People and Structure reflects the need for a comprehensive strategy in managing and growing the organization, including Board, staff, committees, financial stability/budget, and human resources. As a core organizational goal, People and Structure will ensure an effective organization that is responsive to members and the community in identifying and addressing regional transportation and growth issues. This goal is essential to achieving the vision of the organization:

COMPASS is a widely respected forum that helps establish a healthy, economically vibrant region, offering people choices in how and where they live, work, play, and travel through the planning and support of a comprehensive multi-modal transportation system. (Board adopted March 10, 2005)

For more information contact: Jeanne Urlezaga, 855-2558 x 242

L to R: Bob Flowers, former Mayor of Parma, Linda Ritter, receiving acknowledgment of service to COMPASS, and Matt Stoll, Executive Director	L to R: Mike McGown, Mayor John Evans, Mayor Tom Dale, Martin Thorne, Mayor Nancy Merrill, Councilwoman Elaine Clegg, Kelli Fairless, Mayor Dave Bieter, Matt Stoll, and Commissioner Dave Bivens at a recent Board retreat.	COMPASS Board Chair, Meridian Mayor Tammy De Weerd speaks at a press conference in March 2006, urging state lawmakers to consider key recommendations from the COMPASS Board in reaching a compromise on GARVEE legislation.