The Northeast Area Commission on Transportation has scheduled a meeting for May 1st in La Grande to address the pressing matters of state, county, and city transportation projects. Set to take place at the Oregon Department of Transportation Region 5 Headquarters located at 3012 Island Avenue, the gathering is primed to run from 9:00 a.m. to noon Pacific Time. Open to public presence, the occasion promises updates on a host of transportation-related topics, as disclosed by government communications.
Inclusive efforts have been made to ensure the venue is accessible to differently-abled persons in adherence to the Americans with Disabilities Act. For those unable to physically attend, a teleconference line has been made available; by dialing 1-971-277-1965 and entering the meeting code 716 690 720#, participants can to thoroughly engage in the discussions at hand. The Northeast Area Commission on Transportation functions as an advisory collective, chartered by the Oregon Transportation Commission, and is tasked to holistically face the myriad aspects of transportation infrastructure and policy.
Comprised of community leaders and partners spanning Morrow, Umatilla, Wallowa, Union, and Baker counties, as well as representatives of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, the commission reflects a breadth of regional stakeholders. Time for public comments has been specifically carved out in the agenda, demonstrating a commitment to community input. Those wishing to voice their perspectives or inquire about project proposals are encouraged to contact Sheri Folsom at 541-963-3179 to schedule their participation.
Further details about the functions and objectives of Area Transportation Commissions can be found at the Oregon government's official website. In the event that attendees require meeting information in alternate formats, requests should be directed to Sheri Folsom via phone at 541-963-3179 or through email at [email protected], ideally with a notification period of no less than 48 hours before the meeting.
