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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-05-17 - Voters Pamphlet - CountyDear Deschutes County Voter: This is your May 17, 2022 Primary Election Voters' Pamphlet provided by your Deschutes County Clerk's office. It contains information about candidates and measures from local jurisdictions within the boundaries of Deschutes County. This pamphlet contains the ballot measures and explanatory statements designed to provide impartial information. It also contains paid arguments for or against certain measures. Candidates may also pay to place a statement in the pamphlet. Ballots will be mailed on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, to each registered voter. Here are a few things you should know: + Mail your voted ballot in your postage -paid return envelope or drop it off at an official drop site location by 8:00 pm, Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Remember to sign your ballot envelope. + Drop sites open Friday, April 29. Check the Drop Site Location page in the pamphlet for more details. + Candidate names on your ballot will appear in random alphabetical order. In accordance with ORS 254.155, random ordering of the letters is conducted prior to an 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 wwwjeschujgacountv.caov/elections. After 8:00 pm on Election Night, preliminary election results will be posted online at w\mtvjeschutgscountLr.,c�ov/lectionesults. + 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. * The signature on each voter's ballot 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. + New this year, Postmarks Count! Ballots that are mailed, postmarked by the United States Postal Service (USPS) by 8 pm Election Day and received by the Clerk's office by May 24, will be accepted. + Also new this year, the optional secrecy sleeve is no longer included with your ballot packet be- cause the ballot return envelope has been enhanced with a printed security weave on the inside that protects the privacy of your ballot. Your privacy and the secrecy of your vote has always been and will continue to be protected throughout the ballot counting process. This decision has been formally approved by the Oregon Secretary of State's Office and will save money and staff time. Official Deschutes County 2022 Pdmary Election Voters' Pamphlet 9-2 Clerk's Letter 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. Election Information Page Clerk's Letter.............................................................................................................................................................. 9-2 VotingInformation.......................................................................................................................................................9-4 HowTo Cast Your Vote............................................................................................................................................... 9-5 DropSites................................................................................................................................................................... 9-6 Directions to Bend's Newest Ballot Drop Sites........................................................................................................... 9-7 RedistrictingInformation...........................................................................................................................................9-22 How Your Ballot is Processed................................................................................................................................... 9-23 Page 9-144.......................................................................................................................................................................... 9-8 9-145........................................................................................................................................................................ 9-12 9-146........................................................................................................................................................................ 9-14 Page Adair, Patti................................................................................................................................................................ 9-20 DeBone, Tony........................................................................................................................................................... 9-18 Langton, Scot........................................................................................................................................................... 9-21 Schmidt, Morgan...................................................................................................................................................... 9-20 Stuart, Scott.............................................................................................................................................................. 