Community Civics Forum & Candidate Fundraiser
Schedule
Fri Apr 03 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm
UTC-07:00Location
Egyptian Theatre | Coos Bay, OR
About this Event
Join Brandi Lynn Martindale for an engaging Community Candidate Forum & Fundraiser focused on clarity, transparency, and practical solutions for Coos County.
Hear directly from Brandi about her vision and priorities, get a straightforward breakdown of what’s on the May ballot and how primary elections work, and gain a clear understanding of how money flows from the state to our county — and what that means for local services, public safety, and economic growth.
The evening includes time for open Q&A, informal conversation, and opportunities to get involved.
If you care about strong leadership, fiscal responsibility, and a resilient future for Coos County, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
Evening Program
6:00 PM
Welcome & Opening Remarks
Event overview and housekeeping
6:10 PM
Candidate Address: Vision & Priorities
• Background and connection to Coos County
• Why this race matters
• Core challenges facing our county
• Measurable goals and outcomes
6:30PM
What’s on the May Ballot
A brief overview of upcoming measures and why they matter locally.
6:45 PM
How Primary Elections Work
• Understanding nonpartisan county races
• Voter registration and deadlines
• Ballot return timelines
• How votes are counted
7:00 PM
Break & Informal Conversation
Light refreshments available
Volunteer and donation tables open
7:15 PM
How County Funding Works
Where county revenue comes from:
• Property taxes
• State shared revenue
• Federal pass-through funds
How funds are allocated and what limits counties face.
7:30 PM
Community Q&A
Moderated audience discussion.
7:50 PM
Closing & Call to Action
Ways to get involved and support the campaign.
Where is it happening?
Egyptian Theatre, 229 South Broadway, Coos Bay, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 7.18







