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Community. Accountability. Fairness.

Denyse McGriff for Oregon City Mayor

Vote for Denyse McGriff to represent you in 2022

A Proven Advocate For Oregon City

Denyse has garnered dozens of sweeping endorsements from the community. She’s served in her current role as a City Commissioner with a proven record supporting small businesses, education, and economic advancement in Oregon City.

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THE ONLY QUALIFIED AND EXPERIENCED CANDIDATE

Holding a Master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning, and a Master’s in Political Science, along with her robust on-the-job experience, Denyse has been steadfast in her multi-decade commitment and passion for local government.

Combine that expertise with her love of community, volunteerism for 20+ local organizations, and her authentic desire to co-create a better future, Denyse McGriff is the smartest choice for Oregon City Mayor.

Deeply rooted in Oregon City’s history, Denyse is proud and elated at the opportunity to continue to give back to the town that has given so much to her and her family.

Experience

City of Oregon City - Principal Planner

Deschutes County - Long-range Planner

Port of Portland - Associate Planner/Land Use

City of Tillamook City - City Planner

Columbia County - Associate Planner

Lane Council of Governments - HUD Fellow

University of Oregon - Graduate Teaching Fellow

Senior Project Manager- Portland Development Commission

Community Service

Oregon City City Commissioner and Commission President

McLoughlin Neighborhood Association- past president

Old Home Forum- historic sign group

Oregon City Library Citizen Advisory Committee

7th Street Corridor planning committee

South End Concept plan Citizen Advisory Committee

Equitable Housing Planning Advisory Committee

Citizen Advisory Committee Design guidelines for Historic Districts

Downtown Oregon City Association volunteer

Oregon City Tourism Plan Strategy stakeholder committee

Clackamas County Heritage Council- member/Treasurer

Oregon City Planning Commission- 2000 to 2018 Chair: 2016 to 2018

South End Concept plan

Oregon City Equitable Housing Project

National Trust for Historic Preservation- member Board of Advisors presenting Oregon

Clackamas County Heritage Council- member/Treasurer

McLoughlin Memorial Association/ Rose Farm Management Committee- member & treasurer

Restore Oregon- member

Bosco-Milligan Foundation/Architectural Heritage Center-Board member & board chair

Qualifications

Elected Official - Oregon City City Commission and Commission President

Master of Urban and Regional Planning

Master of Science - Political Science

Bachelor of Arts - History and Politics & Government

Oregon Project Management Certification Program (OPMA) - State of Oregon

Certified Yoga Teacher- RYT-200

"Not only does she volunteer for many causes of our city, she is dedicated to residents of Oregon City, always communicates and tries to advocate for all residents with no barrier of economical or social beliefs. She personally takes people to heart and invests in representing their needs: very relatable, approachable, and inviting to interact with."

Karla Laws

Chair, Barclay Hills Neighborshood Association

"Vote Denyse! Not just because she’s family, but because she will do right by Oregon City!"

Janet Freeman

Oregon City Resident

As a long-time city resident, I appreciate the fact that Denyse is motivated by a deep love for this City and its people, as demonstrated by the thousands of volunteer hours she’s donated to so many commissions, events, and public causes.

I also appreciate Denyse’s impressive professional and educational background. With all the complex issues facing our growing city, we need a commissioner with a strong understanding of city and regional government, who can effectively navigate the political and bureaucratic landscape.

But most of all I appreciate that Denyse is a good person--caring, open minded, willing to listen--but strong enough to stand her ground when necessary to do the right thing.

Curt Reesor

Oregon City Resident

Denyse blends her professional background in planning with a personal commitment to community-mindedness. She is a hard worker who puts the time in to understand complex issues and listen carefully to the input of others. I always count on her collaborative leadership style and ability to bring out the best in people to help shape positive approaches and creative solutions. Denyse's strong understanding of regional economic, heritage, and transportation connections combined with passionate advocacy for Oregon City make her a great council member.

Holly Chamberlain

I wanted to take a moment to thank you for all that you do to make Oregon City a better place. Your devotion to our city is incredible and appreciated by many (me included) whether or not they even know that it was you who worked so hard to make it so.

Josh Habre

Oregon City Resident

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With your support, Denyse is excited to continue serving the people of Oregon City. Denyse is committed to fairness, accountability, and transparency as mayor.

Vote for Denyse McGriff For Oregon City Mayor in 2022