9-18 Tatom, Oliver............................................................................................................................................................ 9-19 eGR=IL41d11r,=* Tuesday, April 26, 2022. Closed Primary System: For the May 17, 2022 Primary Election, the Democratic and voters not affiliated with their parties, Only voters re istered with the Democratic or Republican parties may vote for those parties' candidates for partisan offices. All other voters will receive a nonpartisan ballot. To change your party affiliation, please update your voter registration by Tuesday, April 26, 2022. 1. A resident of Oregon. 2. A United States citizen. 3. At least 18 years old by election day. Tou must update your registration if: 1. Your residence or mailing address changes. 2. Your name changes. 3. You wish to change your party affiliation. eligible to vote. Call the Deschutes County Elections Office at (541) 388-6547 for further information. If you need assistance with voting or casting your ballot, call the Deschutes County Elections Office at (541) 388-6547. We will provide two staff to assist you in other trusted person, who are not affiliated with your em- ployer or union, to assist you. An audio edition of the Voters' Pamphlet is available. To order, please contact Independent Living Resources at Bend, Oregon and Wting Voting Instructions Your Ballot Packet will contain the following items: Printed ballot Postage -paid return envelope to be signed Insert regarding the following: Deschutes County Elections no longer uses the optional blue paper secrecy sleeve. The ballot return envelope has a printed security weave on the inside that protects your privacy and the secrecy of your vote. Examine your official ballot and vote it: Examine your official ballot and locate the candidate or Mgmm felt tip pen. Review your ballot: Ensure you correctly marked your choice for each contest. Your official ballot may contain contests printed onboth sides o(your ballot. Prepare toreturn your ballot: Place your ballot in the postage -paid return envelope. Election staff will ensure the secrecy nfyour ballot. Read the voter's statement onthe return envelope and sign in the signature box. Signing your ballot return envelope: Your ballot will not be counted if the return envelope is not signed. Every signature is checked against the registra- tion signature unfile and the signature must match for the ballot to be counted. Return your ballot: ~ By mail: Return your ballot inyour signed and sealed Uo|k* return envelope. Astamp is not required. Mail your voted ballot nulater than Tuesday, May lT.2Q22. ~ A4any official drop site: Deliver the signed and aao|oU ballot sgum envelope to on official drop site nulater than D:OQ pm on Election Day. Postage is not required. Remember, review both sides of your ballot. Some Deschutes County Elections � To vote, completely fill in the oval next to your choice with a pen (black or blue ink) Dnnot use efelt tip pen. To vote for a person not on the ballot, fill in the oval next to the "write-in" line, then neatly write the name of the person on the line provided. Do not write a candidate's name that already appears on the ballot. Candidate Name 0 Candidate Name 0 Candidate Name • If you vote for more options than are allowed, your vote will not count for that contest. • If you make a mistake on your ballot, you may make your changes on C) Candidate 1. the ballot. Draw a line through the entire candidate name or measure response. You then have the option of making another choice. 40 Gem" • Contact Deschutes County Elections Office at (541) 388-6547 to request 40 Candidate 3 a replacement ballot if: --you make mistake that you cannot correct - -yourUaUotis damaged orspoiled — your ballot is lost Insert only your voted ballot (not another person's ballot) inside your ballot return envelope. (If we receive an envelope with more than one ballot inside, all enclosed ballots will be rejected and not counted). = You must sign your ballot return envelope or your vote will not count. � The signature on each voter's ballot return envelope is verified against the voter's signature onfile. The signatures must match before a ballot can be counted. If your signature has changed, please update your By mail: Return your ballot in your signed and sealed ballot return envelope. Postage is not required. Mail your voted ballot no later than Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Ballots that are mailed, postmarked by the United States Postal Service (USPS) by 8 pm Election Day and received by the Clerk's office by May 24, will be accepted. At any official drop site: Deliver the signed and sealed ballot return envelope to an official drop site no later than 8:00 pm on Election Day. Postage is not required. Deschutes County May 17, 2022 Primary Election Official Ballot Drop Site Locations All Drop Sites Open Friday, April 29, 2022 All Drop Sites Close Election Day, Tuesday May 17, 2022 at 8 pm Find a Drop Site near you: - Change of Location - Deschutes Services Center 1300 NW Wall