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Candidates
United States Senator
| Name & Party | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Mike Montchalinz Libertarian | 406 SW Isaac Avenue Pendleton, OR 97801 | Work Phone: 541-203-0678 Email Mike Montchalinz |
| Jeff Merkley Democrat, Independent, Working Families, Progressive | 1351 SE 114th Avenue Portland, OR 97216 | Work Phone: 503-200-5518 Email Jeff Merkley |
| Christina Jean Lugo Pacific Green | 1108 7th Street Oregon City, OR 97045 | Home Phone: 503-756-5801z Email Christina Jean Lugo |
| James E Leuenberger Constitution | P.O. Box 1684 Lake Oswego, OR 97035 | Work Phone: 503-679-8473 Email James E Leuenberger |
| Monica Wehby Republican | P.O. Box 3375 Portland, OR 97208 | Work Phone: 503-327-8957 Email Monica Wehby |
U.S. Representative in Congress - 5th District
| Name & Party | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Raymond Baldwin Constitution | 210 S Elm Street Canby, OR 97013 | Work Phone: 971-235-9032 Email Raymond Baldwin |
| Daniel K Souza Libertarian | 2055 SW Bard Road Lincoln City, OR 97367 | Cell Phone: 541-921-8326 Email Daniel K Souza |
| Kurt Schrader Democrat | P.O. Box 3314 Oregon City, OR 97045 | Work Phone: 503-723-6174 Email Kurt Schrader |
| Tootie Smith Republican | P.O. Box 226 Molalla, OR 97038 | Cell Phone: 503-949-5667 Email Tootie Smith |
| Marvin Sannes Independent | 640 15th Street NE Salem, OR 97301 | Cell Phone: 503-851-6055 Email Marvin Sannes |
Governor
| Name & Party | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Dennis Richardson Republican, Independent | 55 South Fifth Street Central Point, OR 97502 | Work Phone: 541-601-0083 Email Dennis Richardson |
| Chris Henry Progressive | 3315 N Russet Street Portland, OR 97217 | Work Phone: 503-443-5801 Email Chris Henry |
| Aaron Auer Constitution | P.O. Box 1833 Oregon City, OR 97045 | Cell Phone: 503-508-5411 Email Aaron Auer |
| John Kitzhaber Democrat, Working Families | P.O. Box 42307 Portland, OR 97242 | Work Phone: 503-208-6470 Email John Kitzhaber |
| Paul Grad Libertarian | 555 S Old Stage Road Cave Junction, OR 97523 | Home Phone: 541-592-4793 Email Paul Grad |
| Jason Levin Pacific Green | 6663 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Highway Number 68, Portland, OR 97223 | Work Phone: 503-862-9068 Email Jason Levin |
State Representative – 9th District | Lincoln County Yachats South
| Name & Party | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Caddy McKeown Democrat | P.O. Box 119 Coos Bay, OR 97420 | Work Phone: 541-808-7596 Email Caddy McKeown |
| Guy S Rosinbaum Libertarian | 88510 Highway 101 Florence, OR 97439 | Work Phone: 800-531-0892 Email Guy S Rosinbaum |
| Casey Runyan Republican | 3520 Ridgeway Drive Reedsport, OR 97467 | Cell Phone: 503-332-6654 Email Casey Runyan |
State Representative – 10th District | Lincoln County North of Yachats
| Name & Party | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| David Gomberg Democrat, Republican, Independent, Working Families | P.O. Box 119 Neotsu, OR 97364 | Home Phone: 541-921-1281 Work Phone: 541-996-3083 Email David Gomberg |
District Attorney - Lincoln County
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Michelle Branam | 225 West Olive Street Newport, OR 97365 | Work Phone: 541-351-1030 |
Lincoln County Commissioner, Position 3
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Terry N Thompson | 5123 NW Agate Way Newport, OR 97365 | Work Phone: 541-265-4100 Email Terry N Thompson |
| Dick Anderson | 960 SE Highway 101, Number 347 Lincoln City, OR 97367 | Home Phone: 541-996-8482 Email Dick Anderson |
Lincoln County Clerk
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Dana W Jenkins | 4104 Logsden Road Siletz, OR 97380 | Work Phone: 541-265-4131 Email Dana W Jenkins |
City of Depoe Bay Mayor
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| A J (Jim) Mattila | P.O. Box 1225 Depoe Bay, OR 97341 | Cell Phone: 541-961-7742 |
City of Depoe Bay Council Member, Position 4
