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(. 7 lYay Are G5 £ j`- ',,� yyrYr.% � ^'777 �s■� �.'•� -a. �: �'= .. may' .:*Y.-^— •, In 1916, Deschutes County was born after voters passed a ballot measure to create a new county from western Crook County territory.In conjunction with the County's 100th Anniversary Celebration,a student art contest was held and the winning entries,themed"Celebrating 100 Years",will be featured on the covers of the County's 2016 Primary and General Election Voters'Pamphlets. Congratulations to Andrew G.Rojo,6th Grade,La Pine Middle School,for the General Election Voters'Pamphlet winning entry. 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. r ., County Clerk's Office Nancy Blankenship,County Clerk I"`"6a: . '--Z;_7- PO Box 6005 Bend,OR 97708-6005 V IS . _ 1300 NW Wall 8t.,Ste 202,Bend,OR 97703 4a�a.`mil fax(541)383-4424 v Fax(541)388-6549 Elections(541)388-6547 www.deschutes.org Dear Deschutes County Voter: This is your November 8, 2016 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 19,2016,to each registered voter. Here are a few things you should know: ♦ We are recommending that the last day to mail your ballot is Tuesday, November 1. Beginning Wednesday, November 2, ballots should be taken to an official drop site. • Voted ballots MUST be received at our office or an official drop site location by 8:00 pm,Tuesday, November 8, 2016 to be counted. Remember to sign your ballot envelope. ® The signature on each voter's return envelope is verified against the voter's signature on file.The signature must match for the ballot to be counted. e 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 determines 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 address, please write"RETURN"on the envelope and place it back in your mailbox. Sincerely, ' j Nancy Blankenship Deschutes County Clerk Official De80tiutes County 2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet, 9-2 I Clerk's Letter Index to Voters' Pamphlet All candidates had the opportunity to submit a picture and statement regarding their candidacy in this pamphlet.The following candidates submitted information.The text of the candidate statements,measures and arguments were printed as submitted. e SGt,.� Sn' `CCEt hh ; Pag9-109 Unit 6 Special Road District 9-9 9-110 City of Bend 9-10 9-111 City of La Pine 9-11 9-112 City of La Pine 9-11 9-113 Ponderosa Pines East Special Road District ndidates � Page 9-18 Abernethy, Bruce Agan,Kathy 9-9-1 8 19 Blum,Andrea L 9-23 Boozell, Ron(Rondo) 9-19 Briese,Connie 9-1 9-21 g Centanni,Joseph W 9-21 Endicott, George 9-23 Esterman, Richard 9-13 Fagen,Wade Patrick 4 Fugate, Dorwin(Doby) 9-9-11 Graham,Anne 9-20 Greiner,Donald R 9-9-220 Henderson, Phil 2 King,Camden 9-9-222 Knight,Doug 9-16 Kozowski,Eric 9-13 Kuhn,William John 9-16 Livingston,Justin 6 McPherson,Virginia(Ginny) 9-9-22 2 Moseley, Bill 9-13 Nelson, L Shane 9-18 Russell, Sally . 9-9-18 13 Ryan,Chuck 9-12 Unger,Alan 9-12 Vora, Robin 9-4 Drop Sites 9-6 Voting Information Official Deschutes County;2016'General Election Mate s Pattphlet 9-3 I index Deschutes County November 8, 2016 General Election Official Ballot Drop Site Locations Bend La Pine Deschutes Service Center La Pine Public Library, 16425 1st St 1300 NW Wall St Drive-By Drop Site (Box located on Parkway side of building) (1st St& Huntington Rd) Available 7 days a week Beginning Wed, Nov 2: 24-hour drive-by Election Day, Tuesday, Nov 8: open until 8 pm Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 8: open until 8 pm Drive-By Drop Site Redmond Corner of Wall St and Lafayette Ave Redmond Public Library, (Parking Area) 827 SW Deschutes Ave (Extended hours for this election] Nov 2 - 8 (week days only): 8 am -6 pm Drive-By Drop Site Election Day, Tuesday, Nov 8: 7 am- 8 pm (Located on west side of Library) Available 7 days a week- opens October 21 Deschutes County Road Department Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 8: open until 8 pm 61150 SE 27th St Drive-By Drop Site Sisters Available 7 days a week-opens October 21 Sisters City Hall, 520 E Cascade Ave Election Day, Tuesday, Nov 8: open until 8 pm (Located inside City Hall) October 21 -November 8: 8 am - 5 pm (Usual Business Hours&Days) * New Sites in Bend * Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 8: 8 am - 8 pm Sunriver Drive-By Drop Site Sunriver Area Public Library, 459 SW Bluff Dr 56855 Venture Ln (Box located on the knoll above Old Mill Sunriver Business Park District in parking lot south of Hilton Garden Drive-By Drop Site Inn hotel-look for signs and banners) Beginning Wed, Nov 2: 24-hour drive-by Friday, Nov 4: 8 am- 5 pm Election Day, Tuesday, Nov 8: open until 8 pm Monday, Nov 7: 8 am-6 pm Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 8: 8 am - 8 pm Drive-By Drop Site 1000 SW Bradbury Way Terrebonne (Box located across from the New Park& Rec Terrebonne Sheriff Substation Pavilion off of Simpson& Columbia) 815411th St, Suite 3 Beginning Wed, Nov 2: 24-hour drive-by (Located inside Substation) Election Day, Tuesday, Nov 8: open until 8 pm Fri & Mon; Nov 4 & Nov 7: l 8 am- 1 pm & 2 pm - 5 pm Election Day,Tuesday, Nov 8: 8 am- 1 pm & 2 pm - 8 pm Postmarks Do Not Count! IAll ballots must be received at an official drop site or the Deschutes County Clerk's office I no later than 8 pm, Election Day. If you have not mailed your ballot by Tuesday, November 1, take your ballot to an official ballot drop site. I County Clerk's Office, 1300 NW Wall St, Upper Floor, Bend - Privacy Booths Provided Monday through Friday: 8 am to 5 pm - Election Day: 7 am to 8 pm C?/ficial C3esClutes County 0Qi��$:4enera� teeti4n*tel�Parriphlet:' 9-4 I Drop Sites Directions to Bend's New Drive-by Ballot Drop Boxes 459 SW Bluff drive-by drop site located in 1000 SW Bradbury Way Drive-by drop site the parking lot south of the Hilton Garden Inn located across from the New Park & Rec on the knoll above the Old Mill District. Pavilion off of Simpson Avenue & Columbia Access either end of Bluff Drive from SW Street. Bond Street. . SIBolvo o o New Ballot Czp Site 44k, '�kc ts 2ait<&Rec Parking Lot ,<(f e w, x) ad)acerd to Paati:.r,at Nr �N le W r°r F s4::} - LOlurns..a and s#npsoo #G �,"�a1 D S CCU SW Bra buP,Way a 9 sw slot'6 �i l r.;. y gi II c SSW AVE - ""E °. , :\N\g '. I di E Para d Rec t° S,- ,_.,,; ‘ ,, : 4 I S f f ' . ....QR., ANlroa� 1 f l ' a f r : k�\`,.< y ' say :. ? : Watch for signs and banners to direct you to the drop sites. Your Ballot Packet Your Ballot Packet should contain at the least the following items: Printed ballot A pre-addressed return envelope to be signed Secrecy sleeve Returning your Ballot: Beginning Wednesday, November 2, ballots should not be mailed but will need to be taken to an official ballot drop site. Signing your Ballot Return Envelope: Remember to sign your ballot return envelope. The signature on each voter's return envelope is verified against the voter's signature on file. The signatures must match before a ballot can be counted. If your signature has changed, please update your voter registration. Official Deschutes County 2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 9-5 I Voting Information as .Voting Information Registering to Vote _ ; To be eligible to vote in the November 8, 2016 General .. z�4.r� - ' Election, a completed voter registration card must be Make sure you have completely postmarked by Tuesday,October 18,2016. filled in the oval next to your choices. To Register To Vote In Oregon,You Must Be: - 1. A resident of Oregon. 2. A United States citizen. 3. At least 18 years old by election day. You Must Update Your Registration If: ,t (,-,_ 6, 1. Your residence or mailing address changes. 2. Your name changes. 3. You wish to change your party affiliation. Important Note:If you have moved or your name has changed If you vote for more candidates than • and you have not yet updated your registration,you are still allowed,or if you vote both yes and No on eligible to vote.Contact the Deschutes County Elections office, a measure,it is called an overvote. 541-388-6547 for further information. Your vote will not count for that candidate Voters With Disabilities: of measure. If you are unable to vote your ballot without assistance,contact the Deschutes County Elections office at 541-388-6547.We ``, will provide two persons to assist you in voting.To assure your J° ,� voted ballot is received by election day,contact the elections . 2 ' office early to arrange for assistance.You may also select =A *'.. someone else of your own choice to assist you. An audio edition of the Voters'Pamphlet is available.To order, p N t .. please contact Independent Living Resources at 503-232 7411 or TTY 503-232-8408. You de not have to vote on all contests. Voting Instructions Those you do vote on will still be counted. Examine your official ballot and vote it Contact Deschutes County Elections office at Examine your official ballot and locate the candidate or 541-388-6547 to request a replacement ballot if: measure response ova!of your choice for each contest.To vote you must blacken the oval(®)completely with a pen 4 you make a mistake (black or blue ink)next to your choices. -4 your ballot is.damaged or spoked Review your ballot ->your ballot is lost Ensure you correctly marked your choice for each contest. Your official ballot.may contain contests printed on both or you may make your changes on the ballot. sides of your ballot. It is critical that you make your choice obvious Prepare to return your ballot because election workers will inspect each ballot Place your ballot in the return envelope.You may use the op- to make sure voter intent is understood and the tional secrecy sleeve,but it is not required.Election staff will ballot is counted correctly. ensure the secrecy of your ballot.Read the voter's statement \ .. on the return envelope and sign it on the signature line.Your ballot will not be counted if the return envelope is not signed. . Every signature is checked against the registration signature on Deschutes County file and the signature must match for the ballot to be counted. Elections and Voting 1300 NW Wall St. Return your ballot Bend,Oregon ' By mail: Attach first-class postage to the signed and sealed return identification