St, Bend (Drive -through, Exterior Drop Box located on west side of building - map on next page) Deschutes County Road Department 61150 SE 271h St, Bend Old Mill 459 SW Bluff Dr, Bend (Box located on the knoll above Old Mill District in parking lot south of Hilton Garden Inn hotel) Bradbury Park & Ride 1000 SW Bradbury Way, Bend (Box located across from the Park & Rec Pavilion off of Simpson & Columbia) Pine Nursery Park 3750 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend Open usual park business hours (East end of parking lot - map on next page) La Pine La Pine Public Library 16425 1st St, La Pine (1st St & Huntington Rd) = = Redmond Public Library 827 SW Deschutes Ave, Redmond (Located on west side of Library) Sisters Sisters City Hall 520 E Cascade Ave, Sisters (Located in front of City Hall) Sunriver Sunriver Public Library 56855 Venture Ln, Sunriver (Sunriver Business Park) Don't Delay, Vote Today! Mail your voted ballot in your postage -paid return envelope or drop it off at an official drop site location by 8:00 pm, Tuesday, May 17, 2022. Remember to sign your ballot envelope. Ballots that are mailed, postmarked by the United States Postal Service (USPS) by 8 pm Election Day and received by the Clerk's office by May 24, will be accepted. County Clerk's Office,1300 NW Wall St, Suite 202, Bend - Privacy Booths Provided Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm - Election Day, 7 am to 8 pm Watch for signs and banners to direct you to these drop sites. Deschutes Services Center Pine Nursery Park 1300 NW Wall St, Bend 3750 NE Purcell Blvd, Bend Drive -through box is now located on the west side Drive -through box is located at the east end of of Deschutes Services Building (DSB). parking lot. Open usual park business hours. Former box is now closed. .... Reminders.... Your Ballot Packet Your ballot packet will contain the following items: • Printed ballot • Postage -paid return envelope • Insert regarding the following: o Deschutes County Elections no longer uses the optional blue paper secrecy sleeve. The ballot return envelope has a printed security weave on the inside that protects your privacy and the secrecy of your vote. Signing Your Ballot Return Envelope Remember to sign your ballot return envelope. The signature on each voter's ballot return envelope is verified against the voter's signature on file. The signature must match before a ballot can be counted. If your signature has changed, please update your voter registration. Returning Your Ballot No stamp required. Mail by Election Day, Tuesday, May 17, 2022. •-7 1 Directions to Bend's Newest Ballot Drop Sites department in a com ined Public Safety Building. Shared space will increase efficiencies and a large training room will be avail- able as a community room when not in use. This investment will m*4erAiZe Ae f2CilitieS 2n;O. !,rift tXeA[. U$ t* esseAtiql builCA� standards. The remodeled building will serve the community for the next 30-50 years. Thecostofthe roject is estimated to be W8 million. The Sunriver r to transfer the building '• the District for a nominal fee. The District will contribute $3 million from reserves and Deschutes County W", ", WOWWW"V Omi from the unallocated I ransient Room I ax tund. I he remaining �i I INUM (This information furnished by Patti Adair, BOCC, Chair.) Explanatory Statement M I �w I IMIa III II ILOIIBO I ru ns I ]m I IN WIRWill I I 1 4 1 vacation homes and visiting tourists. The police and fire depart- ments ensure safety through quick response and professional staff- In addition to daOlv resoonse to calls for service ments are diligent in emergency preparedness. Wildfire risk is The police and fire facilities are inadequate and do not meet n I If 1 puiluu upaluilum IS 110005 vu III all OMM Spa of employees and the public. Some • are: 1. Lack of ims WIN I I W. W.R. Pm.0. !0101 IM1,41011 0011110 - i NO limits intruder access to the police department; 7. No covered operation in an emergency. MEN n Lzl-t MT-MI-POIN E RX M =1 =1 � I Iwo 11111 NOUN 116.1 M-10164111 W-1111101101 - - - - security and no interview space to name a few. The proposed building will address many critical deficiencies and serve the community for ye a rs to come. The need is now and the ability 111KRIU, g I I g4k I u IV Lalmy 0 [11 gr,&j I I I L'7d I I qpiiiiiiiiiiiiiii Farx-l"WIT113—um (This information furnished by Debbie Baker, Former SSD Board Chair & Administrator.) "' is a 11111111-pi-11111 -# volunteers who work with he Sunriver Service District to sup- port the community of Sunriver. Most of us are residents and taxpayers in the bounds of the District. The Citizen Patrol as a body supports the proposed Public Safety Building, and we encourage all eligible residents to vote YES • the measure. 