 Violation of marijuana laws can tear families apart and deny Violent drug cartels in Mexico are driving a humanitarian people education.employment and housing opportunities. crisis at our borders.The violence is due,in part,to illegal Many of us see first-hand the harm caused by an irrational marijuana exports to the black market here.We can cut off policy.We are advocating against our own financial interests, the unlawful drug trafficking with a smart approach at home. but we cannot remain silent in the face of such a discrimina- Marijuana is an economic engine that fuels some gangs.This tory and harmful policy. measure will move the money that funds gangs into the regu- lated,legitimate economy. Measure 91 would license and regulate marijuana only for adults over the age of 21,very similarly to how we regulate beer I can also tell you marijuana prohibition has bogged down and wine.Driving under the influence laws will remain in place. our justice system.Last year, 13,408 people were arrested or It remains against the law to provide marijuana to minors. cited for marijuana crimes in Oregon.That's one person every 39 minutes,all of whom go through the justice system.In the Taking marijuana out of the unregulated,illicit market and into last decade,more than 99,000 people have been arrested or a legal,regulated market will allow law enforcement resources cited for marijuana.That's roughly the same as arresting or to be better prioritized to fight serious and violent crime. citing every person who lives in Albany and Tigard. We urge you to vote Yes on Measure 91 to better prioritize This November,Measure 91 is our chance to get it right. local and state police resources and allow Oregon police That's why I'll be voting yes. officers to concentrate on more important matters. I hope my fellow Oregonians will read the measure,give it Leland R.Berger careful thought and join me. Claudia E.Browne (This information furnished by Richard William Riggs,Retired Thomas K.Coan,Attorney at Law Justice Oregon Supreme Court.) Emerge Law Group Argument in Favor Robert A.Graham,Attorney at Law A Message from Reverend David Bean,Elder Kohel Haver,Partner of SWIDER HAVER LLP United Methodist Church John Henry Hingson III,Attorney at Law As a leader in the faith community and as a minister,I'm com- manded to teach and work for peace.In turn,I guide others to Paul T. Loney,Attorney at Law support humane public policies because that is what my faith John Lucy IV,Attorney at Law instructs me to do. Brian Michaels,P.C.,Attorney at Law Our current harsh marijuana laws are not the right thing to do.The FBI Uniform Crime Statistics estimate that fully Jonah Morningstar,Attorney at Law/Owner, 7%of arrests in Oregon each year are for simple marijuana Morningstar Legal Arts possession.Beyond the fact that it isn't a good use of police resources,I see the human cost of that policy. It can ruin Courtney N.Moran,LL.M. people's lives by giving them a criminal record that stays with them when trying to get a job,housing or a loan.And today's Michael E. Rose,Creighton&Rose,PC laws aren't preventing young people from getting marijuana. Bradley M.Steinman,Attorney at Law The 12,000 annual marijuana arrests and citations in Oregon are not just numbers,they are people.There are very few of Philip W.Studenberg,Attorney at Law us who do not know somebody who uses marijuana,or has Bear Wilner-Nugent used it for some purpose.For adults,that is their choice to make.And if we want to protect young people from marijuana, Neal Weingart,Attorney at Law,LLC Measure 91 offers a smarter and more effective way to do it. Ann B.Witte,Attorney Marijuana is here,and it's not going away.A better system would allow responsible adults to use it sensibly without (This information furnished by Leland R Berger,Attorney at Law, penalty.A better system will strictly regulate marijuana to Oregon CannaBusiness Compliance Counsel,LLC.) protect young people and the vulnerable.A better system would redirect police time and money to address more violent Argument in Favor crime,including taking on the drug cartels currently in the marijuana business.A better system will tax marijuana and Retired Oregon Supreme Court Justice William Riggs: use the funds for drug education and prevention programs. Vote Yes on Measure 91 As a person of faith,I'm voting Yes for Measure 91 because For more than 35 years I've served Oregon as a trial judge,a it's the right thing to do.For our communities,for our Judge on the Oregon Court of Appeals and as a Justice on the families,and for our humanity. Oregon Supreme Court.From that perspective,I can tell you it's time for a better approach to marijuana in our state. (This information furnished by Rev.Dave Bean.) Marijuana legalization is inevitable.I believe we need to do it Argument in Favor with the most responsible approach possible.In fact,I voted against the marijuana legalization measure two years ago Protect Rural Oregon With Measure 91: because I thought it was a flawed proposal.But I am voting Get rid of violent drug cartel grow operations Yes on 91.I've reviewed countless laws in my career and I and create agriculture jobs. have carefully read this proposal. Our beautiful,wide-open land drew pioneers to Oregon.Now Measure 91 is carefully written to legalize.regulate and many of our rural lands have attracted something far worse. tax marijuana for adults 21 and older,and it's the right way Foreign drug cartels are farming marijuana on pristine land forward for our state. in our counties,taking advantage of our cash-strapped law enforcement to feed their black market operations. Treating marijuana use as a crime has failed and has reper- cussions far beyond Oregon. 120°"Measures i`Maas"91 Argu ents` Let's vote to regulate,legalize and tax marijuana to cut off • Generate tax revenue to enhance education,public the black market and send the cartels packing.Rural Oregon safety,and drug treatment and prevention programs. has so much good,we don't want to be known as ground zero Vote Yes on Measure 91 for drug gang activity. These illegal grows are a scourge: (This information furnished by Steve Weiss,Oregon State Council for Retired Citizens.) • Thugs with guns roam remote areas;any family out camping could suddenly land in danger. • Chemicals are used without regard for safety or how Argument in Favor they might contaminate our water. • Forest land is booby-trapped to protect illicit fields. It is long past time for Oregon to end the prohibition on marijuana. Measure 91 taxes legal marijuana.Instead of dumping money In 1973,Oregon decriminalized marijuana possession. in a big bank account for Salem,it's written into the law that the money will be spent on schools,law enforcement,and Opponents predicted all manner of dire consequences.They drug treatment and education.Our sheriffs'offices will get were never realized. money to help bring back 24-hours service so when we call In 1998,our state regulated medical marijuana cultivation and 911,someone is there to help.Our jail beds will be reserved possession.Again,opponents predicted harm would come to keep dangerous criminals off our streets instead of jailing to our children,roadways,and workplaces.The harms never non-violent marijuana users. materialized. Most of us know someone who needs a job.Growing marl- Prohibition never works.In the 1920s,anyone who wanted a juana and hemp is an industry waiting in the wings right now, drink could get one.Gangs distributed booze and ran speak- Beyond farming there's manufacturing.Hemp can be made easies.Organized crime was rampant;people got shot in the into more than 20,000 products.We have a real pioneering streets. spirit here in Oregon,let's put it to use. Today,one in nine Oregon adults is consuming marijuana Tolerating violent drug cartels in our midst is making our corn- munities less safe.We can end the black market for marijuana grown and sold by cartels,criminals,and kids. and create jobs for hard-working people in rural Oregon.Let's We can end Prohibition again by voting for the responsible boost funding for our kids'schools and bring back our public marijuana regulations proposed by Measure 91. safety officers.Vote Yes on 91 for the good of all Oregonians. Prohibition means asset forfeiture and federal anti-drug (This information furnished by Dan Mahr,Campaign Manager, "Byrne Grants",have become a funding source for law Vote Yes on 91.) enforcement and drug rehabilitation businesses.By removing marijuana from the workload of cops and courts,we free up Argument in Favor more time and money to combat actual crime. The Oregon State Council for Retired Citizens is Oregon's Measure 91 will give police 35%and drug treatment 25% oldest grassroots senior advocacy organization.It represents of its revenues.The remaining 40%will go to our schools. the state's retired residents on issues relevant to aging and Estimates of revenues from Oregon's marijuana market vary, quality of life for senior citizens. but whatever the actual figure is,it will be infinitely more revenue than we collect on marijuana now. The Council for Retired Citizens urges everyone to support Measure 91 to regulate,legalize and tax marijuana in Oregon. While benefitting schools financially,Measure 91 also ben- efits kids by placing the marijuana market in secure,adults- For older Americans,marijuana can and does provide great only stores where IDs are checked.In Colorado,they've relief for many conditions.However,when one is sick and in found this practice reduced regular teen marijuana use rates need of effective medicine,it can be difficult to get a medical even as national rates increased.Colorado teens also have marijuana card.And even if you can get a card,it's often hard more difficulty getting marijuana than the national average. to get marijuana through legal means due to bans on dispen- Regulation works! saries across much of the state. Measure 91 maintains our strict drugged driving standards Consider this example:a local older couple became desper- that have contributed to our safest traffic statistics even while ate to obtain marijuana to ease the side effects of the wife's having over 64,000 medical marijuana patients.Freeways in cancer treatment.First,their primary care doctor refused to fill Colorado and Washington are the safest ever as well,with a prescription for medical marijuana.Then they were unable fatality rates far below national averages. to get a referral to a doctor who would do so.Finally they had to resort to the black market so she could get some relief. Say no to criminals running the marijuana market,spoiling our national forests,and selling to our kids.Vote Yes on The lack of legal marijuana means that medical providers are Measure 91. nervous about having anything to do with it.Medical institu- tions aren't conducting research to understand the course of (This information furnished by John R Belville, treatment for marijuana.And there is no funding for clinical Executive Director.) trials because it is still largely illegal. This is the first time a senior citizens organization in Oregon Argument in Favor has endorsed a marijuana regulation measure.That reflects Sheriff. the fact that Measure 91 is a serious,well-crafted and better County Executive. approach. 5th Generation Oregonian. In addition to controlling the growing,selling and distribution Supporter of Measure 91. of marijuana,Measure 91 will: • Better protect youth by putting black market drug deal- I have spent a considerable part of my life associated with law ers out of business; enforcement and government and I have come to the conclu- • Improve access and information for the elderly and sion that"The Drug War" has not only been lost;but like most persons with disabilities who need medical marijuana; wars,its consequences have been a disaster.I have also had • Redirect police resources away from policing"marijuana my belief confirmed that prohibition of a commonly engaged- criminals"to serious crime;and in practice like marijuana use,does far more harm than good. Official 2014 General:Election Voters Pal-rip-Net ..421 I have worked as a prison guard,deputy sheriff,elected Turns out I'm glad I voted yes for marijuana in Colorado,and sheriff,assistant professor of criminal justice,county commis- I'd urge you to vote yes on Measure 91. sioner,county chairman,county executive,founder of Hooper DeTox Center,and Housing Authority executive director. Lily Marsh-Denver,CO My conclusion from this experience is that while many things (This information furnished by Lily Marsh.) may not be good for us,they should not necessarily be unlawful. Argument in Favor Prohibition creates a black market to meet the demand for WHY DO NURSES URGE A YES VOTE FOR MEASURE 91? the prohibited item.The black market is run by criminals who Urgent research needed for medical marijuana. gain great profits that are used to corrupt the system.A gang- Schools need drug education,not drug dealers. ster class is created that is very hard to eradicate. Mental health treatment needs funding. On the other hand,the quality and safety of the product As nurses we have firsthand experience with how people is best assured when it is tightly controlled and available use marijuana.There is no question the current approach of through a government-regulated system with profit going to treating it as a crime has failed.With Measure 91,Oregon has public health,treatment and education. a better way forward. Measure 91 moves Oregon to a more rational model for con- PROBLEM:Medical marijuana transforms lives,but almost trolling a product for which there is an obvious demand.This no research can be done on it.For patients with diseases like measure will not solve all of the problems associated with multiple sclerosis or cancer,medical marijuana can be the dif- its use,but it will be more humane,less corruptive and more ference between a bearable and unbearable life.But because transparent. marijuana is illegal,there's no effective system for labeling, testing and dosing.Medical studies are nearly impossible to I plan to vote yes. conduct.Patients and doctors must rely on guesswork. Donald E.Clark,former Sheriff SOLUTION:Make marijuana legal so that medical research can be done and doctors and patients can get Multnomah County basic information. (This information furnished by Don Clark.) PROBLEM:Schools need drug education,not drug dealers. Right now,people who buy marijuana are giving money to Argument in Favor drug cartels and black market dealers.These dealers sell The Reality of Legalizing Marijuana: marijuana to children,making it too easy for kids to get.And A Letter from a Colorado Mom they are the ones who"educate" kids about marijuana. When my state voted to be first in the nation to legalize and SOLUTION:Tax marijuana so the money goes to drug regulate marijuana for adults over 21,many people didn't prevention,not to drug dealers and cartels.Children are know what to expect.As a mother of a teenage boy,I was more likely to say no to marijuana when they get proven among them.There were plenty of scare tactics from oppo drug education.With tobacco,regulation,taxation and nents to the measure--in Oregon you are probably hearing education has been effective in reducing use. the same thing. PROBLEM:Mental health is woefully underfunded.We're Here is the reality:Life is pretty much the same after marl- throwing people who need mental health treatment into jails juana legalization.And the law is working well. and turning them into hardened criminals. The most frightening picture painted by opponents SOLUTION:Tax marijuana so money goes to mental 9 g p p y pponents was that health treatment.It's cheaper and less cruel than there would be drugged drivers all over the highways.That's addressing mental health problems by putting people definitely not the case.In fact,deadly crashes on Colorado behind bars. roads are down since legal marijuana went on sale. The police are taking the law's protection of our kids very Rachel Seidelman,Registered Pat Hughes,RNC BSN- seriously.In undercover checks at marijuana stores state Nurse Portland Portland wide,100%refused to sell to minors.Unlike drug dealers Mark Ellen Ashmore,RN-Grants Pass Rosemary J. Piser, who never ask for I.D.,these legitimate businesses have a Mary Ellen Ashmore,retired MS HL Hawk,RN Eugene lot to lose.There is even a statewide ad campaign warning nurse-Eugene Davi Hawk,RN Grants Pass teenagers not to take a chance with their developing brains Maggi O'Brien,RN-Roseburg by trying marijuana under age. (This information furnished by Pat E.Hughes,RNC.BSN.) Opponents said there would be more crime.Since regulated marijuana went on sale,violent crime,robberies and burglaries Argument in Favor are all down in Denver. Vote Yes on Measure 91: And in just the first five months of legal sales,Colorado A Veteran's View earned$23.6 million in taxes,licensing and fees on I am proud to have served my country as a Specialist in the marijuana.That's money previously being funneled to Army.One of the reasons that I joined the military was to pre- drug cartels.Now it will pay for schools,treatment and law serve the American ideals of freedom and individual rights. enforcement. But those freedoms are not the main reason I am asking you And people would be smoking marijuana in the streets?The to join me in voting Yes on Measure 91,which will regulate, law doesn't allow it. legalize and tax the adult use of marijuana in Oregon. I can tell you that here in Colorado,life keeps going as The main reason 1 am asking you to vote yes is what I've seen normal.There is more personal freedom with the added since. bonus of more money for vital services. Many of us who served our country-especially in the Iraq and Afghanistan era-came home with challenges.Some are physical.Some are mental and emotional.I was lucky.Too many of my brothers and sisters were not.And as we have 't22 Measure ; Measure 9'tAgur fts seen repeatedly and heartbreakingly in the media,the organizations and as Director of Oregon's Addictions and resources to provide the help they need just aren't there. Mental Health Service Division. Measure 91 will do more than end the failed policy of treating My experience—and the perspective of addressing drug the use of marijuana as a crime,which wastes millions of abuse and treatment—convince me that criminalizing mari- dollars and ruins thousands of lives.It will provide urgently juana use has failed.It is the wrong approach for the wrong needed funding for mental health services-including those substance. that our veterans desperately need and cannot access. First,recreational marijuana use by responsible adults is rela- - Tax revenue generated by Measure 91 will also provide funds tively benign,and medicinal use of marijuana has benefitted for our schools,state and local law enforcement and proven many people.Like alcohol,it should be regulated and taxed, youth prevention programs.It's the right thing to do. not prohibited. But I wanted to make sure my fellow Oregonians knew that Second,criminalizing marijuana is a bad use of public safety their Yes vote is also a way to stand up for those who stood time and money.Giving marijuana users a criminal record up for all