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Jerome Grant | P.O. Box 1006 Depoe Bay, OR 97341 | Cell Phone: 541-270-4846 Email Jerome Grant |
City of Depoe Bay Council Member, Position 5
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Steve Sparks | 228 SW Nesting Glade Depoe Bay, OR 97341 | Cell Phone: 509-670-7766 Email Steve Sparks |
City of Depoe Bay Council Member, Position 6
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Jo G Fisher-Brown | P.O. Box 661 Depoe Bay, OR 97341 | Cell Phone: 541-992-4241 Email Jo G Fisher-Brown |
City of Lincoln City Mayor
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Roger Sprague | P.O. Box 286 Lincoln City, OR 97367 | Home Phone: 541-994-2651 Email Roger Sprague |
| Don Williams | 2625 SW Dune Avenue Lincoln City, OR 97367 | Cell Phone: 503-810-5364 Email Don Williams |
City of Lincoln City Council Member, Ward I
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Nathan Long | P.O. Box 123 Neotsu, OR 97364 | Home Phone: 541-994-3063 Email Nathan Long |
| Susan Wahlke | P.O. Box 1018 Lincoln City, OR 97367 | Cell Phone: 541-992-5572 Email Susan Wahlke |
City of Lincoln City Council Member, Ward II
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Jim Davis | 1292 NE Pepperwood Lincoln City, OR 97367 | Cell Phone: 541-921-0700 Email Jim Davis |
| D Riley Hoagland | 210 SE Keel Avenue Lincoln City, OR 97367 | Cell Phone: 541-418-1787 Email D Riley Hoagland |
City of Lincoln City Council Member, Ward III
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Kip G Ward | P.O. Box 552 Lincoln City, OR 97367 | Cell Phone: 541-992-1254 Email Kip G Ward |
City of Newport Mayor
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Sandra N Roumagoux | 19 SW Hurbert Street Newport, OR 97365 | Work Phone: 541-265-9260 Email Sandra N Roumagoux |
| Dean Sawyer | 2506 NE Douglas Street Newport, OR 97365 | Work Phone: 541-444-8298 Email Dean Sawyer |
City of Newport Council Members, Vote for 3
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Dennis Reno | P.O. Box 267 South Beach, OR 97366 | Cell Phone: 541-961-8561 Email Dennis Reno |
| David N Allen | P.O. Box 1321 Newport, OR 97365 | Home Phone: 541-265-4568 Email David N Allen |
| Dick Beemer | 2545 NE Douglas Street Newport, OR 97365 | Cell Phone: 541-270-3085 Email Dick Beemer |
| Mark Saelens | 275 NE San Bayo Circle Newport, OR 97365 | Work Phone: 541-574-1285 Email Mark Saelens |
| Wendy C Engler | 715 NW 3rd Street Newport, OR 97365 | Cell Phone: 541-961-5959 Email Wendy C Engler |
City of Siletz Mayor
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| John S Robinson | P.O. Box 155 Siletz, OR 97380 | Home Phone: 541-444-1333 Email John S Robinson |
| Ron Hervey | P.O. Box 548 Siletz, OR 97380 | Cell Phone: 541-272-0319 |
| Gail F Johnson | P.O. Box 333 Siletz, OR 97380 | Cell Phone: 541-272-0648 Email Gail F Johnson |
City of Siletz Council Member, Position 1
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Jeff Clark | P.O. Box 122 Siletz, OR 97380 | Home Phone: 541-444-2212 |
City of Siletz Council Member, Position 4
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Dave Button | P.O. Box 244 Siletz, OR 97380 | Cell Phone: 541-270-7699 |
City of Toledo Mayor
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Ralph E Grutzmacher | 829 SE Fir Street Toledo, OR 97391 | Home Phone: 541-336-2856 Email Ralph E Grutzmacher |
| Billie Jo Smith | 1239 SE Pine Street Toledo, OR 97391 | Home Phone: 541-336-9578 Email Billie Jo Smith |
City of Toledo Council Members, Vote for 3
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Julie Rockwell | P.O. Box 873 Toledo, OR 97391 | Home Phone: 541-336-2166 Email Julie Rockwell |
| Michele Johnson | 1343 NW Arcadia Road Toledo, OR 97391 | Cell Phone: 541-224-1756 Email Michele Johnson |
| Terri L Strom | 361 E Graham Street Toledo, OR 97391 | Work Phone: 541-336-2373 Email Terri L Strom |
| Jerry Seth | 945 SE Loren Lane Toledo, OR 97391 | Home Phone: 541-635-0157 Email Jerry Seth |
City of Waldport Mayor
