Deschutes County Commissioner Phil Henderson announced that he is seeking re-election as commissioner. Henderson filed his bid for re-election on December 19, 2019 at the Deschutes County Clerk’s Office.
Commissioner Henderson is a 30-year resident of Deschutes County and has lived in southeast Bend for the past 22 years. He is completing his first term as commissioner, having worked as a private attorney and homebuilder prior to this.
“As commissioner, my top priority has been helping guide the County with policies that serve all areas of the County and the needs of diverse Deschutes residents,” stated Commissioner Henderson. “I am proud of working to lower the property tax rate for Deschutes County taxpayers and keeping my commitments to make sound decisions and insure a lean, but thoughtful, county government.”
During his first term, Henderson has led efforts to resolve initial challenges with the Deschutes 911 radio system, initiated several affordable housing projects and increased forest fire protections thoughout the County. Most recently, he voted for funding the Deschutes Behavioral Health stabilization center and establishment of this winter’s warming center. Henderson voted to allow Deschutes residents to decide this November on a moratorium for additional marijuana grows in the county (the “opt out”) and contributed to planning for significant Deschutes county road system improvements.
“It has truly been an honor to serve Deschutes County as one of three commissioners,” said Henderson.