of us-and often at a great cost. devastates families and lives.A better approach is to tax marijuana and use the funds to provide treatment on demand Sincerely, for those who experience addictions and dependencies.In my Specialist Austin Johnson,US Army experience,properly funded treatment works. (This information furnished by Austin Johnson.) That's why I support Measure 91. Measure 91 can generate tax money that,by law,goes Argument in Favor to drug treatment,abuse prevention,schools,and public The current approach to marijuana is hurting our safety,which are seriously underfunded in Oregon.This lack environment. of funding is a shame—we know that treatment and preven- tion can be effective when they have adequate support. There are many reasons why we need a new approach to The bottom line:there are two different approaches to drugs marijuana in Oregon.It's a waste of money and resources like alcohol and marijuana-criminalization,or a public health to lock up non-violent marijuana users.A legal,regulated model. system with taxes on marijuana will fund vital state services. Another positive impact of marijuana regulation is that it will Criminalization leads to stigma,unemployment,and ruined better protect our wilderness,parklands,farmland and forests. fives. Criminal growers with links to drug cartels hide their illegal The public health approach leads to education,prevention, treatment,and a successful future. operations on public lands.They don't care how much damage is done to fragile habitats in national parks,state We have seen this work in Oregon when public intoxica- parks and wilderness areas. tion was decriminalized in the 1970s and detoxification and Growing unregulated marijuana in natural areas destroys treatment were substituted for jail.When public intoxica- local ecosystems,by: tion was illegal,all we had was a public safety response. • Destroying native,fragile plant life and habitat;and Decriminalization opened up a more successful public health • Illegally diverting water from streams and creeks for response.We can have similar success by decriminalizing irrigation,which in turn dries out water sources for fish marijuana use and creating a regulated system. and plants. Let's take the better approach. Indoor illegal marijuana growing can use a tremendous Please join me by voting Yes on 91. amount of energy.Some don't follow the fire code or have access to energy conservation techniques or equipment. (This information furnished by Richard Harris.) They won't ask for help with solar panels and power-saving equipment,and have no incentive to do so. Argument in Favor Measure 91 will help reverse these unintended Measure 91 Is An Important Opportunity for Oregon Farmers consequences. Oregon farmers know that our state's prohibition of marijuana Most importantly,a legal market will help drive criminal has unintended consequences that many people don't know market cartel growers out of business.Marijuana will be about.One example:our senseless approach that prohibits grown by licensed individuals with no need to hide in our the growth of hemp as an agricultural crop. forests.There will be less need for resource-heavy indoor You can legally buy hemp cereal at the grocery store in grows.Those who grow indoors can do so with the help of Oregon.But as farmers,we can't grow it.Why?Hemp equipment and conservation measures. g 9 ri pis con- energy-saving off limits due to its relationship to marijuana plants. This November,we'll be voting to regulate,legalize and tax But hemp is not a drug.Smoking it will not get you high.It marijuana.One of the reasons we're voting'yes'is to better will only get you sick. protect our environment. David Meyers,Medford Celine Swenson-Harris,Eugene Instead,hemp is a fibrous plant with many,many household uses.When processed,hemp can be used as fuel,wax,rope, Sandra Pettigrew,Ashland Tara Sulzen,Portland resin,cloth,paper,pulp and food. (This information furnished by Tara Sulzen.) Canadians make half a billion dollars a year in the hemp market,and about 90%of the hemp they grow is exported Argument in Favor to the United States.Oregonians shouldn't be forced to buy hemp from overseas,when Oregon farmers could be growing Oregon's Former Top Drug Treatment and Addictions Official this sustainable,environmentally-friendly cash crop right here. Asks You to Vote YES on 91 by Richard Harris Hemp is well-matched for Oregon's climate and soil.It can be grown on flatland or on slopes,requires only a reasonable I've served as a drug addiction and treatment expert for level of irrigation,and is resilient against pests. over 30 years,with thousands of clients at local recovery Office!414 General Election Vetere Pamphlet= 123 We can change our approach to hemp,by passing Measure 91. Keeping marijuana illegal and unregulated has resulted in the unnecessary diversion of limited public safety resources. Measure 91 includes language that removes barriers for qualified farmers to apply for hemp production licenses According to statewide data collected by the Oregon State under state law. Police,there have been over 99,000 arrests and citations for marijuana offenses in Oregon over the past decade—the vast There is an entire hemp industry sitting on the sidelines majority for simple possession.That means police and sheriffs waiting for voters to pass this law.In addition to being a are pursuing people who use marijuana and not focusing fully golden opportunity for Oregon farmers,the processing and on preventing serious or violent crime. manufacturing of raw hemp will create jobs across the state. Arrests and citations for marijuana use and purchase exact I've spent my career in the nursery industry and have spoken great personal costs.There are steep fines for possess- with many farmers about the issue of hemp prohibition.They ing even a small amount of marijuana and many marijuana all agree-farmers need the option to grow industrial hemp in charges carry the threat of long prison terms.For example, Oregon. under current law,a person who grows even one marijuana Please join me in voting YES on Measure 91 plant for their own use could face up to 10 years in prison. Some people are saddled with a criminal record that creates Ryan Basile-Silverton,OR barriers to employment,housing and student loans. (This information furnished by Ryan Basile.) What's more,our current marijuana laws are enforced along color lines and create a significant racial justice issue:even Argument in Favor though African Americans and white people in Oregon use Why Vote Yes on Measure 91? marijuana at about the same rate,blacks are twice as likely to THE BOTTOM LINE be arrested or cited than are whites. There are many reasons to vote for Measure 91,and many It's time for a new approach,with sensible policies that lift ways to tam about is But to vot are some very 91,an facts that the criminalization of marijuana use for responsible adults make to the bottom line there of rey to some Yes. —21 and older-and more sensibly and safely control how marijuana is produced and sold. Our current marijuana laws simply don't work. • Measure 91 sets up a smart and regulated approach to • They cost a fortune. marijuana that will redirect police and court time to more • They empower and enrich criminals and drug cartels. urgent public safety concerns. • They distract law enforcement from serious crime,with • Measure 91 means that marijuana will be taxed and over 99,000 arrests or citations over the last 10 years funds will go to support,among other things,drug (one every 39 minutes). prevention programs that currently receive inadequate • They don't curb marijuana use. support. • They ruin lives. • Measure 91 supports a more fair criminal justice system. Tightly regulating and taxing the growth,sale and use of We urge you to vote Yes on Measure 91. marijuana is a better approach. • It legalizes marijuana use for adults 21 and older only. (This information furnished by Rebecca Straus,American Civil • It provides strong protections against use by youth, Liberties of Oregon.) including funding for proven,effective education and prevention programs. Argument in Favor • It maintains current driving under the influence laws and drug-free workplace rules. A Former Drug Prosecutor Says • Taxing marijuana provides tens of millions of dollars Measure 91 is the Right Choice for Oregon for vitally important needs,with 40%to schools;35%to As a former prosecutor,I know insufficient resources are state and local law enforcement;and 25%to drug treat causing Oregon's criminal justice system to burst at the ment,prevention and mental health programs. seams.Officers are stretched thin.Prosecutors and defense • By law,the money goes into a special account and can attorneys struggle to handle caseloads,and there aren't only be spent as directed. enough courtrooms,probation officers or jail space to handle What will Oregon look like after Measure 91 passes? offenders.Drug treatment options are vastly underfunded. • We will have taken money and power away from the Drug crimes unquestionably contribute a disproportionate black market and drug cartels. burden.8 • We will have provided protections for neighborhoods Y passing Measure 91 and responsibly legalizing, and kids. regulating and taxing marijuana,Oregonians can direct critical • We will have funded schools,public safety,prevention resources towards violent crime and drugs such as metham- and mental health. phetamine,heroin and cocaine. Measure 91 Creates New Revenue And Measure 91 was written to take the best lessons from the experiences of Washington and Colorado's laws,making But Measure 91 does more than just make better use of exist- this the right measure at the right time. ing limited resources.It also creates new revenue through taxes and mandates that 35%of all such revenue must go to That's why 146,708 Oregonians from east to west law enforcement. and north to south—signed the petition to put this important measure on the ballot. Getting Our Priorities Straight VOTE YES ON MEASURE 91 Over the last decade,almost 100,000 Oregonians have been It's the better approach for Oregon. detained for marijuana offenses.Every minute an officer or a judge spends on a marijuana case is time and money away (This information furnished by Anthony Johnson,Chief from more serious crime.Recent statistics show Oregon has Petitioner, Yes on 91.) nearly 150 untested rape kits,more than 50 missing children, and multiple unsolved murders. Argument in Favor Given severely limited resources,law enforcement does a The American Civil Liberties Union of Oregon and phenomenal job. But we can be smarter with our resources Partnership for Safety and Justice Urge you to Vote Yes on Ballot Measure 91 124 Measures""0 Measure 9'lArguraents by responsibly legalizing,regulating and taxing marijuana in Argument in Favor Oregon. Doesn't Change DUB Laws A Message from Congressman Earl Blumenauer Vote Yes on Measure 91 Existing Oregon law forbids driving while under the influence Because It's Time for a Better Approach to Marijuana of alcohol or drugs to a noticeable or perceptible degree. Measure 91 does not change Oregon DUD law whatsoever, Dear Fellow Oregonian: and that law is sufficient to successfully prosecute anyone who drives while impaired by marijuana. Our marijuana laws don't work and exact a terrible cost in tax dollars,law enforcement priorities and people's lives.I'm Support Measure 91 working in Congress to reform marijuana policy-and we are Legalizing,regulating,and taxing marijuana in Oregon making progress at the national level-but it is in the states through Measure 91 means: that the most constructive change has been happening.This November,Oregon has the opportunity to have a real,posi- • Shrinking the black market and influence of drug cartels; tive national impact. • Increased funding for proven drug education and preven- tion programs for youth; That is why I hope you will join me in voting Yes on Ballot • Creating tax revenue for schools and police. Measure 91. Please vote Yes on Measure 91 This measure takes the right approach: Darian Stanford,Former Multnomah County • It legalizes marijuana use for adults 21 and over. Deputy District Attorney • It strictly regulates its production,distribution and sale through the Oregon Liquor Control Commission. (This information furnished by Darian A.Stanford, Slinde • It provides more protection for kids than the current Nelson Stanford.) black market system.Right now,it is easier for a middle school student to get a joint than it is for them to get a Argument in Favor six pack. • It taxes marijuana,with the proceeds going to schools, Mayor Tim Leavitt of Vancouver,Washington says: state and local law enforcement,treatment and sub- Switching from drug cartels to a legal,regulated industry is stance abuse education. working here. • It also will allow Oregon farmers to grow and sell indus- Soon Oregonians will decide whether to legalize marijuana trial hemp,which has the potential to be a major cash for adults 21 and older. crop for our agricultural economy. Based on our experience across the Columbia River from Measure 91 is also carefully crafted to meet the new federal Oregon,I can tell you that this is the right time to do it. guidelines for marijuana sales,and learns from what is hap- In Washington we have been methodical in implementing our pening in Washington and Colorado,which have already new marijuana law.It's going well and is far better than the legalized the adult use of marijuana. black market system we had before. We have the chance to make this long overdue change for • In Vancouver,we want to create a positive business Oregon.Vote Yes on 91-because it's time. climate for hardworking entrepreneurs and their customers so that businesses contribute to the city's Sincerely, well-being.Retail marijuana customers coming to Earl Blumenauer Vancouver also financially support other area businesses Congressman,Oregon's 3rd Congressional District when they visit. • The black market,now facing competition,is in decline. (This information furnished by Earl Blumenauer, Growers and shop owners go through a rigorous Congressman.) licensing process designed to eliminate anyone with a questionable background. • Vancouver and Washington are enjoying additional revenue from legal marijuana sales:In the first 30 days of sales at retailers,more than$1 million poured into state coffers through the new taxes on marijuana. • Police are spending time on more important crimes:Prior to legalization,Washington police arrested over 5,000 people a year for marijuana offenses,and now it's down to under 200.That frees police up to address violent crime. With Measure 91,Oregon has a thoughtful way forward to more sensible policies towards marijuana. While things are going well,we've also learned a lot from the legalization experience here in Washington and in Colorado. Measure 91 is designed to take advantage of those lessons and improve upon them for Oregon.And Measure 91 has built-in flexibility to adjust the law in the future if needed. The view from the other side of the river is clear:legalizing marijuana for adults over 21 works-and with Measure 91,it will work for Oregon too. (This information furnished by Tim Leavitt.) Meal 414 GO MM'Election VOWS'rs'Pamphlet; ..125 Argument in Opposition Kenneth Finn,MD,from Colorado Springs Colorado PEDIATRICIANS AND OTHER MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS ASK: "I am concerned for the citizens of Oregon if they legalize SHOULD STORES SELL POT-LACED GUMMY BEARS& marijuana for recreational use. Things are not turning out COTTON CANDY? well here in Colorado and there is a rising public health concern associated with widespread use,particularly in Denver Post 5/21/2014"The number of children coming into adolescents.Despite legal age of 21,high schoolers are using Colorado's largest pediatric emergency department after more each year due to ease of access and perception of accidentally eating marijuana is on pace to more than double safety.Driving fatalities associated with marijuana use has last year's total...Most of the children admitted are between 3 risen significantly over the past several years as have acci- and 7 years old." dental ingestions to very young children and pets." We are dedicated to caring for children.That's why we Vote No on 91.Don't let Oregon get hooked on pot! OPPOSE Measure 91. www.VoteNo91.com It allows stores to sell pot-laced"edibles".(www.VoteNo91.com, Teresa Cooley,ACCBO Certified Addiction Counselor& see pictures for yourself.)"POT tarts"instead of"POP tarts" Certified Recovery Mentor;Richard S.McKague,Juvenile for breakfast(the blue boxes are nearly identical).Gummy Parole and Probation Officer;Jennifer O'Keefe,BS,QM HA Bears.Cotton Candy.Ice Cream.Even soda pop with cartoon Addictions and Mental Health Intake Specialist;Mandi characters on the bottles will be on store shelves! Puckett,Certified Prevention Specialist;Connie Ramaekers, Prevention Specialist;John L.Spomer,D.M.D. These products target children!With high concentrations of THC(the chemical that gets you"high"),children need only (This information furnished by Mandi Puckett,Director of ingest a small amount to get sick.In some cases,sick enough No on 91 PAC.) to die. Argument in Opposition Measure 91 has NO restrictions on using Marijuana around New Approach Oregon is Lying to You children.Measure 91 has NO requirements that pot-laced candy be kept out of the reach of children at home. New Approach Oregon and their big-out-of-state donors Time May 21,2014 behind Measure 91,are lying to Oregon voters.Your elected, "The effects can be serious for kids.Most of the patients county District Attorneys want to set the record straight. were under seven years old and many were admitted to the You don't have to believe us.just read the newspaper: intensive care unit,treating conditions like severe sedation, htto://www.00litifact.com/oregon/statements/ which can lead to breathing problems." Were 12,808 people in Oregon arrested for marijuana-related Newsweek May 22,2014 crimes in 2012? "Deaths Prompt Colorado Crackdown on Pot Infused Food...a Politifact Answer:FALSE student...jumped to his death from a hotel balcony in March after ingesting six times the suggested maximum amount of The claim:In campaign literature and on its website,New marijuana cookies,according to the Denver medical exam- Approach Oregon says police"arrested" 12,808 people in iner's office." 