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Susan Woodruff | P.O. Box 1631 Waldport, OR 97394 | Home Phone: 541-563-2479 Email Susan Woodruff |
City of Waldport Council Members, Vote for 3
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Jack Christenson | P.O. Box 2524 Waldport, OR 97394 | Cell Phone: 651-491-9227 Email Jack Christenson |
| Dann Cutter | 2226 N Coast Highway Number 272 Newport, OR 97365 | Cell Phone: 541-270-6996 Email Dann Cutter |
| Greg Holland | P.O. Box 2550 Waldport, OR 97394 | Cell Phone: 818-427-6410 Email Greg Holland |
City of Yachats Mayor
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald L Brean | P.O. Box 1117 Yachats, OR 97498 | Cell Phone: 541-272-1310 Email Ronald L Brean |
City of Yachats Council Members, Vote for 2
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Greg Scott | P.O. Box 1118 Yachats, OR 97498 | Home Phone: 541-547-5470 Email Greg Scott |
| Barbara E Frye | P.O. Box 333 Yachats, OR 97498 | Home Phone: 541-547-5181 Email Barbara E Frye |
Lincoln County Soil & Water Conservation District, Zone 1
No Candidate Filed.
Lincoln County Soil & Water Conservation District, Zone 2
No Candidate Filed.
Lincoln County Soil & Water Conservation District, At Large
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Saelens | 275 NE San Bayo Circle Newport, OR 97365 | Work Phones: 541-574-1285 Email Mark Saelens |
Central Lincoln PUD, Subdivision 1
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Ron Benfield | 714 SE Marine Court Newport, OR 97365 | Cell Phone: 541-270-2746 Email Ron Benfield |
Central Lincoln PUD, Subdivision 2
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Larkin Kaliher | P.O. Box 188 Toledo, OR 97391 | Cell Phone: 541-270-2732 Email Larkin Kaliher |
Central Lincoln PUD, Subdivision 5
| Name | Mailing Address | Phone Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Tom Tymchuk | 820 View Street Reedsport, OR 97467 | Cell Phone: 541-662-0544 |
State Measures
Referred to the People by the Legislative Assembly
Amends Constitution
Requires creation of a fund for Oregonians pursuing post-secondary education, authorizes state indebtedness to finance fund.
Result of "Yes" Vote
The "Yes" vote amends the constitution and requires the legislature to establish funds for Oregonians pursuing post-secondary education, and career training; authorizing the state to incur debt to finance funds.
Result of "No" Vote
The "No" vote rejects authorization for the state to extend credit and incur debt to create a dedicated fund for Oregon students pursuing post-secondary education and career training.
Summary
Amends Constitution. Oregon's constitution generally prohibits the state from extending credit or incurring debt. The measure requires the legislature to create a dedicated fund for the exclusive benefit of Oregon students pursuing post-secondary education, including technical, professional, and career training. The measure authorizes the state to lend credit and incur debt to finance funds. Indebtedness incurred may not exceed 1% of the real market value of all property in the state. Money in funds is not subject to the constitutional limitation on investment. Generated earnings must be retained by the fund unless used to provide financial assistance to Oregon students pursuing post-secondary education. If the governor declares an emergency, the legislature may pass a bill to use the fund's money for any lawful purpose, provided the legislature also has approved a plan to repay the fund.
Financial Impact
There is no financial effect on either state or local government expenditures or revenues.
Referred to the People by the Legislative Assembly
Amends Constitution
Permits employment of state judges by National Guard (military service) and state public universities (teaching).
Result of "Yes" Vote
The "Yes" vote amends the constitution to permit state judges to be employed by Oregon National Guard for military service purposes, and state public universities for teaching purposes.
