Join us for a campaign kick off celebration, Saturday, January 10th, 1-4 PM at Common Fields in Corvallis. Candidate Wilson will share remarks at 2 PM. All are welcome.
Campaign Kick Off Party Jan. 10th, 1-4 PM, Common Fields, Corvallis
Councilor Wilson celebrates Board of Commissioners’ decision to reconsider approval of the Coffin Butte Landfill Expansion Permit
Adair Village, OR – Adair Village City Councilor, and candidate for Benton County Commissioner John Wilson was shocked and pleased to learn this morning that in light of opponents’ appeal of the Coffin Butte Conditional Use Permit, LU24-027 to the Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA), the Board of Benton County Commissioners have chosen to avail themselves of an Oregon statute that allows for reconsideration of their decision.
“It’s unfortunate that Commissioner Malone decided to listen to the constituents on this issue only after I entered the race. It shouldn’t take the specter of a primary challenge to get the Commissioners to heed the overwhelming testimony in opposition to the expansion permit,” Councilor Wilson said. “Fresh leadership is needed to truly reflect the interests of Benton County voters.”
This decision is not a denial but a motion to withdraw the Board’s approval and allow for further consideration. “Reconsidering the expansion permit is a step in the right direction but the underlying issue remains, Commissioner Malone is out of touch with the constituents in our rural communities,” said Councilor Wilson.
Councilor Wilson asks the voters of Benton County for their support in the May 19, 2026 Democratic Primary. County leadership should be responsive to the community when health and safety are on the line.
Councilor Wilson announces candidacy for Benton County Commissioner
ADAIR VILLAGE, Ore. – Adair Village City Councilor John Wilson has announced that he is running for Benton County Commissioner Position 1 and has filed his paperwork for the May 19, 2026, Democratic Primary.
“Benton County needs fresh leadership that listens to the voters and reflects back the expectations of the residents of Benton County,” Councilor Wilson said. “The voters deserve a change that better represents their priorities.”
Councilor Wilson said “I was very disappointed with the recent vote of the County Commission to expand the Coffin Butte Landfill. As a Benton County Planning Commissioner, I voted against Republic Services’ land use application and the Board of Commissioner’s reversal of the Planning Commission’s unanimous denial felt like a gut punch.”
Councilor Wilson will listen to the voices of our rural communities and provide responsive leadership when approaching land use matters that may impact the health and safety of our residents across Benton County.
As an avid cyclist, Councilor Wilson has always supported active transportation, such as multiuse paths and bikeways, and is ready to work to connect our communities across Benton County.
Wilson’s background as a social worker positions him well to seek solutions to the affordability crisis in Benton County, and identify the needs of the unhoused. He will continue to support the work of the county’s Coordinated Homeless Response Office (CHRO) in addressing this acute crisis.
Councilor Wilson encourages the voters of Benton County to embrace positive change and asks for their vote in the May 19, 2026, Democratic Primary!