2012 for marijuana-related crimes.The group makes the claim twice in a media packet and two more times in a"Myth vs. Measure 91 allows adults to have a huge amount of Fact"section on its website,newapproachoregon.com. Marijuana at home.Four plants of ANY SIZE,8 ounces of dried Marijuana,A FULL POUND of pot-laced edibles AND More than 12,000 in one year?That seemed like a lot, 72 ounces of THC-infused liquids like soda pop ALL AT THE especially since Oregon decriminalized possession of small SAME TIME. amounts years ago. Vote No on 91. The truth:The truth is that 10,054 of those 12,808 people John D.Peoples,MD FAAP,Pediatrician;John A.Murphy,MD; were only cited for possessing less than an ounce of mari- Jennifer Arsenault,RN;Russell E.Alger,Pharmacist; juana--a violation,like a speeding ticket.THEY WERE NOT Maggie Heising,ER Dept Tech ARRESTED. (This information furnished by Mandi Puckett,Director of No New Approach Oregon is wrong by almost 80 percent! on 91 PAC.) According to the State Police spokesman, "Someone cannot Argument in Opposition be taken into custody and lodged in jail for a violation offense."That leaves only 2,754 actual arrests for Marijuana We are addiction counseling professionals,physicians and (not their outrageous claim of 12,808).Most arrests are for juvenile probation officers.We ask you to Vote No on 91!Here very large quantities and distribution. are a few reasons why: District Attorneys are also very concerned that MEASURE 91 Adults driving under the influence of Marijuana are twice as PROVIDES NO GUIDELINES TO DETERMINE WHETHER A likely to be in a motor vehicle wreck than sober drivers. PERSON IS DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF MARIJUANA. Marijuana is the number one reason children in the United PART OF THE PROBLEM IS THERE IS NO TEST CURRENTLY States are admitted into substance abuse treatment facilities. AVAILABLE TO MEASURE MARIJUANA LIKE THE BREATHALYZER TEST USED TO MEASURE ALCOHOL Use of Marijuana by teenagers in Colorado is 50 percent CONSUMPTION. higher than the national average since it was legalized. Measure 91 has too many problems,too many loop-holes and One in six teenagers who smoke Marijuana becomes too many opportunities for young children to gain access to addicted, dangerous amounts of pot-laced candies in their homes. From 2011 to 2013 there was a 57 percent increase in Vote No on 91.Liars Should Never Prosper.VoteNo9l.com Marijuana-related Emergency Room visits in Colorado. (This information furnished by Joshua Marquis, From the 2008 to the 2012 school years in Colorado,drug- Oregon District Attorneys Association.) related suspensions and expulsions increased by 32 percent. 126 Meo ores measure$iArguments Argument in Opposition Measure 91 will tie the hands of OLCC to modify or restrict Deaths from marijuana-related accidents the amount of Marijuana one person can have at home. increase 100%in five years in Colorado Measure 91 specifically permits one person to have ALL OF ABC News Channel 7 in DENVER August 19,2014 THE FOLLOWING AT THE SAME TIME: "A study out this month[August]finds the number of people 4 mature Marijuana Plants of ANY SIZE killed in marijuana-related accidents in Colorado has increased 100 percent over five years. 8 ounces of dried,usable Marijuana "The report...says that in 2012 there were 78 fatalities where A FULL POUND of edible Marijuana-laced"edibles"like someone involved in the accident(a driver,bike rider,pedes- cotton candy,gummy bears,cookies and ice cream(see it for trian)tested positive for marijuana,compared to 39 in 2007." yourself at www.No0n91.com) The Sheriffs of Oregon and Oregon Chiefs of Police Association AND 72 ounces of pot-laced liquids like soda pop Oppose Measure 91. This is just TOO MUCH MARIJUANA FOR ONE PERSON TO TOP TEN LIST FOR OPPOSING MEASURE 91 HAVE. 10.No legal guidelines to determine whether a person is driving under the influence of Marijuana; The OLCC is busy enough trying to keep alcohol away from 9. Adults driving under the influence of Marijuana are kids.If the OLCC can't stop kids from getting alcohol,then TWICE as likely to be in a motor vehicle accident; why should we give them control of Marijuana,too?It just 8. Marijuana is the top reason U.S.children are admitted doesn't make sense. into substance abuse programs; Vote No On 91!VoteNo9l.com 7. In Colorado,from 2007-2012,fatal accidents involving marijuana increased 100 percent; (This information furnished by Mandi Puckett,Director of 6. Marijuana use among Colorado teens is 50 percent above No on 91 PAC.) the national average since they legalized Marijuana; 5. One in six teenagers who try Marijuana become Argument in Opposition addicted; g ph 4. Teen drinking is a huge problem,so why does Measure 91 Being a kid is hard enough give OLCC responsibility to curb Marijuana use by teens without making Marijuana when it can't stop teen drinking? more acceptable and more accessible 3. Every adult can own four mature plants OF ANY SIZE, 8 oz of dried Marijuana,a FULL POUND of pot-laced As educators at all levels,we see the difficulties which result edibles and 72 oz of THC infused liquids.That's too much; when students fall into drug abuse.It's devastating to watch 2. Stores can sell pot-laced candy:Gummy bears,cotton a promising young life get caught up in substance abuse. candy,soda pop,cookies,and suckers will be on Making marijuana legal and allowing adults to keep large store shelves if the measure passes.Supporters say amounts of it at home,readily accessible to kids,is just wrong. these"edibles"are for adults,but kids are ending up in Here are some key reasons to Vote No on 91. Emergency Rooms from eating mom and dad's"candy"; There WILL BE A TEST on election day! 1. Oregon police are already underfunded.By increas- ing pot users and how much they can own,the police 1. Marijuana is the number one reason children in the simply won't be able to keep up with all the problems United States are admitted into substance abuse treat- caused by legal use. ment facilities. VOTE NO ON 91 2. Marijuana use among Colorado teens is 50%above the national average since legalizing the use of Marijuana. (This information furnished by Darrell Fuller,Sheriffs of Oregon.) 3. Studies show ONE IN SIX teenagers who try Marijuana become addicted. 4. Marijuana-laced"edibles"will be legalized.That means Argument in Opposition homes,even those with small children,will be able to The Oregon Liquor Control Commission(OLCC) have a FULL POUND of pot-laced candy,ice cream and has a tough sob. cookies with no requirements to store them away from children.The law also allows up to 72 ounces of pot- OLCC is the state agency charged with licensing businesses laced drinks like soda pop. which sell liquor in Oregon,including beer and wine.They are 5. In addition to the pot-laced edibles and soda pop men- also responsible for keeping alcohol away from children who tioned above,adults will also be able to own 4 mature are not yet old enough to drink. Marijuana plants of any size and 8 oz of dried,usable marijuana.That's just too much for one person.and too No matter how hard the OLCC tries,and no matter what the much to have around small children. OLCC does,kids who want to drink will find a way to get 6. A National Academy of Sciences study shows an alcohol.The OLCC just can't stop teen-age drinking. average drop of 8 points in IQ following heavy use of With this in mind,it is a little surprising that Measure 91 marijuana in teen years.And the Centers for Disease gives the responsibility of keeping Marijuana away from Contents and who o received mostly that and Fs were of children to the very agency that already can't keep alcohol students who received mostly Ds and Fs were heavy from children. marijuana users. Please join public school educators across the state Do the New Approach Oregon folks,who want to legalize pot, and Vote No on 91! really think OLCC can handle more work and more responsi- bility when they already can't keep liquor away from children? Marlys L.Alger,Retired Principal;Cindy Baumgartner,High School Teacher,No on 91 PAC;William Bond,High School Measure 91 will not allow the OLCC to require parents to keep Teacher;Amy McConnell,Elementary School Teacher; Marijuana out of reach from children. Stacy Roberts,Middle School Teacher Measure 91 will not allow the OLCC to prohibit parents from (This information furnished by Mandi Puckett,Director of keeping pot-laced candy,cookies,ice cream and soda pop No on 91 PAC.) around very young children. tie'tetat 21 �teir le a tMiters'pamphlet 127 Argument in Opposition ..."They're walking on a cliff with no safety net whatsoever.It only takes one little thing to get you off kilter and you'll cause Drunk driving kills.That's indisputable. an explosion,"he said..."Kids are going to do it while their Driving while high can be deadly,too. parents are not at home,"he said... That's also indisputable. Modern hash oil tends to have 40 to 70 percent THC. Measure 91 has NO standard for the police to use to deter- "We've seen purities as high as 73 percent,"said Jodie mine if someone is"too high"to drive.And unlike alcohol, Underwood,spokeswoman for the federal Drug Enforcement the police can't administer a simple breath test to check how Administration(DEA)... high a driver is at the side of the road. Please vote No on 91. VoteNo9l.com Legalizing Marijuana will increase consumption.Increased consumption means more drivers on the road under the influ- (This information furnished by Mandi Puckett,Director of ence of pot.Measure 91 ignores the dangers of driving while No on 91 PAC.) high by NOT establishing a legal standard for"too high"to drive.While it is unlawful to drive with an open container of Argument in Opposition beer,what about eating a pot-laced brownie while you drive? OUR FIRST RESPONDERS DON'T NEED MORE 9-1-1 CALLS Measure 91 is silent. Research proves adults driving under the influence of It is emotionally draining to watch nightly news reports filled Marijuana are twice as likely to be in a motor vehicle accident with stories about first responders getting 9-1-1 calls because than someone who is not high(CBS News February 10,2012). a toddler is unconscious,maybe even turning blue and not breathing.Seconds count. Excerpts from the news story: "Marijuana smokers may want to put down the pipe before We all want to protect children from harm and Measure 91 is picking up their car keys.A new study shows smoking a harmful to children.It's just that simple. doobie nearly doubles your risk of crashing your car." Measure 91 will allow stores to sell pot-laced candy."POT "What's more,the drivers in the study were not necessarily tarts"instead of"POP tarts"for example.And the boxes are baking behind the wheel.The study found using marijuana nearly identical.Toddlers,elementary-school students,and within three hours of driving raised risks for accidents many middle and high school students could easily confuse 1.75 times." one box for the other and end up in the ER because these legal"edibles"contain highly concentrated amounts of THC. "In October[2011],Mothers Against Drunk Driving launched To see pictures of POT tarts and other pot-laced candy prod- a public awareness campaign to highlight the dangers of ucts for yourself,just go to www.VoteNo91.com. drugged driving...Gil Kerlikowske,director of National Drug Control Policy[Canada],said at the time that a recent report These dangerous,pot-laced products designed to attract the showed 3,952 drivers fatally injured in car crashes tested attention of children should be banned,but Measure 91 allows positive for drugs-about 18 percent of all fatally injured adults to possess up to a FULL POUND of pot-candy at any one drivers." time(along with 4 mature plants of ANY SIZE,8 oz of useable Marijuana and 72 oz of pot-infused drinks like soda pop). Are you against drunk driving?Isn't everyone?Are you against driving while high on pot? And Measure 91 has no requirements for parents to keep If you don't want more people driving doped, their pot-candy out of the reach of children.It is a prescrip- then vote No on 91. tion for disaster! Don't let more doped drivers on the road.Vote No on 91. We have the advantage of watching what is happening in VoteNo9l.com Washington and Colorado since they legalized marijuana: (This information furnished by Mandi Puckett,Director of • ER visits by children consuming pot-laced candy is skyrocketing. No on 91 PAC.) • The number of traffic wrecks related to marijuana use is increasing. Argument in Opposition • Marijuana use among teens in Colorado has jumped Measure 91 will keep Firefighters busy. since legalization. (That's not a good thing.) Please Vote No on 91.VoteNo9l.com Excerpts from Seattle Times February 8,2014 (This information furnished by Mandi Puckett,Director of Amateur hash-oil production.explosions bound to continue No on 91 PAC.) ...In its Weed Issue last year,Rolling Stone called hash oil "America's insanely baked future."Mark Kleiman,author of Argument in Opposition "Marijuana Legalization," has predicted that concentrated [marijuana]extracts will eventually eclipse traditional marl- YOU DON'T NEED TO WEAR A BLACK ROBE juana in the state's new recreational-pot industry... TO PASS JUDGMENT ON MEASURE 91 YOU JUST NEED COMMON SENSE ...From Spokane to Seattle,Vancouver to Mount Vernon, VOTE NO ON 91 amateur chemists have caused explosions in recent months, TOO MANY PROBLEMS&TOO MUCH MARIJUANA often in homes,while using flammable solvents to produce hash oil.[In January],hash-related explosions caused Proof beyond a reasonable doubt is the gold standard in $100,000 in damage to a Kirkland apartment and lifted a Oregon courtrooms.Prosecutors must prove their cases to South Seattle house off its foundation... judges and juries every day.When it comes to driving under the ...A search of news reports last year turns up stories of hash-oil influence of Marijuana,that job becomes much more difficult. explosions from Florida to Hawaii,with a rash along the West Did you know Ballot Measure 91 has no guidelines to deter- Coast.The Oregonian reported a Jan.10 blast in Forest Grove mine whether a person is driving under the influence of that left a man in critical condition.In the past 14 months, Marijuana? at least 17 people have landed in Southern California burn centers due to hash-oil accidents,according to the Los Angeles If someone is driving drunk,police officers can administer a Times...noting that the hash-oil toll was far worse than inju- breathalyzer to determine conclusively if they are under the ries attributed to meth-lab explosions in the same period... influence. 12.8 Merit;ee 1`FYIeask l .: 'Arguments,. , NO SUCH TEST EXISTS TODAY TO MEASURE, 1. Creates limitless numbers of marijuana grow sites and DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF MARIJUANA! cash-only pot shops 2. Demands unlimited licenses to non-residents Already in Oregon,specially-trained police officers must be 3. Permits unregulated,untaxed,unlicensed in-home dispatched to observe and arrest stoned drivers.This expen- grows sive training process for the police helps them convict doped 4. Impacts every jurisdiction drivers in court.But there are not nearly enough of these specially-trained officers to keep our roads safe from the DID YOU KNOW? expected increase in drivers who will be driving while high on • Under M91"regulation"means only that unlimited Marijuana if Measure 91 passes. numbers of low tax cash-only marijuana grow sites and MEASURE 91 ISN'T AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN. pot shops with no required Oregon residency will be IT IS HUNDREDS OF ACCIDENTS WAITING TO HAPPEN! licensed by a State agency in unrestricted locations by a Tom Kohl • your home,daycare,and preschool. Judge • M91 has no limitations on who can own marijuana Gary S.Thompson,Senior Judge licenses;this means that out-of-state residents can be Vote No on 91!www.No0n91.com a(producer,processor,wholesaler,and/or retailer)and own unlimited licenses in any category.An open invita- (This information furnished by Mandi Puckett,Director of tion to out-of-state illicit drug cartels. No on 91 PAC.) • Under M91 anyone over 21 is allowed at home: 1. Half-pound of dried marijuana Argument in Opposition 2. 4 UNREGULATED,UNLICENSED AND UNTAXED OREGON STATE ELKS ASSOCIATION SAYS NO ON plants MEASURE 91 SAVE OUR KIDS FROM LOST POTENTIAL 3. An Ounce of concentrates which may include 95%-100%pure THC Measure 91 is POORLY WRITTEN and has MANY LOOPHOLES, 4. Pound of edibles such as; 5. Six-pack(72 ounces)of tinctures 1. Requires that a State agency license unlimited marl- • Leaves unregulated in-home grow pesticide-mold testing juana grow sites and marijuana storefronts without and child protection access requirements,minimizing requiring Oregon residency health and safety standards. 2. Has no restrictions on the locations of grows and Creates EASY ACCESS to marijuana next to your home storefronts and rental homes and endangers others because of inva- 3. Anyone 21 and over can possess at home large rijn- sion robberies,marijuana hash-oil extraction explosions, ties of unlicensed,untaxed,and unregulated marijuana and electrical fires. and products providing easy access for children 4. Does not require marijuana drugged driving testing Excess marijuana sold to the BLACK-MARKET would be guidelines UNENFORCEABLE,by law enforcement. 5. Speculated tax revenues will not cover the costs • M91 does not change Oregon's non-taxed,non-FDA While proponents of legalization point to increased tax approved,unregulated medical marijuana program, revenues,and alleged reductions in law enforcement and which allows 6 mature and 18 immature marijuana plants, confinement costs,the consequences of legalization,particu- and a pound and a half dried.M91 layers another corn- larly on our children,would be disastrous! Legalization sends mercial industry on top of a broken medical marijuana the message that marijuana is not harmful and will make industry. marijuana more available,which would lead to increased • Providing total State government control,M91 would use among our children.Research has shown that marijuana eliminate jurisdictions rights to prohibit pot shops use that begins in adolescence can lower IQ by as much as except through a citizen petition election and eradicates 8 points,leading to impaired health,increased delinquent their right to impose any fees or taxes and refuses to behavior,and impaired driving. give jurisdictions any tax monies if they have prohibited pot shops. We have all seen the movies that feature young pot smoking M91 IS AN UNREGULATED SUBSTANDARD stoners like Jeff Spicoli in"Fast Times at Ridgemont High," GOVERNMENT RUSE! and have laughed at their ridiculous antics.Unfortunately,the behavior of this character is not so unfamiliar with many of WE DON'T WANT OUR KIDS TO BECOME THE our children who are using marijuana regularly. VICTIMS OF M91'S This measure has been funded by out-of-state drug pushers, DISTURBING AND CARELESS SOCIAL EXPERIMENT! whose only intent is to legalize marijuana to make a lot of PROTECT OREGON-VOTE NO ON BIG MARIJUANA! money at the expense of our young adults. (This information furnished by Shirley A Morgan,Oregonians We may not have a lot of money,but we do have a voice.As Against Legalization of Marijuana.) Elks and Americans it is our duty to protect our children and ensure that they have the best opportunity for a successful life.Increased marijuana use among our youth only leads to lost potential! DON'T BELIEVE THE LIES OF MEASURE 91 VOTE NO! (This information furnished by Steven M Armbruster,Oregon State Elks Association Drug Awareness Chairman.) Argument in Opposition OREGONIANS ALREADY SAID"NO" TO LEGALIZING MARIJUANA MEASURE 91-BIG MARIJUANA!BIG RISK!BIG MISTAKE! ■ Measures i Measure 92 129 Proposed by initiative petition to be voted on at the General Election,November 4,2014. Ballot Title 92 Requires food manufacturers, retailers to label "genetically engineered" foods as such; state, citizens may enforce Estimate of Financial Impact 129 Text of Measure 130 Explanatory Statement 132 Citizens' Review Statement 133 Arguments in Favor 134 Arguments in Opposition 141 Result of "Yes"Vote Summary "Yes"vote requires the labeling of raw and packaged foods Current law does not require labeling of"genetically produced entirely or partially by"genetic engineering," engineered"food.Measure requires retailers of genetically- effective January 2016;applies to retailers,suppliers, engineered raw food to include"Genetically Engineered" manufacturers. on packages,display bins,or shelves;suppliers must label shipping containers.Requires manufacturers of packaged Result of "No" Vote food produced entirely or partially by genetic engineering to include"Produced with Genetic Engineering"or"Partially "No"vote retains existing law,which does not require Produced with Genetic Engineering"on packages.Defines "genetically engineered"food to be labeled as such. "genetically engineered"food as food produced from organ- isms with genetic material changed through in vitro nucleic acid techniques and certain cell-fusing techniques;exempts traditional plant-breeding techniques like hybridization.Does not apply to animal feed or food served in restaurants.Directs agencies to implement law.Permits state,injured citizen to sue manufacturer,retailer for knowing/intentional violation; attorney fees for prevailing citizen.Other provisions. Estimate of Financial Impact The measure requires the State Department of Agriculture and/or the Oregon Health Authority to prescribe,enact,and enforce rules necessary to ensure that food manufactur- ers and retailers properly label raw and packaged food that is entirely or partially produced with genetic engineering. The measure is expected to result in direct expenditures by State agencies for initial one time start-up costs estimated at between$550,000 and$600,000.Costs associated with ongoing enforcement have variable assumptions about the level of administrative oversight.There are potential indirect economic effects that may be offsetting.Therefore, the direct financial impact and indirect economic impact is indeterminate. There is no anticipated effect on local government. 