Result of "No" Vote
The "No" vote retains existing constitutional restrictions on the employment of Oregon state court judges by the Oregon National Guard and by the state public university system.
Summary
Article III, section 1, of the Oregon Constitution ("separation of powers" clause) prohibits a person from serving in more than one branch of government at the same time; Oregon Supreme Court has ruled that provision prohibits state court judges from teaching at institutions of public education. Article II, section 10, prohibits state court judges from being compensated for military service in National Guard. The measure amends the constitution to authorize any public university as defined by law to employ state court judges for purpose of teaching at Oregon public universities. The measure also authorizes the employment of state court judges by the Oregon National Guard for purpose of military service. The measure provides that such educational or military employment shall not preclude a person from serving as a state judge at the same time. Other provisions.
Financial Impact
There is no financial effect on either state or local government expenditures or revenues.
Proposed by Referendum Petition
Provides Oregon resident "driver card" without requiring proof of legal presence in the United States.
Result of "Yes" Vote
The "Yes" vote directs the Department of Transportation to issue a "driver card" to Oregon residents meeting specified eligibility, without requiring proof of legal presence in the United States.
Result of "No" Vote
The "No" vote rejects the law directing the Department of Transportation to issue a "driver card" to eligible Oregon residents without requiring proof of legal presence in the United States.
Summary
Current law requires any applicant for an Oregon driver's license or permit to provide proof of legal presence in the United States. The measure directs the Department of Transportation to issue a "driver card" to an applicant who does not provide proof of legal presence in the United States, but who has otherwise complied with all Oregon requirements for the type of driving privileges sought, has provided proof of residence in Oregon for more than one year, and has provided proof of identity and date of birth. The driver's card may not be used as identification for air travel, to enter a federal building, to register to vote, or to obtain any government benefit requiring proof of citizenship or lawful presence in the United States. Other provisions.
Financial Impact
This measure will require the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) to issue an Oregon Driver Card to an applicant without requiring the applicant to do the following:
- Provide proof of legal presence in the United States if that individual complies with all the requirements for the driving privileges to be sought.
- Provides proof of identity and date of birth.
- Provides proof of residing in Oregon in excess of one year as of the date of the application.
- Provides a Social Security number (SSN) assigned to that individual by the United States Social Security Administration (SSA) or provides a written statement that the individual has not been assigned an SSN.
- Pays any fees associated with the type of driver card being sought. The cost to provide these cards is estimated at $2,794,802 in the 2013 to 2015 biennium and $2,677,144 in the 2015 to 2017 biennium, but revenues are expected to be sufficient to offset these costs to ODOT. The revenue in excess of the costs will be deposited within the State Highway Fund.
The referendum establishes the following fees:
- $64 for the issuance of a Class C driver card
- $5 for the knowledge test for a Class C driver card
- $9 for the skills test for a Class C driver card
- $64 for issuance of a restricted Class C driver card
- $44 for renewal of a Class C driver card
- $30 for the replacement of a Class C driver card
- $6 for the Student Driver Training Fund
- $75 for reinstatement of revoked driving privilege
- $75 for reinstatement of suspended driving privileges; and (10) fee for reinstatement of the right to apply for driving privileges after a delay under ORS 809.280.
- (1997 Edition), which is the same as the fee for reinstatement of suspended driving privileges.
The referendum provides that the fees charged for an Oregon Driver Card would be used for administrative purposes and distributed to the Highway Fund in the same manner as fees charged for an Oregon Driver's License. It is anticipated that this measure will generate $3,510,437 or revenue in from 2013 to 2015 and $4,333,562 from 2015 to 2017.
There are no anticipated effects on local government.
Proposed by Initiative Petition
Amends Constitution
State/political subdivision shall not deny or abridge equality of rights on account of sex.
Result of "Yes" Vote
The "Yes" vote amends the state constitution and prohibits the state and any political subdivision from denying or abridging equality of rights under the law on account of sex.
Result of "No" Vote
The "No" vote retains the current prohibition on laws granting/denying privileges or immunities on account of sex unless justified by specific biological differences between men/women.
