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Staff reports meeting with senator's office, eyes ODOT funding for short session
Summary
A staff member briefed the council on a meeting with the new senator's office and Representative Bunch's swearing-in; staff said the short legislative session begins Feb. 2 and that ODOT transportation funding is a likely area for advocacy on Sandy's priorities.
A staff member, Neli, told the council she recently met with the new senator's office and noted Representative Bunch had been sworn in. Neli said the city is negotiating funding requests and is considering what to pursue during the 35‑day short session, with ODOT transportation priorities likely to be a focus. "He was actually sworn in the day that we had the meeting...So I would if I can get, a follow-up meeting, mayor or any counselors, would you be interested in joining in the conversation?" Neli said.
Neli flagged uncertainty in the statewide revenue forecast and recommended continuing conversations with legislative offices to identify viable requests within the short session's constraints. She provided schedule information for the short session (official start Feb. 2 and a 35‑day duration) and suggested staff will forward dates and details to council staff for coordination.
