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Advocating for Keizer Businesses

A Strong Voice for Keizer's Business Community

The Keizer Chamber of Commerce represents the interests of local employers before city, state, and federal decision-makers. We monitor proposed legislation, meet with elected officials, provide testimony, and help policymakers understand how taxes, regulations, and government programs affect businesses in our community.

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November 3, 2026 General Election

2026 Election Endorsements & Candidate Responses

City Council Position 4

Maralee Fletchall

Chamber endorsement

City Council Position 6

Dan Kohler

Chamber endorsement

Mayor

No endorsement

The Chamber is not endorsing a mayoral candidate.

Announcement for Keizer Chamber of Commerce Members

October 14, 2026

The Board of Directors have voted to endorse the following candidates for two of the City Council positions in the Nov 3 General Election. The Chamber is not endorsing any Mayoral candidates.

For Position #4 – We received responses from Maralee Fletchall and Tammy Kunz. Chelsea Alionar, who is also running in the race, did not participate in our process. We noted Maralee’s response to the question about homelessness as she is advocating for a different approach. This lets us know that what she understands what we (the community) are doing is not working. We agree.

Maralee is very clear in her support for the Chamber when it comes to opposing employer paid payroll taxes as this is a fight headed our way.

Chamber Endorsement: Maralee Fletchall.

For Position #6 – We received responses from Dan Kohler and Colleen Bush. Dan has a proven track record of standing with the Chamber and supporting our events. He has stood with the Chamber in the past and opposed the employer paid payroll taxes proposed by Cherriots. He committed to doing so again.

Chamber Endorsement: Dan Kohler

For the Position of Mayor – Cathy Clark and Amy Ryan Courser submitted responses to our questions. Both gave concrete examples of support for small businesses, and both committed to standing with us on the Cherriots tax issue.

To that end, we refer our members to their answers (attached) and let members use those to inform their vote.

Chamber Endorsement: We do not make endorsement in this race

The candidate answers/responses are attached to this file

Download endorsement announcement (Word)

Candidate Submissions

Mayor

City Council Position 4

City Council Position 6

The Government Affairs Committee

The Government Affairs Committee at the Keizer Chamber is a way to convene small businesses and government leaders. It provides a unique way for both sides to discuss issues and receive feedback. Chamber members in the room, from a variety of sectors, can provide real-world examples of how policies affect them.

One of the biggest events of the year for GAC is the State of the City event we host with business partners and sponsors in the community. This event brings together the Keizer community — residents, businesses, government officials, non-profits, service organizations, and more.

What We Do

Representing Businesses at Every Level

Decisions made by city councils, state legislators, agencies, and Congress can have a direct impact on local employers. The Keizer Chamber works to ensure the business community has a seat at the table when those decisions are being made.

Local Advocacy

We engage with the City of Keizer on issues involving public safety, city fees, development, transportation, permitting, and economic growth.

State Advocacy

We advocate for a more competitive business environment across Oregon, including reasonable taxes, simpler regulations, and policies that support employers and employees.

Federal Advocacy

We monitor federal policies affecting taxes, health care, labor regulations, energy costs, trade, and the ability of small businesses to grow.

Current Priorities

Issues Affecting Keizer Businesses

Our advocacy priorities evolve as new legislation, regulations, and local proposals are introduced. The following issues are currently among the most important to Keizer's business community.

Advocacy priorities may change as new proposals, regulations, and legislation are introduced.

Local Priorities

Oregon Priorities

Federal Priorities

Our Role

How We Represent Our Members

The Chamber's advocacy work is focused on communication, education, and direct participation in the public process.

Legislative Monitoring

We track proposed laws, regulations, taxes, and local policies that may affect Keizer businesses.

Meetings With Elected Officials

We meet with city, state, and federal representatives to communicate the priorities and concerns of local employers.

Public Testimony

When appropriate, Chamber representatives provide written or in-person testimony before elected officials, committees, and government agencies.

Member Education

We help members understand proposed policies, upcoming elections, and issues that may affect their organizations.

Candidate Engagement

We invite candidates to learn about Keizer's business community and provide opportunities for members to hear directly from those seeking public office.

Business Community Feedback

We gather input from local employers so our advocacy positions reflect the real experiences of Chamber members.

Looking Toward November 2026

Helping Businesses Make Informed Decisions

The November 2026 election will include important local, state, and federal races that may shape policies affecting Keizer businesses.

The Chamber works to ensure candidates understand the needs of employers, entrepreneurs, and working families in our community.

Depending on the race and the Chamber's established policies, this work may include candidate questionnaires, public forums, interviews, issue education, and formal endorsements.

Get Involved

Help Shape the Chamber's Advocacy Priorities

A better business climate starts with a stronger voice. The Chamber's advocacy work is most effective when it reflects the experiences of its members.

If a proposed law, regulation, tax, or local policy is affecting your business, let us know. Member feedback helps the Chamber identify emerging issues and communicate their real-world impact to decision-makers.

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