11JAU 6' Q "l, see how they work in the community. We recognize the ded tion of the teams, and also how they view the community. These police officers and firefighters are truly members of the commu- nity, and we believe that Sunriver should treat them as such. The existing facilities have •.. in place for nearly 25 years, 1 -0 WO WW W-1 for the benefit of District personnel, Sunriver, and the county at large. We appreciate the efforts of the Sunriver Service District Board to work with Deschutes County, and also build reserves to significantly ♦- the cost of the expansion. We also recognize the work of the Board and the chiefs to build a years to •, Citizen Patrol remains committed to assisting the Sunriver community in a variety of ways in the future, and we ask for (This information furnished by John Noordwyk, Sunriver Citizen Patrol President.) 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 n Lzl-t MT-MIM0915 E IUM M =1 M1 � IATIV i iffiNW, I 11�!=� Board, with two years as Vice -President. I also served four years on the Sunriver Special Service District Board, with two years as Vice -Chair • one year as Chair. I'm a local ►u remodel and upgrade its facilities, and 11 courage you to vote YES on this measure. Rather than focusing on the needs for the remodel, I'd prefer to look forward to the opportunity that this expanded facility will provide to Sunriver and South County. Sunriver already receives strong support from the county, who manages the SSW • • pr11-,.fUes exA2nd.ed. Wther I#c� fire agencies also provide mutual aid to Sunriver. The county bution • nearly half the cost of the work. For Sunriver itself, the opportunity to better serve mixed -sex personnel greatly expands the potential employee base. Expanded and more secure storage space is useful for long- term costs. Additionally, the improved proximity of police and fire departments ensures better coordination in both daily and emerlaoroy o%erations. The i . facilitp has served well f almost 40 years, and this expansion will potentially satisfy the • needs for an equal amount • time. sure is well under a dollar a day. This contribution will improvE the health and well-being of our dedicated personnel in the district, and improve the health and well-being of residents an visitors in Sunriver. I encourage you to vote for this measure f the ►' of Sunriver. Sincerely, Jim Fister, Sunriver Citizen (This information furnished by James D. Fister.) and police departments carefully designed joint building. Sunriver Fire and Police Departments have taken a collab- orative and financially responsible approach to remodel and expand the Sunriver Public Safety Building. The well -designed into the future. The upgraded facility will benefit all • south- ern Deschutes County and clearly enable them to provide the ► service employees. (This information furnished by Patti Adair.) 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. n Lzl-t MT-MIM0915 E IUM M =1 =1 � I am writing on behalf of the Sunriver Owners Association (SROA) Board of Directors to express the board's support of Deschutes County Ballot Measure #9-144 for the Sunriver Service District's local option capital levy. The funds from this levy will be used to facilitate the remodel and expansion of the current fire station into an integrated public safety facility to house both the fire and police departments. The existing fire station was constructed 25 years ago, and the police department is in office space that is part of SROA:s administration building. Neither structure meets today's safety and security requirements for essential emergency services. The public safety facility expansion project will include the the future. cost-effective option for an expansion and remodel. Although SROA owns the fire station and the land it sits on, the associa- tion has agreed to sell the current fire department building to the district and grant the district a long-term lease of the land. With a projected cost of $18 million, Deschutes County's Board of Commissioners has already shown its strong sup- port of the project by pledging $8 million in county -collected Transient Room Tax funds. The district is providing $3 million, leaving the remaining $7 million balance to be collected through the tax levy. The Sunriver Service District's first responders have served and supported our community for many years... it's now our turn to support them, for all of us. Keith Mobley, President of the Sunriver Owners Association Boar4 of Directors (This information furnished by Keith Mobley Sunriver Owners Association.) The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the County of Deschutes, nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of any statement made in the argument. k1J and public safety officials. The facility would provide communiTy— benefits including: Improve privacy for victims of crime to meet with officers; Enhance the ability for public safety and county partnerships to assist people in mental health crisis; Protect taxpayer investment in vehicles and equipment with safe and secure parking and storage; and Provide the public and officers with a safe and modern facility to serve the needs of our growing community. The intention is to have the Project operating in 2024. 