September 23, 2009
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Hoyle Appointed to House District 14
Lane County Commissioners Appoint Her Unanimously to Fill Edwards’ Seat

Oregon House Democrats welcome Val Hoyle to the House of Representatives after she was unanimously chosen by Lane County Commissioners to succeed former Rep. Chris Edwards in Lane County’s District 14 representing West Eugene, Santa Clara and Junction City. Edwards is now a State Senator who was recently chosen to replace former Senator Vicki Walker.

Currently the Director of Lane County United Way 100% Access Program, Hoyle served as a legislative assistant and policy director to State Senator Floyd Prozanski who represents parts of Douglas and Lane counties. Hoyle also has a strong business background in international business and formerly served as chair of the Federal District Export Council of Oregon.

Hoyle said she is committed to continuing the strong representation Edwards provided the district, and that many of their priorities are very similar.

“House District 14 benefited greatly from Sen. Chris Edwards’ leadership. I am thrilled to be able to work with him in his new role and will follow his lead in fighting for our community needs: affordable, appropriate and accessible health care, more stable funding for our schools and attracting good paying jobs to our district and our state,” said Hoyle. “The job of being a State Representative is a great responsibility, an incredible honor and a challenge that I look forward to meeting by working hard and listening to my constituents.”

A member of numerous local organizations, Hoyle, her husband, Stephen, and their two children Aidan and Deirdre, live in West Eugene.

“Val is a great fit for House District 14," said Sen. Edwards. "She will serve the people of West Eugene, Santa Clara, and Junction City very well. I call on her for opinion and advice as I work on issues for my constituents. I can’t think of a more seamless transition for my constituents than Val moving into this new role for which she is extremely well qualified.”

Democratic Majority Leader Mary Nolan echoed those sentiments.

“Val brings a strong work ethic, a great set of skills and a strong desire to serve the people of Lane County as their new State Representative. We are excited to welcome her as a part of the Democratic majority in the Oregon House,” said Nolan.

Hoyle will be sworn in on September 29.