MAY 20TH ELECTION UPDATE
Here's an update on the Oregon May 20th Special Election, based on recent information:
1. Election Overview:
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A special election was held in Oregon on May 20, 2025.
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There were no statewide measures on the ballot.
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The election included a variety of local races and measures, such as school board positions and bond measures.
2. Key Results and Measures:
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Portland Public Schools (PPS) Bond: Voters approved a $1.83 billion bond measure for school construction and modernization.
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The bond extends the current property tax rate of $2.50 per $1,000 of assessed value.
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The bond measure passed with nearly 59% of the vote.
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School Board Races:
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Christy Splitt, an incumbent, won the Portland Public Schools Board, Zone 1, race with 82% of the vote.
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Paul Tabron Jr. is projected to win the Parkrose School Board, Position 1, race.
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Several other school board positions across different districts were filled, many of which were uncontested.
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Other Measures:
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A Tigard-Tualatin School District bond for safety, security, modernization and facilities also passed.
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The Portland Public Schools bond measure was the largest school bond in Oregon history.
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3. Voter Turnout:
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Turnout for the special election was just under 19%, which is typical for Oregon special elections.
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Special election turnout is generally lower than in general elections.
4. Important Dates:
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June 16, 2025: Official certified results of the election will be available.
In summary: The May 20th special election saw voters approve a significant bond measure for Portland Public Schools, along with other local measures and school board elections. Voter turnout was typical for a special election in Oregon.
Unofficial preliminary results will be available May 20 after 8 p.m.
Unofficial final results will be available May 28,
while certified results will be available June 16.
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