ANNETTE L. MATTSON
OCCUPATION: Government Affairs & Public Policy Specialist; 2009 President - Oregon School Boards Association
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Project Manager, Utility Liaison, Customer Service Representative, Waitress, Wife and Mom
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: B.S. in Human Development – Warner Pacific College, Portland OR
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: David Douglas School Board; Oregon School Boards Association Board of Directors; Multnomah County Charter Review Commission; Powell Valley Road Water District Budget Committee; Metro Policy Advisory Council; Precinct Committee Person
Community Involvement: Johnson Creek Watershed Council; David Douglas Citizens for Schools; DDHS Parent-Teacher Association; Floyd Light Booster Club; Mill Park Booster Club; Providence-Montessori PTO; Gresham United Methodist Church.
Supporters Say:
“Annette is a tireless advocate for students at the local, state and federal level. She is a dedicated and effective school board member.”
U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley
“Annette works for student achievement, fiscal accountability, equity, and community engagement. She is a critical asset.”
Representative Jefferson Smith
“Music, the arts and libraries are important for a complete education and Annette has always supported these elements of learning.”
Cherie-Anne May, Music Teacher
“My children attend Ventura Park Elementary and I know that Annette cares about the safety and health of all children at school each day.”
Amanda Whitlock
“A good education allows people to achieve their dreams in addition to driving the economy and preserving democracy in our nation. I have lived in the David Douglas community for almost 30 years and served as a school board member almost 14 years. I support high academic standards, success for every child, the needs and values of our increasingly diverse community, and an efficient use of taxpayer dollars. During my years on the board, David Douglas Schools as well as students and employees have been recognized for excellence at the local, state and national level. Please vote for me so I can continue to work hard for our schools, community and future.”
– Annette Mattson
(This information furnished by Annette L. Mattson)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Multnomah County.