Dayton Fire District Director Position 3 Choose 1
Special districts in Oregon are formed to provide specific local government needs. They are created by a vote of the people in the local area being served. Examples include people’s utility districts, library districts, water districts, fire protection districts, and more. They are governed by a board of directors, which is responsible for management and financial accountability. Special districts are empowered to levy any necessary taxes and fees to fulfill their mandate. Board members are not paid but may receive a per diem reimbursement.The 267 fire protection districts in Oregon can have different structures and mandates, but all are responsible for funding and staffing fire prevention and safety services, and for managing the budgets of local fire stations.Qualifications: Candidate must be a registered voter or a landowner in the district. If the district has a supporting ordinance, employees of the district are not eligible. ORS 478.050Term: 4 years
Biographical Information
Town Where You Live
Dayton
Your Experience/Qualifications
Appointed to DFD Board since Jan 2024
County
Yamhill
What skills and experience, including prior board experience, do you bring to the position?
I have been serving on the Dayton Fire Board since January 2024. I also have served on the board at my church for almost 20 years.
What do you see as the top priorities for the District, and how would you achieve them?
Completing the new substation in Hopewell and continuing to grow our district volunteers and resources to better serve our growing community.
How do you understand the board’s role in relation to that of the fire chief?
Supporting the fire chief to best meet the established goals and need for the fire district.