envelope.Mail it as soon as possible to a NORTON AVENUE arrive at Deschutes County Election's Office no later than d€nu-nn €€'€�u i , 8:00 pm on Election Day.Postmarks do not count. t _ (} } {�t'(} {fi At an official drop site: Deliver the signed and sealed return N ��a�� , ait iiliF {,'MH.f ii : identification envelope to an official drop site no later than €€€s�id€ntitn€sti€€€q _ 8:00 pm on Election Day.Postage is not required if delivered O a a to an official ballot drop site location. D i. I . .... z -. _ Contact: ,,P/ m Deschutes County Election / - 541-388-6547 Deschutes.org/clerk /`� i E1e:ti ns «- 1-866-ORE-VOTES(se habla Espanol) //N. - {,- Voting °- www.oregonvotes.gov f �j TTY 1-800-735-2900 € Remember, if stated on your ballot,vote both sides of ILAFAYETT1E.AVENUE ) your ballot. Off ioiaf;Desohuts County"2016 Genera(:Eieclion Voters Pamphlet' 9-6 I Voting Information Measure 9 1 Unit 6 Special Road District Ballot Title im 9 10 Year Capital Projects Local Option Tax QUESTION: Shall the District levy $0:90 per thousand of assessed value for 10 years for sealing roads beginning 2017/2018?This measure may cause property taxes to in- crease more than three percent. SUMMARY:This measure would finance capital construction and improvements of 2.3 miles of existing Deschutes River Recreation Homesites Unit 6 Special Road District roads. The,project would seat approximately 27,840 square yards of road serving'the District at a cost of$135,000'which would be amortized over the.10 year life of this measure.Funds will be used to seal portion's of Foster Road, Silver Fox Drive, Bench_eg,Bear Lane,,Silver Fox Drive,and Mt Sheep Lane anti allot CariVbou and C•,eb Drive Ali improved tots within the District would be within 9,$00 feet;of sealed ociads The District n i has e>fperienced eontr r`'rowth and increased'local and commercial tra€ftc The ist t receives `$23 000 per year to mair►tain apprOtimatelyz.AWeri mites of road This measure would allow irrrposing uptq$0.90 per$1000 of assessed vafuei' which isestirnated ta'raise$17100 in year„one $17 528�/ear; .two,-$17 966 year three 318,141$year four,$18,875yearfive, $19,347 year,six $19;9331 year='sevdri, $20,327 year eight; $20,835 year`hine ded_.$21 356 yearten. Explanatory Statement Acting on the recommendation of the Deschutes River Recreation Homesites Unit 6 Special Road District meeting of July 25th, 2016 and its appointed sub-committee the Road District Board of Directors refers this measure.The measure would provide funds to Otta seal approximately 27,840 square yards of roads serving the subdivision.This would improve emergency vehicle ingress/egress,minimize rough and wash board roads,improve dust abatement,and improve the local environment by reducing air particulate pollution. The subdivision has grown to approximately 130 houses with in- creases in traffic over the last 15 years.Improvement to the roads has been limited due to lack of funding.About$5,000 of the annual budget is used for snow removal leaving about$18,000 per year to maintain the seven miles of road within the District's authority. The$135,000 capital improvement project payable over 10 years with a tax option levy would provide funds to Oita seal: Foster Road from State Rec Road for 2,684 feet Silver Fox Drive from Foster to Cub Drive Silver Fox Drive from Caribou 1.000 feet towards Red Fox Lane Entire length of Caribou Drive Entire length of Cub Drive Bear Lane from Cub Drive to MI Sheep Lane Mt Sheep Lane from Bear Lane to Lynx Drive If approved.the estimated cost of the project would be amortized over a 10 year period.The tax rate of 50.90 per thousand assessed would cover the annual payments.A home assessed at S150000 year 135 per$ would be assessed approximately.. , (This,niornr5%:P; tumished by Choi Scr, sr DRRH Uuni 6 SPaaCa; Road District..' Official Deschutes County 2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 9-7 i 37 e i:,s,m'e-•'3 Measure 9-109 Arguments Argument in Favor rr!~9 Pc�n We are writing today in support of ballot measure 9-109.With I oppose this bond measure for several reasons: the increased cost of living that is happening in Bend that is •Not all property owners are registered voters in Deschutes forcing people to move outside the city limits,it is inevitable County and will have no voice in whether or not this bond will that our neighborhood will grow and become more populated. pass.Although they will see the increase in their property All of us purchased property in the neighborhood knowing the taxes.The road board made no effort to inform all 400 plus roads were gravel and dirt and not expecting it to change.After property owners of their intentions to put this on the ballot. living here we have noticed a dramatic increase of traffic that •In our road district there are 7.2 miles of road and this mea- has negatively impacted the quality of life for those of us who sure would only put Otta Seal on 2.3 miles of road.So not all live here.The amount of dust that is created and that remains property owners will benefit equally,yet will be taxed the same in the air during the dry seasons from the traffic on our roads as the owners that will have Otta Seal up to their driveways. has become more than a nuisance.Most of us relocated to this •The proposed measure is for a single layer of Otta Seal who's area to be able to enjoy the beautiful outdoors and wildlife of life expectancy is 5-6 years,to extend that time to 9-11 years a Deschutes County but that is no longer an option. sand seal would needed at an additionai cost of over$40,000. Beyond the dust factor,voting yes for this measure makes eco This would increase the project costs up over$175,000. nomic and financial sense as well.Each year thousands of dol (Source:A Guide to the Use of Otta Seals,Aug 1999) •Only one contractor currently in Deschutes County applies Otta lars are spent trying to maintain broken roads.Money is spent on grading to try and fix potholes and smooth out the wash Seal,so no competitive bids could be considered.This contrac board road that last for only days or a few weeks at best before tor has not applied Otta Seal to a major development before. speed,poor driving behaviors and increased traffic destroys it •The road board did not do their due diligence prior to deciding again.Extra money is continuously being spent on car washes, to put this measure on the ballot.No traffic studies were done alignments,tire balancing and air filters due to the washboard, to determine which roads are the most travelled in the district. potholes and dust that fill our roads and air.Our neighborhood Despite many property owners asking that a traffic study be would save money by not having to continually grade and done prior to putting this issue up for a vote. gravel the roads that are included in this bond measure. •This measure would increase the speed of automobiles while As current homeowners,we stand behind this ballot measure only eliminating a small percentage of the dust created.This and believe it to be sound financially,environmentally and it will increased speed would increase wildlife deaths also. The possibility of getting the rest of the roads paved with Otta increase the quality of life in the place we call home. Seal in the future is unlikely since the property owners that Katie Rowlett-Springer-Past DRRH 6 HOA President,DRRH 6 would benefit from this bond measure would likely not vote for homeowner an additional bond measure to complete the rest of the devel- Nadine Ruth-Past DRRH 6 HOA President,DRRH 6 homeowner opment's roads. Bonny Bowens-DRRH 6 homeowner (This information furnished by Lorelei Mariana.) John Bowens-DRRH 6 homeowner Eileen Mills-DRRH 6 homeowner (This information furnished by Kathleen Rowlett-Springer.) • 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. Officiat.Deschutes County'41.6 Generat;Eiectiort miters'P$riiphlet 9-8 I Measures Measure 90 City of Bend Ballot Title Recreational Marijuana Sales Tax QUESTION:Should Bend impose a 3%tax on the sale of recreational marijuana? SUMMARY:This measure,if approved,would authorize Bend to impose a 3%tax on recreational marijuana sold,within the City.The sale of medical marijuana to registered medical marijuana cardholders shall not be taxed. If approved,proceeds from the tax will go to the City's general fund.Most of the general fund is spent on public safety,includ ing,police and-fire services,but the general fund can be used for any city expenditure. A copy of the Ordinance adopting4he tax nay be reviewed at City aN or at wWw bendoregOn 9ov :,i If approved the meaeurewould tat&effect;r Januac i 2Q17. Explanatory Statement The measure,if approved, would authorize the City of Bend to impose a sales tax at the rate of 3%on recreational marijuana sold by state-licensed marijuana retailers located in Bend.The sale of medical marijuana to registered medical marijuana cardholders shall not be taxed. • Tne proceeds from the measure are estimated to be$345,600 for 2017.The revenue collected from the tax on recreational marijuana shall go to the general fund.Most general fund expenditures go to public safety,including police and fire services,but general fund revenue can be used for any City expenditure. Oregon voters approved Measure 91 on November 2014,legal- izing the sale and consumption of marijuana to adults 21 years of age and older.In 2015,the Oregon Legislature reduced the state sales tax on recreational marijuana from 25%to 17%effective January 1,2017, and allowed local jurisdictions to ask for voter approval of a 3%local sales tax.ORS 4756.345 provides that a city council may adopt an ordinance imposing a 3%tax on recre- ational marijuana sold by retail licensees,but the council must refer that ordinance to the city's voters at a statewide general election. A copy of the Ordinance adopting the tax is available at Bend City Hall and at www.bendoregon.gov. If approved:the measure would take effect on January 1,2017.' (This information furnished by Robyn Christie,City Recorder.City of Bend.) Official Deschutes County 2.016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 9-9 Measure= FA F.4 ea A A City of La Pine incorporated.Therefore.approval of this measure will prevent t :o Ballot Ti le city from imposing a local tax on those activities. ffB I (This information furnished by the Cory N'lisley.City Manager.City of La Pale.