Save Corvallis Schools Announces Recall Petition Signing Push, Sets Numerous Events

In Oregon, folks circulating recall petitions have a ninety-day deadline for turning in enough signatures to force a vote. For proponents of Corvallis’ school board recall effort that deadline falls on April 6, and they’ve just announced a final push, scheduling numerous signing events communitywide. We give you the specifics below.

According to Darla Rush, the acting director of Records and Elections for Benton County, the petitioners need at least 4,577 voter signatures. That minimum is derived from a formula set by state law. If the petitioners are successful, the County would then have 10 days to validate those signatures.

If that happens, they will then notify each of the elected officials affected, who can decide within five days to resign or rebut the petition. If they do the latter, the County is obligated to conduct an election within 35 days.

Save Corvallis Schools is behind the effort; the chief petitioner is Corvallis parent Will Rottenkolber. In January he told us the organization is informal, and that among the group, about two dozen have stepped forward to spearhead the recall effort. They have gained volunteers since, and are offering numerous opportunities for interested folks to sign their recall petitions.

“This recall effort isn’t about any one person on either side. It is about the decisions that this board has made over the past 15-18 months and their impacts on students, teachers and the greater Corvallis community,” said Rottenkolber.

Here is the list of upcoming signing events:

Popsicles in the Park Hosted by Save Corvallis Schools 

Popsicles in the Park is planned as a relaxed spring‑break gathering for families across the district. Kids can play, families can connect, and everyone can enjoy a sweet treat as Corvallis welcomes, hopefully, warmer weather.

There will also be an optional area where community members can learn about and sign the school board recall petitions. Participation is completely voluntary. The release from Save Corvallis Schools says, “Come for the popsicles, stay for the community”

3/26 Walnut Barn at MLK Park 4-6pm

3/27 Rotary Shelter at Willamette Park 5-7 pm

Community Access to Petition Participation

These locations will offer simple drop‑in access for anyone who wants to sign the recall petitions. No scheduled programming or presentations, just a community space to participate at your convenience.

3/28 Goss Stadium 1:30-3:30pm

3/30 Benton County Library (Main Meeting Room) 4-6pm

3/31 Adair Village Community Center 2-6pm

Daily Drop-in Participation (Monday – Friday)

This location is not endorsing the recall effort; it is simply providing space for community access. A volunteer will be available to provide petition forms for those who wish to sign.

3/25 through 4/3 Starbucks 2408 NW 9^th St Corvallis 12-1pm

Can’t make it to an event?

If you can’t make it to a signing event or would prefer signing in a more private environment, Save Corvallis Schools is offering the option of sending one of their volunteers to meet with you. You can email them at savecorvallisschools@gmail.com or visit SaveCorvallisSchools.org to set up a visit.