130 measure : Text of Measure foreign markets are choosing to purchase agricultural prod- ucts from countries other than the U.S.because genetically BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OREGON: engineered crops are not identified in the U.S.,which makes AN ACT REQUIRING THE LABELING OF GENETICALLY it impossible for buyers to determine what does or does not ENGINEERED RAW AND PACKAGED FOOD meet their national labeling laws or restrictions and thus renders U.S.products less desirable. Section 1.Findings and Declarations (11)Mandatory identification of foods produced with genetic (1)Oregon consumers have the right to know whether the engineering can be a critical method of preserving the eco- foods they purchase were produced with genetic engineering nomic value of exports or domestically sensitive markets with so they can make informed purchasing decisions.Labeling restrictions on,or prohibitions against,genetic engineering. is necessary to ensure that Oregon consumers are fully and reliably informed about the products they purchase and (12)Oregon's agricultural economy is remarkably diverse, consume.Labels provide informed consent and prevent third overall among the states.Two hundred twenty-five consumer deception.Polls consistently show that the vast agricultural commodities are produced in Oregon,and the majority of the public wants to know if its food was produced state is the top producer nationally of 14 of those.Over 80 with genetic engineering,for a variety of reasons. percent of Oregon's agricultural products are exported out of state,and agricultural products rank second in value among (2)For multiple health,personal,economic,environmental, Oregon's exports.Preserving the identity,quality,and reli- religious,and cultural reasons,the State of Oregon finds that ability of Oregon's agricultural products and exports is critical food produced with genetic engineering should be labeled as to Oregon's economic well-being. such,as evidenced by the following. (13)The organic food industry is a rapidly growing industry, (3)In the United States,there is currently no federal or with 2.7 billion dollars in growth in 2012.While total U.S. Oregon State requirement that genetically engineered foods food sales grew at a rate of 3.7 percent,the organic food be labeled.In contrast,sixty-four countries,including Japan, industry grew at a rate of 10.2 percent in 2012,accounting South Korea,China,Australia,Russia,India,the European for 31.5 billion dollars in sales.Sales of organic fruits and Union member states,and other key U.S.trading partners, vegetables account for 43 percent of those new dollars, already have laws mandating disclosure of genetically engi- 34.8 percent of total organic food sales,and 10.3 percent of neered foods on food labels.In 2011,Codex Alimentarius,the all U.S.fruit and vegetable sales.Organic dairy grew at a food standards organization of the United Nations,stated that rate of 7.1 percent in 2012 and comprises over 6 percent of governments are free to decide on whether and how to label the total U.S.dairy market.Trade industry data shows that, foods produced with genetic engineering. over the long term,organic farming is more profitable and economically secure than conventional farming.Organic (4)The U.S.Food and Drug Administration(FDA)does not farmers are prohibited from using genetically engineered require or conduct safety studies of genetically engineered seeds.Nonetheless,organic crops are routinely threatened foods.Instead,any safety consultations are voluntary,and with transgenic contamination from neighboring fields of genetically engineered food developers may decide what genetically engineered crops.The risk of contamination can information to provide to the agency.Market approval of erode public confidence in organic products,significantly genetically engineered food is based on industry research undermining the job-creating,economy-boosting growth of alone.There have been no long-term or epidemiological the organic market.Requiring the labeling of foods produced studies in the U.S.that examine the safety of human con- through genetic engineering will help protect organics nation- sumption of genetically engineered foods. wide by increasing identification of genetically engineered foods through the food production process,thereby reducing (5)The genetic engineering of plants and animals often the risk of contamination. causes unintended consequences.Manipulating genes via genetic engineering and inserting them into organisms is an (14)U.S.Department of Agriculture(USDA)data shows that imprecise process.The results are not always predictable or Oregon ranks 3rd in organic farm-gate sales at$233 million controllable.Mixing plant,animal,bacterial,and viral genes a year.This important element of Oregon's economy must through genetic engineering in combinations that cannot be protected.Foods identified as non-genetically engineered occur in nature may produce results that lead to adverse constitute the fastest growing market segment in agricul- health or environmental consequences. ture.However,only a small portion of the food industry participates in voluntary labeling of foods claimed not to be (6)U.S.government scientists have stated that the artificial the product of genetic engineering.Nor are there consistent insertion of genetic material into plants via genetic engineer standards for such labeling,or for enforcement of voluntary ing can cause a variety of significant problems with plant labels.As such,voluntary labels are insufficient to provide foods.Such genetic engineering may increase the levels of consumers with adequate information on whether or not the known toxicants or allergens in foods and create new toxi- food they are purchasing was produced with genetic engi- cants or allergens with consequent health concerns. veering and may be misleading. (7)Independent scientists are limited from conducting safety (15)Requiring that foods produced through genetic engineer- and risk-assessment research of genetically engineered, ing be labeled as such will create additional market oppor- materials used in food products due to industry restrictions tunities for producers who are not certified as organic and on research of genetically engineered materials used in food Whose products are not produced through genetic engineer- products. ing.Such additional market opportunities will also contribute (8)Mandatory identification of foods produced with genetic to vibrant and diversified agricultural communities. engineering can provide a method for detecting,at a large (16)The cultivation of genetically engineered crops can have epidemiological scale,the potential health effects of consum serious effects on the environment.For example,in 2013, ing such foods. 93 percent of all soy grown in the U.S.was engineered to be (9)Without mandatory disclosure,consumers of genetically herbicide resistant.In fact,the vast majority of genetically engineered food may unknowingly violate their dietary and engineered crops are designed to withstand herbicides,and religious beliefs. therefore promote indiscriminate herbicide use.As a result, genetically engineered,herbicide resistant crops have caused (10)Numerous foreign markets with restrictions on foods 527 million pounds of additional herbicides to be applied to produced with genetic engineering have restricted imports of the nation's farmland.These toxic herbicides damage the U.S.crops due to concerns about genetic engineering.Some vitality and quality of our soil,harm wildlife,contaminate lk I t at 4 4 n Vet Pa>'nphlet ''1.31 our drinking water,and pose health risks to consumers and or ribonucleic acid(RNA),direct injection of nucleic acid farm workers.Further,because of the consequent massive into cells or organelles,encapsulation,gene deletion,and increase in the use of herbicides,herbicide-resistant weeds doubling;or have developed and flourished,infesting farm fields and roadsides,complicating weed control for farmers,and (b)Methods of fusing cells beyond the taxonomic family that causing farmers to resort to more and increasingly toxic overcome natural physiological,reproductive,or recombina- herbicides. tion barriers,and that are not techniques used in traditional breeding and selection such as conjugation,transduction, (17)The people of Oregon should have the choice to avoid and hybridization. purchasing foods produced in ways that can lead to such For purposes of this definition:"In vitro nucleic acid tech environmental harm. tech- niques"include,but are not limited to,recombinant DNA or (18)Because neither the FDA nor the U.S.Congress requires RNA techniques that use vector systems;techniques involv- the labeling of food produced with genetic engineering,the ing the direct introduction into the organisms of hereditary State should require foods produced with genetic engineer- materials prepared outside the organisms such as biolistics, ing to be labeled as such in order to serve the interests of the microinjection,macro-injection,chemoporation,electropora- State,prevent consumer deception,prevent potential risks tion,microencapsulation,and liposome fusion. to human health,promote food safety,protect cultural and Section 4.Labeling of Genetically Engineered Raw and religious practices,protect the environment,and promote Packaged Foods economic development. Section 2.Statement of Purpose Commencing January 1,2016,all raw food and packaged food that is entirely or partially produced with genetic engineering (1)The Genetically Engineered Raw and Packaged Food must be labeled in accordance with the provisions of this Act Labeling Act would result in establishing a consistent and and is otherwise misbranded if that fact is not disclosed. enforceable standard for labeling foods produced using Section 5.Means of Labeling genetic engineering,and thus provide the citizens of Oregon with knowledge of how their food is produced. (1)In the case of raw food packaged for retail sale,the menu- (2)The purposes of this Act are: facturer shall include the words"Genetically Engineered" clearly and conspicuously on the front or back of the package a.Public health and food safety.Promote food safety and of such commodity.In the case of raw agricultural commodi- protect public health by enabling consumers to avoid poten- ties that are not separately packaged or labeled,the retailer tial risks associated with genetically engineered foods,and shall place a clear and conspicuous label on the retail store serve as a risk management tool enabling consumers,physi- shelf or bin in which such commodity is displayed for sale. clans,and scientists to identify unintended health effects (2)To make clear who is responsible for compliance with resulting from consumption of genetically engineered foods. the requirements of this section,in the case of raw food,the b. Environmental impacts.Assist consumers who are con- retailer is responsible only for point of purchase shelf label- cerned about the potential effects of genetic engineering on ing.The supplier must label each container used for packag- the environment to make informed purchasing decisions. ing,holding,and/or transporting any raw food produced with genetic engineering that is delivered directly to Oregon c.Consumer confusion and deception.Reduce and prevent retailers. consumer confusion and deception and promote the disclo- sure of factual information on food labels to allow consumers (3)In the case of any packaged food containing some prod- to make informed decisions. ucts of genetic engineering,the manufacturer must label the product in clear and conspicuous language on the front d.Promoting and protecting economic development.Create or back of the package of such food product with the words and protect non-genetically engineered markets and enable "Produced with Genetic Engineering"or"Partially Produced consumers to make informed purchasing decisions. with Genetic Engineering." e. Protecting religious and cultural practice.Provide consum- (4)This law shall not be construed to require either the listing ers with data from which they may make informed decisions or identification of any ingredient or ingredients that were for personal,religious,moral,cultural,or ethical reasons. genetically engineered or that the term"genetically engi- neered"be placed immediately preceding any common name (3)This law shall be liberally construed to fulfill these or primary product descriptor of a food. purposes. Section 6.Enforcement Section 3.Definitions ( (1)The Attorney General may bring an action to enjoin a vio- (1)As used in this Act,except as otherwise provided,terms lation of this Act in any court of competent jurisdiction. shall have the meaning given to them in ORS Title 49,Chapter 616,except that the term"food"shall include food only for (2)Any injured citizen of Oregon acting in the public inter- human consumption and not any food for consumption by est may bring an action to enjoin a violation of this Act by a animals. manufacturer or retailer,in any court of competent jurisdic- tion,if the action is commenced more than sixty(60)days (2)"Raw food"shall have the same meaning as raw agricul- after the citizen has given notice of the alleged violation to tural commodity as defined in ORS 616.205(17). the Attorney General and to the alleged violator.The court may,in such an action,award to a citizen who is a prevailing (3)"Packaged food" means any food offered for retail sale in plaintiff reasonable attorneys'fees and costs incurred in Oregon,other than raw food and food served,sold,or pro- vided ready to eat in any bake sale,restaurant,or cafeteria, not award any monetary damages. and that is already otherwise subject to the provisions of ORS 616.250 prohibiting misbranding. (3)No person shall be subject town injunction or responsible for payment of prevailing party attorneys'fees for failure to (4) or organisms engineered"the genetic produced from been organ- label any food if(a)in the case of packaged food,the materi- changed geed through ih application the genetic material has been als produced through genetic engineering do not account for changed through the application of: more than nine tenths of one percent of the total weight of the (a)In vitro nucleic acid techniques which include,but are packaged food;or(b)the food has not been produced with not limited to,recombinant deoxyribonucleic acid(DNA) the knowing or intentional use of genetic engineering. • 132 Measures I Measure 92 (4)For purposes of this Act,food will be considered not to Explanatory Statement have been produced with the knowing or intentional use of genetic engineering if: This measure creates a labeling law,effective January 1, 2016,for raw and packaged foods for human use,wholly or (a)such food is lawfully certified to be labeled,marketed,and partly made through genetic engineering,as defined.Food is offered for sale as"organic" pursuant to the federal Organic subject to labeling if made from or produced with organisms Foods Production Act of 1990,7 U.S.C.