Occupation: Director, Oregon Youth Citizenship Initiative.
Occupational Background: Director, Youth Employability Support Services, Mt. Hood Community College, 2006-2007; Director, Gear-Up, Portland Community College, 2001-2006.
Educational Background: AA in Arts, Mt. Hood Community College, 1987; BS in Social Science, Portland State University, 1988; MA in Education, Portland State University, 1992.
Prior Governmental Experience: Reynolds School Board, 1999-Present, Current Chairman.
As School Board Chairman, John Delivers Results
- Balanced eight district budgets
- Established middle college partnerships that allow students to take classes for college and high school credit
- Lead the effort to reform elementary language instruction, significantly reducing students being identified as "learning disabled."
"John and I have worked on the school board together for years. He's a strong, caring leader who makes informed decisions based on issues. Although I am a Democrat, I support John because of his ability to cross party lines and do what is in the communities' best interest."
Theresa Delaney-Davis; Reynolds School Board
Improving Our Economy Takes More than Talk
- John wants business-friendly tax policies that provide incentives for businesses to come to East County, not run the other way.
- Government – at all levels – needs to be held accountable to their budgets so your money stays where it belongs – in your pocket.
"As a Democrat, there may be things John and I disagree on, but protecting local businesses like mine, creating jobs and moving towards a more stable economy are big priorities for John."
Balwant Bhullar; Fairview Business Owner
Safer Streets and Neighborhoods are Priorities for John
- Increase the presence of police on the streets and provide resources to police officers.
- Focus on developing relationships between non-profit and public safety groups to foster trust and commitment to safer neighborhoods.
- Ensure cooperation between Oregon and Multnomah County to open and fund Wapato Jail.
Endorsed by:
Taxpayers Association of Oregon
Oregon State Building and Construction Trades Council
IBEW Local 48
Balanced. Reasonable. Experienced.
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