Multnomah Co. Online Voters' Guide
November 2006 General Election

CITY OF GRESHAM - Mayor

CHARLES J. (CHUCK) BECKER

OCCUPATION: Retired

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Professor, Health and Physical Education, Portland State University

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Brigham Young University, EdD; University of Oregon, BS, MS

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: Mayor 1999 to present. City Councilor 1973-76 and 1981-84

“Keep Gresham's Progress Moving”

When first elected, Chuck took action for long-term financial planning, and commissioned an Economic Development Plan. As a result, the City was able to survive the 2001-02 downward spiral of the national economy without increasing taxes. With citizen input, a system for prioritizing the delivery of city services was developed thus increasing effective and efficient use of tax dollars.

Under Chuck Becker's outstanding eight years of proven leadership:

• Gresham Station opened and has grown to a major local industry, stopping an $800 million outflow in retail sales to others in the Metro area.

• Major employer Fujitsu was replaced with Microchip Technology and LSI Logic was replaced with ON Technology, saving hundreds of high-paying jobs.

• He worked with Metro and State to fund reconstruction of local and regional arterials.

• He accomplished the transfer of responsibility for County roads located in Gresham to the City of Gresham.

• He worked in partnership with our state legislators to receive state and federal funding for the East Metro Gang Enforcement Task Force.

• He played a major role in developing Metro's Construction Excise Tax which will repay Gresham $914,000 for planning Springwater.

• He led the development and adoption of Gresham's five major initiatives for: 1) Historic downtown 2) Civic Neighborhood 3) Rockwood Urban Renewal 4) Pleasant Valley and 5) Springwater.

There's still much to do. The mayor's role in these accomplishments has been substantial. Chuck's creative plans and vision are needed to successfully complete the projects now underway including parks, public safety and better roads. Mayor Becker's political leadership and ability to work with people and diverse organizations makes him the only candidate who can keep the City of Gresham moving forward.

Continue the Vision, Continue the Progress,
Keep Moving the City Forward

Re-elect Chuck Becker for Mayor

Experienced Respected Trusted

(This information furnished by
Chuck Becker for Mayor Committee)

CITY OF GRESHAM - Mayor

SHANE BEMIS

OCCUPATION: Business owner

OCCUPATIONAL BACKGROUND: Owner/Operator three restaurants; Finance Manager, Westons; Gordon Stones Clothing

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Mt. Hood Community College; Gresham High School

PRIOR GOVERNMENTAL EXPERIENCE: City of Gresham: City Councilor (2003 – Present); Council President (2004, 2005 and 2006); Chairman, Graffiti Task Force; Chairman, Gresham Centennial Celebration 2005.

New and Experienced Leadership for Gresham

"As a business owner, Shane makes decisions in order to achieve clear and measurable goals. As Mayor, Shane will provide strong and consistent leadership to deliver results. Accountability is his hallmark."

Travis Stovall
President-Elect, Gresham Chamber of Commerce

Shane Is Committed to the Issues You Care Most About

Crime
Crime and gangs will be job one. Recently with Shane's leadership, six additional officers were put on the streets. When there's a problem, Shane takes action.

Growth
Shane will call for an immediate clean-up of conflicting codes and processes. Inconsistent codes make it difficult to ensure quality development. We must act now.

Traffic
Shane will continue to provide leadership in finding solutions for traffic congestion, light signalization, and road maintenance. After a 20 year stalemate, Shane's leadership in Salem and the region helped facilitate a successful transfer of roads from Multnomah County to Gresham .

Jobs and Economic Development
Shane has successfully grown three small businesses. He knows the importance of recruiting new business to Gresham while helping existing businesses thrive. Increasing family-wage jobs is essential to the long-term stability and future prosperity of our community.

Educational Cooperation
Shane will work with educational leaders to make sure the City is a responsible partner in preparing our young people for their futures.

Shane Bemis is endorsed by:

• Gresham City Councilors Shirley Craddick, Karylinn Echols, Jacquenette McIntire, David Widmark
• Mayors Dave Fuller, Wood Village; Paul Thalhofer, Troutdale; Mike Weatherby, Fairview
• Multnomah County Commissioner Lonnie Roberts
• Former Gresham Mayor Gussie McRobert
• Ernie Drapela, Mary McSwain, Pat Fiedler, Rich Correa, Dina DiNucci, Pat Swift, Robin McGregor, Hiroshi Morihara, Wendy Gerkman, Sue Piazza
• Gresham Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 1062

www.ShaneBemisForMayor.com

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Shane Bemis for Mayor Committee)