Advocacy

Our policy committees are core elements of our programming that provide our members an opportunity to engage with policy & project experts as well as elected leaders from throughout our region, in addition to providing critical project updates.

Starting in 2023, the Transportation and Land Use & Housing Committees will meet every other month, with a hold on alternating months for emerging issues. The Government Relations Committee meets monthly throughout the year. See specific dates below.

Committees do not meet in December.
Open to WEA members only.

Government Relations Committee

The Government Relations Committee monitors key legislation and regulations impacting business on the Westside. Committee meetings include presentations from strategic consultants and agency leads, allowing the committee members to determine action or support. This committee meets the second Tuesday of every month from 7:30 – 9am IN PERSON. Members, click this link to sign up to receive calendar invites for the Government Relations Committee.

2023 Meeting Dates: Jan 16, Feb 9, Mar 9, Apr 13, May 11, Jun 8, Aug 10, Sep 14, Oct 12, Nov 9

Land Use & Housing Committee

The Land Use & Housing Committee members are invited to attend meetings to hear presentations about developments and planning and discuss important items to keep a tab on. From Industrial land supply to regional housing needs, this committee provides insider information and an opportunity to identify advocacy opportunities. This committee meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month from 12:00 – 1:30pm using an ONLINE attendance model. Members, click this link to sign up to receive calendar invites for the Land Use & Housing Committee.

2023 Dates: Jan 18, Mar 15, May 17, Jul 19, Sep 20, Nov 22
“On Hold” months: Feb 15, Apr 19, Jun 21, Aug 23, Oct 18.

Transportation Committee

The Transportation Committee reviews pending and upcoming transportation projects impacting the region. With presentations from key agencies and consultants, committee members have an opportunity to discuss and comment on projects. This committee meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 7:30 – 9am using a hybrid attendance model. Members, click this link to sign up to receive calendar invites for the Transportation Committee.

2023 Meeting Dates: Feb 8, Apr 12, Jun 14, Aug 9, Oct 11.
“On Hold” months: Mar 8, May 10, Jul 12, Sep 13, Nov 8

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