• Prohibits Recreational Marijuana Retailers in La Pine QUESTION: Shall the City of La Pine prohibit recreational retailers in areas subject to the City's jurisdiction? SUMMARY:State law allows operation of licensed recreational marijuana retailers.State law provides that a city council may adopt an ordinance to be referred to the voters of the.city.to • prohibit(ban)th-e establishment and operation of recreational marijuana retailers.The La Pine City Council has referred this measure to the voters as provided under state law. Approval of this measure will prohibit(ban)the establishment and operation of recreational marijuana retailers within any area subject to the city's jurisdiction. ..• If this measure is approved:the city will belneltgrble ti receive-, distributions of state marijuana tax reverluesandwill be tamable to impose a local tax or'fee;ori the production pECc ing and/or sale of Marijuana'or any product into which marijuana has beer.incorporated. Explanatory Statement Approval of this measure will prohibit (ban) the establishment and operation of recreational marijuana retailers in the City of La Pine.Approval of this measure will not operate to prohibit(ban) recreational marijuana producers, recreational marijuana pro- cessors:recreational marijuana wholesalers,medical marijuana dispensaries or medical marijuana processors. Measure 91,approved by Oregon voters in 2015,provides that the Oregon Liquor Control Commission will license recreational marijuana retailers.A city council may adopt an ordinance pro- hibiting(banning)the establishment and operation of recreational marijuana retailers within the city,but the council must refer the ordinance to the voters at a statewide general election.The La Pine City Council has adopted an ordinance prohibiting (ban- ning)the establishment of recreational marijuana retailers within the city and,as a result,has referred this measure to the voters. If approved, this measure will prohibit recreational marijuana retailers within the city. Approval of this measure has revenue impacts.Currently,ten per- cent of state marijuana recreational tax revenues will be distributed to cities to assist local law enforcement in performing their duties under Measure 91.Before July 1,2017,the money is distributed in shares based on the population each city bears to the popula- lion of the cities in the state.After July 1, 2017,money will be distributed based on the number of licensees in the city,with 50% distributed based on the number of producers,processors,and wholesale licensees and 50%distributed based on the number of retail licensees.If approved;this measure would make the city ineligible to receive distributions of state marijuana tax revenues. Currently. under the 2015 legislation.a city may impose up to a three percent tax on the sale of marijuana items by a marijuana retailer in the city. However, a city that adopts an ordinance prohibiting the establishment of recreational marijuana retailers nay not impose a local tax on the production,processing,and/or sale of marijuana or any product into which marijuana has been Official Deschutes County 2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 9-10 1 Measures Measure a 9r 3 Ponderosa P ne Est Special Road District Ballot Title Ballot Title -rte ry® i 91E 1 1 3 Imposes City Tax on Retail Sale of Recreational Five Year Local Option Tax for General Operations Marijuana QUESTION: Shall Ponderosa Pines East Special Road QUESTION:Shall La Pine impose a three percent tax on the District impose $4500 each year for five years for general sale of marijuana by a licensed marijuana retailer? operations beginning in 2017/2018?This measure may cause property taxes to increase more than three percent. SUMMARY:State law provides that a city council may adopt an ordinance to be referred to the voters of the city imposing SUMMARY:The taxes needed for five years total$22,500, Up to a three percent tax or fee on the sale of certain marijuana which wit be imposed in equal amounts of$4,500 each year. items by a licensed marijuana retailer.The La Pine City Council The tax revenue from this measure wit provide revenues suf- referred thismeasere to the voters as provided under state law. ficient for the Ponderosa Pines East Special Road District to operate at its current level of service for residents within the Approval at this measure will impose a three percent tax on boundary of the Pondere8a,Pines East Special Road District. fhe.sate of marijuana items by"marijuana retailers in the city. The,tax w.iil be collected at the•point of.sate and rernitted,by Road Grading and Surfacing with Rock the rraari(uana seller,, j. pow Plovrirlg ' Ssf iy and Traffic Control Signs Under state law a city that Odapts an ordinance prohibiting pistfict Insurance the establishment anYd/or,-opet tibaiof a recreational Marijuana Operating-Expenses of the f istrict retailer Mayt.rtOtt impose;a tax or fee tin the production,pro cessin and/dr sale of,rnar r�ana`or an . roduct into,iu#lich .When the Dtstrictwas formed;the.Board with the advice from marijuana has been incorporated%This m asure wiltbecome Deschutes?`Counttr,dotar.rpi ed the tax rate to be$1 0469 per operative only'if the measure proposing to prohibit(ban)the $1000 of assessed value his estimate mcli{cletl,property establishment;and operatton if recreational marijuana retailers along Rim^Road that is NOT part of the•District:After removing is not'passed.(approved)by voters the Rim Road properties from the District the Districts remain- ir g property value resulted'i`n:lesstax revenue for the district. This nest rate would replace an expired levy rate It is NOT Explanatory Statement in addition to the,`rate assessed for the eitpired levy which Approval of this measure will impose a three percent tax on the expired in 20i 1: sale of marijuana items by a marijuana retailer within the City of La Pine.This measure will become operative only if the measure proposing to prohibit (ban) the establishment and operation of P__�._ Statement Explanatory Star recreational marijuana retailers is not passed(approved)by voters. When the Ponderosa Pines East Special Road District was Under Measure 91,adopted by the Oregon voters in November formed,the Board, with advice from Deschutes County, deter- 2014 and amended by the Legislature in 2015,the Oregon Liquor mined the rate needed for the road district's goals to be$1.0469 Control Commission must license the retail sale of recreational per$1000 of assessed value.This rate of$1.0469 per$1000 of marijuana.The 2015 Legislature provides that a city council may assessed value is the permanent rate and can only be changed adopt an ordinance imposing up to a three percent tax on the sale through approval by a vote of the people of the State of Oregon of marijuana items(which includes marijuana concentrates,ex- in a statewide election. tracts,edibles,and other products intended for human consump- tion and use)by retail licensees in the city,but the council must The base map boundary establishing the district was drawn wrong refer that ordinance to the voters at a general statewide election. and included property along Rim Road that in NOT part of the road The La Pine City Council has adopted an ordinance imposing a district.After removing the Rim Road properties from Ponderosa three percent tax on the sale of marijuana items by a retail licensee Pines East Special Road District,Deschutes County reassessed and,as a result,has referred this measure to the voters. the Road District's property values.This reassessment resulted in less tax revenue for the district. Under state law, a city that adopts an ordinance that prohibits (bans)the establishment and/or operation of recreational mart- Road District expenditures are anticipated to exceed tax revenues juana retailers may not impose a tax or fee on the production. in the near future due to increased maintenance due to heavier processing. and/or sale of marijuana or any product into which traffic on roads and increased cost for snow plowing. district marijuana has been incorporated.As a result. if voters pass the insurance,surface rock.road grading,and higher fuel costs.The prohibition(banning)ordinance.this tax measure will not become proposed five-year local option tax will provide revenues sufficient operative even if it also receives a majority of voles. to meet road improvement,snow removal. and safety issues for the near future. (This infornaiion furnished by the Cory iviis!ey.City Manager.Dry of La Pine) This new rate wilt REPLACE the expired levy rate. It is NOT in addition to the levy rate that was assessed for the expired levy. Th,a information forvshod by Debra L Ganols. Secretary ?onde -. ros Pines Pas)Cocc:a.Road D'stncr) Official Deschutes County 2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet q-11 Tileah€k'r.es Deschutes County Desch es County County Commissioner Position 2 County omnirissionerP(s1ti0.n 2, Phil Alan Henderson Unger Republican, Democrat STRA it Independent Occupation: President, Phil ' fi r Occupation:Deschutes County Henderson Homes and Remod- Commissioner eling,2011-2016. Occupational Background: Occupational Background � � Multnomah County Sheriff De- Attorney, private law practice � partment-Corrections Officer; m (Bend), 1989-2003; Business o � A Central Oregon Paint Supply Exectuive, Regional Construc- — Business Partner; A Unger tion Company: Director of Sales, Vice-President, President, Contracting — Business Owner; Central Oregon Partnership — (Deschutes County), 2003-2011;Owner, Energy Conservation Community Advocate Business Educational Background: Redmond Schools—Diploma;Uni- Educational Background: Hood River Valley High School, versity of Portland—BS(General Science) Valedictorian;Yale University,Political Science (Honors), B.A.; Prior Governmental Experience:Board of County Commission- University of Oregon,School of Law,J.D. ers—Chair;Mayor of Redmond;Central Oregon Area Commis- Prior Governmental Experience: City of Bend, Budget Com- sion on Transportation,COACT—Chair;ODOT Oregon Freight mittee, 1997-2002; Republican