4CW$44,�k tax. The proposed ballot measure is estimated to cost property LOW-661 1111WOM"M 11MM"Wil sessed value is $203,000, and a home with that assessed value would pay approximately $148 per year or $12 per month. Actual in assessed value. (This information furnished by Keith Witcosky, City of Redmond.) Mr. . 0 WMIM 61 MUM I - Redmond voters. The estimated cost of the Project is $49 lion. The City anticipates contributing $9 million of general fund in ANN 1, 14 191". "N' M, W-16111 - OIWNI� IV "�XIV VM ASXF # WPJ MWXP 616 MAIMATMOVOW-M-AWWO EXAVW". eight times larger than the existing police station site. and HVAC systems, does not meet current and future needs as a result of community growth. . 1111111111111 11 1 - . ESMW��O M 262% increase in population 214% increase in police calls for service current and future public safety needs of the community as Redmond continues to grow. # MMM 71"n", n Lzl-t MT-MI-1,0915 E "Public safety is an important part of a thriving community. are fortunate to have many excellent men and women serving Redmond." — Bev Clamo, former Oregon Secretary of State, Redmond resident and community leader Police officers put their lives on the line each day and face in- dwartments or demonize the Wice iofession. Police officers safety facilities. Redmond Police have outgrown current station. The current police station was designed for a 36-person department. Today, more than 60 officers and staff serve Redmond. A new facilitki will cost less to maintain and will meet the need of Redmond's population growth and public safety needs for 30 years. Improved victim privacy. The current police station fails to provide adequate privacy for crime victims to be interviewed. A new, modern facility will ensure victims have the privacy they deserve and are kept separate from criminals and the public. A sensible financial plan for our growing community. The funding plan for a new public safety facility is smart and fiscally responsible. City Council committed to capping the total cost of the Public Safety Facility at $49M. Council also agreed to make investments leveraging City and Federal re- sources to lower the GO Bond from $49 million to $40 million. The $9 million buydown reduced the average cost per home by about 20%. The time is now. A 20-year general obligation (GO) bond allows the city of Redmond to take advantage of low -interest rates and avoid reducing funding to address the impacts of growth such as maintaining streets and parks. Join us in voting YES on measure 9-145 to support Redmond Public Safety Angela Boothroyd Bev Clarno Charan Cline Ed.D John Duff Michelle Duff Jennifer Stephens John Nielsen Amber Wilson I vrqgi luting.2 Lai 0 mom www.neighborsforasaferedmond.com (This information furnished by Jennifer Stephens on behalf of Neighbors for a Safe Redmond.) To the Citizens of Redmond: The Redmond City Council fully endorses and supports Ballot Measure 9-145. As Council members, we prioritized the construction of a new Public Safet,4 FacilU because the existin•wolice station which WA W11 "_� W1•111111i W O.M.♦ iN '110W.1 WWN1 1 0 made the decision to leverage City and Federal resources to lower the GO Bond from $49 million to $40 million. The $9 around $15/month to around $12/month. The new Public Safety Facility provides the ability to meet current and future public safety needs of the community as Redmond continues to grow. The project will more than triple the available square footage of the existing police station, which is 12,850 square feet. The facility would provide community benefits including: Improve privacy for victims of crime to meet with officers; Enhance ability for public safety and county partner- ships to assist people in mental health crisis; Protect taxpayer investment in vehicles and equipment with safe and secure parking and storage; and Provide the public and officers with a safe and modern facility to serve the needs of our growing community. Sincerely, George Endicott, Mayor Jay Patrick, Council President Krisana Clark -Endicott, Redmond City Council Clifford B. Evelyn Sr, Redmond City Council Ed Fitch, Redmond City Council Shannon Wedding, Redmond City Council Cat Zwicker, Redmond City Council (This information furnished by Jennifer Stephens on behalf of Neighbors for a Safe Redmond.) 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. IlIIIII liiiiiiiq�• A 3. Response times to fire and medical emergencies can make a dramatic difference in the outcome to the resi- dents impacted by the events. Currently, the stations are not staffed full time, and volunteers responding from home generally require 7-12 minutes from the 911 alert until they can respond in an emergency vehicle. 