Vision into Action Coalition seeking volunteers!

On September 19, 2007 Mayor Tom Potter announced that visionPDX would begin building a Vision into Action Coalition to organize community groups, government, businesses and other partners willing to work collaboratively on ideas expressed in our community vision (http://www.visionpdx.com/reading_room/vision_document/).

We are currently seeking community members who are interested in serving on the Vision into Action Coalition's Steering Committee. The Steering Committee will be comprised of 15-20 people who reflect Portlanders' diverse cultures, perspectives and experiences. Committee members will come from a variety of backgrounds, from business people and neighborhood advocates to educators, artists and government employees. Those interested in serving on the Steering Committee are asked to apply for consideration (for full instructions, see the attached announcement).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested community members are asked to submit a letter of no more than two pages in length with the information and answers to questions below. The deadline is Friday, February 8, 2008 at 5:00 PM.
 

• Applications should include:    Name
•                                             Address
•                                             Phone Number
•                                             E-mail address
• A brief list of professional, volunteer and personal experience
• Two references (with contact information) who are knowledgeable about the applicant's skills and perspective related to serving on the VIA Coalition Steering Committee.
• In addition, applicants are asked to respond to the following questions:

1. The Steering Committee will be reflective of Portland's diversity and broad range of perspectives. Please tell us briefly how your background and experience contribute to perspectives you would bring to the Coalition.
2. What makes Portland special to you?
3. From your perspective, what would be a successful outcome of this Coalition effort?
4. Please give us a brief example of a time you have worked in a group setting with various viewpoints and communication styles. How did you support understanding among the group and help promote action?

Applications can be submitted online or by e-mail fax, mail or in person to the following:
Online Application: www.visionpdx.com
Contact: Stephanie D. Stephens  E-mail: stephanie.stephens@ci.portland.or.us
Fax:  (503) 823-5844
Address:  1900 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 7100  Portland, Oregon 97201
For more information, contact visionPDX Project Manager Stephanie D. Stephens at (503) 823-9588.
Carmen Caballero Rubio    Office of Mayor Tom Potter   Ph (503) 823-3578