Economic Development Advisory Commission
What is the Economic Development Advisory Commission?
The Economic Development Advisory Commission is an advisory commission comprised of seven citizens that advocate for the implementation of the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan as adopted by the City Council. It serves as a sounding board for various business community interests, and as the "eyes and ears" for the City in the business community. In addition, the Commission will, as necessary, participate in community outreach efforts to communicate economic development initiatives that impact the University Place community.
Economic Development Advisory Commission Members
| Commissioner | Date Appointed | Term Expires |
| Chuck Foster (Vice Chair) | 05/14/2012 | 01/31/2023 |
| John Siridakis | 04/16/2007 | 01/31/2023 |
| Joshua Koontz | 04/02/2018 | 01/31/2022 |
| Michael Gruener | 05/06/2019 | 01/31/2023 |
| Rick Larson | 01/18/2011 | 01/31/2021 |
| Ron Kent (Chair) | 01/18/2011 | 01/31/2021 |
| Jason Light - Chamber of Commerce Representative |
Meetings
Advisory commissions will not have standing monthly meetings, but will meet to work on matters specifically assigned by the City Council, either as part of an annual work plan or by separate resolution. Meetings will be noticed in compliance with the Open Public Meetings Act, with agendas posted to the Event Calendar on the City's website, at the University Place Library, 3609 Market Place West and on the bulletin board outside City Hall.
For more information contact:
Becky Metcalf, 253.460.5442
