Marty Heyen & Raul Marquez (Zone 2) and Satya Chandigiri & David Salinas (Zone 4) discuss classroom size, revenue, board diversity and what they would do if NOT elected. All six candidates were invited. These four were willing and able to participate.

To listen to the six candidates positions click HERE

A glimpse into the May Day celebration on the Capitol Steps: speakers, including Gov. Kate Brown, and music celebrate immigrants in Oregon.

Two out of four Jefferson School Board candidates talk about their candidacy: Kaye Jones, Pos 1 and Luv Paresa, Pos 3. Jones also comments on a recent Ethics Commission investigation into the hiring of a new superintendent.

On this week’s program: the city prepares for another toxic algae bloom at Detroit Lake; city council’s support and opposition to bills at the 2019 Oregon Legislature; and an interview with Salem Attorney John Gear about Limited Liability Companies, usually referred to as “LLC”s.

Erin Cramer and Coral Ford both want to serve their community by being elected to the North Santiam School Board this May 21st election. They describe the district - which serves several communities including Stayton, their skills and why they want to serve.

Michelle Cordova and Liz McIntire, Willamette Heritage Center, talk about all the things happening at the historic site in Salem, with a special focus on the annual Sheep to Shawl event.

Jan and Cindy discuss legislative bills up for final reading in each house, with a focus on bills affecting workers.

Guest host, Bob Rossi, talks with Robert Camarillo, Executive Secretary of the Oregon State Building and Construction Trades Council. They discuss how the construction industry works and first steps in getting an apprenticeship.

Guest Host Bob Rossi speaks with Kelly Kupcak, Executive Director, Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc. They discuss women in the building trades and how to get debt free apprenticeships in the trades.

Allen Pfieffer from Food Share and two volunteers, Melissa and William Meeks, talk about a volunteer opportunity that involves Salem Health. Pfieffer also talks about the vocational program Food Share offers to train people to get jobs.