RON MCCARTY
OCCUPATION: Tax Consultant/Enrolled Agent, 30 years, licensed to practice before I.R.S. Tax Courts
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Union Boilermaker; Small business owner; 22 years U.S. Army.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Graduate Studies, Portland State ; B.S. Linfield College ; Benson Polytechnic High School .
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Four years State Representative; eight years Mt. Hood Community College Board; five years elected Multnomah Labor Council.
Preserving scenic area and improving environmental quality
As an Oregonian who has lived here for upwards of 66 years, I understand the value in sustaining our scenic area and natural resources. Preserving the quality of our air, water and land is crucial in the present to maintain a habitable area for future generations. As a member of the board, I would work to allocate funding to the proper sources to disburse information about sustainability and would invest in projects that benefitted the public as a whole.
Creating efficiencies and ensuring healthy food
The use of solar panels, composts and proper water irrigation is important to creating efficiencies – all of which are used on my property. This is my way of reducing my “footprint” on this land. In my home and on my rental property, I have maintained a small vegetable and a small flower garden. Having access to fresh, organic food that is neither gassed nor clouded with heavy pesticides provides a healthy alternative to foods found in grocery stores.
Your vote is appreciated
I would work hard to best serve the people that live in East Multnomah County . My goal as a board member would be to learn as much as possible about the Commission and to make decisions based on facts and knowledge. This learning experience for me would translate into better services for you.
(This information furnished by Friends of Ron McCarty for Oregon Soil and Water Conservation District)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Multnomah County.