Meet Your 2026 Corvallis Candidates

The Corvallis Chamber endorses candidates for Mayor and City Council, as well as local ballot measures, that align with our priorities for a strong economy, thriving businesses, and a vibrant Corvallis. Explore our endorsed candidates and measures and learn more about the thoughtful, three-part process we use to make our endorsement decisions.

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The Blue Card is a one-page PDF of every candidate and ballot measure the Corvallis Chamber has endorsed this cycle.


**Print a 1 page PDF to take to the Polls.

HOW THE ENDORSEMENT PROCESS WORKS

To receive an official endorsement from the Chandler Chamber, candidates must complete all relevant steps of a three-part evaluation process designed to assess their positions on issues important to Chandler's business community.


Candidate Outreach & Policy Agenda

Candidates seeking endorsement receive a preliminary outreach from the Chamber's GAC Committee to determine if candidates are seeking Chamber Endorsement. GAC Committee provides Chamber's Policy Agenda to interested individuals to ensure alignment and provide education.

View the Chamber Policy Agenda

Endorsement Interview

Candidates are invited to participate in a one-on-one interview with the Chamber CEO and members of the GAC Committee. This deeper conversation allows a thorough assessment of the candidate's alignment with Chamber priorities.


Core Interview Questions

Candidate Forum & Board Consideration

All City Council and Mayoral Candidates were invited to participate in a public Meet the Candidates Forum, free to attend and open to the community. The Chamber's GAC Committee made Endorsement recommendations to the Chamber Board for final approval.


Board Members

WATCH "Meet the Candidates" FORUM HERE

To receive an official endorsement from the Corvallis Chamber of Commerce, candidates must complete all relevant steps of a three-part evaluation process designed to assess their positions on issues important to Corvallis's business community.

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2026 Corvallis Election: Important Dates

OCT 14   

Ballots Begin Mailing                                       

   Benton County mails local ballots and official ballot drop boxes open.

OCT 24   

Benton County's Recommended Mail-Back Date

County-recommended date to mail completed ballots, allowing extra time for postal delivery.

OCT 27   

State's Recommended Mail-Back Date

Oregon's recommended last day to mail ballots. After this date, use an official drop box whenever possible.

NOV 3 

ELECTION DAY                                                       

Official ballot drop boxes close at 8:00 p.m. Mailed ballots must be postmarked by November 3 and received within seven days.

NOV 24   

Ballot Issue Resolution Deadline             

Last day for voters to resolve eligible ballot signature challenges.

NOV 30   

County Election Certification                   

Benton County's deadline to deliver certified official election results