How is it possible the city could not afford $3 million to $6 million for a known bottleneck and safety issue, but can afford $78 million for a pool and recreation center? Get involved in the Clark County community. Now let us look at what Sen. Rivers did tell her constituents prior to her final vote to raise gas taxes. Most recently, John has joined countless local citizens fighting the Columbia River Crossing, Oregon's outrageous tolling proposal, and the $78 million dollar Camas pool bond. Editor’s note: Opinions expressed in this report are those of the author alone and do not reflect the editorial position of ClarkCountyToday.com. (Prefers Republican Party) I did hear that there is an effort to return all ballots that are found to the individuals.”. Community Service: Transportation and responsible spending activist; campaign manager; organizer Special Olympics and United Way; attends Grace Foursquare Church; Editor The Orient Express pilot union newsletter. What I know for certain is that when police were called in, the response was that this has happened frequently over the past few months or more between Vancouver and Camas and beyond. The three ballots the Camas police officer handed to Scordino had been found by another citizen at Klickitat Park, just over a mile away. The $83 million Vancouver has ‘in the bank” could have been tapped to fund the east Vancouver SR-14 project, still leaving over $50 million for the unneeded I-5/Mill Plain project. John lost his pension in addition to taking significant pay & benefit cuts. After 11 1/2 years in the Air Force, John turned down a promotion and joined the private sector. Facebook: John has enjoyed skiing, scuba diving, travel, and time on his Harley when he’s not busy with local issues or flying. Clark County Auditor Greg Kimsey became aware of what happened and posted the following on social media. Following a year of pilot training, John flew KC-135 tankers, refueling other airplanes in flight. “Voters who don’t receive their ballot by this Wednesday should call the Elections Office at 564-397-2345,” said Kimsey. By John Ley. Why is such a huge park a higher priority than a known bottleneck and safety issue on SR-14? FREE Background Report. Camas resident John Ley shares his research into the $8 million Camas Lake Road/Everett Roundabout. (More on that in a future letter). Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of use. “They were found dumped (along with many others from our community) at a local park. In the end, there have been a lot of games played by incumbent elected officials. Address: Elect John Ley, 444 NW Fremont St., Camas, WA 98607; Phone: 360-254-6225 This is the official campaign website to Elect John Ley. Photo by John Ley. “It appears to be the same group of people who have been caught this time on camera doing it,” said Larsen. Persistence! Please take a second to review our community guidelines, Rallies for Black Lives Matter and Blue Lives Matter face off in Camas. Two members of the Washougal City Council (Dan Coursey and Dave Shoemaker) have told me personally they were not briefed by anyone, Sen. Rivers nor former Mayor Guard, about the movement of the $25 million until it was a “done deal.” Both characterized the revelation by former Mayor Guard as a “slip of the tongue.” They believe the mayor did not intend to share that information with them at that time. What other major transportation projects in the history of Camas have required zero contribution? Next: In the same gas tax transportation package, the city of Washougal received state money for a road/bridge to cross over railroad tracks. “My understanding this was the result of someone breaking into a mailbox. As a Delta pilot, John served in many capacities. There was $21.4 million for the Camas Slough Bridge. John is a retired airline pilot, serving Delta for over 31 years. Education: Portland State University, Bachelor of Science; Distinguished Graduate USAF Squadron Officer School; Air Command and Staff College; USAF ROTC scholarship. John Ley, of Camas, is a Republican candidate running in the August primary election in a bid to unseat state Senator Ann Rivers, the Republican incumbent representing Washington’s 18th Legislative District, which includes the cities of Camas and Washougal. He remains extremely close with members of his family and lives in Oregon and Washington. John learned first hand, the challenges facing mom & pop businesses, just trying to get started. In March 2020, Councilor Hogan and the City Council raised their hands unanimously voting to spend $17 million (all borrowed) to purchase “legacy lands” for a park on the north shore of Lacamas Lake. County seeks applicants for Housing Options Study and Action Plan Project Advisory Group, WSU Vancouver invites prospective students to virtual preview days, County seeks applicants for Clean Water Commission, County reschedules virtual forums on 2019 Community Needs assessment, Temporary closure of SW Eaton Boulevard starting Mon., Oct. 26, City of Vancouver Urban Forestry Program seeks to make a difference, Ridgefield school libraries provide Curbside Checkout, Green Neighbors program celebrates eight years with a virtual birthday party, Vancouver seeks applicants for a position on City Center Redevelopment Authority, Battle Ground kindergarten students return to classrooms, Clark County sets single-day record for deaths due to