Vote to Re-elect Keri Hinton for Yamhill County Clerk
Protecting democracy and ensuring public trust through experience, integrity, accuracy, and transparency
Keri has served Yamhill County since July 2022 as Clerk in an elected, non-partisan office with integrity and dedication, bringing 13 years of dedicated public service experience. Keri has managed the administration of 12 elections, ensuring a safe, secure, and transparent process.
Accomplishments Since Taking Office
Enhanced the integrity and accountability of election administration through transparency and comprehensive staff training programs
Streamlined election efficiency using improved modern technologies and security to ensure secure, fair, and transparent elections
Dedicated resources to digitizing and preserving historical public records, ensuring their accessibility and protection for future generations.
Launched a free Property Recording Alert Service program to protect residents from fraud, and provide property owners a tool to keep informed of property transactions with timely notifications
Keri’s Priorities
Maintaining transparency through community access and participation in the electoral process, and local services
Strengthening public trust through collaboration with communities, government agencies, local leaders, and the residents of Yamhill County
Fiscally responsible and experienced, consistently serving as a careful steward of taxpayer money — past, present, and future.
Utilizing modern technology to safeguard the principles of democratic integrity
“With your support, I am committed to continue building on this foundation of trust and public service. Together, we can keep our Yamhill County Clerk’s office strong, reliable, and responsive to the needs of our community.” Clerk Hinton
Vote to Re‑elect Keri as Yamhill County Clerk — because experience, integrity, and transparency matters!
Certifications
Certified Elections Administrator, OACC
Certified Recording Administrator, OACC
US Passport Acceptance Agent, US Dept. of State
US Passport Facility Manager, US Dept. of State
Property Records Industry Association (PRIA)
Public Records Management, State of Oregon Archives
Committees
OACC By-laws Committee
OACC Equipment Certification Committee
OACC Elections Futures Committee
AOC Representative District 6
Beyond Elections
Keri’s experience extends far beyond election administration:
Officiated over 300 weddings for couples from all backgrounds, with care and professionalism.
Engaging in committee memberships that strengthen collaboration across government and community organizations.
Digitization of historic public records, enhancing accessibility and preserving history for future generations.
Certified Passport Acceptance Agent/Facility Manager, certified by the U.S. Department of State, to support secure passport processing for Yamhill County.
Vote to Re‑elect Keri as Yamhill County Clerk — because experience, integrity, and transparency matters!
Meet Keri Hinton
Keri Hinton is your Yamhill County Clerk and was elected overwhelmingly by voters in November 2022. Clerk Hinton is an experienced election administrator, a public servant, champion for voter rights and accessibility, a life-long community member, a wife, and a mother. Since beginning her career in the Clerk’s Office she has overseen 12 elections with a strong commitment to fairness, security, transparency, and accuracy. Her work ethic shows a clear vision of safeguarding democracy and ensuring public trust through experience, integrity, and transparency to the residents of Yamhill County. Collaborative relationships with cities, agencies, and businesses are a top priority. By fostering these vital partnerships, Clerk Hinton continues to build confidence in the electoral process and in local government.
Clerk Hinton has a strong commitment to delivering excellent customer service to the residents of Yamhill County and fostering public trust.
Her leadership abilities extend far beyond election administration. These diverse responsibilities reflect her comprehensive experience and commitment to public service.
She is recognized for being organized, efficient, detail-oriented, and highly responsive while building trust and maintaining strong, positive relationships with colleagues, staff, and the residents of Yamhill County.
