Committee advances resolution honoring Vicki and Jerry Berger for public service
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Summary
The Rules Committee moved House Concurrent Resolution 8 to the floor after testimony from a constituent who described Vicki Berger’s leadership and local civic service; committee approved forwarding the resolution.
The Senate Rules Committee advanced House Concurrent Resolution 8, honoring Vicki and Jerry Berger for their leadership and service to the people of Oregon.
Kathy Martin Willis, identified as a former YMCA staffer, Independence city councilor and House District 20 constituent, testified in support and described Vicki Berger as a longtime civic leader who served as the YMCA board’s first woman president and later as a state representative. "Vicki is 1 of those women whose character impresses you and whose strength makes a lasting impact," Willis said, urging passage of HCR 8.
Action taken: Senator Manning moved HCR 8 to the floor with a be-adopted recommendation; the committee recorded the motion as passed, and Senator Thatcher agreed to carry the measure.
Why it matters: the resolution is a ceremonial recognition of a local public servant’s civic contributions; supporters said the resolution acknowledges community leadership and local service.
Next steps: HCR 8 will be carried to the Senate floor for consideration.