Aaron McNally, Owner and Manager of Mt Hood Ductless and Executive Director of Green NW, shares the impact of his non-profit Green NW. This organization is dedicated to supporting individuals from underserved communities and veterans aspiring to HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) careers.
Marlys Mock, managing the outreach team for the $1.6 billion Willamette Water Supply Program, will discuss updates on the project. Her role involves coordinating and communicating with staff and the public regarding the construction of over 30 miles of large diameter pipeline, a water storage tank, and a new water treatment plant. This seismically resilient system is expected to be operational by 2026, enhancing water supply infrastructure in the region.
Kim Rybold and Matt Lorenzen will provide an update on the implementation of the 2019 Town Center Plan, which establishes a vision for a vibrant, walkable destination that inspires people to come together and socialize, shop, live, and work. This update will include information on the first mixed-use project to be approved in Town Center and the City’s efforts to assess Urban Renewal as a funding source for some of the Town Center Plan’s infrastructure projects.
Fentanyl is in news daily but what is happening with other illicit drugs in Oregon? Ned Walls will discuss Methamphetamine and Cocaine in Oregon. Ned is the Deputy Director of the Oregon-Idaho HIDTA (High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area).
Andrea Logan Sanders, President & CEO of Boys & Girls Aid, will discuss what Boys & Girls Aid (BGAid) does for the Oregon youth they serve. Andrea will be sharing: The Heart of BGA Mission, Notable Achievements, and Future Initiatives and Collaborations.