Summary
Under Article I, section 20, of the Oregon Constitution, laws granting privileges or immunities must apply equally to all persons. The Oregon Supreme Court has held that that provision prohibits laws treating people differently based on sex unless justified by specific biological differences. No current provision in the constitution expressly states that prohibition. The measure amends Article I by creating a new section 46, which provides that equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the state or any political subdivision on account of sex. The measure authorizes the legislature to enforce that provision by appropriate legislation. The measure provides that nothing in section 46 "shall diminish a right otherwise available to persons under section 20 of this Article or any other provision of this Constitution."
Financial Impact
There is no financial effect on either state or local government expenditures or revenues.
Proposed by Initiative Petition
Changes general election nomination processes: provides for single primary ballot listing candidates; top two advances.
Result of "Yes" Vote
The "Yes" vote replaces general election nomination processes for most partisan offices; all candidates listed on one single primary ballot; two advances to the general election ballot.
Result of "No" Vote
The "No" vote retains current general election nomination processes, including party primaries for major parties; separate primary ballots; multiple candidates can appear on the general election ballot.
Summary
Currently, each major party has a separate primary election ballot. Major party's registered voters nominate the party's candidates; others' primary ballots include only nonpartisan candidates; all vote for one candidate per office. The general election ballot may include multiple candidates per office: unaffiliated, major, and minor party candidates. The measure replaces that system for most partisan offices, including many federal (not Presidential), all state, county, city, and district offices. Single primary ballot lists all candidates for each office. Voters may vote for any candidate, regardless of voters' or candidates' party affiliation. Only the top two candidates per office appear on the general election ballot; maybe from the same party. Primary and general election ballots must contain candidates' party registration/endorsements. An eligible person, regardless of party, may be selected to fill the vacancy. Other provisions.
Financial Impact
This measure changes statutes relating to primary elections. Except for the office of President, it requires that the two candidates receiving the highest number of votes advance to the general election regardless of party affiliation. The measure provides criteria for listing candidates on ballots. It establishes procedures for filing vacant Congressional offices through special elections and allows the appointment to vacant state offices regardless of party affiliation. The initiative contains statutory criteria for establishing minority parties and retaining their status. It requires the Legislature to pass implementing statutes.
The Secretary of State Elections Division estimates start-up costs of $362,640 to modify computer systems. The most likely funding source would be revenues from the General Fund.
Because of the estimated mix of costs and savings, the financial impact on counties is indeterminate.
Proposed by Initiative Petition
Allows possession, manufacture, and sale of marijuana by/to adults, subject to state licensing, regulation, and taxation.
Result of "Yes" Vote
The "Yes" vote allows possession, authorizes in-state manufacture, processing, and sale of marijuana by/to adults; licensing, regulation, and taxation by state; retains current medical marijuana laws.
Result of "No" Vote
The "No" vote retains laws classifying cannabis as a controlled substance; prohibiting the sale, possession, and manufacture of cannabis; permitting the production, and possession of cannabis for medical use.
Summary
Currently, cultivation, possession, delivery, and sale of marijuana are unlawful, excepting regulated production, possession, and use of medical marijuana. The measure allows the production, processing, delivery, possession, and sale of marijuana to adults, licensed, and regulated by the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC). Marijuana producers, processors, and wholesalers may deliver "marijuana items" (defined) only to/on licensed retail premises. OLCC collects tax imposed on marijuana producers at different rates for marijuana flowers, leaves, and immature plants. "Homegrown marijuana" (defined) is not regulated or taxed. Tax revenues and fees fund the OLCC suspense account, Oregon Marijuana Account distributed: 40% to Common School Fund; 20% for mental health/alcohol/drug services; 15% to the state police; 20% to local law enforcement; and 5% to Oregon Health Authority. "Marijuana paraphernalia" (defined) is excluded from "drug paraphernalia" laws. Other provisions.
Financial Impact
This measure legalizes, regulates, and taxes the manufacture, sale, and use of marijuana in Oregon. State and local expenditures and revenues will be impacted by the passage of this measure.
The measure requires the Oregon Liquor Control Commission (OLCC) to license and regulate the distribution of marijuana. The revenue estimate from taxes when fully implemented may range from $17 million to $40 million annually.