§§6501 et seq.,which in which genetic material has been changed through certain already prohibits genetic engineering of foods; defined techniques or methods. (b)in the case of a manufacturer or retailer obligated to label Manufacturers of packaged raw food must include"Genetically any food under this Act,if such entity has obtained from Engineered"clearly and conspicuously on the packaging.For whoever sold that food to them a sworn statement that the unpackaged raw food,the retailer must label the shelf or bin food has not been knowingly or intentionally genetically where the food is displayed.Suppliers must label containers engineered and has been segregated from,and not know- used for raw food delivered directly to retailers. ingly or intentionally commingled with,foods that may have For packaged food containing products of genetic engineer- been genetically engineered at any time.In providing such a sworn statement,a manufacturer or retailer may rely on ing,the manufacturer must label the package"Produced with a sworn statement from a supplier that contains such an Genetic Engineering"or"Partially Produced with Genetic affirmation;or Engineering." Food sold ready to eat at bake sales,restaurants and cafete- (c)an independent organization has determined that the food rias would not be subject to labeling. has not been knowingly or intentionally genetically engi- neered and has been segregated from,and not knowingly The Attorney General or an injured citizen may bring a court or intentionally commingled with,foods that may have been action to enjoin a violation.A citizen must give 60 days' genetically engineered at any time,if such a determination notice to the Attorney General and the alleged violator before has been made pursuant to a sampling and testing procedure bringing an action.A court may not award damages,only (i)consistent with sampling and testing principles recom- attorney fees and costs to a prevailing citizen. mended by internationally recognized standards organiza- tions and(ii)which does not rely on testing processed foods It is not a violation of the measure if the food was not produced in which no DNA is detectable. with the intentional or knowing use of genetic engineering. A food is not produced with the intentional or knowing use (5)Unless the retailer is also the producer or the manufac- of genetic engineering if it is organic under federal law,if the turer of the food and sells the food under a brand it owns,no supplier made a sworn statement that it was not commingled act or omission or any retailer shall be found to be a violation or genetically engineered or if an independent organization of this Act except for knowing and willful failure to provide determines,based on testing,that it was not commingled and point of purchase labeling for unpackaged raw agricultural the use was not intentional or knowing. commodities.In any action in which it is alleged that a retailer has violated the provisions of this section,it shall be a It is not a violation of the measure to fail to label packaged defense that such retailer reasonably relied on(a)any disclo- food if genetically engineered materials account for 0.9 sure whether a food was produced through genetic engineer- percent or less of the packaged food's weight.However, ing contained in the bill of sale or invoice provided by the a state agency could require labeling if it determines that wholesaler or distributor or(b)the lack of such disclosure. comparable materials that are not produced with genetic engineering are economically and commercially practicable (6)No action may be brought against any farmer for any vio- substitutes for genetically engineered materials. lation of any provision of this Act unless such farmer is also Retailers that fail to label do not violate the measure unless a retailer or manufacturer,but any farmer submitting a false the Retailers that is knowing or willful.not Retailers have a measure s sworn statement under subsection(4)of this section shall be their failure supplier knowing in a wll u.Re it invoice that defense the if subject to the general laws of the state pertaining to perjury. was not genetically engineered or did not say that the food (7)The State Department of Agriculture and/or the Oregon was genetically engineered.The retailer is not responsible for Health Authority shall prescribe,enact,and enforce rules nec- other violations unless the retailer is also the manufacturer or essary to implement this Act.The Department and Authority producer and sells the food under the retailer's brand. are not authorized to exempt from the requirements of Farmers cannot commit a violation of the measure unless Section 4 of this Act any food product that is made subject they are also a manufacturer or retailer.Farmers who make a to those requirements by the provisions of this Act.The false sworn statement that food is not genetically engineered Department and/or Authority may by regulation provide that are subject to perjury laws. a person may be subject to an injunction and prevailing party attorneys'fees under this Act for failure to label packaged The measure makes findings regarding genetically engi- food described in subsection 3(a)of this Section 6 at such neered food and labeling.The measure states six purposes, time as the Department and/or Authority determine that the and is intended to establish a consistent and enforceable commercial availability of relevant materials not produced standard for labeling foods produced with genetic engineer- with genetic engineering make it economically and commer- ing and to provide the citizens of Oregon with knowledge of cially practicable to apply the labeling requirements of this how their food is produced. Act to such packaged food. The State Department of Agriculture,Oregon Health Section 7.Severability Authority or both must adopt rules to enforce the measure. If any part or application of this Act is held invalid with Committee Members: Appointed by: respect to any particular raw or packaged food,situation,or George Kimbrell Chief Petitioners entity,the remainder of this Act or its application to all other Paige Richardson Chief Petitioners raw and packaged foods,situations,and entities shall not be Scott Dahlman* Secretary of State affected. Pat McCormick* Secretary of State Paul De Muniz Members of the Committee *Member dissents(does not concur with explanatory statement) (This committee was appointed to provide an impartial explanation of the ballot measure pursuant to ORS 251.215.) -4,%,,VAltteasurestMeasure S2 Citizens'Review Statement ;133 Citizens' Review Statement This Citizens'Statement,authorized by the 2011 State Legislature,was developed by an independent panel of 20 Oregon voters overseen by the Oregon Citizens'Initiative Review Commission.The panelists were randomly selected from registered voters in Oregon and balanced to fairly reflect the state's voting population based on location of residence,party registration, age,gender,education,ethnicity,and likelihood of voting.Over a period of three and a half days the panel heard from initiative proponents,opponents,and background witnesses.The panelists deliberated about the measure and produced this state- ment.This statement has not been edited,altered,or approved by the Secretary of State. The opinions expressed in this statement are those of the members of a citizen panel and were developed through the citizens' review process.They are NOT official opinions or positions endorsed by the State of Oregon or any government agency.A citizen panel is not a judge of the constitutionality or legality of any ballot measure,and any statements about such matters are not binding on a court of law. Key Findings Citizen Statement in Support of the Measure • Labeling genetically engineered foods would provide Position taken by 9 of 20 panelists information to let Oregonians make more informed buying decisions and this would offer them more control • M92 would offer Oregonians more control and transpar- and transparency over their food purchasing decisions. ency over our food purchasing decisions and does not • The labeling requirements do not apply to alcoholic act as a warning or ban. beverages,or prepared restaurant food because they are • Labeling genetically engineered crops could benefit currently outside the food labeling system laws. Oregon family farmers that grow traditional crops by • Regardless of M92,consumers seeking GMO-free food increasing public demand for crops that are not geneti- can purchase items labeled non-GMO or organic. cally engineered. • 64 countries,including most of Europe,Australia and • U.S.food producers already label their GMO food in Japan,already require labeling of genetically engineered 64 countries,including Australia,Japan,and most of foods and when those countries switched to requiring Europe. labeling food prices did not go up. • There is mounting scientific evidence that the wide- • The costs of actual labeling are a tiny fraction of the spread use of genetically engineered crops designed to costs of compliance and certification.The bulk of private survive large amounts of herbicide spraying is leading to costs arise in segregation of products along the supply a large increase in the use of these chemicals. chain. • A national consumer organization and a regional medical • Under M92,if passed,meat and dairy products from organization have stated that there are still questions animals that have been raised and fed with genetically about the long-term health effects of genetically engi- engineered feed and grain will not be labeled GE. neered crops. • Labels required by Measure 92 would NOT tell con- sumers which ingredients in a packaged food product Citizen Statement in Opposition to are GMOs,or what percentage of the product is GMO the Measure ingredients. • If we are going to sell GMO salmon that contain genes Position taken by 11 of 20 panelists from an eel-like organism(something the FDA may soon approve),or other engineered fish or meat now in • Under M92,if passed,meat and dairy products from development,we should label them. animals that have been raised and fed with genetically • Importantly,these costs will be borne by firms and engineered feed and grain will not be labeled GM. consumers for both GM and non-GM foods as labeling • The costs of actual labeling are a tiny fraction of the foods as non-GM will require oversight costs. costs of compliance and certification. • U.S.food producers already label their GMO foods in 64 • Labels required by Measure 92 would NOT tell con- countries. sumers which ingredients in a packaged food product are GMOs,or what percentage of the product is GMO ingredients. • Existing food labels already give consumers a more reli- able way to choose foods without GE ingredients if that is what they prefer,including"organic"and"non-GMO" labels.Measure 92 conflicts with these national labeling standards. • Thousands of food products would have to be labeled as"genetically engineered"—even if they're not. Thousands of other food products would be exempt from being labeled—even when they do contain or are produced with GMOs. 134 Meats Meat ', sf, Argument in Favor Who do you trust? Oregon's Leading Conservation Groups YES NO Urge a YES Vote on Measure 92 Consumer advocate groups Big chemical and Oregon League of Conservation Voters,the Sierra Club and Oregon family farmers pesticide corporations the Oregon Environmental Council believe Oregonians have a Food safety groups right to know that... Nurses,doctors and other • Most genetically engineered food crops are created in a medical professionals lab to contain pesticides within them or to tolerate large quantities of herbicides. Scientists • Studies show that,from 1996 to 2011,genetic engineer- Restaurants across Oregon ing has caused the amount of herbicide sprayed on our food to increase by over 500 million pounds. Local grocery stores • Genetic engineering leads to increasing amounts of pes- Public employees ticides not only in our food,but also in the air we breathe and the water we drink,endangering water quality in Conservation groups wetlands,streams and rivers,and the fish and wildlife Get the facts and see the list of trusted groups and that depend on them. community leaders supporting YES on 92 at Y PP 9 S • Increased use of herbicides on genetically engineered htta://oregonrighttoknow.org/ crops has led to herbicide resistant" u pe rwee s"that are infesting millions of acres of farmland and likely lead- (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on ing to the increased use of even more toxic chemicals. Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) • Genetically engineered foods are brought to you by the same chemical corporations that made Agent Orange Argument in Favor and DDT—and promised they were safe even though they were not. YES ON MEASURE 92: • Genetically engineered salmon—created in a laboratory Oregonians have the right to know using genes from an eel-like fish to grow abnormally what's in the food we feed our families. fast and large—could soon have FDA approval to be sold unlabeled. Labeling Has Big Benefits,NOT Big Costs • Genetic contamination from genetically engineered crops threatens the livelihood of traditional and organic In 64 other countries around the world,genetically engi- farmers,which is one of the reasons many of Oregon's neered foods are already labeled,and FOOD COSTS DID NOT family farmers support labeling. GO UP as a result. The long-term effects of genetically engineered foods on our Measure 92 Is Straightforward and Clear health and the environment are still being researched. Food producers already label,so updating that label to include information about whether a food is genetically modi- Citizens have the right to know important information fied is straightforward to do.And so is this law—if a product about the food they eat.Labeling of genetically engineered has a food label now,it's covered under Measure 92. foods will provide the information so that we all can make informed decisions about what we eat. Labeling Is About Information,Choice&Transparency Join Oregon League of Conservation Voters,the Sierra Club Food labels already contain information like ingredients, and the Oregon Environmental Council in voting YES on nutritional values and calorie content.Adding whether it Measure 92. contains genetically engineered foods simply provides Oregonians with the facts we need to make informed choices. (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) Big Corporations Are Trying to Confuse the Issue Out-of-state chemical corporations that make and own Argument in Favor genetically engineered food crops are spending millions This law is working in 64 other countries trying to confuse voters about Measure 92.They don't care and food costs have NOT gone up as a result. about Oregonians—they care about their own profits. It will work here,too. These are the same chemical companies that claimed Agent The big chemical corporations that make and own Orange was safe.That's not exactly the best track record for genetically engineered food crops truth in advertising. are spending millions to confuse and mislead Oregonians Urban and Rural Oregon—Support for Measure 92 about food labeling. They're doing what big corporations do: `Certainly consumers deserve to know the actual ingredients Protect their own bottom line at any cost. they're eating." -Baker City Herald Editorial("Put Labels on GMO Foods," Even if that steps on your right to know May 30,2014) what's in the food you eat and feed your family. Do not be deceived. "Labeling'genetically engineered'food would empower con- Do to make informed decisions about the food they buy." Measure 92 is simple,straightforward, -City Club of Portland("Draft City Club Report Recommends and provides clear information. 'Yes'Vote on GMO Labeling Ballot Measure,"July 30,2014) If a product has a food label now, Join consumer advocates,food safety groups, it's covered under Measure 92. health care providers,thousands of family farmers, parents,restaurants&grocers in voting YES on 92. Get the facts at http://oregonrighttoknow.org/. (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) Official 2014 Geneiral lEfeeti n V©tern'Panhphle# '; '!35 Argument in Favor Labeling will let Oregonians know whether their food is Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods coming from family farmers growing traditional crops,or Will NOT Genetically Engineered g Food red Foods whether they are eating food that has been engineered in a laboratory and patented by an out-of-state chemical As a former vice-president of the Grocery Manufacturers company. Association,I spent five years fighting against proposals that The out-of-state chemical companies that own the patents would have raised food prices,and I learned a lot about what on most genetically engineered foods will no doubt spend drives the price of food. millions trying to mislead and confuse Oregonians with I also saw firsthand that adding a few words to a label,as scare tactics about increased prices and harm to farmers. Measure 92 will do,has no impact on the price of making or We know the truth firsthand-Measure 92 supports Oregon's selling food. family farmers. That's because food manufacturers are constantly changing Join our Granges in supporting Oregonians'right to know their labels to highlight product innovations or to make health what we're eating,and giving people a tool to choose foods claims.Over the last decade,food manufacturers have intro—that don't put family farmers at risk. duced more than 20,000 healthier product choices.Changing Phoenix Grange#779 labels is one of the primary ways that food companies let Jackson County,Oregon consumers know about these new features. Rockford Grange#501 Adding the words"Produced With Genetic Engineering"will Hood River County,Oregon add as much to the cost of making food as adding the words "Can Help Reduce Cholesterol"—NOTHING. (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) Don't just take my word for it.Right now,64 countries— including most of Europe and Japan—require genetically Argument in Favor engineered foods to be labeled.Food prices in those coun- Famii Farmers across Oregon support did not rise when those laws went into effect. Y g pport Measure 92. We hope you'll stand with us. That means U.S.food companies already label genetically engineered food shipped to half the world's copulation, Our Family Farms Coalition and Friends of Family Farmers giving families in other countries more information than they represent more than 1000 Oregon family farms,and our orga- give to Americans. nizations are dedicated to protecting family farmers. And it's not driving up food costs one bit. Oregon farmers are proud of the food we grow,and believe our customers have the right to know if the food they buy has Nevertheless,the chemical companies that make billions been genetically engineered. selling genetically engineered foods claim that this measure will increase food prices—even though they know better. As farmers,we come from all corners of Oregon—big family farms and little ones—but we all agree: Providing more information won't cost more,but it will give Labeling genetically engineered food is just good common consumers the right to make choices for their families—just sense. like they already have in 64 other nations. Voting YES on Measure 92 creates transparency.We all have Since scientists don't know all the effects of genetically a right to know what's in 92 c creates eat. engineered crops on the environment or our bodies,labeling lets people decide for themselves what to buy.Companies Scott Faber are already labeling food shipped to 64 countries that require Former vice-president of the Grocery Manufacturers Association it—and foo• costs haven't gone up there. (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on Labeling means you can tell the difference between foods Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) engineered that family farmers grow locally,and l corporations engineered crops that out-of-state chemical corporations created in a lab.That's a difference that matters. Argument in Favor In Jackson County—one of the best seed-growing regions in Granges Support Measure 92: the country—family farmers recently led a successful effort to "Labeling lets Oregonians know ban genetically engineered crops because they contaminate whether their food was grown by local family farmers, traditional farmers'crops. or engineered in a laboratory." If Southern Oregon farmers voted to ban genetically Our Granges have stood up for family farmers for genera- engineered crops,we should at least label foods that tions,and family farms have been a critical Dart of Oregon's contain them. economy since our state was founded.But genetically engi- Chemical and pesticide companies are spending millions to neered crops threaten the future of family farming. scare and mislead voters.But they don't have the best inter- One gust of wind,and pollen from a genetically engineered ests of Oregonians in mind,and they don't speak for