Newsletter: Remember Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 21

Your Freedom Wasn’t… and Still Isn’t… Free! - World War II cost the United States dearly. Our country lost nearly half a million citizens. Many more who lived through combat still carry the scars. Our nation honors all who have served our country to protect us. At this time, we’d like particularly to remember our vets from World War II. A beautiful memorial has been erected in Washington DC to honor them, and veterans are flocking there to see it and to remember their comrades. Don’t miss this 2-minute video! It’s the least you can do for those who kept America free! Subject: WWII Documentary (Trailer)

A local Armed Forces Day Tribute with Flag Rally will be held from 11am-1pm in front of the National Guard Armory, 1100 NW Kings Blvd. Bring your beautiful American flags to wave as we celebrate our nation and those who defend it. Extra flags and "Support our Troops" signs will be available for those who need them. Refreshments will be served.

Republican Calendar
Local events

Thursday, May 19 – Townhall Meeting with Rep. Peter DeFazio (D). 11 a.m. – 12 noon. Bring your compelling questions to face Mr. DeFazio in the main meeting room of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library, corner of 6th and Monroe Sts. He’s coming to try to make political hay over Republican budget cuts.

Saturday, May 21 - Armed Forces Day Celebration. You’re invited to honor the members of our Armed Forces on Saturday, May 21 beginning at 11 a.m. at the National Guard Armory, Kings Road and Lincoln Avenue in Corvallis. Bring your beautiful American flags to wave as we celebrate our nation and those who defend it.

Tuesday, May 24 – AFP Meeting. 6:30 p.m. Don’t miss guest speaker Holly Swanson as she gives Corvallis a big wake-up call about Agenda 21 and ICLEI. This is a must-hear message! Bring family and friends. King Tin Restaurant meeting room, 1857 NW 9th Street. You may order dinner if you wish, but it is not required.

Monday, July 4 - Independence Day Breakfast 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. in the parking lot at Republican Headquarters, 1760 S.W. Third Street, Corvallis. Come on out and have breakfast with your friends. Great selection!

State-wide events of interest to Republicans

Saturday, June 4 – in REDMOND: Constitution Seminar with Jim Huffman, Law professor at Lewis & Clark Law School since 1973. Candidate for U.S. Senate 2010. This seminar will provide you with a deeper understanding of the Constitution. It will give you insight into why it remains our country’s most treasured document. Get more details by sending your RSVP by Monday, May 30th to dcrpnews@gmail.com or call Kate Adams at 541.306.0875.

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New Revenue Forecast News FROM REP. ANDY OLSON
Many of you are still wondering about the current revenue forecast that was just announced. I would like to share some of my thoughts in regards to where Oregon stands in these difficult economic times.

The economy seems to be improving; however, we need to move ahead cautiously. Many of Oregon's families are still struggling to make ends meet with rising gas and food prices and earning less! It is vitally important we use your hard-earned tax dollars wisely and be prudent in balancing the 2011-2013 budget.

I look forward to hearing your thoughts and concerns during the next weeks.

Fast Facts...

• First quarter personal income tax collections were down $22 million (3.5 percent) from the March 2011 forecast.
  
• Fourth quarter corporate income tax collections were up $3.6 million (5.2 percent) from the March 2011 forecast.
  
• Oregon personal income was down $2.1 billion (1.5 percent) from the March 2011 forecast.
  
• Oregon employment was up 15,028 jobs (0.9 percent) from the March 2011 forecast.
  
• Our numbers sure look better compared to the 2009-2011 budget, but history has shown that state economic and revenue forecasts are often wrong. That's why it's important to maintain significant reserves to prevent further cuts in the future.

Job Growth...

It's all about jobs, and this revenue forecast depends on robust job growth. More jobs mean more revenue to fund the programs and services we depend on.

• In the final weeks of session, the Legislature should refocus on private sector job creation and pass reforms that allow us to attract and retain employers.

Compared to last year around this time the Linn County Unemployment Rates has dropped by almost two percent! I was so pleased to hear from a long-time family friend who was rehired by a local Albany company after being laid off for over two years. This is definitely good news.

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City of Corvallis Commission Vacancies
Application packets may be obtained from the Community Development Department, Planning Division, 2300 NW Walnut Blvd or by calling 541.766.6908. Applications also available on City’s website, www.ci.corvallis.or.us (select “What’s New”.)
Return completed forms to the above office by 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 27, 2011. The City Council will interview applicants and make a selection at a time and place to be announced.

• The City of Corvallis invites interested persons to apply for a position on the Corvallis Historic Resources Commission (HRC). Members of the HRC receive no compensation and attend 1-2 regular evening meetings, typically 2-3 hours in length each month. Three positions for three-year terms will be filled beginning on July 1, 2011. One position beginning on July 1, 2011 will be filled for a two-year term. Qualified applicants will demonstrate a positive interest, competence or knowledge in historic preservation; prior experience in quasi-judicial decision making; and/or a community-wide perspective on balancing multiple objectives associated with community planning. Also need a strong background in one of the following fields: Archeology, Architectural History, Conservation, Cultural Anthropology, Curation, Engineering, Folklore, Historic Architecture, Historic Landscape Architecture, Historic Landscape Architecture, Historic Preservation Planning, Historic Preservation, History.
  
• The Corvallis City Council invites interested persons to apply for the vacant positions on the Corvallis Planning Commission. The Commission consists of nine members. New positions will extend from July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2014. Members of the Planning Commission receive no compensation and attend an average of two regular Planning Commission evening meetings each month and an average of an additional special meeting or two each month, either in the evening or in the day.

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