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next generation of Jossy’s to offer fruit to the public. But if Measure 49 passes, our claim will be wiped out, and our orchard will shut down. Measure 49 is just the latest in a series of blunt instruments that show what is wrong with Oregon’s land use planning laws. The current planning laws force us to tear out our orchards in order to divide our property. If we had more control over our property, like Measure 37 provided for us, we could create the lots for our family and keep the orchards intact as well. It’s a win-win for everyone, except for Measure 49 supporters. Small farmers like us, and every other farm family who want some control over their farm operations, are called “greedy developers” and “speculators” by the Measure 49 supporters who don’t have the first clue about our business. It is totally unfair, and makes us mad. We’ve been here for generations. We want to be here for generations to come. But Measure 49 and ill-conceived land use laws force us out of business. What a shame. Please vote NO on 49. (This information furnished by Robert Jossy and April Jossy, Jossy Farms.) This space purchased for $500 in accordance with ORS 251.255. The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon, nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statement made in the argument. Argument in Opposition The Oregon State Grange, Rural Oregonians, and Oregon Farmers Ask You To Please vote No on Measure 49. Tell the Politicians and Special Interests NO! – we have already voted to protect our homes and property 3 times on statewide ballot measures since 2000.How many more times do we have to say it - Stop Trying To Take Our Homes and Property! Measure 49 is a deceptive Measure that makes dramatic changes to Oregon law. Not only will Measure 49 allow government to take your home and property without compensation, if approved Measure 49 will: - allow government to change the rules after you buy your property to take away rights that you paid for. - allow you to be sued by anyone in the United States if you try and defend your property from government taking. - force you to pay lawyers and appraisers to defend your property, and you will also have to pay the government’s lawyers and appraisers who are trying to take your property from you, even if you win! - change the rules for people who have already received approval to build a home or two on their property. Despite what Measure 49 supporters claim, Measure 49 will not let these people build a home or two on their property. - require property owners in rural areas to make $80,000 from farming for at least two years before they can build a farmhouse on their property. - expose property owners in urban areas to huge financial danger – for example, if your non-conforming home or business is destroyed by fire, Measure 49 allows cities to stop you from rebuilding without compensation. This is a short list of what is hidden inside Measure 49’s complicated language. Measure 49 simply will not work for anyone. We deserve better. Vote NO on Measure 49. (This information furnished by Phyllis A. Wilson, President/Master, Oregon State Grange.) This space purchased for $500 in accordance with ORS 251.255. The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon, nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statement made in the argument. Argument in Opposition The Josephine County Farm Bureau Asks All Oregonians to Vote NO on Measure 49! We are farmers and ranchers in rural Oregon. Oregon’s land use laws affect everything we do with our land. A radical change like Measure 49 will only cause more grief, stress, and problems as farmers and ranchers in Oregon continue to work to make ends meet. Measure 49 will make it nearly impossible for farm families to continue. Under Measure 49, a farmer who wants to build a home or two on his property for his kids is going to be faced with: - New requirements just to build two or three homes on his property; - Paying exorbitant fees to the government just to get permission for his kids to live on the family farm - Lawsuits from people as far away from him as possible, who simply don’t want family farms to continue in Oregon. - Uncertainty and confusion as the courts try to make sense of 21 pages of legalese, mistakes and confusion Family farms face enough uncertainty in this day and age. Measure 49 will only result in more heartache and frustration for farm families trying to make a living off the land. Current law makes it easier for family farms to be passed down through the generations. Measure 49’s burdensome and confusing language will result in years of litigation – years that family farms simply do not have. That is why the Josephine County Farm Bureau opposes Measure 49. Measure 49 is another attack on rural Oregon by extremists who do not approve of our way of life. Please join the Josephine County Farm Bureau in voting NO on Measure 49. (This information furnished by Bud Combe, Vice President, Josephine County Farm Bureau.) This space purchased for $500 in accordance with ORS 251.255. The printing of this argument does not constitute an endorsement by the State of Oregon, nor does the state warrant the accuracy or truth of any statement made in the argument. Argument in Opposition ATTENTION ALL FARMERS AND RANCHERS The Jackson County Stockmen’s Association Asks You to Vote NO on Measure 49! Some farming groups think that Measure 49 won’t hurt agriculture. Some farming groups don’t know how to read. Measure 49 is full of tricks and traps for everyone in Oregon, but there is a giant trap in Measure 49 waiting for Oregon’s farmers and ranchers. Section 12.(6) of Measure 49 says that any use of land as a result of a Measure 49 claim made after June 28th, 2007 is a non-conforming use. This is a HUGE wolf in sheep’s clothing. Measure 49 Arguments Official 2007 November Special Election Voters’ Pamphlet 51 | State Measures continued September 24, 2018, Meeting - Item 3