Oregon's family farmers. crop can blow onto farms miles away and cause major damage to farmers growing traditional crops. Please stand with Oregon's family farmers by voting YES on 92. This is not fair and it's not right. Ivan Maluski,Director Friends of Family Farmers Elise Higley,Director Our Family Farms Coalition That's why,earlier this year,Jackson and Josephine County Jeff&Anna Boesch,Gold Hill farmers led the effort to ban genetically engineered crops in Steve Cohn,Talent our communities. Eric George,Talent Ryan Goodwin,Hood River With Oregon farm communities voting to ban genetically Chris Hardy,Ashland engineered crops,it seems like as a state we should at least Olivia Hittner,Rogue River label them. Laurie Hultquist,Talent Jeff Jerome,Hood River 136, Measure I Mea Kendra Kimbirauskas,Scio with contamination,we knew that going back to traditional Gigi Meyer,Bend farming was the right thing to do. Aluna Michelle,Medford Moria Reynolds,Hood River We suaoort Measure 92 because it lets Oregonians know Marc Valens,Beatty the difference between the traditional foods grown by most Teri White,Rogue River Oregon farmers.and the genetically engineered crops Chrissie Manion Zaerpoor,Yamhill created in labs by out-of-state chemical companies. (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on Highlighting that difference may not be good for the big Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) chemical companies,but it's good for Oregon farmers and it's good for Oregon families. Argument in Favor Did you know that 64 countries—including most European Consumers Union,the Policy Arm of Consumer Reports: countries and Japan—require genetically engineered foods YES ON MEASURE 92 to be labeled?And food prices in those countries did not rise when those laws went into effect. Labeling Provides Oregonians Needed Information to Make Informed Choices Earlier this year,over 170 family farms in Jackson and Josephine Counties came together to lead campaigns to Consumers Union,the policy arm of Consumer Reports,a protect family farmers from genetically engineered crops. non-profit product rating organization with approximately The voters supported us overwhelmingly,and we no longer 8 million subscribers to its web and print editions,strongly allow them to be grown in our counties.If Oregon farm com- urges Oregonians to vote YES on Measure 92. munities voted to ban genetically engineered foods,as a state CHECK THE FACTS:Labeling foods that are genetically engi we should at least label them. neered is a common-sense approach that gives consumers We're expecting our first child soon,and that's made us critical information. think even more about what's in our food.As farmers,we T jury is still out on the long-term health effects and know this measure won't raise food prices.As soon-to-be The h safety of genetically the long-term parents,we have the right to know what we're feeding our family.So do you. • There is virtually no independent safety testing of these Please join us,and many other family farmers, foods in the United States,and we don't yet know the in voting YES on Measure 92. long-term health consequences of eating them. • Studies that claim genetically engineered foods are safe Jared and Hannah Watters in the United States are conducted by the some corpora- Jackson County,OR tions that profit from their sale. • The US does not require mandatory safety assess- (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on ments—of potential allergens,toxins,nutritional changes Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) and unexpected effects—before genetically engineered foods go on the market,unlike European countries. Argument in Favor U.S.companies are already labeling genetically modified Support Oregon's Fishing Families foods being sent to other countries,and there is no evidence Please Vote YES on Measure 92 of increased food costs: My family has commercially fished for four generations.I'm • Right now,64 countries—including most of Europe, proud to sell Oregon-caught salmon because I think it is some Australia and Japan—require genetically engineered of the best fish in the world.I also know firsthand that the foods to be labeled.There is no evidence that food prices people who catch salmon risk their lives every time they leave rose in those countries when those laws went into effect. the dock. • U.S.food companies already label genetically engi- neered food sent to half the world's population,giving My family—and many other fishing families—have serious families in other countries more information than they concerns about plans for genetically engineered salmon. give to Americans.Consumers in the U.S.should have access to that same information. I'm voting YES on Measure 92 because labeling helps fishing • This law is straightforward to implement,as food pro- families,by making sure people know the difference between ducers can simply add this information to the labels that the world-class salmon we fish,and salmon that's been engi- already tell us things like ingredients and calories. neered in a lab by an out-of-state corporation. Consumers shouldn't have to blindly trust chemical corpora- Protecting the health of our salmon is about more than pre- tions about whether the food we're eating is safe. serving Oregon's natural heritage,it's also about preserving our livelihood and the health of Oregon's fishing economy. A YES vote gives consumers more information,more control, and more choice.That's why Consumers Union strongly sup- Salmon is the first genetically engineered animal nearing ports Measure 92. FDA approval for people to eat.These fish are engineered in a laboratory to grow abnormally fast,using genes from an (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on eel-like fish.Fisheries experts have been clear that if these Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) engineered salmon escape it could have major impacts on wild salmon. Argument in Favor Without Measure 92,these genetically engineered fish could "We used to grow genetically engineered crops. be sold without any notice to consumers. But when we learned how these crops threaten other farms, we stopped growing them." Engineering fish and animals that people eat really crosses a line,and should at least be labeled. Our family has farmed in southern Oregon since the 1800's and we now operate one of the largest farms in Jackson Oregonians have a right to know what's in our food and County. should never be sold genetically engineered salmon when they think are buying real salmon caught by real fishermen For years,we grew genetically engineered crops.But after and women. learning how these crops threaten our neighbors'farms Official 201,4 enerat leCtion Voters'Pamphlet::137 Please stand with Oregon's fishing families—and all of our Food labels already contain important information like families'right to know what's in our food—rather than the ingredients,nutritional values and calorie content.Adding to out-of-state corporations who will say or do anything to that label whether a product contains genetically engineered protect their bottom line. ingredients simply provides Oregonians with the facts we need to make informed choices about what we're eating. Please vote YES on Measure 92. The long-term health effects of genetically engineered Thank you, foods are still unknown.The majority of genetically engi- Becky Thornberg neered crops are actually made by chemical companies like Astoria,Oregon Monsanto and they are patented and owned by those com- (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on panies so no independent studies are possible.The foods are Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) by the specifically to antes. large doses of pesticides made by the very same companies. Argument in Favor Until we know the long-term health effects,we should label Whole Foods Market Supports Labeling genetically engineered foods so every family can decide for Genetically Engineered Food themselves what to eat. 64 other countries—including most of Europe and Japan, Measure 92 makes sure you know if food contains genetically engineered ingredients.You have a food to know what food China and Russia,require labeling of genetically engineered you engineered buying. food.And the price of food did not go up after the laws were passed. We Label Lots of Things Already U.S.companies follow those laws when they ship food over- Today,we label many things,from ingredients and allergens seas.That means those food companies give more informa- to country of origin.We even label whether juice is made tion to citizens of 64 other countries than they provide here. from concentrate.This lets you make decisions for your Oregonians deserve to get that same information. family without judgment.There are lots of reasons consum- ers want information—health,religious,impact on the earth, Out-of-state chemical corporations are spending millions of and allergies among other reasons.Whatever your reason, dollars trying to confuse voters about this measure,because only a label empowers you to make an informed decision. they are more interested in protecting their bottom line than in giving us basic information about the food we eat. Measure 92 is Simple (This information furnished by Felisa Hagins,Political Measure 92 requires that raw or packaged food for human Director SE/U.) consumption says if it contains genetically engineered ingre- dients,just like Oregon's existing food labeling requirements Argument in Favor do for milk containing bovine growth hormone.There is no new government structure.Restaurants that don't have to list Food&Water Watch Supports a YES Vote on Measure 92 ingredient information today won't be affected by Measure 92. It creates transparency so Oregonians can make informed 64 Countries Require Labeling decisions about what they eat and feed their families. Today,64 countries already require labeling.Companies Oregonians have a right to know what's in our food. fighting labeling in Oregon complied with labeling abroad. Sixty-four other countries already label genetically modified If labeling can be done in 64 countries,we should have that food,which means that U.S.food companies are providing information in Oregon. more information to consumers in Europe,Japan—even Labeling Doesn't Hurt Food Producers China and Russia—than they provide here in America. Food producers routinely change labels every 12-15 months, It's not right that the chemical corporations that make billions for many reasons.Since labels are already frequently chang- off the sales of genetically engineered foods are blocking our ing there is little cost to add information about genetically right to know if our food has been genetically engineered. engineered ingredients.Markets are different across the There are good reasons to have concerns: country and reflect customer preferences—the exact same mayonnaise is Best Foods in the west and Hellman's back • The same chemical corporations that made the herbicide east.It's not a problem to label GMOs in Oregon. Agent Orange and the insecticide DDT—and wrongfully Labeling Won't Raise Food Prices promised they were safe—are now genetically engineer- ing food in a lab to survive huge doses of their danger- Last year,General Mills made original Cheerios GMO-free and ous herbicides. it's labeled such on the box.The price consumers paid for • That means more toxic chemicals are being used on Cheerios did not go up.Nor did prices go up in countries that our food,and released into the air we breathe and the require labeling of genetically engineered food. water we drink.Since the introduction of genetically engineered crops,the amount of herbicides sprayed on Joe Rogoff,President our food has increased by over 500 million pounds. Whole Foods Market Pacific Northwest Region • That hurts our air and water quality,and endangers fish and wildlife. (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on • Salmon—a symbol of Oregon's natural heritage and Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) something we have worked to protect—is now being genetically engineered in a laboratory to grow abnor- Argument in Favor mally fast,using genes from an eel-like fish.Nearing FDA approval,this genetically engineered fish could be sold Every Oregonian—regardless of income or food budget— without a label. has a right to know what's in the food we eat,and feed our • We need to be really careful when we start messing with families.Labeling is the only way we can truly know what's nature.Engineering animals that people eat crosses a in our food. line.It should at least be labeled. Measure 92 is about information and transparency.and Labeling GMO foods will assist Oregonians who are con- control over our own food decisions. cerned about the potential effects of chemicals used to raise their food to make informed purchasing decisions. 130,-:Measures( Measure 92At laments Please join Food&Water Watch in voting YES to label and food producers,we believe the requirements for our genetically engineered foods,so Oregonians can decide for industry are reasonable. themselves. Ultimately,we believe that Measure 92 will be good for con- (This information furnished by Julia B DeGraw,Food&Water sumers,giving Oregonians the information we all need to make Watch.) informed choices about the food we eat,and feed our families. Your Food. Argument in Favor Choice. Choic ce. Central Oregon Rancher Your Vote. Supports Labeling Genetically Engineered Foods (This information furnished by Wendy Collie,New Seasons On our family's Central Oregon ranch we are proud of the meat Market.) we raise and we are proud of how we raise it.When our cus- tomers buy our meat,they can trust that it's good for them.For Argument in Favor ranchers like us,keeping that trust is critical to our success. Moms Across Oregon Agree: As ranchers,we support Measure 92 because every We have a right to the peace of mind that comes with Oregonian has the right to know what they're eating,and the knowing what's in the food we feed our families. right to decide whether to avoid meat,fish and other foods There are so many things out of our control these days—from that have been genetically engineered in a lab. who our kids interact with online,to their safety as teens,to You only need to read about the development of genetically worrying about making ends meet. engineered beef in China,or the FDA's expected approval of One thing we can control is what's in the food that nurtures genetically engineered salmon,to realize that Oregonians our families.And that's what Measure 92 is all about. have more reasons than ever to want to know what we're eating.Labeling will give people that information. Labeling genetically engineered food gives us information, If China's genetically engineered beef comes to Oregon, options and the ability to decide for ourselves and our fami- If 9 9 lies.That's something every parent needs and deserves. ranchers like me need to make sure eo le will have the p p information to tell the differen ce between meat th at has Food labels already contain important information like ingre- been raised honestly and something that's been genetically dients,nutritional values and calorie content.Adding to that engineered in a far-off laboratory. label whether it contains genetically engineered foods simply It's unfortunate to hear the political spin trying to confuse provides us with the facts we need to make informed choices. Oregonians about how Measure 92 would apply to meat and We don't yet know the long-term health effects of genetically dairy products. engineered foods made to withstand high doses of pesti- From this rancher's perspective,it's pretty simple:Measure 92 cides.Hopefully,they will prove to be safe,but until we know requires labeling of meat or dairy products if they have been the long-term health effects,we should label genetically produced from an animal that is genetically engineered. engineered foods so every family can determine what works for them. Please join our ranch in supporting Oregonians'right to know In a world where a lot can happen that's out of our control, what's in our food by voting YES on Measure 92. Measure 92 offers parents a little peace of mind that we get Alan Rousseau,Pine Mountain Ranch to make informed choices about the food that nurtures our Bend,Oregon families. (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on Please join us—and thousands of other parents across Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) Oregon—in voting YES on Measure 92. Lynn Barton,Medford Argument in Favor Carissa Bonham,Hillsboro Dahviya Davis,Portland New Seasons Market Encourages a YES Vote on Measure 92 Mary Ellen De Luca,Talent Erin Dye,Prineville Genetically engineered food should be labeled because Maria Edwards,Medford people have a right to know what is in the food we eat and Marlee Jane Gustine,Williams feed our families. Shannon Hill,North Bend Beth Hoezee,Hood River At New Seasons Market,we are passionate about providing Mariah Leung,Eugene our customers with transparent information so they can Cheryl Levie,Ashland make good choices for themselves and their families.That is Eden Luz,Applegate Valley why we are supporting YES on Measure 92 that will require Kristina Marlia,Medford labeling of genetically engineered food. Susan Peik,Portland New Seasons Market was founded on the belief that people Nicole Peitz,Eugene want to be in control of their food choices and to have the Kimberly Kaminski,Portland information they need to make the choices that are right for Emily Reed,Mosier them. Carrie Twigg,Portland Linda Zielinski,Philomath We believe in empowering our customers with options Eisen Zimmerly,Florence and transparent information.This is why we were early advocates for improving standards by requiring natural and (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on P 9 Y q 9 organic labeling.It is why we partnered with the Non-GMO Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) Project and carry nearly 4,000 Non-GMO Project Verified products,and why we are endorsing YES on Measure 92, Argument in Favor which requires labeling of genetically engineered food. Jackson County scientist urges a YES vote on Measure 92: As a local grocer who works directly with numerous farmers We have the right to know what's in our food. Q etlal".' 