Harrisburg Fire and Rescue 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
Contact Phone
5419956079
Campaign Phone (public)
5416191886
Town Where You Live
Harrisburg
Your Experience/Qualifications
Served 3 prior terms. Served 14 years as Volunteer Firefighter, 5 years as EMT 1. Have lived in Harrisburg since 1970.
County
Linn
Term
4 years
Term Expires
2029
What skills and experience, including prior board experience, do you bring to the position?
I have served 3 prior terms in this position. Former Vol. firefighter for 14 years, completed EMT 1 program from Lane CC, served 5 years. Grass Seed Farmer 20 years, 28 years self-employed as Multi-Line insurance agent in local area, former Harrisburg School Board member- 1 term. Have been a resident of the Harrisburg area since 1970.
What do you see as the top priorities for the District, and how would you achieve them?
Continue to provide fire and rescue services to the Harrisburg community.
How do you understand the board’s role in relation to that of the fire chief?
To set policy and work with the chief, provide the resources to accomplish the district's goals.