I am asked every week, “What can you do to bring housing to Clackamas County that our young families can afford”. Here is my answer. Since 1973 Oregon has had the nation’s most restrictive statewide land-use regulatory system. A large percentage of our private land is zoned for either “exclusive farm use” or “exclusive forestry use,” which severely limits the…
Continue reading-AN UNUSUAL CAMPAIGNShull has filed for re-election this year and is running an unusual campaign — HE IS NOT SOLICITING POLITICAL DONATIONS. HOODVIEW NEWS:Why have you decided not to solicit political donations this year? MARK SHULL:My intent is to stop the focus on campaign contributions and the amount of money a candidate has in his or her ORESTAR (state reporting)…
Continue readingNational security is the number one mission of the federal government. Border security is part of National security.The current administration’s neglect of security responsibilities regarding border security and illegal immigration has created a situation across the USA that is fraught with hazards. You hear about them every day. You see it on our streets. Cities are collapsing under the load.Has…
Continue readingEaster is a time of hope and renewal, a chance for us to come together as a community and celebrate the promise of new life. Just as the crocuses and daffodils are blooming in our beautiful county, Easter reminds us that even in the darkest times, there is always the potential for growth, transformation, and redemption. GOD’s love for mankind…
Continue readingFiscal ResponsibilityGovernment should have a limited budget that reflects the vitality of the federal/state/County/City economy, while keeping taxes to a bare minimum. Local ControlGovernmental power and functions should be as close to the citizens as possible for maximum oversight, control, and responsiveness. Free MarketsProduction and prices should be dictated by the laws of supply and demand without the interference of government…
Continue readingAmerica must remember its history. As Americans began the business of reconstructing their Country after a bloody civil war, they also reconstructed the Constitution. The 13th Amendment abolished slavery, but still more work was needed to ensure equality of all people. The 14th Amendment enhanced the civil rights of all citizens, and the 15th Amendment guaranteed the right to vote…
Continue readingHOODVIEW NEWS REPORT Sept. 2023 exclusive interview A Discussion with Clackamas County Commissioner Mark Shull Bill Wehr: You took office in January 2021. Over the course of the two and one half years you have been in office. What is an important major issue you have seen accomplished by the Board of Clackamas County Commissioner. Mark Shull: Due to the…
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