Precinct Committee Person, Advisory Committee,OFAC member;Central Oregon Intergov- 2012-2016 ernmental Council,COIC—Vice Chair;Deschutes Collaborative I am proud to have been nominated by the Republican Party Forest Project,DCFP—Steering Committee—Chair;Deschutes and Independent Party. I am not a professional politician. As a River Conservancy,DRC—Board;Upper Deschutes Watershed 27-year Deschutes County resident and fifth-generation Orego Council,UDWC—Board;Central Oregon Workforce Consortium, nian,with a successful career in homebuilding and law,I offer COWL—Chair; East Cascades Workforce Investment Board, common-sense solutions for many issues facing Deschutes ECWIB—Board;Central Oregon Childcare Initiative; Redmond County. Economic Development Inc. REDI—Board;Oregon Workforce Investment Board/OWIB • HOUSING and HOMELESSNESS Housing in Deschutes County has become unaffordable. It is my privilege to serve as your Deschutes County Commis- Homelessness is now a chronic reality in the county. sioner.During the past eight years I have represented your As an experienced homebuilder,Phil Henderson supports interests by focusing on bringing jobs to Deschutes County; policies that will make housing available. improving forest health through the Deschutes Collaborative Increased local control of land use decisions,reduced Forest Project;supporting water planning through Deschutes SDCs and better mental health services are crucial. Basin Working Group to provide water for agriculture and • ROADS growing cities while putting more water back into the river;ad- Deschutes County must keep our road standards high and dressing local transportation issues including expanding public the number of pot holes low. Voters feel betrayed by govern- transit;and other issues that affect our citizens. ment decisions. I have been a strong voice for Deschutes County,working with Henderson prioritizes road maintenance and committing leaders statewide to find solutions that will work here—solu- more money to asphalt,not administration. tions like improvements to all of our airports that connect us to • FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY the world and provide jobs,and forest management improve- During the eight years Henderson's opponent has been ments to protect vital water supplies. a Commissioner the County general fund has grown by 35% There is still much to be done,such as restructuring our state while the population has grown only 10%. workforce system to provide businesses with qualified workers Deschutes County officials cannot justify property taxes and offer a path for our children to better jobs right out of high increasing 3%every year while inflation and population growth school.I am asking for your support and vote to continue work- over the past decade have been significantly lower. ing for you as your Deschutes County Commissioner. Henderson will fight to not tax and spend more of our hard-earned money. Mayors in support of Commissioner Alan Unger: • LEADERSHIP •Jim Clinton—Mayor of Bend Deschutes County needs an open-minded leader who will •George Endicott—Mayor of Redmond listen to voters and act with their interests in mind. •Ken Mulenex—Mayor of LaPine Leaders in government are servants of the people. Acces- Frye—Former Mayor of Sisters sibility,transparency,and hearing the concerns of the citizens of Deschutes County are the ways that Phil Henderson will lead our county forward. I appreciate your vote and support! www.electphilhenderson.com . (This information furnished by Phil Henderson.) (This information furnished by Alan G Unger.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Offciat Deschutes County 2O14;General Election Voters'Pamphlet z 9-12 I Candidates D0 t Crtg v v `� t o u s Canty 5ker�liffier Eric L Shane Kozowski Nelson Nonpartisan Nonpartisan • • Occupation: Deputy Sheriff, Occupation:Deschutes County Deschutes County Sheriff's Sheriff z Office Occupational Background: Occupational Background: `,, Deschutes County Sheriff's Office; Deputy Sheriff, Deschutes � 1993-Present(Reserve,Deputy County;Deputy Sheriff,Wallowa `° Sheriff,Detective,Corporal,Ser- County;Reserve Deputy Sheriff, geant,Lieutenant,Captain) Wallowa County;Senior IP Engineer,NTT Communications;VP Educational Background:Oregon State University,B.S.1993 Engineering,Co-Founder,Structured Network Systems;Combat Engineer,U.S.Marine Corps Prior Governmental Experience: Redmond School Board; January 2014-June 2015 Educational Background:Advanced Police Officer Certificate, Oregon DPSST;Colorado State University;Clackamas Community Born and raised in Deschutes County,I am committed to the College;Clatsop Community College highest in customer service through public safety. I stand by my decisions as Sheriff and want you to know,as my actions Prior Governmental Experience: Deschutes County Sheriff's have shown,I will do the right thing,at the right time,for the Office;Wallowa County Sheriff's Office;U.S:Marine Corps right reasons. IT IS TIME TO REFORM THE DESCHUTES COUNTY I will continue to SHERIFF'S OFFICE! • Collaborate with community partners on Mental Health . As a native Oregonian,I bring 14 years of law enforcement,6 years of military,and 15 years of business experience to the table. and nfis Addiction incarceration ti protect divert the public and invest r alternatives to incarceration to divert people,when appro- I will protect and serve you by: priate,from the criminal justice system. •Ensuring effective and timely response to crime • Provide GED and inmate work programs to reduce recidi- •Instituting consistent oversight of operations,including vism and teach job skills. financial processes •Providing exemplary service to the community through • Visit www.electsheriffnelson.com innovative outreach programs "Shane has superior service to community and has excelled as •Insisting on secure and humane detention of inmates in our Sheriff. the county jail TRUST—I will earn your trust by: Beverly Clarno,Former Speaker of the House and •Defending the Constitutions of the United States/State State Senator of Oregon "Shane is consistent and unwavering in his leadership,keeping •Upholding the civil rights of all persons citizens of Deschutes County foremost in any course of action?' •Engaging in an open and candid two-way dialogue with A.J.Losoya,Bank Regional Manager the public •Insisting on a culture of honesty and integrity "Shane has the skills and experience to provide the quality pub- •Using tax money wisely lic safety services that Deschutes County needs and deserves. •Serving the community in a positive and transparent manner Ken Mulenex,City of La Pine Mayor VISION—My vision is to make the Sheriff's Office the best "The Sheriff's Office needs an experienced leader to take law enforcement agency in Oregon by: it where it needs to go for the people of Deschutes County. •Enacting reforms that will address the continuing problems Shane has the skills,knowledge,experience,and education to •Bringing fresh ideas and a diverse background to the accomplish the mission." Sheriff's Office through my military,law enforcement,and Retired Sheriff Les Stiles,Deschutes County private business experience •Incorporating the wise and secure use of technology "Shane's leadership style and ability are making positive LEADERSHIP—I will lead the agency by personal example changes in the Sheriff's Office" and will: Michael D.McIntosh,Superintendent Redmond •Hold employees accountable to embrace the highest School District goals and expectations "Shane Nelson is the epitome of strength,compassion,courage •Implement programs for efficiency and safety,including and a true servant leader. Shane will get the job done right!" developing a strategic plan to guide the agency •Hire the best and brightest people that represent the Connie Druiiner community we serve I am humbled and honored to serve as your Sheriff. I ask for JOIN ME IN BELIEVEING IN BETTER LAW ENFORCEMENT your vote November 8th. FOR DESCHUTES COUNTY! Shane ELECT ERIC KOZOWSKI SHERIFF (This information furnished by .) (This information furnished by the Committee to Elect L.Shane Nelson Sheriff.) 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 2016 General'Election Vbtei's'Pafnphlet 9-13 Candidates P Deschutes Soil and NaorZonservation District Deschutes,904 end Water Conserva District Director At Large Ofrattor At Large I Dorwin Robin (Doby) Fugate Vora ' , Nonpartisan -4 ` „` , Nonpartisan a e-z b ., Occupation:Retired Retired � Occupational Background: g '' Occupational Background: ¢V Sunriver Environmental, Tim I worked 39 years in natural 7`, resources for the U.S. Forest ben Management for P7 years, ,;`„ Southern Oregon Log Scaling ;', Service and U.S.Fish &Wild- -',.; �_ life Service in seven states as Bureau Chairman,Board Chair a forester, ecologist, wildlife of LaPine Community Clinic 9 Center, LaPine Rodeo Board of Directors, LaPine Christmas biologist,and manager. Basket Association Board of Directors and Chairman of the Board Educational Background: My education includes Masters of Access and Habitat with Oregon Department of Fish&Wildlife degrees in Wildlife Resources and Forest Resources from the Educational Background: GED from Umpqua Community University of Idaho,and a Bachelor's in Natural Resource Man- College agement/Forestry from the University of California at Berkeley. Prior Governmental Experience:None Prior Governmental Experience: I am running for re-election to the Deschutes Soil and Water Conservation District Board. I I have always had an interest in our environment and what we have lived in Deschutes County for 15 years and have been ac- leave for our next generation.But it is by the same token very tive serving on several City of Bend committees including urban important to make it viable and reasonable for the land owners growth boundary expansion, central area plan, transportation, to do what they need to do to sustain a living on the property and historic landmarks commission. I was on a Bend Parks where they live. & Metro Parks & Recreation citizen's committee. I served on If we are willing to listen and collaborate,I believe we can be the board of the Orchard District Neighborhood Association for successful in finding the right