Port of Umpqua Commissioner Position 2 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.Port District boards manage the infrastructure of local ports and their development for recreational, economic, and environmental purposes.Qualifications: Candidate must be a registered voter in the district. ORS 777.135(1)Term: 4 years
Biographical Information
Town Where You Live
Reedsport
Your Experience/Qualifications
Currently working for a local government similar in structure to the Port of Umpqua. Previously employed at the Port of Umpqua in an administrative position.
County
Douglas
What skills and experience would you bring to the board?
Previously held an elected local government position on the Umpqua Soil and Water Conservation District Board.
Previously worked for the Port of Umpqua in an Administrative Position.
I understand how local government works and the issues at the Port of Umpqua.
What are your priorities for the upcoming term, and how would you address them?
I will work with the Port of Umpqua Commissioners to help build a strong future for the Port of Umpqua and the local community.
How would you prioritize the needs of the Port’s various users (e.g., industrial, commercial, recreational)?
The Port of Umpqua has the potential to bring additional businesses into the local community. The area is already considered a recreational area due to the proximity of the the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, the Umpqua and Smith Rivers, and the beautiful beaches and location to the Pacific Ocean. With that in mind, there is always room to improve upon recreational interests and uses.
Biographical Information
What skills and experience would you bring to the board?
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What are your priorities for the upcoming term, and how would you address them?
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How would you prioritize the needs of the Port’s various users (e.g., industrial, commercial, recreational)?
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