Villages at Mt. Hood News and Commentary

Clackamas County Complete Community
Villages at Mt. Hood BCC Advisory Board
AKA "Village BOD"

Note: now I am told that the "Board of Directors" does not really want to receive emails from this site.
See "Warning", below. Assuming a reader could figure out what the email address is, a claim is made that the reader is not smart enough to use it, or might use it for "secret" purposes that they would not want the community to know about..

Officers	Term expires	Contact id at VillagesMtHood.us see warning below
Chair 6/2/10: Doug Saldivar	2012	DSaldivar
Vice Chair 6/2/09: Pat Sharp	2011	PSharp
Secretary 6/1/10:Bob Reeves	2011	BReeves
Treasurer 6/1/10: Pat Buckley acting ~~Brigette Romeo~~ resigned 2010-0803	2011
At-large members
Pat Buckley	2012	PBuckley
~~Carol Burk~~ resigned 2010-0803	2013
Shirley Dueber	2012	SDueber
George Wilson	2013	GWilson
open	2013

Warning about useage of email addresses listed:!

While I will try to forward emails to the Villages folk, I can't guarentee delivery
Any emails sent should not have any expectation of security/secrecy on the contents of the emails! All emails and correspondence with this site may be logged and *may* become public.
=> Use only for transmittals that you would not mind being on the front page of the Mtn. Times!

Additionally, there are indications that the Village BOD does not wish to hear from the community. .

Previous Officers and Directors	Term
Brigette Romeo (resigned)		Treasurer-Brigette Romeo (resigned)	5/10-8/10
Carol Burke (resigned)	5/10-8/10
Chair-Bob Reeves	6/08-5/10
Treasurer: Pat Buckley	6/09-5/10
Secretary Judith Norval	6/07-5/10
Nancy Dougherty	5/22/06-6/09
Treasurer 6/3/08: Nancy Dougherty	6/08-5/09
Vice Chair Pat Buckley	6/08-5/09
Robert Baker	9/07-5/09
Chair: Nancy Dougherty	2/20/07-6/3/08
Vice Chair: Bob Reeves	2/20/07-6/3/08
Secretary: Barbara Saldivar	8/19/07-6/3/08
Treasurer: Shirley Dueber	5/19/07-6/3/08
Secretary: Susan Corwin	4/24/07-8/19/07
Treasurer: David Lythgoe	1/23/07-5/19/07
Vice Chair: Nancy Dougherty	1/23/07-2/20/07
Chair: Rick Applegate	5/22/06-1/23/07
Vice Chair: Susan Corwin	5/22/06-1/23/07
Secretary: Shirley Dueber	5/22/06-1/23/07
Treasurer: Bob Reeves	5/22/06-1/23/07

Balloting Statements from The Elected Board Members

Shirley Dueber - May 2006 election; term May 2006-May 2009

Describe why you would like to serve on the Board of Directors and any other relevant information. The first 150 words will be printed in the voting information at the Town Hall meeting. Attach additional pages as necessary.

I have lived on the mountain since 1966 & love the community. I have been involved in the community organizations since 1977 & have an interest in the future of this community.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

Mtn Express Buss Forest Sanctuary for Battered Women and Children

Judith Norval - May 2007 election; term May 2007-May 2010

As a participant of the Strategic Planning Committee since the inception, I wish to see the plans and visions of that process implemented. I am also a member of the building committee for the planning and construction of a new community center, with intentions to remain involved in the process. I have served as president of the Hoodland Women's Club and am currently chair of the board of directors of the Hoodland Senior Center.

Thank-you.

Bob Reeves - May 2008 election; term May 2008-May 2011

The Villages at Mt. Hood have come a long way in two years. As a founding member, I am running for a second term to continue to help the growth of our Village, and also to represent the mountain to the County Commissioners and staff for the betterment of all residents.

The Mountain Express has been a huge success and I want to continue to chair it's steering committee as it grows.

I also want to continue to be a strong advocate for the Complete Communities program which began in 1999 and resulted in the ordinance that established Hamlets and Villages. the Villages at Mt. Hood is the result of Complete Communities and provides community with stronger communication and support from Clackamas County.

Please vote for Rob Reeves for the Board of Directors.

Bob Reeves - May 2006 election; term May 2006-May 2008

I have been involved from the beginning in the formation of the Villages at Mt. Hood and would like to see it become a successful project. As a resident of the community I have a sincere interest in working with the county commissioners for the betterment of the area and the residents. The coming years will see numerous changes and growth in our communities. I feel with my background and involvement in local projects and activities, I can effectively represent the residents to protect our quality of life and help preserve the environment of the Mt. Hood area.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

I am currently chairman of the Mt. Express Bus Committee and serve on the Board of Directors of Hoodland Fire District #74. I am also vice president of the Cedar Glen Homeowners Association. Prior to retirement and moving to this area I have been involved in the optimists club serving as a district officer. I have also served wit the boys Club on the executive board and on the board of directors of the American Red Cross working as a disaster chairman.

