2025 WESTMARC Issue Committees
Get Involved—Shape the Future of the West Valley!
WESTMARC Issue Committees offer our members a meaningful opportunity to connect, learn, and lead on key regional topics. With seven dynamic committees—Economic Development, Education & Workforce Development, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Public Affairs, West Valley Quality of Life, and Marketing—there’s a place for every member to make an impact
Why Participate?
Engaging in a committee gives you:
- Access to timely updates and expert insights from guest speakers and thought leaders
- A platform to influence and support the growth and priorities of the West Valley
- Valuable networking with members who share your professional interests and goals
Make Your Voice Heard.
We invite all WESTMARC members to participate in one or more committees and take an active role in shaping the region’s future. Your experience and perspective matter—and your involvement is vital.
Have questions about committee work? Reach out to Kimberly Jordan at kjordan@westmarc.org or call 623-435-0431 ext. 203.
Let’s move the West Valley forward—together.
| ISSUE COMMITTEE | MEETING SCHEDULE |
| ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Collaborate to Elevate. By joining this committee, you’ll connect with peers committed to shaping a vibrant future for the West Valley—and help lead efforts that build opportunity, prosperity, and innovation. Focus areas include: strategic corridor promotion, industry and R&D attraction, targeted sector growth, headquarters recruitment, and support for innovative housing development. |
3rd Thursday, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m
• March 20 |
| EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Connect. Strengthen. Empower. By participating in this committee, you’ll help drive regional competitiveness, support student and career success, and create a more resilient West Valley economy through education. Focus areas include: aligning education with business needs, refining programs with data, and advancing the West Valley Pipeline workforce strategy. |
2nd Wednesday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
• February 12 |
| HEALTHCARE
Lead. Collaborate. Transform. Whether mapping future workforce pipelines or promoting cutting-edge care solutions, the Healthcare Committee is creating a healthier and more competitive West Valley—one strategy at a time. Focus areas include: healthcare gap analysis, physician recruitment, and attracting R&D and innovation. |
3rd Tuesday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
• March 18 |
| INFRASTRUCTURE
Plan. Connect. Advance. The Infrastructure Committee champions a bold vision for the West Valley—where infrastructure fuels opportunity and positions the region as a model for integrated, future-focused development. Focus areas include: transportation investment, water resource planning, energy infrastructure development, and smart region connectivity. |
4th Wednesday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
• February 26 |
| PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Inform. Engage. Influence. The Public Affairs Committee empowers members to be effective advocates and thought leaders, shaping a policy environment that supports the long-term success of the West Valley. Focus areas include: crafting and advocating WESTMARC's Legislative Agenda, providing legislative updates, and strengthening relationships with policymakers. |
Special Schedule Due to Legislative Session 1st Tuesday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.• February 4 • March 4 • April 1 • May 6 • September 2 • October 7 • November 4 • December 2 |
| QUALITY OF LIFE
Live. Prosper. Thrive. The Quality of Life Committee ensures the West Valley is recognized as a vibrant and desirable place to live, work, and invest—where quality of life fuels long-term growth and regional pride. Focus areas include: promoting regional assets, supporting Rio Reimagined, and enhancing branding and business attraction efforts. |
1st Wednesday, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
• February 5 |
| MARKETING COMMITTEE
Unify. Promote. Inspire. The Marketing Committee leads the charge in amplifying the West Valley’s voice—engaging audiences near and far with a compelling narrative of growth, innovation, and opportunity. Focus areas include: West Valley strategic messaging, branding, data-informed storytelling, and regional campaign coordination.
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4th Thursday 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
• January 23
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