OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Small Business Owner

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Graduate, Mt. Lakes, High School, Claremont School

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: State Representative, 1993-1998, Majority Whip, 1995; Chair, Human Resources Committee, Task Force on Juvenile Court System and Juvenile Delinquency; Chair, Joint Interim Committee on Hispanic Affairs; Chair, House Education subcommittee, Ways and Means General Government subcommittee; Woodburn School Board, vice-chair, 1992, School District Strategic Planning Committee; Marion County Educational Service District Budget Committee.

COMMUNITY SERVICE: Woodburn Chamber of Commerce; Blanchet School Board; St. Joseph’s Shelter Advisory Board; Willamette Valley Hospice Board.

Dear Friends,

When I first ran for the Marion County Board of Commissioners, I promised to work toward rebuilding the faith and credibility in county government, returning our government to its core functions, restoring employee moral, and regaining control of the county budget.

Since taking office more than three years ago, I have worked hard to keep those promises. I have been to every one of the 20 communities that make up our county, helping literally hundreds of people who have had problems with Marion County government. I have worked hard to build relationships not only with elected officials, but also with county employees who are the backbone of Marion County. And, yes, I have made the hard votes when I’ve had to, standing up for the principles we share.

I have worked with farmers to ensure they can continue to work their land. I have worked with businesses on vital economic stimulus issues. I have worked with law enforcement to keep our communities safe. And, I have worked with state transportation officials to improve our roads.

There is more to do, however, and I am asking for your vote so I can return to the Board of Commissioners to continue working with you and for you.

Thank you for your continued support. You can always trust me to work hard to put your interests first.

Sincerely,

Patti Milne