Brigette Romeo - May 2008 election; term May 2008-May 2011
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Brigette Romeo - November 2007 election; term November 2007-May 2008

I have lived in the Mt Hood area for over 20 years. I have been an active board member of the Mt Hood Chamber of Commerce (2004, 2005). Also the Tourism Alliance Committee (TAP) with TDC. I am very interested in the growth of our area since I own a restaurant in Rhododendron and am the cochair of the Mt Hood Culinary Tourism Association. I would be a great asset to the board with my knowledge in Culinary Tourism and local activities.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

There are many areas that we could help with, Public bathrooms, kiosk, speed limits, Beautification projects, fundraisers, partnerships w/ other groups! Thanks, Brigette Romeo

Pat Sharp - November 2008 appointment; term November 2008-May 2009

It would be a privilege to be a member of the Villages Board. I have attended several meetings the last two years and support the goals of the Board. It is important to me to maintain our identity as mountain villages, be stewards of our environment, ensure safety for people and vehicles, support our businesses, and create opportunities for active, healthy living in our villages.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

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Doub Saldivar - May 2009 election; term May 2009-May 2012

***County silently changed rules, electronic version not available

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

Previous Directors

Barbara Saldivar - May 2006 election; term May 2006-May 2009

I see the Villages at Mt. Hood as being an entity that can enhance the ability of the Hoodland Women's Club to construct a new and larger community center. I will also aid the other "Supported Activity" projects to the best of my ability. The future will bring up many livability issues to solve; I would like to assist in finding the best answers.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

I am past president of the Hoodland Women's Club and still very involved in their fund-raising. I am on the Board of the Welches Water Co., and plan to apply for a position on the County Parks Board.

Susan Corwin - May 2006 election; term May 2006-May 2008

The creation of the Villages at Mt. Hood should create a platform that improves the ability of the Barlow Trail Association to gain resources for community trails, community parks, recreation trails, and other recreation opportunities. The BOD representation would allow:
   . more effective ability to apply for grants,
   . get county attention on the recreation needs of the community,
   . work with other jurisdictions such as City of Sandy, Metro, ODOT,
      Oregon Parks, etc
   . more forward projects such as:
          o a community center park in conjunction with the new community
             center,
         o Barlow Trail County Park,
         o Bike lanes on US 26, Welches and Salmon River Roads,
         o improved pedestrian walkways and streetscape along US26
         o recreation opportunities on the new BLM lands,
         o connecting to Sandy and the Spring Water Trail, and
         o any other recreation opportunities we can develop.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

Susan Corwin is the Founder and Executive Director of the Barlow Trail Association. The Association was created to own and drive forward the key community issue of our lacking of safe and useful intra community pedestrian and bicycle paths. This need was called out in the Villages at Mt. Hood Strategic Plan created in 2003. The mission of the Association is community trails tying into and enhancing recreation opportunities.

Susan is web mistress for the Mt. Hood Coalition against Drug Crime, active in the Villages at Mt. Hood Strategic Planning Committee and has had a residence on the mountain since 1987. She retired from Intel in 2001 where she was a senior manager and technologist

Steve Graeper - May 2006 CPO Confirmation; Term May 2006 - Feb 2008

I am interested in serving on the BOD because as a property owner and part time resident of Rhododendron for over 52 years, I am very interested and concerned with how the region has developed over the years and how it will continue to develop in the years to come. I recently retired and now can afford the time to devote to the varying duties that would be required with serving on the BOD. Also, I am not affiliated with any special interest group and thus would be able to offer an objective view of the many projects the Villages would like to champion with Clackamas County.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

I currently serve on the board of Directors as Treasurer for the Rhododendron Summer Home Association (the Rhododendron water purveyor). In addition, I serve on the Rhododendron CPO, as Vice President, and have been very involved with the Mt. Hood Strategic Planning Committee for a month prior to the initial petition that was submitted to the County Board of Commissioners for the approval to begin the formation of the Villages at Mt. Hood. If I were to serve on the board I would be very interested in being involved with increasing the traffic & pedestrian safety within the region and specifically within the Rhododendron Community.

David Lythgoe - May 2007 election; not elected

We've laid the ground work and made good progress. I believe in the Villages process and want to continue guiding the future of our community.