COVID-19, Vancouver Police investigate bank robbery. Councilor Hogan said Camas couldn’t find $3 million to $6 million for a contribution on a known safety issue. In June 2016, the city council approved an update to their six-year transportation plan. The Air Force eliminated 75% of all pilot slots nation wide. He joins his fellow citizens in fighting for financially responsible, common sense solutions to problems. After 9/11, Delta sadly joined the majority of U.S. Airlines in bankruptcy. Instead of losing the money (as Hogan says would happen to Camas), the City Council and Mayor successfully asked to move the funds to build roundabouts on state Route 14. Address: Elect John Ley, 444 NW Fremont St., Camas, WA 98607; Phone: 360-254-6225 Email: ElectJohnLey@gmail.com . Clarisse and about half of her students held a recital in her Camas driveway this past Sunday. He had to compete to get a commission and a non-flying job. Scordino believed there was a second person acting as driver. Was the Washougal City Council briefed on the topic before the meeting? In high school, he earned an Air Force ROTC scholarship, with a pilot slot. Family members sat in … This will be the first time voting in the general election for her 19-year-old daughter. His opponent is incumbent Ann Rivers. “So you know, that makes me feel really violated,’’ Scordino said. Scordino and her husband took a stroll around the neighborhood later in the day and noticed several other community mailboxes had been broken into by the vandals. Elect John Ley, Camas, Washington. Website: www.electjohnley.com . That’s why the ballots and other random mail are being dumped. The investigation is ongoing. John served as a member of the Board of Directors of the Airline Pilot's Association, for 5 years, representing 60,000 pilots nationwide. Why wouldn’t Camas seek similar financing for the Slough Bridge? Washougal did not lose the money. Learn more about his vision for SW Washington at electjohnley.com. The rest is coming from Camas, and the city council chose to borrow the entire amount. A few questions. John Ley, of Camas, is a Republican candidate running in the August primary election in a bid to unseat state Senator Ann Rivers, the Republican incumbent representing Washington’s 18th Legislative District, which includes the cities of Camas and Washougal. The Camas Police Department reported that nine ballots were found during their investigation and returned to the owners. “My mailbox was hit as well — luckily we had picked up the mail. She was very grateful and appreciative of the effort of the Camas police. Apparently, Councilor Hogan, the former mayor, and the entire city council believed they would get the entire bridge paid for with zero contribution by Camas? It was a community mailbox, serving 10 households. Rick Bell, a Camas entrepreneur with experience in the health care and technology fields, has so far garnered 41.13 percent of the votes in Aug. 4 primary election. Knowing this is a safety issue, why hadn’t Camas set aside funds in a savings account in advance? Elected Experience: Precinct Committee Officer; Air Line Pilots Association Board of Directors and Chairman Council 124; Deputy State Master Councilor, Oregon DeMolay youth organization. Scordino noticed the police officer stop at a couple other homes in her neighborhood, supposedly returning ballots and mail. John Ley is a candidate for Washington State Senate District 18. Presently, Camas is spending $8 million on the Lake-Everett roundabout, on state Route 500. The officer had a delivery for the Camas resident. John succeeded in getting a commission and worked as a Public Affairs Officer for 3 ½ years. All rights reserved. The vandals broke into the front side of the mailbox. “Returning your voted ballot early will give you more time to confirm it was received by the Elections Office, you can do that at www.VoteWA.gov or calling the Elections Office at 564-396-2345.”. Once on active duty, he applied for flight school. “Somebody stole my ballot, and whether it was intentional or not, that, first of all, they shouldn’t be stealing my mail.”. Yet in 2019, two to three years later, Councilor Hogan and the entire City Council raised their hands in favor of borrowing $78 million for a pool and recreation center. So much for promises. My neighborhood mailbox ‘cluster’ was broken into about two weeks ago. “I think people do need to know that this stuff happens,” she added. Spring of his junior year of college, Vietnam had ended and they no longer needed pilots or officers. It’s unfortunate, but it does occur. He was turned down 4 times, but on the 5th time, John got my pilot slot back. Those two, $2.2 million (each) roundabouts have been constructed. Copyright © 2020 CamasPostRecord.com. A neighbor caught an image of the vandals. “Guess what was delivered to me by the Camas Police just now … all three of our election ballots!” stated Scordino. He formed a small business to replace his lost pension. The Washougal City Council was not “briefed in” regarding the movement of the funds until after it was a done deal. Was the Camas City Council fully briefed on the topic before the meeting? I watched the officer go door-to-door around my neighborhood hand delivering our rain soaked ballots.”. He ran for the Washington state legislature twice, a Representative position in 2014 and Senate in 2020.

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