Elections

The subject of the recall is Claire Hall, who has served as commissioner for 21 years building a reputation as an advocate for unhoused people and affordable housing, and is popular with progressives.

Lincoln County’s veterans levy appears to be passing, barely. However, according to the final, official count posted Tuesday, the results are close enough to require a hand recount.

The results of a Lincoln County veterans services levy have flipped, with a slight majority now voting yes. The race is still too close to call and within the margin of an automatic recount.

Fifteen of Oregon’s 36 counties held elections, voting on everything from parks to libraries to law enforcement

The race to represent Springfield on the Lane County Board of Commissioners is officially contested. On Monday, Springfield Mayor Sean VanGordon declared his candidacy and incumbent David Loveall announced he was seeking a second term.

Springfield Mayor Sean VanGordon may be running for a Lane County Commissioner seat next year. He filed fundraising paperwork on Oct. 31.

The fate of a levy to increase funding for veterans services in Lincoln County was too close to call election night.

Preliminary results show Linn County’s public safety levy expansion passing on election night with nearly 53% voting yes.

City officials hope the levy, which was leading with 68% of the vote on election night, will help them cover the true cost of providing fire services.

Springfield is asking voters to increase the city’s fire levy to provide more dedicated resources for fire services.

Democratic primary challenger Melissa Bird said she relates to what many Oregonians are going through, and believes she’ll be a stronger voice on their behalf.

Secretary of State Tobias Read says he’s not inclined to share information with the federal government.