24 hour staffing by qualified Fire Officer/EMTs will improve those response times. How is Cloverdale RFPD funded? .9"PPA-W kW;J M-A" *A&v supplement the existing permanent tax base. What is the increased cost to taxpayers? rMI 11 1 1 llaw- • IM11.101m, rience a tax increase of $207.00 per year or $17.25 per month. What is the operational impact to Cloverdale RFPD? tied Fire officer to oversee emergency operations. The district will continue to onerate Ondegendentiv of other districts and it will be governed by the existing Board of Directors. What if the Levy is not approved? Ensuring responses are staffed with a qualified Fire Officer will continue to be a major challenge. VVithout Fire Officers to respond, (This information furnished by Thad Olsen, Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District.) Explanatory Statement I VVJB=M7-V,V=— #V2 Now "MII — MINUMM I TMI a ;- R limr-IN 0 would greatly benefit the residents of Cloverdale. I . An increase in calls and reduction in volunteer office is making it difficult to maintain the existing le of service that our community has come to expe Emergency calls in the District have more than doubl from 2009 (158 calls) to 2021 (370). This increase in c combined with a decrease in qualified emergency sce leadership has reduced the safety of our department a the community. 2. The coverage commitment for the existing p and volunteer officers has become unsustainab Currently, the district only has two volunteer officers t can respond with the engines to fire calls and serve responders if they are available. State requirements a mutual aid agreements mandate a qualified Fire Officer available to respond at all times. MM 7T-IM T n t MT-MI-1,0915 E The Cloverdale Tolunteer Fire Fighters Association is asking the residents of the Cloverdale area to help resolve a serious problem facing the District. For some time, the number of fire officers available to the ably provide the full-time coverage needed for the safety of our volunteers and to meet the state and mutual aid regula- tions. The effect of increased call volume and a reduction in the number of qualified volunteer officers has resulted in this situation, and it will impact the level of service the volunteers will be able to provide to the community. As fire/medical volunteers and as residents ourselves, we are asking the residents of Cloverdale to support the levy that will be proposed in the upcoming May ballot. The Volunteer Association believes that the levy approved by the Board of Directors will solve the problem currently facing the District by enabling it to hire two more paid fire officers. The last in May #f 2#21 had -the bxif*14, A-YrAills-e of resolving the immediate problem of officer staffing and also to prepare for the future needs of the District by providing a staffed ambulance in the station. We understand the majority of residents whom voted indicated that this additional capabil- ity was not desired. However, the primary difficulty of officer staffing still remains. This new levy has been reduced to the minimum viable solu- tion for sustaining the current level of service that the District o,rovides. In contrast to the levjW_mposed in May of 2021,Ahis- levy will only cost 69 cents per 1,000 of assessed value. Then; will also not be any operational change to the District or ad- ditional direct shared costs with neighboring districts. Alan Smoke -Association President Larry Turin -Association Vice -President Cory Stengel -Association Treasurer Mitch Turpen -Association Secretary This information furnished by Alan Smoke, Cloverdale Volunteer Firefighters Association.) well as the staff and volunteers of our District. For many years the Fire Department was basically two barns without plumbing utilizing equipment that other departments of $1.09 per $1000 and that has not changed in 59 years. Our However, today the roles are reversed. We are here asking for your help for our firefighters. This levy is forward looking, and crafted to maintain an es- sential level of fire and medical supervision- In balancinQ all the needs of our comm ' � - afety of our firefi hters has to be one of the highest priorities. We are asking for your support with a YES vote on measure 9-146. Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District Board of Directors Submitted by John Thomas, Board Secretary (This information furnished by John Thomas, Cloverdale Rural Fire Pro- tection District.) The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by file 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. n Lzl-t MT-MI-1,0915 E the district's autonomy. This levy is much different. U=gEtiammi * Fund two additional full-time Ofticer/EITITs, which will allow 24/7 paid coverage. * Reduce the load on current volunteer officers in the face of increased call numbers. * Provide for better volunteer safety by adding qualified officers to the department. Fund three additional student scholarships, for a total of six This levy will not: Provide for unnecessary or redundant services. 611111110111110 MINIMUM I I a 1011101111110 1611%,11, WINAW I Sincerely, Matt Cyrus, Volunteer Captain (This information furnished by Matt Cyrus.) As a Cloverdale Volunteer Firefighter I am asking for your support of Measure 9-146. This levy allows the District to hire twil *,L1,2Iifie* fire #fficertElTs f�tr 24/7 stk" 2n�. pr*vii.es fo)r the safety of our volunteers, fire students and the community. The lee; will 21s* fy.