answers. • 10 years and participated in Let's Pull Together(noxious weed removal). I volunteer at the Tower Theatre and am involved with I have no problem making a sound decision on any practical the Deschutes Land Trust,East Cascades Audubon Society,and matter.I have always served my community in what I thought Habitat for Humanity. was beneficial to all concerned.I was awarded the community Over the past four years I led the development of a long-range service award from the chamber of commerce this March.I am plan for the District that would eventually include programs the Board chairman for the Deschutes and Klamath Access related to soil stewardship,water quality and more desir- and Habitat Unit for Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. able river flows,weed management,wildlife and fish habitat I enjoy working with kids to educate them about ethics and improvement,wildfire risk reduction,locally grown food and safety while providing them opportunities they may not have farm-to-market products,and development of renewable energy had otherwise.I also serve on the Christmas Basket Board and energy efficient resources. To-date,the District programs that provides a Christmas meal to 500 to700 families in the the have focused on water quality and reduction of water loss, Sunriver,La Pine and surrounding areas. some weed reduction,and some education. Generally,I am My motto is:Volunteering is the way you pay the rent to the in favor of projects that would increase winter flow in the upper Deschutes River or summer flow in the middle Deschutes Riv- community you live in. er,while recognizing local considerations. I would like to see District services with interested landowners expand in scope to include more on-the-ground projects in all of the program areas in the District's long-range plan. I request your vote to re-elect me. • • (This information furnished by Dorwin"Doby"Fugate) (This information furnished by Robin Vora.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Offjetat Oes lute County 21.6 General Election Voterssy Pamphlet ... . 9-14 I Candidates Deschutes Soil afld Water Cf servaitio�i3 i t'iict 2 6 f B"Ond m g s DirectorZone2 City Councii(, Position ,. . William John _ Ron (Rondo) ,N.,‘ ;, Kuhn ' ` Boozell Nonpartisan c rt Nonpartisan sr.„.--,.,...,:„...*„.,,,..44` :-Aw .,.,--,-&.-'20- 5,,,,,.-:,,,A, 4,,,,,,6.1-4 . Occupation: Independent In- " - Occupation: community vol- vestment Advisor 45 years unteer Occupational Background: Occupational Background: i -,. � , School Teacher sales "" Educational Background: ;;• Educational Background: Hiram College BA some college Prior Governmental Experience: DS&WCD Appointed 2008, Prior Governmental Experi- Elected 2008,Appointed 2012,Elected 2014 ence:US Navy veteran(E-4) While touring the West,and Oregon in particular,my wife and DOES GROWTH in Bend=PROSPERITY in Bend? I experienced the first oil embargo in the fall of 1973 in Coos If you are prospering in Bend.Good for you.If you are new to Bay.To get off the beaten path we drove over the mountains Bend.Welcome. to Bend.From storage to transport,via piping and pumps to Bend has been my home for twenty six years.This is my corn- irrigation I saw the importance of water as a resource to invest munity. in.Expanding on the slogan you can live without oil but not We have a four-year college now,yet still do not have adequate without water we began investing in both water and alternative city-wide transportation service.We have not yet decided how to energy stocks for my clients,Over time we added ecology and pay for the excellence in road maintenance we all expect.Many environmental stocks to clients'portfolios. businesses can no longer put out a help-wanted sign and expect When my wife Leigh was asked to join the Deschutes Soil& qualified applicants. Water Conservation District in 2003 she helped bring the op- Many long-time residents have been rent-hiked out of their homes, posing factions of the District together into a cohesive group. forcing them to move to other cities, or to be literally deposited When she was no longer able to deal with the duties of a Board onto our streets.Our attitudes blame the homeless and poor for member I took her position and worked with the old and new so much,while we continue the very strategies that create more members to bring the past loan/debt issues to a successful homeless and poor. conclusion. The costs of our rapid growth have been borne by those of us who Climate change is a fact.It is my opinion that human activ- can least afford it,while those who benefit continue the behavior ity has been a primary cause of global warming.We are fast that perpetuates our crisis. running out of time to deal with the negative situation we have This attitude is reflected in the creation of the downtown exclusion created. zone the last couple years that has had no clear positive effect to combat crime,but has drained police resource,only to criminalize The DS&WCD has recognized what we call the Four W's peaceful people who already face monumental daily challenges. water,weeds,wildfire,and wildlife—as our area of concern. My goal has been to emphasize the wildlife issue,using our We know what causes the unsustainable growth we are expe- statutory powers to do more to oversee development in wildlife riencing.We know who are the special interests who push the overlay zones. super-growth agenda.They show no intent to attend to the human costs of this growth,while they intend to spend more of our money Because my wife and I found that Deschutes County CDD and to expand their agenda. Legal Department has done a less than admirable job in pro- We must redefine tourism goals, refocus tourism funds, and tecting wildlife habitat we created our documentary film found reinstate Councilor oversite on the VisitBend board. at www.A-WayForward.com as a political statement for a land use appeal.It does a good job of showing our commitment to Affordable housing is important but is only a band aid. wildlife habitat. We must stop the advertising campaign that promotes,and at the same time,destroys the livability of Bend. SAVE TROY FIELD (This information furnished by William John Kuhn.) (This information furnished by Ron Boozell.) 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 2016 General Election-Voters'Pamphlet- 9-15 I Candidates 'City of liond ctt City Council;'Position 1 G4 , o Life on ::;;:1,!;;7' Justin Doug : Livingston ` Knight Nonpartisan Nonpartisan Occupation:Broker,Berkshire Occupation:Building Designer Hathaway - Northwest Real R .- &Engineer Estate; Partner, Genesis Con- Occupational Background: struction Group . a Licensed Professional Civil Occupational Background: '1 Engineer;Engineer of the Bend - .- Production Manager,Jet Porter ::. Pubic Library;Designer of three Inc. (Air Support Company); area BLPSD schools;Developer Professional Motocross Racer of downtown Bend's Deschutes Brewery Pub&St.Clair Place Educational Background: Chemeketa Community College - buildings General Studies;Salem Academy-High School Diploma Educational Background: Southern Methodist University, BS Prior Governmental Experience: Member, City of Bend Af in Civil Engineering, with graduate-level coursework, Minor in fordable Housing Committee; Member (former), Bend Street Business Administration Maintenance Funding Committee;Board Member(former) and Prior Governmental Experience:Deschutes County Landmarks Land Use Chair(former)Old Farm Neighborhood Association Commission;Central Oregon (Redmond)Airport Commission; Focused on Bend's Big Issues Bend Metropolitan Planning Organization; Bend City Council (elected 2012);Bend Planning Commission;Bend Urban Renewal Justin Livingston and his wife have chosen to raise their two Agency;Bend Budget Committee;Bend Audit Committee;Bend young children in Bend.As a father and a business owner, Contract Review Committee; Bend Traffic Safety Committee; Justin understands the big issues facing many others who love RWNA and OBNA Neighborhood Board of Directors Bend,but are struggling to make it here. Affordable Housing QUESTION: ARE WE LOVING BEND TO DEATH? One of the biggest problems facing working people and people Doug Knight's Ideas about Preserving Neighborhoods on a fixed income in Bend is the high cost of housing. Justin serves on the City of Bend's Affordable Housing Committee, Neighborhoods are the backbone of who we are as a where he's supported policies to make housing more affordable City and what we call community.Having an enforceable and available,and has directed funding to reduce the homeless noise ordinance that works for everyone,an ADU devel problem in Bend. opment code that encourages responsible assimilation of OSU Cascade students into our neighborhoods,and Opposed Spending$54,292 on Special Election vacation rental regulations that prevent further VRBO Too often,government solution to every problem is to raise saturation is critical. taxes or fees,putting people already struggling to afford to live Doug Knight's Ideas about Tourism in Bend in even more of a bind. While tourism is a vital part of Bend's economy,it should As a member of the city's Street Maintenance Funding Commit- not come at a cost to our community.As much as possible tee,Justin opposed the City Council's decision to pay$54,292 we should shift street maintenance away from the shoulders in taxpayer funds to hold a special election on the gas tax. That of local property tax payers and onto those tourists(19,000 tax was ultimately voted down by nearly a 2-1 margin. per summer day!)who visit Bend and use our roads. Justin pushed to allocate more existing city funds to fix streets, Doug Knight's Ideas about Climate Change • which resulted in a significant increase in funding for street re- pairs,without raising taxes or fees. As a City Councilor,Justin As a community connected to outdoor recreation,it is will continue to fight for efficient budgeting over shifting more important that we embrace environmental sustainability costs to taxpayers. Attaining meaningful targets for efficiency and reduced fossil fuel consumption is,in fact,economically feasible: Justin has the support of local leaders and groups,including: Finding efficiencies has always been good for business. Greg Walden,U.S.Representative for Oregon's Second District Doug Knight is... City Councilor Victor Chudowsky A proven leader who is committed to creating consensus.He City Councilor Casey Roats is not taking campaign contributions from special interests. Bend Chamber PAC Affordability? Vote for Justin Livingston for Bend City Council My campaign promise to you:Every decision I make for the next four years will consider this a priority. Doug Knight Experienced Leadership for Bend's Future www.dougknight2016.com Endorsements:-OLCV,Oregon League of Conservation Voters (This information furnished by Justin Livingston.) (This information furnished by Douglas Knight.) The above information,has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Officiat.Desehutss County 2016'"General.Electiop Voters`.Pan phtet. 