September and October marked several important and exciting events for Metro and the region.

With summer coming to a close, I wanted to provide a brief update on some of the work we've completed over the last few months and let you know what's in store for the near future. But first I wanted to tell you about an event I recently attended.

As the new month of April moves us into warmer weather and enhanced time outdoors, I begin this season as a new member of the Metro Council following a month of getting acquainted with my new office, my altered schedule, my Metro Council colleagues, and a superb professional staff. My appointment to the Council in late February has given me an exciting 22-month opportunity to be part of Metro’s decision-making team on issues of land use, transportation, trails and sustainable communities.

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