August 28, 2025 Dear Cherriots Board of Directors, After local news coverage of a proposed business tax by the Cherriots Board of Directors, I wanted to learn more about the proposal and Cherriots’ vision of improved service to our community. Our party cares about transportation and its multifaceted impacts to our community. Additionally, our Executive…
From Diego Diaz and Salem YIMBY: We’re excited to invite you to Salem YIMBY’s second event: Housing 101!At this gathering, we’ll share a more focused and concise version of our problem statement and mission pitch for new attendees. From there, we’ll dive into some exciting updates on the projects and engagement opportunities we’re working on.Here’s…
Dear Marion County Democrats and our supporters, In the early morning hours of Friday, July 25, the front door to our downtown Salem headquarters was broken. Thank you to Salem Police for notifying our building owner of the damage at 5:30 AM. Thankfully, we are not aware of other damage on our block. We have…
Of 12 candidate and measure endorsements issued by the Marion County Democratic Central Committee for the May 2025 Special District Election, we have won 11 of them. This is an incredible achievement, thanks to our Neighborhood Leader Program and the dedication of dozens of community volunteers. SALEM CITY COUNCIL, WARD 6 Mai Vang decisively won…
Our Chair, Paige Barton, announces our endorsement of Salem’s Livability Levy during public comment on February 24. Thank you to Salem City Council for placing this measure on the ballot for voters to decide. Marion County Democrats strongly endorse a YES vote to preserve Salem services.
Marion County Democratic Party Executive Committee member Marcia Kelley made a public comment in support of Salem’s Livability Levy on February 24. Marcia tells us about an important program that already exists for Salem’s seniors and people with disabilities who may be concerned they can’t afford Salem’s Livability Levy. The Marion County Democrats endorse a YES…
