RUSSELL S. JONES
OCCUPATION: Retired
OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Oregon Health & Science University , Department of Pathology
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Portland State University B.S. Mathematics
PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Lake Oswego Budget Committee; Natural Resources Advisory Board; Transit Center Advisory Committee; Foothills Plan Citizens Advisory Committee
THE RIGHT PERSON AT THE RIGHT TIME FOR LAKE OSWEGO CITY COUNCIL
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:
Russell has lived in Lake Oswego for over 35 years. Lake Oswego neighborhood action coalition member. Treasurer of Friends of Luscher Farms. Past motorman on the Willamette Shore Trolley. Served on several Lake Oswego Boards and Committees. Mapped the open space and park trails in Lake Oswego . Helped map and delineate the invasive plant species and identify, size, and map all conifer trees in Springbrook Park .
PHILOSOPHY:
- Affordable housing begins with affordable property taxes;
- Elected officials have a fiduciary duty that all spending is prudent and thoughtful;
- City government must always act in a manner that promotes respect and trust;
- Ensuring a healthy business environment is paramount for a vibrant city.
PRIORITIES AS CITY COUNCILOR:
- An open and transparent city government;
- Maintain the livability of Lake Oswego ;
- Citizen and neighborhood involvement in city decisions;
- Proper oversight ensuring sewer and water projects are completed within budget and on time;
- Protect the Stafford basin from inappropriate development;
- Address critical infrastructure and safety issues.
RUSSELL BELIEVES IN FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Fiscal responsibility is more than a concept. It is the main ingredient in respect and trust of the government by the governed. This November we must elect City Councilors who are fiscally responsible, understand their constituency, and have the ability to honestly and responsibly prioritize city needs.
RUSSELL BELIEVES IN TRUST:
City Councilors must be capable of earning the trust and respect of the residents of Lake Oswego . Our city needs City Councilors willing to listen to their constituents and are proactive in rebuilding trust and healing the disconnect between City Government and the residents.
PROVEN EXPERIENCE TO ADDRESS THE IMPORTANT ISSUES FACING LAKE OSWEGO.
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(This information furnished by Friends of Russell S. Jones)
The above information has not been verified for accuracy by Multnomah County.