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Civility and Leadership
Civility Lacking in Short Annual Sessions Currently we are reading headlines about the Oregon Legislature and the large number of important issues they are taking on during the annual 35-day short session. Many of my former colleagues in the building, on both sides of the aisle, and I stay in touch. They comment on how […]
Read MoreJanuary News
2016 is a new year filled with new resolutions and for some of us, like me, renewed resolutions. One of my personal renewed resolutions is a daily workout. And one of my renewed resolutions to the constituents of Marion County is a continued focus on providing the services you expect, such as public safety, in […]
Read More“Lift Up a Child’s Voice” Inaugural Luncheon: Thursday, January 14
“Lift Up a Child’s Voice” Inaugural Luncheon The new year brings new opportunities to serve my community. One new area of service is CASA: Court Appointed Special Advocates, where I am honored to serve as the Chair for the Sustainer Campaign. The Sustainer Campaign is focused on building a strong foundation of supporters who donate […]
Read MoreStrong Ending for 2015
Every Christmas season brings thoughts of blessings and reflections. I continue to value this great nation we live in, my family, friends, my health and all those who encourage and support me day to day, and year to year in my public service. It is only by the grace of God, and with all those […]
Read MoreWoodburn Town Hall – December 3, 2015
Join me and Commissioner Sam Brentano on Thursday, December 3 for a Town Hall. We look forward to meeting and visiting with you beginning at 6:30 PM. Then at 7 we will move to a Town Hall format and look forward to answering questions, as well as hearing first hand your concerns as citizens of […]
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