Lonnie Roberts
OCCUPATION: Semi-Retired
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Oregon State Representative _ 18 years, driver sales 24 years
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Masters of Business Administration; Bachelors
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: State Representative Oregon Legislature
EDUCATION
LONNIE supports higher standards for students and sufficient resources to prepare our teachers as mandated in the Oregon Education Reform Act. Class sizes must be manageable with greater teacher control. LONNIE will provide the leadership necessary for Multnomah County to achieve Oregon Education Reform.
We must be aware of issues which allow recouping state allocated funds.
• Include home schools in planning.
• Early intervention for children with learning difficulties.
• Early detection of "at risk" children.
• LONNIE has volunteered for many years in the SMART program for beginning school children.
PUBLIC SAFETY
LONNIE wants to maintain County Sheriff law enforcement positions to guarantee adequate police services and protection for all home and business owners, seniors and students. LONNIE promises to work for the completion of adequate jail space as directed by the voters in 1996 and to continue the drug and alcohol program begun by Commissioner Sharron Kelley.
SENIOR SERVICES
LONNIE is senior sensitive and will work to simplify the requirements, the communication process and the procedures placed upon seniors when they require county services, such as transportation, emergency services and health care.
• We must maintain access to good transportation systems including busses and light rail.
• Emergency services/ Sheriff's Dept./ Fire Dept. and Ambulance Services require Strong Commission support.
• LONNIE opposes the unfair Stormwater Management fees, which many citizens do not use. It creates hardships for everyone, especially our senior citizens.
LONNIE IS ENDORSED BY:
• Bob Skipper/Former Multnomah County Sheriff
• Northwest Oregon Labor Council AFL-CIO
• Elsie Chiodo, Gresham Resident
• Multnomah County Employees Local 88 AFSCME
• Gresham Professional Fire Fighters Association
• Portland Police Officers Association
• Multnomah County Deputy Sheriff's Association
• Electrical Workers #125
• Steve Doell, President Crime Victims United
• Teamsters Joint Council #37
• Von Freeman, East County Businessman
(This information furnished by Roberts for County Commissioner)
Frank Shields
OCCUPATION: Pastor; State Senator
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Pastor; State Senator, Representative; Teacher
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Doctorate of Ministries; Masters
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: State Representative 1992-1998; State Senator 1998-2000; Legislative Emergency Board Subcommittee of Human Resources
Local and State Leaders say
FRANK SHIELDS is
YOUR VOICE for EAST COUNTY
Sharron Kelley, Current East County Commissioner
"Frank's longstanding reputation as a dedicated statesman will serve us well. He is committed to us and will represent our needs with integrity and faithfulness."
Bernie Giusto, Gresham Police Chief on PUBLIC SAFETY
"Only Frank Shields will work with us to build a stronger and safer community. His concerns are OUR concerns."
• Supports adding local courtrooms and local booking facilities
• Will work to stop domestic violence
• Supports child-safety locks on guns
Gussie McRobert, former Gresham mayor on LEADERSHIP
"Frank Shields proven leadership makes him the best choice for East County."
Governor John Kitzhaber on INTEGRITY
"Integrity, honesty and dedication are hallmarks of Frank Shields' life. East County residents will clearly benefit from his knowledge of transportation, public safety, human services and more."
Hud Lasher, Superintendent Reynolds Schools on EDUCATION
"I've appreciated watching Frank Shields give to East County children. His sound judgement in safeguarding our future is exemplary."
• Fighting for better schools and smaller classrooms in
East County
• Defending after-school programs
ON SENIORS Frank was voted Oregon State Council of Senior Citizens' 1999 Outstanding Legislator of the Year
• Cutting prescription drug costs
• Supports expanding the Oregon Health Plan
• Defends Oregon Project Independence, helping seniors stay at home
Rod Park, Metro Councilor on GROWTH
"Frank Shields understands the connection between good land use planning and enhancing our quality of life. We need Frank on the Commission."
Brady Adams, Senate President (R) on WORKING TOGETHER
"Frank knows how to work across party lines to get things done. He'll be a great addition to the Commission."
Contact me at 503/760-6473 or "frankshields.homestead.com"
(This information furnished by Friends of Frank Shields)