9-16 I Candidates g§ City of Berg: �t �r�luric:l, f��iti+�t�2 -; c1t i i P itt4r 3' Bill Wade Patrick ry Moseley Fagen Nonpartisan � Nonpartisan i � Occupation: CEO, GL Solu- � � � - Occupation:Owner/• President • � - tions(Bend software company) ' < of FCO Inc./dba Fagen Trees . Occupational Background 43 ss and Chips Administrator, Oregon Depart- �r ° ,,, Occupational Background: 197f3-1984;Box Boy,Safeway; ment of Justice; Practicing At- torney i 1984 - 1986; Knot bumper, Scott Logging;1986-1988;As- Educational Background:City sistant logging manager, Fagen Inc.; 1988-Present;President versity of Kansas:Master's Degree,Public Administration City of FCO Inc.,Timber falling contractor;1988-Present;DJ Wade Management;Juris Doctorate;Bachelor's of Arts Fagen and Elvis Presley impersonations;1988-Present;Resi- Prior Governmental Experience:Oregon Department of Jus- dential landlord;1990-1997;Vending machine operations;1992 tice;Founder and(former)Chair,Bend Economic Development _Present;Snow removal operations;1996-Become International Advisory Committee Society of Arboriculture/Certified Arborist,and expand as urban Leadership in Business-Leadership on City Council tree service;1999-Mulch operations expansion;2005-2006; President of Bend Biodiesel Co-op Bill Moseley started a software company from scratch,which ? now employs more than 60 people in Bend. That takes strate- Educational Background: 1981 Graduate Bend Senior High gic leadership:the ability to focus on the big problems and fix School; Central Oregon Community College / attended two them,on time and on budget. years;International Society of Arboriculture/Certified Arborist; Accredited Assessor-Oregon Forestland-Urban Interface Fire The affordable housing crisis,potholed and crowded streets, Protection;Commercial driver's license;Licensed contractor with and an ongoing shortage of good-paying jobs desperately Oregon Construction Contractors Board require the focused attention of the City Council. Prior Governmental Experience:None And yet,the Council focuses instead on costly distractions, a I'm fourth eneration Bend native;I've always loved living like spending$54,292 in taxpayer funds on a gas tax special 9 election that was rejected by the voters nearly 2-1. The Council in Bend and I always will!I have a proven decades-long track goes out of its way to pick fights with local business groups,the record of owning and operating area businesses in low-margin, school district and others.These distractions drive us apart.' high-turnover industries;I've been successfully providing Bill will bring us together to solve our biggest challenges. living-wage jobs to Bend and innovative timber solutions to my customers since the 1980's.I also have connections and Bill will bring focused leadership to the City Council. friendships from a lifetime in this town,and I promise I can fix No Backroom Deals our stagnant city government.It's time to return business sense Bill believes the best decisions in government happen with and smart budgeting to the City Council-exactly how I operate collaboration,listening to many voices before making a deci- my own companies! sion. Government should be accountable. Cooking up policies I care about Bend's quality of life too,and I remember the behind closed doors with special interest groups has no place small town we grew up in.Bend can return to its roots and still in our city government. provide good jobs and good homes for its growing population. Count on Bill's leadership to provide streets,jobs and hous- We can bring the vibrancy and community of the west side,to ing while involving as many people as possible in the process. the rest of the city.I've been balancing the needs of the envi- Bend deserves effective government. ronment and the needs of industry for my entire life,and I will provide that same sense of balance to the City Council. Many local leaders and groups support Bill,including: Greg Walden,U.S.Representative for Oregon's Second District City Councilor Victor Chudowsky • City Councilor Casey Roats Former Bend City Councilor Scott Ramsay Bend Chamber PAC Scott Allan General Manager,Hydro Flask Meg Chun:CEO,KIALOA Brian Shawver President/CEO Security Pros,Inc. Wesley B.Price III Jim Schell Vote for Bill Moseley to Keep Bend's Government Focused on Fixing our Problems (This information furnished by Bill Moseley) (This information furnished by Wade P Fagen.) 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 2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 9-17 I Candidates City of Bend City of Bend City Council; Position 3 City Cour l•l, Position 4, Sally Bruce Russell Abernethy Nonpartisan- Nonpartisan Occupation:Self-employed ; - Occupation: Grantwriter - Occupational Background: Bend-La Pine School District Executive Director, Cascade (2004-present) Festival of Music; Director of Occupational Background: err x.• Marketing & Administrative x.v� Community Advocate -Central Assistant to the President,Bro- Oregon Partnership(2002-2004; ken Top Limited Partnership; • Program Planner - Central Or- Executive Director, Cascade Cycling Classic;Project Manager, egon Intergovernmental Council(1999-2001);Program Develop- Pennbrook Development Co. ment Planner-Commission on Children and Families(1995-1998); Educational Background:MBA,Portland State University;BA, Director-Bend Area Habitat for Humanity(1994-1995) Smith College . Educational Background:Harvard University,John F.Kennedy Prior Governmental Experience:Bend City Council(2012-now); School of Government, Master in Public Policy(1989);Swarth- Bend Planning Commission (Chair 1999 & 2000); Deschutes more College,BA in Economics/Political Science(1985) County Bike&Pedestrian Committee Prior Governmental Experience: COCC Board of Directors Volunteer Positions: (2011-present);Bend City Council(2000-2008);Bend Park and Current:Deschutes Collaborative Forest Project;Travel Oregon Recreation Board of Directors(1995-1998);Bend-La Pine School -Outdoor Recreation(Means Business)Leadership Team;Cen- of Directors(1997-1998) tral Oregon Intergovernmental Council;Deschutes Basin Study Bend is a very special place to live and I've been fortunate Work Group to call it home for nearly 23 years. It faces many challenges Previous:Cascade Festival of Music,Tower Theatre Foundation, (and opportunities)that will require thoughtful deliberation, Galveston Revitalization Committee,Central Oregon Trail Alliance creative partnerships,and effective leadership to make some hard(and some aspirational)choices. From building more History:I am a fifth generation Oregonian who has lived in Bend affordable housing to maintaining neighborhood livability,from for more than 30 years. My two daughters and I have enjoyed ensuring public safety and health to maximizing the benefits of quality schools, an unimaginable range of outdoor activities, our 4-year university and community college,from creating a enriching civic and cultural events and much more. robust business environment to helping bridge the east-west Community service is fundamental to my life's work.I dedi- divide(both real and perceived),and of course sustaining our cate every day to keeping Bend's"soul"intact.Bend is a trea- commitment to a clean environment,these are all things that sure.Together we need to address our City's growing pains are important to Bend's future—and they are all issues that are and make positive change happen. My top priorities are: important to me. • Keep our City a great place to work,play, learn and enjoy Over the years,I have been involved in many organizations and the great outdoors. issues that seek to make Bend a better,more inclusive commu- • Find a permanent solution to fund and maintain roads. pity. I have experience of both serving on the City Council and • Address Bend's affordable housing problem,especially for helping the community navigate during times of rapid growth. those who want to live in the community where they work. My approach has always been to listen and to learn,and to • Prioritize City projects to keep rates and taxes as low as recognize there are tradeoffs in virtually every policy decision. I possible. am running to represent the middle ground here in Bend that is • Solve transportation and parking issues. not adequately being represented by the voices of the far right • Create a balance between tourists and residents. and the far left. • Ensure that infrastructure needs are being met. Bend needs strong leadership,grounded in fiscal responsibil- ity and long-term thinking.You need Sally on the Bend City Council to make sure this happens. Vote Sally Russell for Bend City Council. www.sallvforbend.com (This information furnished by Sally Russell.) (This information furnished by Bruce Abernethy) IThe above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Oftlaai Des utes County 201+ General EIeotior Voters Pamphlet 9-18 I Candidates City t La Pine d 3 x ditty C until , tt ` . .. Kathy Connie Bri Agan ese � Y �Z Nonpartisan Nonpartisan. Non P Occupation: President COBE, Occupation: Retired, Inc. dba Premier Builders Ex- - Occupational Background: • change 2005 Present 27,430 Federal Government,Teacher, Occu ational Background: Mental Health Councilor, Psy- • €,;; P g chiatic Crisis-Marion County Builders Exchange 2000-Pres- ent;Cargile Construction Group Educational Background: 1994-2000 Nederland High School,Neder- land,Colorado.Graduated-Required