&O. 3 stu0eAt �*siti*6s t* Ar*YiV.e 2�4)M#zal staffing to the District's North station. This levy request is at a "bare bones" minimum and will help your volunteers to keep our community safe. As is the case with most volunteer fire districts throughout the nation, getting enough active firefighters is an ever-increasing struggle. The time demands for certification requirements grows each year. It is no wonder that it's difficult to recruit and retain dedicated personnel as we ask them to take on a dangerous than most paid jobs. Speaking as a Volunteer Officer, it is paramount that the residents of this district vote "yes" in support of this levy. We desperately need two additional fire officers to keep our volun- teers and community safe. This Levy will ensure that when the call goes out, no matter the time of day or night, we will have an experienced officer immediately responding. On February 12th I attended the memorial of St Paul Volunteer Firefighter Austin Smith who died from injuries sustained in an explosion while battli a fire.. his is the worst n p tmare of vol- a I!r could mean the difference in all of us making it back home. Sixty-nine cents per $1000 is a small price to pay for the ers. Please vote Yes and support your volunteers and com- munity. Rex E. Parks Sr., Volunteer Apparatus Maintenance Officer CloverWale (This information furnished by Rex E. Parks Sr.) 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. n Lzl-t MT—MI-1,0915 EA * I W lyears, been a volunteer with Cloverdale Fir District for 10 of those years, and currently serve as a Lieutenant/Paramedic and the EMS Coordinator. I volunteer because I believe it is important to serve my community and I see this levy meeting District needs and providing significant benefits. What does Cloverdale gain with a YES VOTE? -Qualified and paid fire officers staffed 24/7 -improved training for volunteers with staff available 7 days a week -Consistent supervision of live-in students -increased support and supervision for all volunteer responders 11"I'llwWw" low - responded with record high donations. The community has supported bringing the facilities, apparatus, and equipment to a modern level which brings benefits for decades to come. A YES VOTE will provide stable staffing in Cloverdale for im- remain an integral part of emergency response. Yes, this is a investment is far greater than the cost. You may also experi- ence a significant decrease in your homeowners insurance which could cover a large portion of the increased tax rate. I am VOTING YES because, -The current staffing model is not sustainable with area growth. -Multiple examples of slow response times from volunteer companies. -Lack of qualified officers within the volunteer ranks to meet response needs. -Fire and EMS responses will be more reliable and consistent. YES on 9-146 (This information furnished by Damon Frutos, Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District.) The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the County of Deschutes, nor does the county warrant the accuracy or truth of any statement made in the argument. DFr1r1ff#T.Tr__TaF7TVT171_ =1 Tony DeBone 107M 79.UT-7W*TX_r#MV-=_ Commissioner Educational Background: Bachelor of Science -Electronics, Northern Michigan University Prior Governmental Experience: Deschutes County Commissioner; La Pine Park and Recreation District values ensuring your freedom, opportunity and prosperity. MANAGING GROWTH Affordable Housing: I pledge to preserve our high quality of life for generations to come, to advocate for land use that allows starter homes and middle income housing, while main- taining our rural Central Oregon lifestyle. I pledge to oppose new fees that unnecessarily raise the cost of home building and to make sure our building and planning departments are responsive to customers. Sound Fiscal Policy: I believe government must live within its means. I support balanced budgets and transparency. I cut property tax rates in 2017 which keeps money in your pocket where it belongs. PUBLIC SAFETY hkmelessnass: I befleye Yee cam _'talance c*mqass4m those in need with more aggressive policing and social pro- grams. Trash, crime, violence and decay is unacceptable. I'm deliver positive outcomes. to enforce the law. Resource Management: We must be proactive about forest management to prevent wildfires and protect forests, water- ghQ45, ment is better than investing hundreds of millions in fighting fires after it's too late. COMMON SENSE Mandates: I fought and stopped overly restrictive COVID poli- cies being pushed for Deschutes County. I believe personal responsibility must always be protected from government overreach. Respect: I model mutual respect while working toward solu- tions. Together we can continue to make Deschutes County a great place to live! ENDORSEMENTS: Oregon Right to Life PAC, Cliff Bentz, Congressman Angelita Sanchez- PAC Director #TimberUnity PAC, (This information furnished by Tony DeBone.) ! t iScott S uart i ♦ Agent/Owner; Paid; From 1981 to 1983; North Pacific Insurance Company; Apprentice; Paid Prior Governmental Experience: None Scott has served in