Everything feels complicated. Rick’s focus is simple. Run our county responsibly. Steward your tax dollars. Keep our community safe.
Create opportunities for you and your family to thrive.

RICK DYER - EXPERIENCED LEADERSHIP

  • First elected to the Jackson County Board of Commissioners in November 2014
  • Re-elected in 2018 and 2022, and serving as Board Chair in 2026
  • Owned and ran several small and large businesses in Jackson County
  • Licensed attorney
  • Rick shows up - In nearly 12 years, Rick has attended 98% of the Wednesday Board of Commissioner meetings.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY - WITHOUT RAISING TAXES

Sometimes leadership means getting creative. Rick leveraged over $50 million in federal grants to build the multi-use facility at the Expo — an emergency relief center, a tourism and economic driver, and a community recreation hub.

  • Airport projects driving tourism, prosperity, and more direct flights, including the terminal and runway expansion now underway
  • The completed Southern Oregon RV Park — boosting tourism and funding our county parks
  • New district attorney’s offices — giving our prosecutors the space and security they need to take on serious crime and stand up for victims
  • The new Justice Court building — traffic cases moved out of the downtown courthouse so courtrooms can handle serious crime
  • And more — all without raising your local taxes

Keep Rick Dyer working for Jackson County

Vote by Tuesday, November 3, 2026 — Re-elect Rick Dyer,
Jackson County Commissioner, Position 1

Staunch advocacy:

As one of the elected officials who consistently held Kate Brown accountable, Rick Dyer successfully led the charge to get the federal CARES Act funds intended for Jackson County released that were being improperly retained by the state. This funding was then distributed to Jackson County businesses and individuals that had been adversely impacted by the state lockdowns and business restrictions when they were most desperately needed.

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners declared a state of emergency due to the impacts of illegal marijuana and the need for enforcement resources that had been ignored by the state for years. Rick Dyer raised awareness throughout the state with scores of media interviews, press conferences, and public announcements. This effort ultimately resulted in the Oregon Legislature authorizing twenty-five million dollars statewide this year, with more to come, to battle the drug cartels and illegal marijuana problems.

 

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners has consistently advocated for state Covid-19 policies that balanced public health with businesses' ability to operate and survive, students' need to learn and thrive, and individual personal freedoms and choices.

The Board has also tirelessly advocated for better forest management and fire suppression policies. These efforts have resulted in better coordination with federal agencies and more aggressive fire suppression policies.

Experience and education:

Rick Dyer has lived in Southern Oregon for 57 years, raised a family here, and has owned and operated businesses here. He has 23 years of experience in local government, including the last 11 years as your County Commissioner. He has degrees in law and business administration and accounting. He has the experience to know what Jackson County needs and the unique skill set to do what needs to be done.

Jackson County needs this type of strong and experienced leadership now more than ever. Vote to re-elect Rick Dyer for Jackson County Commissioner.

Thank You to the voters of Jackson County for re-electing me as your commissioner.

It is hard to believe it has been over eleven years since becoming one of your Jackson County Commissioners. I want you to know that I have enjoyed every minute of it, and I’m as energized today just as much as when I was running for office in 2014. It will be an honor to continue to deal with complex issues and create common-sense solutions. Now is the time to rally together again with renewed purpose!

I am truly honored and humbled by the tremendous support I received over the past eleven years from everyone.

Rick Dyer

Rick Dyer - Strong Leadership for Jackson County

Excellent stewardship of public resources:

Rick Dyer has provided fiscally responsible leadership that has Jackson County in an excellent financial position and steadily improving year over year. Jackson County has been able to provide a high level of service to the public, invest in and maintain infrastructure, pay off debt and build financial reserves without ever raising taxes.

Staunch advocacy:

As one of the elected officials who consistently held Kate Brown accountable, Rick Dyer successfully led the charge to get the federal CARES Act funds intended for Jackson County released that were being improperly retained by the state. This funding was then distributed to Jackson County businesses and individuals that had been adversely impacted by the state lockdowns and business restrictions when they were most desperately needed.

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners declared a state of emergency due to the impacts of illegal marijuana and the need for enforcement resources that had been ignored by the state for years. Rick Dyer raised awareness throughout the state with scores of media interviews, press conferences, and public announcements. This effort ultimately resulted in the Oregon Legislature authorizing twenty-five million dollars statewide this year, with more to come, to battle the drug cartels and illegal marijuana problems.

 

The Jackson County Board of Commissioners has consistently advocated for state Covid-19 policies that balanced public health with businesses' ability to operate and survive, students' need to learn and thrive, and individual personal freedoms and choices.

The Board has also tirelessly advocated for better forest management and fire suppression policies. These efforts have resulted in better coordination with federal agencies and more aggressive fire suppression policies.

Experience and education:

Rick Dyer has lived in Southern Oregon for 47 years, raised a family here, and has owned and operated businesses here. He has 23 years of experience in local government, including the last 12 years as your County Commissioner. He has degrees in law and business administration and accounting. He has the experience to know what Jackson County needs and the unique skill set to do what needs to be done.

Jackson County needs this type of strong and experienced leadership now more than ever. Vote to re-elect Rick Dyer for Jackson County Commissioner.