LINCOLN CITY, Ore. – Rep. David Gomberg (D-Otis) has filed to run for re-election as state representative in the sprawling 10th House District, which ranges from the Tillamook City limits south to Yachats on the Coast and inland to Sheridan and Falls City.
“I’m honored and I’m proud to represent this very special part of Oregon,” said Gomberg. “I committed to frequently visit every corner of our large and diverse district. I’ve made a point to listen. And I worked hard to reflect the values and interests of the people from the Central Coast and Coastal Range.”
Gomberg was first elected in 2012. His supporters say he quickly emerged as a persistent advocate for small business, tourism, the environment, education, and older Oregonians. In his first term, he was the only House member appointed to the Governor’s Commission on Senior Services and was named Oregon Legislator of the Year by the Humane Society of the United States for his work on animal
welfare.
In 2014, Gomberg ran for re-election. He is a Democrat but was nominated by the Democrat, Republican, Independent and Working Families parties. No other House candidate was endorsed by all four parties.
“I was proud to earn the endorsement of Democrats, Republicans and Independents in the last election,” said Gomberg. “I sincerely believe that good things happen when we work together. That’s why I first decided to run for the State Legislature. That’s why I’m running again. I’m running to continue working for the kids and families who live in our district, for our seniors, and for our small businesses.”
In 2015, Gomberg was appointed to co-chair the Transportation and Economic Development subcommittee of the budget-writing Ways and Means Committee. He was recently elected to a leadership position in the Democratic Caucus, providing an important Coastal perspective to the largely metropolitan panel.
For his advocacy of education, Gomberg was the recipient of the first “Friend of the College” award from Oregon Coast Community College.
Gomberg and his wife Susan own Gomberg Kite Productions and Northwest Winds Kite stores. “I don’t think there are five legislators in Salem that actually own cash registers.” said Gomberg. “That’s gives me a unique perspective which reflects our core economies of fishing, farming, and tourism in our small business district.”
Oregon’s primary election will be held in May, 2016 with the general election following in November. For more information, visit www.ElectGomberg.com.
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