Liz Martin resigned from the Lincoln County School District Board of Directors at the September 9, 2025 regular board meeting, concluding 15 years of dedicated service. As a representative of Zone 2, she most recently served as Vice Chair and previously held the Chair position for many years. During her tenure on the Board, Liz helped hire three superintendents, was instrumental in creating the District Strategic Plan and Equity Policy, and played a key role in securing partnerships and funding that have benefited district-wide programs and students.
Liz was an indispensable leader in the recent passage of the $73.3 million bond in May 2025, which will fund repairs and upgrades across all schools, expand modern learning opportunities, and deliver important health, safety, and security improvements. She also played a pivotal role in the passage of the $63 million bond in 2011, which resulted in a new high school built outside the tsunami zone along with district-wide safety and accessibility enhancements. In recognition of her leadership, Liz was named Oregon School Board Member of the Year in 2023.
In her resignation letter, Liz wrote that she was honored to serve on the board. “It is with a heavy heart that I resign, but it’s time. I believe that the Board is moving ahead in the right direction with strong leadership and a bright vision for the future.”
Before joining the Board, Liz devoted 22 years to volunteer service in the district — developing a parent volunteer program, fundraising with Booster Clubs, mentoring high school students, and serving on Site Councils in Newport schools for over two decades. She also spearheaded bringing the Oregon High School Equestrian Team to LCSD, creating another meaningful opportunity for students.
A third‑generation Lincoln County resident, Liz grew up in Depoe Bay attending one of the county’s last two‑room schoolhouses. Continuing her family’s long tradition of community service, she serves as Chair of the Depoe Bay Harbor Commission and is an advisory board member of Neighbors For Kids. Liz lives in Depoe Bay and is the proud mother of two children and two grandsons. We thank Liz for her years of service and the lasting impact she has made on our schools and community!
The board is now accepting applications from those interested in serving as an interim board member from the time of appointment through June 30, 2027. Interested applicants can find an application and more information on the district’s website at www.lincoln.k12.or.us/our-district/board.