About this commission
Resolution 7156 provides for the Economic Development Advisory Commission. Professional experience and demonstrated expertise in key elements of finance/banking, land development, manufacturing, general business, and higher education. Councilors may appoint from any ward. Members must have principal place of business or residence within the jurisdictional limits of Albany.
Upcoming meetings
There are no upcoming meetings scheduled for this group.
Staff liaison
Sophie Adams
Economic Development Manager
541-917-7654
City Council's annual advisory group recruitment is open now!
Members
| Name | Appointed | By | Expires | Full Term* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Hanson C land development | 3/8/2023 | Council | 12/31/2024 | — |
| Tim Weber manufacturing | 3/8/2023 | Council | 12/31/2024 | — |
| Lisa Avery VC higher education | 3/8/2023 | Council | 12/31/2025 | 1st |
| Brent Stutzman general business | 3/8/2023 | Council | 12/31/2026 | 1st |
| Sherrie Payne finance and banking | 3/8/2023 | Council | 12/31/2026 | 1st |
C = Chair; VC = Vice Chair
Membership information
Founding document(s): Res 7156
Number of members: 5
Term of office: 3 years.
*(Appointments within six months of position start date are considered full term.)
Membership requirements: Commission members will represent each of the following categories: finance/banking, land development, manufacturing, general business, and higher education. Members may come from any of the City's wards.
Members must have their principal place of business or residence within the jurisdictional limits of Albany.
Members are ratified by the City Council from a list of candidates recommended by the City Manager out of a pool of candidates developed through recruitments by the City's Economic Development Team and recommendations from the City Council.
Meeting materials
*Minutes are posted when they are approved by the body at a subsequent meeting.
Public Meetings Law Grievances
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