JACK D. HOFFMAN
OCCUPATION: Attorney
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Deputy County Counsel, Multnomah County; Instructor, Lewis & Clark Law School; Environmental Science Instructor, WSU; Lieutenant, U.S. Army 82nd Airborne
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Lewis & Clark Law School , J.D.; WSU, Environmental Science, M.S.; WSU, Zoology, B.S.
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: LO City Council, 1998-2006; Metro Policy Advisory Committee, 2000-2006; Chair, 2005; LO Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee, 1995-1998; Chair, 1998; LO Team Sports Advisory Committee, 1994-1995; Chair, 1995
OTHER COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Member, LO Chamber of Commerce; Past President, LO Soccer Club; former youth coach and referee.
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
The sewer interceptor project has significant fiscal and environmental implications. We need to complete this project on time and within budget.
As mayor, I pledge government accountability and fiscal responsibility. Citizens must be kept informed of major expenditures. My local and regional experience will help create partnerships and fiscal stewardship to reduce government costs.
LEADERSHIP:
I will seek out citizen comment early and often, before decisions are made.
I will work with neighborhoods, businesses, community groups, religious and educational institutions to achieve community goals.
COMMUNITY VISION:
It is critical that the mayor and city council prioritize the improvement of infrastructure for transportation, water, sewer and parks. Community livability requires strong and responsive basic government services. This includes support for the schools' local option levy, Measure 3-305.
I will lead the effort to increase the vibrancy and economic vitality of Downtown and Lake Grove. Equally important is protecting neighborhood character while accommodating new families.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
City Councilor, 1998-2006:
- Initiated LO Downtown Arts Program;
- Backed acquisition and development of Foothills Park ;
- Championed open space purchases for recreation and natural resource preservation;
- Advocated the revitalization of downtown;
- Promoted historic structures' preservation;
- Endorsed infill standards protecting unique neighborhoods' character.
I am proud of my work with citizens to create one of the most desirable communities in our region. I am ready to face the challenges that lie ahead.
ENDORSED BY THE OREGON LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS.
(This information furnished by Jack D. Hoffman)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Multnomah County.