0'l4 )Elect on Voters'Pamphlet 139 As a senior EPA scientist(now retired),I wrote the U.S. enough to see health and safety effects,and future GE government's first research plan to study safety issues of products could raise concerns we have not yet considered. genetically engineered organisms including crops.I know a Consumers who prefer to use caution have the right to lot about these organisms,and I have deep concerns about avoid GE products but cannot without labeling. their impact on our environment and long-term health. There are legitimate immediate environmental concerns Just this spring,my home of Southern Oregon's Rogue that the widespread use of Roundup in conjunction with Valley—one of the top agricultural regions in the nation— herbicide-tolerant GE crops have accelerated herbicide- voted overwhelmingly to ban genetically engineered crops resistant weeds("superweeds"),leaving substantial because of the harm they do.This effort was led by Jackson stretches of farmland unsuitable for farming.The use of County farmers,local businesses and a broad spectrum of GE in high concentrations has accelerated the process and Oregonians concerned about protecting local family farms. consumers who wish to avoid these products should have the option to do so. If Southern Oregon citizens came together to ban genetically City Club Members Vote: modified crops,we should at least label them. Decades ago,chemical companies produced DDT and Agent Yes 77% Orange,and insisted they were safe.Independent science No 23% proved otherwise. Who is City Club of Portland? The vast majority of genetically engineered crops are designed to tolerate high doses of herbicides.This has led We bring together civic-minded people to make Portland and to a huge increase in the use of these chemicals,which end Oregon better places to live,work and play for everyone. up in our food,in our water,in our bodies,and create serious Read our measure report and become a City Club member at: ecological harm. www.odxcitvclub.orq Insecticide use has increased 10-fold in the last 10 years, (This information furnished by Karen Kervin,President, according to recent U.S.Government reports.The fact is that City Club of Portland.) we don't yet know the long-term health effects of geneti- cally engineered crops that receive higher and higher doses Argument in Favor of pesticides every year. That's why 21 prominent scientists—including long-standing There is something I learned about genetically engineered members of the American Association for the Advancement food that I think all Oregonians deserve to know. of Science—have raised"significant concerns"about safety, There are sixty-four other countries—including most of Europe, and said that opposition to labeling efforts,"tramples the Japan,Australia,and even China(just to name a few)—that rights of consumers to make informed choices."("Scientists already require labeling of genetically engineered foods. reject decision by AAAS board to oppose GMO labeling,"GM Watch,November 2,2012) That's right.Sixty-four countries already label genetically engineered food. Until we know for sure,we should label these foods so con- sumers can make informed choices about what they eat. And do you know how much food costs have gone up as a result? (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) Zero.Not at all.Costs haven't gone up. Argument in Favor So when corporations start spending millions—claiming that g labeling is going to make their food more expensive—I'm City Club of Portland Recommends a Yes Vote sure not going to take their word for it.In fact,many of the Transparency and Truth in Labeling Food same corporations fighting a U.S.standard for labeling GMOs already label their products overseas. What does this measure do? I'm voting YES on Measure 92,because these corporations Genetically engineered food is produced using a technique will say,do,or spend anything to protect their own bottom which inserts the genes from one organism into the genetic line and to keep us in the dark. material of another. Because the evidence shows that food costs don't go up just The measure would require labeling of genetically engineered because you give people more information and more choice. (GE)food that contains 0.9 percent or greater of genetically And,because Oregonians have a right to know what's in engineered material.It would exclude alcohol,food served in our food. restaurants,and animal products. Why has this been proposed? Congressman Peter DeFazio GE labeling will give consumers information and has an (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on added potential benefit of helping research on the long-term Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) effects of GE food. Argument in Favor Why vote Yes? CENTER FOR FOOD SAFETY Consumers should have the right to make informed & choices.Sixty-four nations have adopted genetically OREGON PHYSICIANS FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: engineered food labeling laws in some form,including YES ON 92 all member states of the European Union,India,Japan, BECAUSE WE HAVE THE RIGHT TO KNOW China,Brazil,and Russia.Many of these countries use the WHAT'S IN OUR FOOD 0.9 percent threshold for labeling,which is the threshold proposed here. THE PROBLEM Labeling products will allow us to track GE products if Although more than 80%of processed foods are produced either suspected or documented health issues arise in the using genetic engineering,these products are not required to future.GE products haven't been on the market for long be labeled.Lack of mandatory labeling of genetically 1 - Measures-I Mead Arg ,,, engineered food prevents consumers from making informed engineered food.But the corporations can't point to a single food choices.Consumers have a right to know how their food country where labeling has increased food prices. is produced,especially when these foods may pose environ- mental We've also heard the corporations that oppose Measure 92 and health risks. saying that if we want to know whether our food has been WHY THIS INFORMATION MATTERS genetically engineered,we should just buy organic or the few The government does not independently test genetically specialty foods that are labeled as free of genetically engi- engineered foods for safety,and no independent long- neered ingredients. term studies have established that genetically engineered But many Oregonians,such as seniors and low-income foods are safe. Further,mounting evidence indicates that families,can't afford to buy organic or specialty foods.Don' genetically engineered foods may harm our environment and we deserve the same information as people who have more heallth.th. resources? • Crops engineered to tolerate herbicide exposure create herbicide-resistant weeds that require farmers to use Food labeling is the only way to ensure that all Oregonians larger quantities of toxic pesticides. can access the same information about what we're eating • Over the last decade,since genetically engineered crops and feeding our families.Please vote Yes on 92. have become prevalent,400 million extra pounds of Karen Revell&Michael Welsh pesticides were sprayed on our food and released into Medford,Oregon our air and water. • Pesticide exposure is linked to many health issues, (This information furnished by Paige Richardson, Vote Yes on including cancer,neurological disorders,endocrine Measure 92:We have the right to know what's in our food.) disruption,and birth defects.As exposure increases, so do negative health outcomes,particularly for our farmworker communities. Argument in Favor MEASURE 92 IS ABOUT TRANSPARENCY Healthy Families Many Oregonians have health or environmental concerns Are Nurtured With Healthy Food about genetically engineered foods.Others object to geneti- That's why the Oregon Nurses Association- cally engineered foods,and especially genetically engineered representing more than 12,000 nurses across Oregon— animals,such as salmon,on ethical grounds.Labels provide recommends a"YES"vote on Measure 92. important facts we need in order to make informed choices. As nurses,we take our mission of helping families make GMO LABELING DOESN'T INCREASE PRICES healthy choices very seriously.When it comes to the food we Around the world,64 countries—including all European eat—and feed our families—making healthy choices means Union nations,Australia,Japan,and Brazil—require labeling having all the facts: of GE foods.American food companies already comply with those nations'laws to sell internationally,and prices have not How many calories are in this food?What are the ingredients? increased as a result. Does it contain any products that have been genetically engineered? Like citizens in 64 other countries,all Americans,including Oregonians,deserve the opportunity to make informed deci- Right now,Oregonians can answer those first two ques- sions about their food. tions by reading the label of any food we buy.However, Oregonians are denied the information to know if our food PLEASE VOTE YES ON MEASURE 92. has been genetically engineered. (This information furnished by Susan Katz,MD,Board Oregon nurses believe that Oregonians have a right to know President,Oregon Physicians for Social Responsibility.) what is in the food we eat and feed our families. • We are concerned that long-term studies do not exist for Argument in Favor genetically engineered foods—so we don't yet know its Regardless of Income, long-term health effects.There are too many examples Everyone Has the Right to Know of chemicals,drugs and other products that corporations What's in Our Food claimed were safe,but long-term scientific studies later proved to be risky or downright unsafe. There are a lot of crazy claims being made about Measure 92 • Sixty-four other countries,including most of Europe, that are meant to scare people like us—seniors on a fixed Australia and Japan,already label genetically engineered income. food.U.S.food companies label food for consumers in these other countries;they should do the same for us. We watch every penny when it comes to buying food,but • Long-term studies may eventually show genetic engi- healthy food is important to us.As you consider Measure 92, neering to be safe.But until we have all the facts,it's we hope you'll consider this: common sense to label genetically engineered foods so Oregonians can decide for themselves. All Oregonians,regardless of their income,deserve to know what is in their food. Please join Oregon's nurses in voting YES on Measure 92, That's why we are voting Yes on Measure 92. so Oregonians have the opportunity to make informed and healthy choices. Plans to start selling genetically engineered fish and meat have us especially concerned and it's not right that stores Alan Helyer,RN,MPH,MBA could start selling these products to people without letting Oregon Nurses Association them know. (This information furnished by Sarah C.Baessler,Oregon Don't be fooled by the chemical corporations that own most Nurses Association.) genetically engineered crops.They claim that a simple label letting people know if food at the grocery store is genetically engineered would increase foods prices. It just isn't true and they are trying to scare voters. There are 64 countries around the world that label genetically L. Official 014 Genioat�eatit Uattsr$r:prlphi ''.1411:°. Argument in Opposition Our existing nationwide labeling systems already provide consumers with a reliable way to choose products that are NAACP of Corvallis/Albany opposes 92 made with non-GMO ingredients,if that's what they prefer. Hurts Oregon families struggling to make ends meet Consumers can already choose from literally thousands of Oregon's proposed experiment with a flawed GE labeling products in thousands of stores that are labeled"organic" system will come at a cost.And that cost will fall hardest on or"non-GMO."These are two of the fastest growing market s Y segments in food products. those in our state least able to afford it. Measure 92 conflicts with these national standards that Over five years after the Great Recession officially ended, already provide better options for consumers who prefer to too many Oregon families are still struggling.Good jobs are avoid GMOs. tough to find and the recovery has not yet reached many impoverished communities—particularly communities of I fully support efforts to provide information to Oregonians color. about our food and its safety,and I have been active in doing that through teaching and outreach for many years.However, Measure 92 will increase food costs for Oregon families— especially hurting those who can least afford it. this inaccurate labeling scheme would mislead rather than inform. With the hardship of the downturn not even in rear view Dr.Steven H.Strauss,plant scientist mirror for many,now is not the time to increase food costs for Dr.Stevenhed Professor working families.Yet,that is exactly what Measure 92 will do. Oregon State University Study after study has confirmed that single-state labeling Corvallis schemes like Measure 92 will add at least$400 a year to the (This information furnished by Pat McCormick,NO on 92 average family's annual grocery bill. Coalition.) Families living paycheck to paycheck will be forced to make tough choices like picking cheaper,less healthy foods,cutting Argument in Opposition portions or skipping meals to make ends meet.This will be Measure 92 diverts taxpayer money that could be better particularly felt in rural Oregon where there is limited access spent on our schools. to fresh,affordable foods and higher transportation costs. One teacher's concerns about Measure 92. We appreciate that many Oregonians prefer GMO-free food and they have thousands of options to choose these foods by As a teacher,I'm painfully aware of how slowly our Oregon selecting the"organic"or"non-gmo"label. economy has been recovering from the Great Recession. It's taken a toll on school budgets across the state,including The economic impact of Measure 92 on Oregon families living where I work as an associate principal. in poverty cannot be overstated.Today the federal govern- ment estimates that over 500,000 Oregonians lack consistent While Oregon struggles to fund our schools adequately,it access to adequate amounts of nutritious food.Let's not makes no sense to spend money on two new bureaucracies sacrifice their welfare to impose a law that increases the cost to oversee a badly written labeling law that won't provide of food. consumers with accurate or reliable information. Please look into the facts and join us in voting No on Measure 92 creates an Oregon-only food labeling program Measure 92. and directs two state agencies to develop rules and enforce Barry Jerkins,President it.Oregon Department of Administrative Services staff(DAS National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, memo,July 19,2014)estimated that routine inspection based enforcement would require$2.75 million in start-up costs and Corvallis/Albany more than$14 million for each two-year budget.It places no (This information furnished by Pat McCormick,NO on 92 limit on what the program could ultimately cost taxpayers. Coalition.) In addition to misdirecting taxpayer dollars,Measure 92 will increase food bills for Oregon families.The State Legislative Argument in Opposition Revenue Office wrote to the Financial Estimate Committee Professor of Plant Science: that"consumer/producer responses and the additional costs Measure 92 won't tell consumers which foods contain GMOs associated with labeling are expected to increase overall food prices within the state." (LRO memo on Measure 92, Labels can inform or mislead.Consumers expect food labels August 21,2014) to be reliable and meaningful.That won't be the case with Measure 92. Consumers are right to want information about the foods we buy and feed our families.But we should expect food labels Measure 92 is so poorly written that under its requirements to be accurate and reliable.Measure 92 doesn't provide that. thousands of foods would have to be labeled as"geneti- It exempts 2/3 of the foods we buy—including food served cally engineered"(GE)even if they have j GE content.And, in school cafeterias,and meat,milk and eggs from animals thousands of other foods would be exempt from labeling raised on GMO grain.And Measure 92 would require labels even if they were made with or contain GE ingredients,or are on many foods that don't contain any GMOs. produced from animals that ate GMO feed.In fact,about 2/3 Measure 92 is flawed and costly.Let's spend our taxpayer of Measure 9at foods that Oregonians consume would be exempt from funds on better schools,not a bad labeling system. Measure 92's labeling requirements. In addition,the labels required by Measure 92 would not tell Please vote NO on 92. consumers which ingredients in a packaged food product are Kraig J.Hoene GMOs,or what percentage of the product is GMO ingredients Associate High School Principal (if any). Linn County Measure's 92's Oregon-only labeling system would reduce (This information furnished by Pat McCormick,NO on 92 rather than increase consumer choice,and it would make our Coalition.) food more expensive.The increased cost isn't in the label.It's in remaking the product,removing GE ingredients or sourc- ing more expensive non-GE alternatives. '142 ! 11Aeasures" earsure-,4Arguitients'.' Argument in Opposition be set at the federal level to ensure fairness for consumers, farmers and food producers. Measure 92 costly for families,provides misleading information Measure 92 won't give consumers reliable information Perhaps the most important reason to vote NO on Measure Measure 92 creates an unreliable labeling system that will 92 is that it won't give consumers reliable information about increase the cost of groceries for Oregon families. which foods contain GMO ingredients and which do not.It As a mother,I read labels carefully to ensure I'm feeding my also won't provide any information about which ingredients family healthy foods.As consumers we all depend on labels may be GMOs or what percentage of the product may include to provide accurate and reliable information so we can make GMO content,if any.(Measure 92 Section 5(4)) informed choices. Oregonians deserve better.Vote NO on Measure 92. 