the insurance industry for over 40 years. His area of expertise is commercial property and casualty, workers compensation and group major medical insurance. Scott is a specialist in workplace safety, public and private risk with State institutions for over 40 years. He has a unique understanding and knowledge of unilateral contracts. He has developed a unique way to handle conflict resolution between customers and companies to solve risk exposures and claims management. Scott was a volunteer leader of Operation Zero Debt at his home church in Boring, OR from 2005 to 2015. Over that time, Scoff was instrumental in facilitating a personal finance class called Financial Peace University (FPU) to over 2500 people. Scoff is a Financial Coach and Workplace Trainer for the Dave Ramsey LAMPO Group. He also facilitated FPU classes in the secular workFIace to over 500 lees in 3 ,ears, Scoff con - OM anyone who desires to finish life well. It is a 6 part series deal- ing with topics such as Heart, Home, Health, Heritage, Hope and Household related issues. Heritage of Hope's website is www.finishlifewell.org. (This information furnished by R. Scott Stuart.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. 10jiriver Tatom . I . 41ccupation: Clinic Manager, it. Charles Family Care WIM 7kegistered Nurse and �aramedic 11 t 'IITIUX%, University of Southern California; Central Or gon Commun College; Bend Senior High School I Prior Governmental Experience: Central Oregon CommunM College Board of Directors; Deschutes Rural Fire District 11 B#arV, of Virtt0rs; Itschytes C#wnty ?z�#j,-ct Wllii.fim St6eri Committee I grew up in rural Deschutes County. My wife, Amy, and I chose to raise our kids here because we love this commu_ beautiful place we all call home. Together, I know we can: Protect our health and safety. As a nurse I k our county's support is to the lives and well-being of our com- munitr,. From a new mother learning to ?.arent preventing wildfire, I will prioritize our health and safety. Make housing affordable. The skyrocketing cost of housin and local leaders to expand workforce housing so families can flourish. Preserve our quality of life. We need to manage growwh an keep our economy moving while maintaining the health of ers Wrests and farms- The next 0eneration deserves t i clear air, clean water, and open space. EXPERIENCED & COMPASSIONATE KTAWr.;.1a; These experiences make Oliver uniquely qualified to protect our health and safety." -Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner Proudly endorsed by: Oregon League of Conservation Voters Phil Chang, Deschutes County Commissioner John Hummel, Deschutes County District Attorney Alan Unger, COCC Board Chair Ray Miao, Deschutes Rural Fire District #2 Board of Directors Ariel M6ndez, Bend Park and Recreation District, Board Chair Dr. Robin Lannan Adams, La Pine Rural Fire Protection District Board of Directors Clifford Evelyn, Redmond City Councilor Jennifer Letz, Sisters City Councilor Pro -Choice Oregon PAC (This information furnished by Oliver Tatom.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Scot Langton -fit no Assessor, 2001 -present Forester; Wallowa County Assessor; Deschutes County Chief Appraiser 131�� VaDW I I A"UMM44"Wilm'", W K♦�.- Wi OMMM W.W AM V - P%V1 9 TIMMW " V q-%- W.VM W.T.WJ Ev'""11 o Received Public Information Program Award Community Service: Wallowa County Search and Rescue Deschutes County and Committee Board of Directors- United Wao of Central Oregon Board Member, Latino Community Association Board Member, Bend Volunteer Community Statistician, Summit High School Football Team Assistant Scoutmaster property tax issues to help ensure consistency and equity. His experience, wisdom and active involvement are invaluable to our association." — Joe Davidson, President, Oregon State Association of County Assessors integrity and experience serving the citizens of Deschutes County." — Nancy Blankenship, Retired Deschutes County Clerk "Scot is an excellent choice for Deschutes County Assessor. I worked with Scot for 30+ years when I served as county administrator and then as a budget committee member. He's proven to be highly effective and professional for the voters of Deschutes County." Mike Maier, former County Administrator, former Budget Committee Member "Scot has an excellent understanding of the Oregon Real ?_Yoacj.r t 4144k-� does an exceptionaijob of interpreting Oregon statutes and tracking real estate values." Dana Bratton, Bratton Appraisal Group LLC "My law practice included real property tax assessments and appeals. I found Scot Langton to be a fair and effective advo- cate for Deschutes County." Neil Bryant, Retired Oregon State Senator (This information furnished by Scot Langton.) The above information has not been verified for accuracy by the county. Following the 2020 Census, the boundaries for U.S. Representative, State Senate, and State House of Representatives were -•. Voting precincts have been updated to match these new legislative boundaries. 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