David Lythgoe - May 2006 election; term May 2006-May 2007

I've been involved in planning issues on the mountain since the 1970's when I served on the original Hoodland Planning Group. I've served as President of the Mt. Hood CPO. As Principal Broker of Merit Properties, I have awareness of county processes, laws, and codes. Working an living in the community I am close to residents and can represent their desires to the board. I am excited to have the opportunity to help bring the next level of planning to our mountain villages.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

Don Mench - May 2006 CPO Confirmation; Term May 2006 - Feb 2008

I am a 20 year resident & property owner in Zigzag, and have been active in several community groups. I would like to volunteer to fill the board position representing the Mt. Hood Corridor CPO. I have over 15 years of experience working with the land use issues, and also working with Clackamas County & USFS staff.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

I am active in the Strategic Planning Committee, The Barlow trail Association, The Hoodland Fire District Budget Committee, the Sandy River Basin Watershed Council, the Mt. Hood Chamber, & current chair of the Mt. Hood Corridor CPO.

Robert Baker - May 2008 election; term May 2008-May 2009
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Robert Baker - November 2007 election; term November 2007-May 2008

Served two years on the Rhododendron Summer Homes Assoc. Water Board. Wrote the policy on water collection. Served four years on the City Council Derby Kansas. I volunteer with the Mt Hood Forest Service and with the American Red Cross as a National Disaster Relief member.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

As a member of the Villages Board I would work for planned and controlled growth.

Rick Applegate - May 2007 election; term May 2007-May 2010

"I'm keeping you in the driver's seat!" Local citizens managing the community through the Town Hall process is a remarkable example of pure, grass roots democracy. My pledge is to work hard as your advocate on the Villages board. I believe in moving projects and ideas to the Town Hall …for you to decide. I advocate working with the Board of County Commissioners for positive change…change that reflects the mountain character of this community. I am not in a leadership position for any Supported Activities, so I have no known conflicts of interest. I work for you. I was the past Chair of the Villages at Mt. Hood Board. I hold a BA degree in business from the University of Maryland. I retired from the Army in 2001 after 20 years of active federal service. I am a local small business owner. I sit on several community/regional boards (festival and tourism)

Rick Applegate - May 2006 election; term May 2006-May 2007

Our community seems to be changing around us. Finally, we have a chance to have a voice in brokering "community solutions" at the local level. This board requires participants dedicated to the establishing a strict code of ethics to ensure the Villages is not a board of special interests; rather a board focused on designing, through consensus, our community tapestry. I've served as a Director and VP of Marketing for the Mt. Hood Area Chamber of Commerce. I am currently a member of the Mt. Hood and Columbia River Gorge Tourism Marketing Alliance and a Board Director for the Barlow Trail Association and Spirit on the Mountain which is Mt. Hood's Christian music festival. I retired from the Army in 2001 after 20 years of military service, hold a BA degree in business from the University of Maryland, and own Mt. Hood Roasters Coffee Company. I have solid competencies I can share with the community.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

Tourism development and local business development

Pat Buckley - May 2008 election; term May 2008-May 2011
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Pat Buckley - November 2007 election; term Nov 2007-May 2008

Now is time for this community to look to the future. Times have changed and what has worked in the past very likely will not work in the future. The village Board needs to continue to be pro active on ensuring public safety,adequate and safe water, and that the development of our community embraces our historical and cultural heritage.

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

The Board of County Commissioners are predominantly from the incorporated western half of the county. This means the need a Villages at Mt Hood Board that works together and can advocate the community’s needs as a strong voice and in a manner that garnishes our commissioner’s respect.

Nancy Dougherty - May 2007 election; term May 2007-May 2010

It has been a true privilege for me to serve on the Board of Directors of the Villages at Mt. Hood. As the current chair, the experiences have helped me gain insight into the variety of perspectives, interests, and needs in our local community.

For over forty years, I have lived and worked in our area. I understand the needs of our families and businesses-but I have also seen how our community can come together to make things better for all of us. I believe the Villages at Mt. Hood is an effective vehicle for these improvements.

As we continue to stretch and grow as a Board, we are clarifying our role, vision, and opportunities to improve our community. I would very much like to stay involved in this process and I ask for your continued support as I seek to be re-elected to a three-year term. Thank you again and please stay involved!

Nancy Dougherty - May 2006 election; term May 2006-May 2007

I am applying to serve on the Board of Directors of the newly formed Villages at Mt. Hood. I moved to the Hoodland area in 1962 with my two young boys, Doug and Tom Dougherty. Having taught at Welches School for thirty-three years, I am now retired and now volunteer in our community

Describe any community activities or projects you are involved in or would like to be involved in:

I am currently a member of the Board of Directors of the Mt. Hood Cultural Center and Museum, the recording secretary for the Hoodland Women's Club, and a member of the league of Women Voters. I serve as president of the reorganized Rhododendron Community planning Organization and have served as the recording secretary of the Rhododendron Water Board for over fifteen years. I am now recording historical buildings and homes in pictures and dimensional drawings so these may be saved for the posterity of our community. I am proud to call this community my home and I enjoy working with others to make it even better. I am Nancy Dougherty Atkinson and I am running for the Board of Directors of the newly formed Villages at Mt. Hood.

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