Jason Fields (Yamhill County Commissioner Board Position 3, Oregon, candidate 2026)
Jason Fields is running for election to the Yamhill County Commissioner Board Position 3 in Oregon. Fields is on the ballot in the primary on May 19, 2026.[source]
Fields completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.
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Biography
Jason Fields provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on March 31, 2026:
- High school: Rex Putnam High School
- Profession: Business Owner
- Incumbent officeholder: No
- Campaign website
- Campaign endorsements
- Campaign Facebook
Elections
Nonpartisan primary
Nonpartisan primary election for Yamhill County Commissioner Board Position 3
Jason Fields (Nonpartisan), Neyssa Hays (Nonpartisan), and David S. Wall (Nonpartisan) are running in the primary for Yamhill County Commissioner Board Position 3 on May 19, 2026.
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Endorsements
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Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Jason Fields completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Fields' responses.
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- No New Taxes Jason Fields is firmly opposed to new taxes at both the state and county level. He helped gather signatures to put the gas tax increase on the ballot so voters could have a say, and he opposed efforts to move that vote or limit voter participation. At the county level, Jason is a hard no on a new Transient Lodging Tax (TLT) and other fee increases that burden families, small businesses, and the local economy. He believes government should live within its means and that taxpayers should not be the first solution to every budget challenge.
- Creative Revenue Without Raising Taxes Jason believes Yamhill County must think differently about revenue. Instead of raising taxes, he is proposing innovative ideas like developing a year-round amphitheater as part of a modernized fairgrounds. This project would attract visitors from across the region, support local businesses, and generate new revenue for the county to fund parks, public safety, and other services. Jason’s approach is simple: grow the economy and bring new dollars into the county—without asking residents to pay more in taxes.
- Protect Core Services, Control Spending Jason is committed to protecting core county services while maintaining fiscal discipline. With revenue growing at a limited rate, the county must prioritize essential functions like public safety, public health, and infrastructure. As a member of the Yamhill County Budget Committee, Jason has experience making tough decisions to balance budgets, protect reserves, and ensure long-term stability. He believes responsible leadership means aligning spending with revenue, focusing on what matters most, and delivering reliable services taxpayers depend on.
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Campaign website
Fields' campaign website stated the following:
LIVABILITY
"I'm running to protect what makes Yamhill County special. That means safe neighborhoods, reliable infrastructure, strong schools, and open spaces where families can thrive. As a small business owner and budget committee member, I know that good government doesn't mean more government - it means the right priorities. I'll fight to make sure growth is thoughtful, not rushed, and that the decisions we make today protect our quality of life tomorrow."
PUBLIC SAFETY
"As a small business owner and longtime budget committee member, I've seen firsthand how much of our limited local funding is devoted to public safety - nearly 70% of our discretionary budget. I fully support law enforcement and the vital work they do. I'll fight for strategic investments in prevention, emergency response, and victim services, while pushing back on bloated costs, unfunded mandates, and state policies that put our deputies and communities at risk."
THE NEXT GENERATION
"Not every kid needs to go to a four-year university to succeed - and that's okay. I built my life through hard work, hands-on learning, and real-world experience. We need to do more to support vocational education, job training, and apprenticeships so that every young person in Yamhill County can build a future they're proud of. Whether it's welding, coding, nursing, or the trades - our youth deserve opportunity, not just debt."
LAND USE
"I believe land use decisions are some of the most important work of a county commissioner. I support common-sense, locally driven growth that protects farmland, respects property rights, and keeps our small towns livable. We need to continue careful consideration of land use changes coming from the State and from ballot measures. Let's plan with intention - not political pressure."
— Jason Fields' campaign website (April 2, 2026)
See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