Studies;Metropolitan State Educational Background: Spokane Community College AAS College, Denver, Colorado. BA: Education/Reading Specialist; Degree(2) George Fox University, Mc Minnville, Oregon. MA: Counseling Prior Governmental Experience: City of La Pine Budget Com- Psychology mittee 2 years Prior Governmental Experience:Appointed:City Councilor,April Born&raised in the Pacific Northwest;I have lived in South 11,2012;Elected: City Councilor January 1,2013 County for more than 17 years and have owned a small busi- ness in Bend for almost 12 years.I'm currently a Youth Group Leader at Crescent Creek Community Church. PRESERVE LA PINE'S SMALL TOWN FEEL La Pine is my City,it's full of my friends and neighbors;I care about what happens in the City.I care about the future of the City and want to commit my time to make certain it stays a place where I want to live;yet grows and matures to become better.I want to be a part of helping La Pine retain the small • town feel and yet attract new business, residents and visitors. INSPIRE YOUTH PARTICIPATION IN THE COMMUNITY As a youth leader,I want to show them by example that we need to volunteer in order to help make our community the place we want it to be,to stand up and have a voice. REPRESENT THE VALUES OF LA PINE'S CITIZENS • I expect the City of La Pine to listen to the people,the needs expressed and the value placed on those needs.I expect pro- fessionalism,honesty,integrity and commitment to the people of our City.I have been regularly attending the City Council Meetings in order to learn and increase my knowledge of what is happening NOW in La Pine and have served on the Budget Committee for the last 2 years. I believe I have the energy,enthusiasm,integrity and desire to serve the City of La Pine in the capacity of a City Councilor and greatly appreciate your support and your vote. VOTE MRS.CONNIE BRIESE FOR LA PINE CITY COUNCIL (This information furnished by Kathy Agan.) (This information furnished by Mrs.Connie Briese.) 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 2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet• 9-19 I Candidates City!of La Pine Cit of Redmond Y'; � a City Council Mayor V Donald R K� George Greiner : s ,, Endicott k Nonpartisan - Nonpartisan• R '-k Occupation: Retired a , Occupation:Mayor Occupational Background:iI ::F Occupational Background: Chief Deputy Supreme Sec SAIL,Systems Engineer;DoD, retary (Moose International,-: Systems Integrator and Com- Mooseheart, IL 60539); Chief puter Scientist;NATO,Computer responsibilities — Supervising Scientist;Army,Computer Spe- office staff cialist;DoL,Program Analyst Educational Background:Bailey Hill Grade School(Graduated); Educational Background: OSU, B.S. Economics; Post gradu- Woodrow Wilson Junior High School(Graduated);Eugene High ate-Certificates in Manpower Management;Land Use Planning; School(Graduated);University of Oregon(1 term)Lower Division Program Management classes.(No Degree);Eugene Technical Vocational School(Now Prior Governmental Experience: Mayor (2009 to present); Lane Community College) (No Degree); All of above schools Redmond City Councilor;Redmond Urban Area Planning Corn- are in Eugene,Oregon;Cascade College(One year—Required missioner; Prince William County Planning Commissioner and • Courses)In Portland,Oregon(No Degree) Chair Prior Governmental Experience: Councilor, City of La Pine, My desire for re-election as mayor is driven by my affection Oregon; COIC (Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council) La for Redmond. I am a fifth generation Central Oregonian. I re- Pine's Representative;Small Cities Network—Representing La turned home after a career with Department of Defense. I have Pine;La Pine Planning Commission(Now serving Second Term) two grown daughters with children of their own.. MY EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Being a native,I want Redmond to prosper and stay the Served as La Pine City Councilor wonderful community it now is. To achieve this,we need elected Now serving my second term on the Planning Commission officials who have broad experience and the time to devote to City As your Councilor, I promise that to the best of my ability, I will issues. As your current Mayor,and former City Councilor and work to: Planning Commissioner,I have an in-depth understanding of the issues we face and appreciate the complex solutions we develop. 1. Address concerns of La Pine's Neighborhoods and work for solutions. We have made great strides in enhancing Redmond. Cen- tennial Park,Hope Playground,the Flag Monument,and other 2. Implement stronger Code enforcement procedures. upgrades have led to making our community a desirable place 3. Keep Water ans Sewer costs as low as possible with the to live. addition of the Cagle Subdivision. • It is important that the Mayor and Council closely monitor .4. Plan efficiently for the future of La Pine,both for our resi- our spending and maximize our use of taxpayer dollars. I feel dence and business. we have done a very good job of that. I want the opportunity to 5. Insist that that the Budget accounts for every dollar in continue our progress. income and it is spent efficiently. 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. Others have confidence in me as well. My endorsements include City Councilors: Tory Allman Angela Boothroyd Joe Centanni Camden King Jay Patrick This is an exciting time to live in Redmond. I want to con- tinue my role. g 1 I! (This information furnished by Donald R Greiner ic ( y Greiner) (This information furnished by George Endicott.) le The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. IOfficial Deschutes County 2016 Genetat Election Voters`Pamphlet 9-20 I Candidates ■ " ©f Redmond ltty i e � �� a.: Joseph W Y Anne ham Centanni Graham Nonpartisan Nonpartisan • 3. Occupation: Certified Public " Occupation: Currently ▪ ' a -4 Accountant Owner of Joseph W. g Redmond City Councilor ° Centanni CPA,PC in Redmond � �` Occupational Background: Occupational Background: m Retired from 35 years of en- CPA/Owner at Integrity First gineerfnt and senior manage- Financial Services in Redmond; mentin the solar and semicon 2004-2011;Tax Preparation with ductor industries. Fladwood, Morton& Knobel, LLP;Tax Preparation with Robert Educational Background:University of California,Santa Cruz; R. Naugler, CPA;Technical Writer/Web Developer at Micron B.A.Math;Dale Carnegie and numerous management trainings Technology,Inc Prior Governmental Experience: Redmond Planning Com- Educational Background: Boise State University, Accounting mission(chair);Budget Committee;Downtown Urban Renewal coursework towards attaining CPA licensing;Willamette University, Committee;various task forces;and many liaisons(school board; Bachelor of Science degree in Biology with a Math/Computer Neighbor Impact;Art in Public Places and more).I also get to load Science minor candy into the city's 10,000 Easter eggs each year.. Prior Governmental Experience: Redmond City Councilor— My husband and I both grew up with small town Oregon values 2007 to 2010 and August 2012 to present; Redmond Budget in Medford in the'50's and'60s which prepared us well to love Committee Member—2007 to Present Redmond. We know we will enjoy the rest of our lives in this I am re running for Redmond City Council because as a down special place. down- town business owner and father of two children,the future of I have devoted my time,energy,knowledge,and experience to Redmond is extremely important to me. moving the City of Redmond's projects and concerns forward Our.community must all work together towards intelligently in positive ways. I also have engaged heavily volunteering in managing the growth ll our city,even when growth is slow. We the broader community:Kiwanis(board);Redmond Economic will do this by: Development(board);SMART book reading program(I got smarter too!);RVHS ASPIRE mentor;'Garbage lady'at Bucka- • Welcoming new businesses and new jobs to the area roo Breakfast;Life Member VFW Post 4108;Fiag day volunteer; • Keeping housing affordable for people getting those jobs Hope playground construction volunteer and much more. All • Improving and maintaining the roads and infrastructure this has given me a solid grounding in our City,our community • Providing the best educational opportunities and confirmed our shared values. My previous experience on the Redmond City Council has Redmond is well managed and I have no hidden agendas. I will given me the background necessary to make informed deci- continue the momentum and good path our Mayors,Councilors, sions about the complex workings of our great city. staff and citizens have set us upon. My work experience in site I have served as an Ambassador for,and Board member of, selection for manufacturing firms prepares me well to add to the Redmond Chamber of Commerce,and been involved with our"Open for Business"reputation and enable more good jobs the Redmond Downtown associations. This has kept me con- especially in`new century job'areas. I will work to preserve our netted to the concerns of Redmond's business people. sense of community,balanced housing choices for our families My current positions on the Board of Directors of REDI and seniors,and retaining our`great'and'livable'neighbor- (Redmond positions n thelop and of f Directors and Eof R(Economic hoods. I will work hard as Mayor and I will appreciate your vote. Development for Central Oregon),has strengthened my belief in the importance of continually working towards bringing new businesses to all of Central Oregon. Now is the time to be proactive in our city and not wait to fix problems later. My family and I love this city and I would be honored to continue to represent you. Vote for Joe Centanni (This information furnished by Anne M Graham.) (This information furnished by Joseph W Centeno() 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.2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet' 9-21 I Candidates Cy aof Redmond _ . City of$edtond City.Council ' Qity CQUncai. Camden - - - ' .s.' Virginia (Ginny) w King McPherson Nonpartisan j Nonpartisan E � Occupation:Universal Associ- s Occupation: Redmond Pro- - '°' ate; Umpqua Bank; 12/2015 ficiency Academy - Middle -present