The OLCC estimates that the start-up costs are about $300,000 in the state fiscal year 2015, about 2.5 million in the state fiscal year 2016, and $1.0 million in 2017. OLCC's annual operating expenses are estimated to be $3.2 million per year. New revenues are expected to be sufficient to offset these costs.
The remaining revenue beyond expenses would be distributed as follows: 40% to the Common School Fund, 20% to the Mental Health Alcoholism and Drug Service Account, 15% to the State Police Account, 10% to cities for law enforcement, 10% to counties for law enforcement, and 5% to the Oregon Healthy Authority for alcohol and drug abuse prevention, early intervention and treatment services.
The Oregon Health Authority estimates $200,000 per year in additional expenditures for two positions to license marijuana facilities that test marijuana products. This estimate assumes 20 such facilities. New revenues are expected to be sufficient to offset these costs.
The Oregon Department of Agriculture estimates $100,000 per year in additional expenditures for one position to provide rulemaking related to marijuana-infused food products, engage in outreach to the food industry, and assist members of the food industry to archive compliance with rules. New revenues are expected to be sufficient to offset these costs.
Oregon State Police estimates that passage of the initiative would create a need for three additional Highway Interdiction Team detectives as well as training of all sworn members in Advanced Roadside Impairment Driving Enforcement and training of some members to join the existing pool of Drug Recognition Experts. The associated start-up costs for additional staffing and training are estimated at $400,000 in the state fiscal year 2016 and ongoing expenses of $400,000 per year beginning in the fiscal year 2016. New revenues are expected to be sufficient to offset these costs.
The Oregon Judicial Department expects additional court costs to address OLCC rulemaking and licensing authority of between $21,417 and $55,902 in the 2015-17 biennium and between $13,068 and $47,190 per year in later biennia.
Passage of the initiative may result in a reduction in the number of persons entering the public safety system for marijuana-related violations, thereby reducing state General Fund expenditures on community corrections. Passage of the initiative may result in a reduction in the dollar value of fines collected by state and local governments for convictions of marijuana-related violations. Therefore, the impact on state and local governments, district attorneys, and the courts is indeterminate.
New jobs created will generate an indeterminate amount of income tax revenue.
Proposed by Initiative Petition
Requires food manufacturers, and retailers to label "genetically engineered" foods as such; state and citizens may enforce.
Result of "Yes" Vote
The "Yes" vote requires the labeling of raw and packaged foods produced entirely or partially by "genetic engineering," effective January 2016; applies to retailers, suppliers, and manufacturers.
Result of "No" Vote
The "No" vote retains existing law, which does not require "genetically engineered" food to be labeled as such.
Summary
Current law does not require labeling of "genetically engineered" food. The measure requires retailers of genetically-engineered raw food to include "Genetically Engineered" on packages, display bins, or shelves; suppliers must label shipping containers. Requires manufacturers of packaged food produced entirely or partially by genetic engineering to include "Produced with Genetic Engineering" or "Partially Produced with Genetic Engineering" on packages. Defines "genetically engineered" food as food produced from organisms with genetic material changed through in vitro nucleic acid techniques and certain cell-fusing techniques; exempts traditional plant-breeding techniques like hybridization. Does not apply to animal feed or food served in restaurants. Directs agencies to implement the law. Permits state, injured citizen to sue manufacturer, retailer for knowing/intentional violation; attorney fees for prevailing citizen. Other provisions.
Financial Impact
There is no financial effect on either state or local government expenditures or revenues.
Local Measures
Lincoln County Library District
Local option tax for library services.
Question
Shall the Library district renew the levy of 9¢ per $1,000 assessed value for five years, beginning 2015 to 2016, to fund your library? This measure renews current local option taxes.
Summary
This measure will renew the expiring local option tax. Approval of this measure continues providing funding at its present level for the Lincoln County Library District and the funding it provides to libraries in Lincoln City, Newport, Siletz, Toledo, and Waldport.
It is estimated that this measure would raise approximately $326,281 in tax revenues for 2015 to 2016, $332,807 in tax revenues for 2016 to 2017, $339,463 in tax revenues for 2017 to 2018, $346,252 in tax revenues for 2018 to 2019, and $353,177 in tax revenues for 2017 to 2020. The estimated tax cost for this measure is an estimate only based on the best information available from the county assessor at the time of the estimate.