Let’s build unity through community: working towards a more prosperous Philomath.
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My Vision
As a community-minded scientist and as your mayor, I have a vision and have been working hard for the city to encourage a vibrant Philomath with a bustling local economy and welcoming downtown gathering places for everyone. Future developments and growth should make Philomath stronger and more prosperous, without sacrificing long-term liabilities for short-term growth.
My Priorities
- Affordable housing & building community: Promoting a strong sense of community and a high quality of life for all.
- Economic development & local businesses: Using strategic innovations to strengthen Philomath’s local economy.
- Celebrating our history, culture, & diversity: Promoting Philomath as a rural, vibrant timber town that celebrates diversity and is safe for everyone.
- Public health & environment: Balancing growth with a focus on public health, open space, and a healthy environment.
- Fiscal responsibility: Moving important civic projects forward, while balancing the City’s needs and financial obligations with an adaptive city government.
- Prosperity & security: Ensuring Philomath residents feel welcome, safe, valued, and dignified, while connecting underserved populations to essential services.
- Inclusive governance: Maximizing government transparency and accessibility to elected officials.
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ENDORSEMENTS
Why am I endorsing others?
Tough decisions will not always be easy, but the conversations can be balanced, meaningful, and respectful. When I was a city councilor (2018-2020), the council was cordial. Did we all agree and vote the same way? No, but we respected each other and we were polite. I believe that the candidates that I endorse below are inherently collaborative and honorable residents. We will have robust, well rounded discussions about complex topics. We will bring a breadth of experience and expertise to local governance and we will work well together. I hope that you will join me in voting for these six council candidates. Lets give Philomath the Council you deserve. One that will work hard for Philomath, while providing a supportive environment for our residents, staff, and council.
Endorsements by:
- Dan Rayfield, Speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives
- Xan Augerot, Benton County Commissioner
- Pat Malone, Benton County Commissioner
- Nancy Wyse, Benton County Commissioner
- David Low, Philomath City Councilor
- Ruth Causey, Philomath City Councilor
- Teresa Nielson, Philomath City Councilor
- Matt Lehman, Philomath City Councilor
Candidates that I endorse:
- Ruth Causey, Philomath City Council
- Diane Crocker, Philomath City Council
- Matt Lehman, Philomath City Council
- David Low, Philomath City Council
- Christopher McMorran, Philomath City Council
- Teresa Nielson, Philomath City Council
- Pat Malone, Benton County Commissioner
- David Gomberg, Oregon House of Representatives, District 10