1. (1) The Director of the Department of Agriculture may remove a commissioner from office, and declare the position vacant for cause, including, but not limited to, the following reasons:

   1. (a) Two unexcused absences, or other neglect of duty in office;
   2. (b) Use of the Commission appointment for financial gain or to avoid financial detriment;
   3. (c) Unauthorized use or disclosure of confidential information;
   4. (d) Conduct in violation of Oregon government standards and practices laws;
   5. (e) Misappropriation or misuse of commission funds;
   6. (f) Failure to satisfy one or more qualifications for appointment.
2. (2) The Commission may make a recommendation to the Director of the Department of Agriculture, or the Director may request a recommendation from the Commission on the removal of any commissioner.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 576 & 2003 OL Ch. 604

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 576 & 2003 OL Ch. 604

History

OCC 1-2003, f. 12-12-03 cert. ef. 1-15-04