A note from the Executive Director |
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Collaborating for regional growth, Part 1 |
Thanks to everyone who turned out for our full-house forum on Thursday the 27th entitled, "Collaborating for Successful Regional Growth". We had a terrific moderator and a panel of experts who talked us through what it takes to bring public and private sector together for smart regional infrastructure investments.
As Oregon thinks about how to attract and retain advanced manufacturing via potential federal CHIPS Act investments, there is a parallel conversation about what it means to have industrial land ready for investment. Our April forum was intended as a FIRST, not an only, conversation as we work together to find opportunities for collaborative solutions. We left the audience with this question, "What are the programs or policies that will ensure the region has the opportunity for well-thought growth that allows for smart regional investment and that continues to honor the Oregon values of protecting farm and forest?"
We hope you take the time to join us in the coming months as we strive to answer this important question.
Now, go out and enjoy that April sunshine!
Elizabeth
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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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Sign Up Today for the Annual Mayors Forum |
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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 we bring Mayors from across the Westside together for a spirited conversation with WEA Executive Director Elizabeth Mazzara Myers
We will talk policy priorities and get to know some fun facts about our Westside Mayors in a fun new format! Stay tuned for more updates.
Thank You to Our Confirmed Mayors
- Stephanie Jones (Banks)
- Lacey Beaty (Beaverton)
- Malynda Wenzl (Forest Grove)
- Steve Callaway (Hillsboro)
- Joe Buck (Lake Oswego)
- Teri Lenahan (North Plains)
- Tim Rosener (Sherwood)
- Heidi Lueb (Tigard)
- Frank Bubenik (Tualatin)
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 Mayors Forum sponsors! |
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Table Sponsors
IBEW Local 48
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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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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 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 WEA.
Membership Committee - The membership committee is reforming after a hiatus after Covid. Let's talk about optimizing your membership and add members to the WEA roster! The Membership Committee will meet monthly in person.
Policy Committees - Members may attend policy committees and hear from local policy leaders on initiatives impacting the Westside and the Region.
- Transportation - Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the Month on Even Months - at 3J and via Zoom
- Government Relations - Meets on the 2nd Thurday of the Month Every Month - in person
- Land Use & Housing committees - Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the Month on Odd Months - virtual
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Want to get your organization out front?
Your sponorships matter! Thanks to our Annual Partners and Sponsors for supporting Forums, the golf tournamant and other upcoming projects. All of our Forums and Events rely on our generous corporate sponsors.
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