Marion SWCD Board Write-In Opportunity

Interested in Helping Shape Conservation in Marion County?

Several Marion Soil & Water Conservation District Board positions are open to qualified write-in candidates for the November 3, 2026 General Election.

Serving on the Marion SWCD Board is an opportunity to bring your perspective and experience to local conservation and help guide the work of your Soil & Water Conservation District.

Open positions eligible for Write-In Candidacy: Zones 1, 2, 3, and 5

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In a Nutshell: How to Become a Write-In Candidate

Interested? Here’s the process at a glance:

1. Find your zone
Use the SWCD Zone Map to confirm you live in an open zone.

2. Complete the write-in form
Download and complete the Oregon Department of Agriculture’s write-in candidate form.

3. Submit your form by October 20
Your completed form must be submitted to the Oregon Department of Agriculture by 5:00 p.m. on October 20, 2026.

4. Participate in the November 3 election
Once the write-in filing process is complete, your name will be eligible to receive write-in votes for the position. The candidate receiving the most votes for the position is elected.

5. If elected, begin serving in January 2027.

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Curious What Board Service Could Look Like?

Board service is more than attending meetings. Directors help shape District priorities, provide oversight, connect with the community, and bring their own knowledge and perspective to local conservation.

Want to learn more? We’ve put together a detailed guide covering eligibility, what Directors do, time commitment, what Board service can offer you, terms of service, and the write-in process.

[LEARN MORE ABOUT SERVING ON THE MARION SWCD BOARD →]

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Questions?

For questions about serving on the Marion SWCD Board, contact Brenda Sanchez, District Manager, at Brenda.Sanchez@marionswcd.net.

For questions about Marion SWCD, our conservation work, programs, or services, contact Amy Zimmer, Communications & Outreach Specialist, at Amy.Zimmer@marionswcd.net.

Marion SWCD provides this information to help community members understand the Board service opportunity and the write-in process. The District does not endorse or recommend candidates.

Marion SWCD prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or a part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program.  Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact the District Manager at 503-871-7311.