Port of Hood River Commissioner Position 2
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
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Heather Gehring
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Michael S McElwee
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What skills and experience would you bring to the board?
What are your priorities for the upcoming term, and how would you address them?
How would you prioritize the needs of the Port’s various users (e.g., industrial, commercial, recreational)?
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Town Where You Live
HOOD RIVER
Your Experience/Qualifications
42 years in private and public agency positions. 16 years service as Executive Director for port authority.
County
Hood River
Term
4 Year
Term Expires
6/29
Executive management of a port authority.
Management of public infrastructure projects.
Budgets and financial management.
Facilities maintenance expertise.
Airport management.
1. Increase community Involvement-- make a commitment to listening citizens as part of every decision-making process.
2. Continue bridge replacement efforts -- support the work of the HR/WS Bridge Authority.
3. Maintain the existing bridge until a new bridge is built-- maintain vigilance and ensure rigorous efforts to inspect, repair and maintain the structure.
4. Enhance the Hood River Waterfront-- focus on excellent maintenance of parks and trails and developing Lot #1 in a thoughtful way so that Hood River can be proud.
5. Re-consider the future of the Port of Hood River-- engage in a sustained community involvement effort to determine the mission, strategic direction, goals and capacity of the port in the future.
1. Local residents
2. Local businesses
3. Recreational users
4. Visitors.
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