School Instructional Staff Ntilthrt Occupational Background: " Occupational Background: =';i Owner; Bluespeed Executive City of Redmond-Community Search,Inc.;2/2001 -11/2015 . A Development Department(July Educational Background:Wil 2015 to June 2016);Co Pastor -City Center Church-Redmond(1997-2015);Teacher/adminis lamette University;BS Business Economics;1990;Bend Senior High School;Graduate(Valedictorian);1986 trator-New Life Christian School-Durango,CO Prior Governmental Experience:Redmond City Council;2009- Educational Background:St.Francis de Sales High School- present;League of Oregon Cities;Board of Directors(Memeber); Utica, New York (graduated 1969); Mohawk Valley Community 2015 present;Redmond Urban Area Planning Commissioner; College-Utica,New York-various classes(business);Life Bible 2006 2008 College-Los Angeles,CA-various classes(ministerial);Ordained- ICFG-Los Angeles,CA(1994) I am a fourth generation Redmondite seeking a third term as Prior Governmental Experience:Redmond City Council-(Jan • one of your Redmond City Councilors. Prior to being elected 2013-July 2015);City of Redmond-Budget Committee(5 years); to Council,I served on the Urban Area Planning Commission. Downtown Urban Renewal Advisory Committee(1 year) These experiences,along with my membership on the League of Oregon Cities Board of Directors,involvement in I have made the decision to run again for the Redmond City the Redmond Chamber of Coimmerce Board of Directors and Council because I believe that we are in a pivotal stage in the participation in the Board of Directors for Redmond Economic future of our great city. During the 19 years that I have lived in Development(REDI),has afforded me direct insight on how to Redmond,I have seen tremendous changes and growth.I have help foster economic devolpement,support our business envi- also seen many challenges,due to the shift in our economy. ronment and our downtown's evolution in Redmond. Now that we are recovering from the great recession,I feel that we are still in need of jobs with a living wage,jobs that can It is a privilege and honor to represent and serve the people of support a family. We need to continue to focus on pursuing Redmond. I am fortunate to offer a historic perspective of our businesses to move and develop here.Our housing shortage . community,the required energy to help guide it and a current is a concern and affordable housing is in crisis.We need to working knowledge of how to positively affect our City's devel- make sure that people are able to afford to live and remain in opmnent and evolution. I enjoy working collaboratively with fel- Redmond.I would also like to see a continued emphasis on low Councilors as well as City Staff to make Remdnod a"First quality education at all levels including college.Education is the Choice"place to live. Together,we will help ensure that all of key to the future.After many years here in Redmond,I know our citizens(including the fifth generation of the King Family in that it is a special place. A place to start your life,raise a family Redmond)feel a strong and positive sense of place,live in a a and retire,a place to feel safe and secure. I want to continue community we can all be proud of and that we all have every to involve myself in the lives of the people and the community opportunity a city like Redmond can provide! in which I live. I am willing to dig in to see new growth in lives, businesses and our future. I ask for your vote. • (This information furnished by Camden King.) (This information furnished by Virginia McPherson.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Offt tel Deschutes t our y 2d 1.5,General Ejectlofl VVt*Pamplllei ' 9-22 i Candidates City Go c I ' _ Andrea L Richard Blum .a fi Esterman I Nonpartisan Nonpartisan p s e 1s3 Occupation:Sisters City Coun- . ; Occupation:Event Coordinator, cilor;October 2015 to present °' Photographer,Marketing,Bend/ t Occupational Background: .� Sisters Garden RV Resort Recording Secretary, �, s r„ Occupational Background:•Deschutes County Board of Z: �`N.. 1 Retail Commissioners;Staff for the Educational Background: Deschutes County Sheriff's Royal High School(12) Permanent Funding Advisory Committee;Office Manager, Prior Governmental Experience:N/A , Oregon Public Employees Union,Salem OR Educational Background:Silverton Union High School gradu- I was born in Santa Monica and raised in Simi Valley,California. ate;University of Oregon,Freshman I'm the oldest of two brothers.My parents had a loving environ- ment,but were very strict.I am grateful my parents taught me Prior Governmental Experience:Board of Directors of the the qualities of honesty and hard-working. League of Women Voters of Deschutes County for over 20 years; Deschutes County Home Rule Charter Advisory Committee In 1989,I moved to Sisters to raise my children in this peaceful community.Today they are married and two of my children have As Sisters'residents,we are blessed to live in a wonderful their own families.Now,I get to enjoy my four grandchildren. small town full of great parks;a beautiful,vibrant downtown; When I first came to Sisters,I started a new business,The well maintained infrastructure;and numerous communitywide Pony Express,and sold it after 4 years.I am glad to see e events that bind us all together. However,as a current City Ponynue to service the Sit after community and glad I continued seit Councilor,a I've heard from the community about a few important with my photography business and then went on to develop my issues that need to be addressed: • event business,Central Oregon Shows,in Sisters since 2001 Affordable Housing: We cannot maintain a healthy business through today. community or encourage families to move here and help fill our schools without adequate affordable housing. I will continue to Through the years of raising my family and building business in work with affordable housing providers to find innovative ways Sisters,I got to know and care for this community,I call home. to bring needed housing to Sisters. I learned to give back to the Sisters community whenever I could.I helped start a group called"Parents for Equal Rights." Highway Congestion: Summertime highway congestion I volunteered to help Mothers and Fathers that were in child through Sisters is a fact of life. The roundabout at the west end custody situations.Through my events,I raise funds and aware- of Sisters that's being built next spring will help improve traffic ness to benefit organizations;Make-A-Wish Foundation,Sisters flow and safety. The City is also working on an updated Trans- High School Visual Arts and Veterans. portation Plan which will include options for improved traffic !have lived and grown with the Sister's community for the past flows and safety on the east entrance of Sisters. As a member of this committee,I will work to keep this a priority. 27 years. Livability: Many residents of"Sisters Country"have moved I witnessed it's success and experienced it's strength.I under- here for the lifestyle it offers. So how do we maintain that life- stand it's weakness and felt it's frustration.I share the hope of style while still encouraging a healthy business environment? Sisters and I also dreamed the dreams of our Sisters community. With my willing heart,I am here to give all that I can,for the The only way to meet these challenges is to continue working advancement of Sisters. together as a community to find the right balance for Sisters. I pledge to work with the community to find that balance if I want to serve as a council person in the City of Sisters.Please elected to the Sisters City Council vote for me in this upcoming City Election on November 2016. Thank you (This information furnished by Andrea L Blum.) (This information furnished by Richard Esterman.) 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 2016 General Election Voters'Pamphlet 9-23 1 Candidates City cif Sisters t City Council Chuck Ryan 1 Nonpartisan x 1 Occupation:Independent Man- . '' :;;E••••7wi• ', agement/Financial Consultant gy m, v . . (Part Time) , „- ... : Occupational Background: , Chief Financial Officer:Omega Morgan,Inc.;Chief Financial Officer;Erickson,Inc.;Chief Financial Officer;Latham International;Chief Financial Officer; SSG,Inc.;VP Finance for General Electric Educational Background:B.S.Accounting;Quinnipiac University;Master(MBA)in Finance;University of New Haven; Licensed CPA;Adjunct Professor;University of New Haven Prior Governmental Experience:Chairman City of Sisters Budget Committee;2015 and 2016;Member EDCO Commit- • tee City of Sisters Forgivable Loan Program;Board of Directors member City of Sisters SOAR Foundation;2016(current) • My wife,Lidia and I relocated to Sisters in 2013 as our per- manent home.We are avid outdoor enthusiasts and can't get enough of what this area has to offer. I have been a business executive for over 30 years providing • • financial and management leadership to Fortune 50 companies • and also to smaller entrepreneurial companies.My proudest career moment was taking an Oregon Company public in 2012, the first in the last 8 years.My strengths are leadership;team building;strategic planning;financial analysis/decision making; and overall process improvement. I want to expand my current involvement in Sisters and bring these skill sets as a City councilor.A councilor is very similar to a Company Board of Directors member and I have been on and served many Boards in my career.I know how to build an effective strategy and to put in place plans and processes to successfully execute on that strategy. Most importantly,I have the time,desire,and energy to • dedicate to this role which I think is an essential aspect of this position.What I will guarantee to the Sisters electorate is that will be well prepared for every meeting/task/issue at hand and will do my best to provide my insights and analysis based on past experience in a positive and respectful manner.I will pro- mote team building and aggressive communication on all major aspects of City business. • 1 i 1 f i (This information furnished by Chuck Ryan.) f The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Official Deschutes'County 2016 General Election,VpterS'Pamph10t 9-24 I Candidates