2/3 of foods would be exempt from labeling. Measure 92 is so badly written that it won't tell consumers Elizabeth Earls which products contain GMOs and which don't.The measure Oregon Retail Council exempts two-thirds of the foods and beverages sold in our state,even if they are made with GMOs.And it would require _ (This information furnished by Elizabeth Earls,Director, thousands of foods to be labeled as"genetically engineered" Oregon Retail Council.) even if the foods don't have ai GMO content.This creates an unreliable labeling system that won't provide consum- Argument in Opposition ers with accurate information about what's in our food.And Measure 92 Will Hurt Oregon Fruit Growers Measure 92 won't tell consumers which ingredients are GE(if any)or what percentage of the product is GE. My family has been growing fruit in Hood River since 1919. Duckwall Fruit began back then as two brothers shipping Meat and dairy products would also be exempt from labeling apples to Indiana.Now generations of my family have grown even if they come from animals that have been fed genetically our small family business into an operation that packs over engineered grain or injected with GE drugs. two million cartons of pears grown by over 70 growers on 115 Measure 92 will increase grocery costs for Oregon families. separate farms every year. The costs of complying with Measure 92's requirements company,farmers,growers and other agricultural family would increase food costs.Studies in Washington,California businesses throughout Oregon will suffer if Measure 92 is and New York would increase ase grocery costs for requirements like passed even though we do not grow GMO crops. Measure 92's would increase grocery costs for a family of four by over$450 per year.This is because food companies Our pears are shipped all over the world and are used as would have to track and specially label their products just for ingredients in foods and beverages here in Oregon and Oregon-or remake them with higher priced ingredients to elsewhere. comply.These costs will be passed on to consumers. Measure 92 would require us and every party in the food Measure 92 is flawed and costly.We can do better for Oregon supply chain to track every step of production,packing, families. handling and transporting to provide"sworn statements" Vote NO on Measure 92. declaring that food ingredients,like our pears,have not been produced or handled with any GMO crops.Farmers,retailers Anne Marie Gurney and manufacturers would be exposed to lawsuits,fines and Portland even criminal penalties if a food product is wrongly labeled.put our (This information furnished by Pat McCormick,NO on 92 entire business in the crrosshai s9Agricultural life is tough and Coalition.) very few of us have the time or money to deal with shake- down lawsuits. Argument in Opposition Oregon Retail Council Recommends a NO Vote Measure 92's increased regulatory red tape and bookkeep- ing for farmers and growers will hurt Oregon businesses and Oregon is a small business state.We're proud to bring inns agriculture and put us at a competitive disadvantage. vation,entrepreneurism and jobs to our communities. We take pride in helping the world taste Oregon pears and we After careful study,our members concluded Measure 92 are equally proud of our economic role through our partner- would increase costs for Oregon's small businesses.Worse, ship with local growers and farmers.Should Measure 92 it would mislead consumers who support labeling GMOs pass,wearing both of those hats will become significantly because it won't reliably tell people which foods contain more difficult.Oregon businesses,growers,taxpayers and GMOs and which don't. consumers will be hurt. Complex requirements are costly and burdensome. Please consider the future of those with their hands in the Measure 92 will add costs to the food production system-and soil and vote NO on Measure 92. that will increase grocery costs for families.Everyone from farmer to retailer would be required to create extensive record- Fred Duckwall,Duckwall Fruit keeping systems to document every step in the supply chain. Hood River The process is not only onerous and expensive,especially (This information furnished by Pat McCormick,NO on 92 for small family farms and small businesses,but it also adds Coalition.) liability costs for producers,processors and retailers and puts Oregon farmers and food producers at a competitive dis- Argument in Opposition advantage,having to meet extreme requirements that exist Associated Oregon Jndustriesopposes Measure 92 only in our state. Bad for small businesses All consumers,small businesses and farmers should be The state's largest business association,representing 1,400 treated equally Oregon businesses,opposes Measure 92 because it is a dadSan Oregon-only f it to requirements farmers,rs,bus with federal complex and misleading initiative that would create huge new taxpayers and are um it so Oregon farmers,uusionss h costs and complicated red tape for farmers,food companies taxpayers and consumers.Food labeling regulations should ■ r, Ofjc�2 ;o-thi r ds 1 tt t 1S, PF tand grocery stores in our state.It would also cost Oregon tax- be labeled while of the foods.Oregonians payers millions and increase grocery costs for Oregon fami- consume would t special exemptions and would not lies.All fora flawed labeling system that won't tell consumers be subject to labng rules. which foods are made with GMOs and which are not. This measure is bad policy for our state,and will hurt Hurts family farmers and small businesses farmers,consumers and taxpayers.l urge Oregon voters to Small businesses are the backbone of our state's economy. study the facts and reject Measure 92. Many of these businesses are the food producers,retailers e Mark Webb Honorable and family farmers hit hardest by Measure 92.Its extreme The The Ho Grant County Judge requirements put our state's businesses at a competitive disadvantage.And it would authorize a new class of"shake (This information furnished by Pat McCormick,NO on 92 down"lawsuits against farmers,food producers and retailers Coalition. ) over any alleged violation of its requirements. Costly to consumers Argument in Opposition Several recent studies concluded that single-state labeling Measure 92:A Bad idea for Oregon's proposals like Measure 92 would drive up grocery costs by Family Farmers and Consumers hundreds of dollars per year per family.Food companies would have to relabel or repackage their food—just for our Measure 92 would impose a new costly and inaccurate label- state—unless products are remade with higher priced ingre- ing scheme on food sold in Oregon.The Measure would drive dients.Complying with Measure 92's complex regulations up food prices without giving Oregonians the information will increase costs for food producers,forcing them to pass they need to make informed choices. these costs on to consumers. Will Not Give Consumers Accurate Information Two new government bureaucracies Under the Measure,some foods with genetically modified Measure 92 is costly to taxpayers as well.It creates two new ingredients would be labeled-but others wouldn't.All food government bureaucracies to oversee its complex require- sold in restaurants or packaged as ready to eat would be ments and write new regulations,with no limit on how much exempt.So would meat and dairy products from animals taxpayer money can be spent to enforce these new regulations. raised on genetically engineered feed.At the same time, option many products that are free of genetically engineered Existing food labels already g ive consumers the p ion to ingredients would still be forced to carry the label unless the choose foods made without GE ingredients if that's what they producers incur the expense of a costly verification system. prefer,by choosing"organic"or"non-GMO"labels.Measure 92 conflicts with these national standards. Will Increase Food Prices for Oregon Families Measure 92 is flawed and costly. Complying with the measure will come at a cost,and it will be substantial.As farmers and food producers are forced to It deserves a NO vote. purchase new tracking and reporting systems to comply with the law,and substitute higher-priced,non-GE ingredients in (This information furnished by Jay M.Clemens,President&CEO.) will passed Numerous studies have shown thata family of four will pay at Argument in Opposition least an additional$400 a year for groceries as a result. Former Grant County Judge sheds light Will Hurt Oregon's Family Farms on the flaws of Measure 92 The measure's regulations and requirements would put Oregon farmers at a disadvantage compared to those in As a former Judge for Grant County,I understand laws and Washington,Idaho,and elsewhere.Oregon farmers are regulations and how they can help or hurt citizens and the leaders in sustainable,responsible practices and yet this industries they work in. measure would punish them and make it harder for them to compete. Industries like agriculture,timber,and ranching are literal life- lines for much of rural Oregon and we must think about how There are already existing labeling systems in place for new policies will impact those sectors before we adopt them. consumers to choose foods made without GMO ingredients, by choosing foods labeled"organic"or"non-GMO."These Make no mistake--Measure 92 is not what it seems and labels are based on national standards and are more reliable instead is bad policy that will hurt the industries that help than Measure 92's flawed approach. drive our rural economies. Please vote No on Measure 92. It's a nice-sounding initiative that proponents say is simple and straightforward.Nothing could be further from the truth. Oregonians for Food and Shelter Measure 92's Oregon-only requirements are complex and (This information furnished by Scott Dahlman,Executive extreme.It is harmful to Oregon's farmers,food producers Director-Oregonians for Food and Shelter.) and agriculture community. • Farmers,retailers and manufacturers would be exposed Argument in Opposition to lawsuits,fines and even criminal penalties for any Oregon Farm Bureau urges voters to reject Measure 92 "misbranding"of food products.I know the legal system and how costly it can be to defend one's self even Oregon Farm Bureau,representing 7,500 farmers in Oregon, against a false claim.Measure 92 goes out of its way strongly opposes Measure 92. to put family farmers in legal crosshairs to enforce its requirements.The measure even allows for a prevailing This measure would hurt thousands of Oregon family farmers plaintiff to recover attorney's fees,but makes no provi- and small store owners,cost taxpayers millions for new gov- sion for prevailing defendants,such as farmers.This is ernment bureaucracy,and increase grocery bills for Oregon utterly unfair. families by hundreds of dollars every year-all for a flawed • Measure 92's complex requirements would only exist in food labeling system that won't give consumers reliable Oregon-putting our farmers and food producers at a information about the foods we buy. competitive disadvantage. This labeling system would only exist in Oregon and its bur- • Measure 92 creates a labeling scheme that specifically densome requirements would put our growers at a mandates that some foods with no GMO content would �lteafsue9rgests ;;.. competitive disadvantage compared with those in other ds Measure 92 suffers frompa deficiency y or af facty.th from fact states. Limits opportunity for advancements and growth Please look into the facts and vote NO on Measure 92. Measure 92 will increase our costs of production and limit our George Waldmann,M.D. ability to compete with farmers in neighboring states.Oregon g Farm Bureau is committed to keeping Oregon farmers as Family practice leaders in producing healthy,abundant crops to feed the Portland country and the world. (This information furnished by Pat McCormick,NO on 92 Measure 92 threatens.options for the future and will be Coalition.) harmful to Oregon families.It doesn't provide consumers with accurate or reliable information on food labels,but it Argument in Opposition does carry tremendous costs. Korean-American Grocers Association of Oregon Shakedown lawsuits would hurt small family farmers urges NO on 92 Measure 92 creates a special new right to sue any farmer who Will Increase Food Costs and Hurt Small Businesses operates a farm stand or makes food products to"enforce" its labeling requirements.This exposes farmers and food The Korean-American Grocers Association of Oregon rep- producers to costly new liabilities. resents 234 small,family-owned businesses throughout our state.Our customers are our neighbors and friends and we Conflicts with federal standards pride ourselves on providing a variety and selection of food Labeling standards should be set at the federal level so products at reasonable prices. that all farmers,food producers and consumers are treated equally.Measure 92's Oregon-only labeling requirements We oppose Measure 92 because it will increase food costs for conflict with the existing national standards that already our customers and unfairly impact small,family-owned busi- provide more reliable information for consumers. nesses,putting Oregon small retailers like our members at a competitive disadvantage and exposing business owners to A broad coalition of farmers and agricultural organizations costly lawsuits,fines and penalties.In addition,Measure 92 across the state are urging a NO vote on Measure 92.Please will not provide consumers with accurate or reliable informa- stand with family farmers and reject this poorly written tion on food labels. initiative. Grocery costs are a critical concern to our customers and Please join us in voting NO on 92. increases in food costs have an enormous impact on families in our community and throughout our state. Measure 92 will Barry Bushue,President,Oregon Farm Bureau increase costs for farmers,food producers and retailers and 3rd generation family farmer these costs will be passed on to our customers.Low income Boring and fixed income families will suffer the greatest. (This information furnished by Barry Bushue,President, Food producers—even those in other states and countries— Oregon Farm Bureau.) would have to put special labels on their products or remake them with more expensive,organic or non-GMO ingredients Argument in Opposition just for Oregon.These requirements will result in less con- Measure 92 Won't Give Families The Information They Want sumer choice and fewer products being available for sale in our state.The costs of product tracking and documentation Helping families with health choices is a critical component of and the risks of costly lawsuits and penalties further threaten a physician's job.Beyond treating the problem in front of us, our businesses. we give advice and recommendations about how individuals Measure 92 is a costly,flawed food labeling system that is and families can maintain and improve their long-term health. bad for Oregon consumers and businesses. I am voting NO on Measure 92 because it will make it harder Please join us in voting NO on 92. for families to make informed food choices. Many food labels would be outright false under Measure 92 Korean-American Grocers Association of Oregon As a doctor,I am trained to deliver accurate information that (This information furnished by Pat McCormick,NO on 92 is clearly understood by patients.Measure 92 does not live Coalition.) up to those standards.A shopper looking to purchase only non-GMO food will have a hard time doing so under Measure Argument in Opposition 92,because it exempts from labeling two-thirds of the foods g pp purchased by Oregonians. NW Food Processors Association opposes Measure 92 Consumers are better served under existing labeling system Measure 92 would increase food costs in our state and Existing nationwide labeling systems already provide con- provide Oregon consumers with unreliable and inaccurate sumers a more reliable way to choose foods without geneti- food labeling information.It's a poorly written initiative that cally engineered ingredients,if that's what they prefer,by fails on its fundamental promise to help consumers make selecting foods labeled"organic"or"non-GMO."These are more informed choices. reliable national standards and do not have the inconsisten- cies and special exemptions of Measure 92. Oregon food processors are among the thousands of food companies and farmers that would be saddled with the costly There is no scientific basis for Measure 92's labeling and burdensome requirements of Measure 92.This would requirements make food products more expensive—without providing any According to the American Medical Association,there is no health or safety benefits to consumers,and without providing scientific justification for special labeling of GE foods.Over accurate or reliable information on food labels. 700 peer-reviewed scientific studies over the past 20 years have shown GE foods are safe and nutritionally identical to For example,under Measure 92 products distributed to their conventional counterparts.As a consequence,the U.S. grocery stores and products delivered to restaurants would Food and Drug Administration doesn't support the manda- be labeled differently,even if they are the exact same tory labeling of GE foods as required by Measure 92. product. Under Measure 92,food producers would be required to specially label thousands of products just for Oregon-unless these products are remade with more expensive,specially handled ingredients just to be sold in our state.Either way, Oregon consumers lose.Measure 92 would mean unreliable, inaccurate food labels for consumers and higher food costs for Oregon families. Most importantly,Measure 92 will not provide consumers with accurate or reliable information.That's because the measure is so poorly written that it would require thousands of food products to be labeled as"genetically engineered," even though they may not be.In addition,two-thirds of the foods we buy in Oregon would be exempt from labelling requirements,so consumers won't have a reliable way of knowing which products contain GE content or are made with GE ingredients and which are not. 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Beebe Baker County Clerk Columbia County Clerk Deschutes County Clerk Director, 1995 3rd St., Suite 150 Courthouse,230 Strand St. PO Box 6005 Records/Assessment Baker City,OR 97814-3398 St. Helens,OR 97051-2089 Bend,OR 97708-6005 601 State St. 541-523-8207 503-397-7214 or 541-388-6547 Hood River,OR 97031-1871 TTY 541-523-9538 503-397-3796 TTY 1-800-735-2900 541-386-1442 fax 541-523-8240 TTY 503-397-7246 fax 541-383-4424 fax 541-387-6864 tgreen @bakercounty.org fax 503-397-7266 elections @deschutes.org elections @co.hood-river.or.us Betty.Huser @co.columbia.or.us www.deschutes.org Benton www.co.columbia.or.us Jackson James Morales Douglas Christine Walker Benton County Clerk Coos Patricia Hitt Jackson County Clerk Elections Division Terri L.Turi,CCC Douglas County Clerk 1101 W. Main St.,Suite 201 120 NW 4th St., Room 13 Coos County Clerk PO Box 10 Medford,OR 97501-2369 Corvallis,OR 97330 Courthouse,250 N. 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Olive St., Room 201 Robin Church Brian Van Bergen Newport, OR 97365 Multnomah Union County Clerk Yamhill County Clerk 541-265-4131 Tim Scott 1001 4th St.,Suite D 414 NE Evans St. TTY 541-265-4193 Director of Elections LaGrande,OR 97850 McMinnville,OR 97128-4607 fax 41-2 -4 1040 SE Morrison -1 503-434-7518 a 5 65 950 040 S St. 541-963 006 countyclerk @co.lincoln.or.us Portland,OR 97214-2495 fax 541-963-1013 TTY 1-800-735-2900 www.co.lincoln.or.us/clerk 503-988-3720 rchurch @union-county.org fax 503-434-7520 fax 503-988-3719 www.union-county.org elections @co.yamhill.or.us Linn elections @multco.us www.co.yamhill.or.us/clerk Steve Druckenmiller www.mcelections.org Wallowa Linn County Clerk Dana Roberts 300 SW 4th Ave. Polk Wallowa County Clerk Albany,OR 97321 101 S. River St., Room 100 Valerie Unger 541-967-3831 Polk County Clerk Enterprise,OR 97828-1335 TTY 541-967-3833 850 Main St. 541-426-4543 ext. 158 fax 541-926-5109 Dallas,OR 97338-3179 fax 541-426-5901 sdruckenmiller @co.linn.or.us 503-623-9217 wcclerk @co.wallowa.or.us fax 503-623-0717 www.co.wallowa.or.us Malheur unger.valerie @co.polk.or.us Deborah R. DeLong www.co.polk.or.us Wasco Malheur County Clerk Linda Brown 251 "B" St.West,Suite 4 Sherman Wasco County Clerk Vale,OR 97918 Jenine McDermid 511 Washington St., 541-473-5151 Sherman County Clerk Room 201 TTY 541-473-5157 500 Court St. The Dalles,OR 97058 fax 541-473-5523 PO Box 365 541-506-2530 countyclerk @malheurco.org Moro,OR 97039-0365 fax 541-506-2531 www.malheurco.org 541-565-3606 lindab @co.wasco.or.us fax 541-565-3771 countyclerk@ shermancounty.net www.sherman-county.com/ govt_clerk.asp 154_' Additional Information'I Election Results "', „Jr ' 'r -'.' 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