views of the less fortunate tiers of this community. He was
the only candidate to even mention “restorative justice.”
He has experience as an advocate and a judge, now serving
as municipal court judge in Veneta besides running a
private practice that focuses on representing employees in
compensation-related cases in state and federal courts.
Leiman is unlikely to receive a political appointment, the
principal avenue to judgeships in Oregon, so this write-in
election is an unusual opportunity. Conversely, Jay
McAlpin, whose error caused this crazy campaign, is
likely to be appointed again when another vacancy occurs.
Springfield Measure 20-195
(Five-year jail & cops levy)
YES
If significant decreases in crime count for anything,
then vote “yes” for this renewal of the 2006 five-year levy
that partly funds Springfield jail operations and police
services. According to the city manager’s office, since
2006 Springfield burglaries have decreased by 54 percent,
theft by 30 percent, car theft by 74 percent and forgery by
70 percent. It should be noted that this levy might increase
property taxes by 3 percent or more — but what’s 3 percent
when you don’t have to replace your stolen car?
Emerald PUD Measure 20-196
roadway. Extending the bond would add 74 more miles of
clearly identified streets to the “fixed” list and do so
without raising taxes beyond the previous bond measure.
(District annexation)
YES
Eugene Measure 20-198
This measure has the potential to resolve long-standing
problems in which more than 700 households are customers
of EPUD but are outside the political boundaries of the
utility. Boundary mistakes were made when the district
was formed, and service lines have been extended over the
years in this largely rural and suburban district. These
households cannot vote on EPUD ballot measures or serve
on the EPUD board. We’ve detected some frustration from
these customers who might not otherwise care about
EPUD politics but now see that the utility needs reforming.
YES
Eugene Measure 20-197
(Bonds to fix streets, bike projects)
YES
We like what the 2008 street repair bond did for
Eugene, cutting into the backlog of streets in disrepair and
improving some of Eugene’s worst offending stretches of
(Advisory on corporate personhood)
The Citizens United decision left a huge hole in
election-related transparency, and that void is one that only
a constitutional amendment can remedy. A vote for this
measure is a call for Congress to act, nothing more,
nothing less.
Willamalane Parks Meas. 20-199
(Bonds for parks, trails)
YES
This measure supports clean water, parks, hiking trails
and the sort of recreation voters like. Willamalane has
been responsible for skate parks, playgrounds and natural
areas and needs this money to do more good work.
Write in
Judge Jay McAlpin
for Circuit Court Judge District 2 Position 7
Judge Jay McAlpin has demonstrated the kind of leadership and dedication to
the law one would expect from a Lane County Circuit Court judge appointed by
Governor Kitzhaber.
“Mr. McAlpin’s reputation as both a criminal prosecutor and a civil
defense attorney is that of a fair minded, reasonable and effective
advocate. He will bring a strong work ethic, a love of the court and
a commitment to the community he serves.”
– Gov. John Kitzhaber
How do you write in
Judge Jay McAlpin’s name?
1. Go to Circuit Court Judge Position 7
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Fill in bubble with pen
Write in “Jay McAlpin” on the line
Send in your ballot
Tell others to do the same!
Keep Judge Jay McAlpin
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