10-26-00

By Bob Rost, 541-737-3381
SOURCE: Roger Bairstow, 503-434-8912

CORVALLIS - How to get involved successfully and effectively in public issues is the focus of "Choice for Political Action," a skill building workshop scheduled for Nov. 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the third floor of the Oregon State Capitol in Salem. The public is invited to attend.

The workshop is sponsored by the Oregon State University Extension Service Family Community Leadership program and will feature presentations by Tom Mann, lobbyist and political consultant; Patty Milne, Marion County commissioner and former state legislator; and Rhonda Buffington, aide to Rep. Jackie Winters and political consultant.

"This workshop is intended for citizens who want to improve their abilities to participate in the public issues process and connect with legislators and other public officials," said Roger Bairstow, family and community development agent in the Yamhill County office of the OSU Extension Service.

"The workshop agenda will allow time to explore topics and answer questions that participants can submit via their registration forms," he added.

The afternoon session will be devoted to familiarizing participants with government organization and bodies, and will include informational tours of the state capitol emphasizing the legislature and legislative processes, Oregon Supreme Court and legal processes, and Oregon Dept. of Justice and consumer protection activities.

For more information contact the Extension Family Community Leadership Office, 541-737-1581. Deadline for registration is Oct. 27.

The OSU Extension Service Family Community Leadership program enables volunteers to provide leadership skills to Oregon citizens in civic, community and other non-profit organizations. In partnership with the OSU Extension Service, FCL volunteers work with local groups to improve their effectiveness and become more action oriented

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