DeYoung announces resignation over inappropriate comments

In a press release on July 15 titled A statement from the desk of Josephine County Commissioner Dan DeYoung
“After much reflection and heartfelt discussions with my family, I have come to the difficult decision to step down from my role. Effective today, July 15, I am resigning as commissioner for Josephine County.
“This has been an incredibly tough decision for me, but over the past 18 months, I have come to realize that I am no longer able to contribute effectively to the well-being of this wonderful community.
“For this reason, I must step away. In the coming days, I will share a formal statement to explain my decision further.
“Thank you to everyone who has shown me unwavering support during my tenure as commissioner. I wish the best for this county and the citizens I have proudly served for the past seven and a half years.”
In a July De Young meeting DeYoung made a comment to county finance director Sandy Kovak which resulted in a written warning and reprimand.
More information is in this week’s county story below.