CORRECTION for Upcoming Forum Dates:
Collaborating for Regional Growth Forum will be held on Thursday, April 27. REGISTER HERE.
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Governor Kotek signs Oregon Chips Act
After months of work in 2022 by the Semiconductor Taskforce and more continuted work by the Joint Semiconductor Committee, Senate Bill 4 reached Governor Kotek's desk on Thursday and was signed.
Elizabeth Mazzara Myers, WEA's Executive Director, submitted an OpEd to Pamplin Media - What’s Next after SB4” – with an emphasis on expanding the workforce pipeline and starting a larger conversation about land use regulations and the identification and development of industrial land.
The timing couldn't be more perfect as WEA continues to promote our upcoming breakfast forum - Collaboratng for Regional Growth. (See more event below.) WEA will continue to engage and inform members on initatives to support growth on the Westside.
Please reach out to Elizabeth with questions - elizabeth@westsidealliance.org.
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2024-2027 MTIP Draft open for comment |
The Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program (MTIP) documents how greater Portland communities will invest federal transportation money from 2024 to 2027.
Provide your thoughts on the package of federally funded transportation projects scheduled for 2024 to 2027 in the greater Portland area. Cities, counties and transit agencies across the region have reported how they will invest federal transportation money in the next four years. These planned transportation projects and programs are included in the 2024-27 Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program.
The Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program also demonstrates how the list of projects advance regional goals and comply with federal regulations regarding air quality impacts and environmental justice.
Share your comments on the Draft 2024-27 Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Program by:
Written or verbal public comment will also be received at the Metro Council meeting on April 20, 2023.
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Funding woes for Washington County transportation projects? |
Among other transportation projects of interest, community expressed support for improving Greenburg Rd—between Hall Blvd and Hwy 217—using County MSTIP funds. MSTIP stands for the Major Streets Transportation Improvement Program which was created to fund county transportation projects. However, the Washington County Board of Commissioners may decide to use these funds to fill budget shortfalls.
According to an article, "There has been a good faith agreement between the cities and county that this money would be transferred yearly from the general fund to MSTIP. With this year’s budget gap, however, the Commissioners have been advised to develop “strategies for mitigating a potential FY 2023-24 General Fund transfer reduction and project cost escalation.” In other words, Washington County needs some of that money, which in past years would have gone to MSTIP, to close other budget gaps." Read the full story from BikePortland.org.
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Registration Open: Sign up today |
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Forum: Collaborating for Regional Growth
Thursday April 27 | 7:30 - 9am | Tigard Embassy Suites
The Westside has grown our economy by attracting investment and jobs from key industries.
Given the push at the legislature to attract even more big industry into the region, do we have the infrastructure to support what could very well be coming?
We'll be asking the panelists what it takes to create "shovel ready" land, and how private and public sector can collaborate to build a vibrant and resilient economy, a well-trained and well-paid workforce all while investing in the creation of healthy communities.
Join Moderator Sam Briggs (PacTrust) with Genentech, Portland General Electric, NW Natural and the City of North Plains for a conversation about infrastructure development and what it looks like to partner with local and regional jurisdictions.
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WEA's Annual Mayors Forum
Thursday May 25 | 7:30 - 9am | Tigard Embassy Suites
Don't miss out on one of our most popular forums of the year as Mayors from across the Westside come together for a spirited conversation with WEA Executive Director Elizabeth Mazzara Myers.
Find out more about what's happening across the Westside, what the cities have in store for 2023 and beyond, as well as some insight into policy priorities of the Mayors.
Reserve your seats today, before they sell out!
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Thank you to our sponsors! |
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Thanks to Legacy Health for Presenting the Annual Forum Series |
Legacy Health is a nonprofit health system with one mission: to bring good health to our communities. At Legacy Health, our integrated network of clinics and hospitals covers the Willamette Valley from Silverton to Southwest Washington and everything in between. Our services include, dozens of primary care clinics and urgent care centers, six hospitals, including a dedicated children’s hospital. Legacy also works in partnership with non-profit community organizations to address the most pressing public health needs in our communities including access to care and addressing social determinants of health, such housing and food stability.
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State of the Cities continue... |
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Want to find out more about what's happening on the Westside? Find out what cities and counties are planning? Meet your elected officials?
What better way than to attend your local 'State of..." event. Click here or on the graphic to get more details on these events.
Just announced: Washington County Chair Harrington will be presenting an online only State of the County. Available on Washington County's YouTube Channel, 4:30pm on Wednesday April 19.
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Thursday, July 27, 2023
12:30 pm start | North Course
The Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club
4805 SW 229th Avenue, Aloha, OR 97007
The scramble format tournament (par is your friend) is a fun afternoon with 144 players and sponsors with some of the greatest games, competitions and prizes. Enjoy lots of food, drinks and camaraderie throughout the day.
For those of you who want to have a little more fun on tournament day….
We are heading back to the future! Dress like it is 1986 to celebrate 37 years of the Westside Scramble. Decorate your cart, design your outfits, create a unique promotion for your sponsorship and win prizes for your creativity.
Sponsorships
Returning sponsors, you will be hearing from us soon, but feel free to reach out to Dani to get your sponsorship set up.
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Looking to get more involved with WEA?
There are lots of opportunities to engage. In addition to our regular Forums, members can join a committee. Come to every meeting, or just pop in for the topics of interest. Reach out to Dani to get connected with Transportation, Government Relations or Land Use & Housing committees.
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