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COMPASS Public Participation Workgroup Membership Application

The Community Planning Association of Southwest Idaho (COMPASS) is an association of cities, counties, highway districts, and other government agencies who plan for the future of Ada, Boise, and Canyon Counties.

COMPASS shapes the future of the region by developing the regional long-range transportation plan for Ada and Canyon Counties (Communities in Motion), facilitating regional cooperation, and directing where and how federal transportation funds will be spent in Ada and Canyon Counties. While COMPASS does not own buses or build roads, it is COMPASS’ responsibility to ensure that federal transportation dollars are spent on projects that benefit the region as a whole. Learn more about COMPASS at https://compassidaho.org/.

The COMPASS Public Participation Workgroup advises COMPASS staff on public participation and outreach activities and provides a forum for communication staff from COMPASS member agencies to share information, assist one another in public participation and outreach activities, collaborate on regional projects, and receive input on outreach activities from the general public and interested stakeholders. It is comprised of communication professionals from COMPASS member agencies, up to four members of the public, and one member of the news media.

The workgroup meets on an as-needed basis at the COMPASS office in downtown Meridian, generally three to five times per year. Meetings typically last two hours.

If you are interested in becoming a public or news media member of the COMPASS Public Participation Workgroup, you are encouraged to contact Amy Luft (aluft@compassidaho.org or 208/475-2229) to schedule a phone call or meeting to discuss COMPASS and the Public Participation Workgroup in more detail before submitting an application.

To apply for membership, please respond to the questions below. COMPASS will review your application in light of existing membership needs.
1.I am applying as...
2.Are you employed at a COMPASS member agency?
3.Why are you interested in becoming a member of the COMPASS Public Participation Workgroup?
4.COMPASS strives to reach out to all residents of Ada, Boise, and Canyon Counties, but despite these efforts there are certain populations that are frequently underrepresented in participating in COMPASS activities or commenting on COMPASS plans or projects. COMPASS is looking for individuals who are members of, or advocates for, underrepresented populations to assist us in engaging all residents. Are you a member of, serve as a representative or advocate for, or have contacts with, any of the following populations? (Check all that apply)
5.Similarly, COMPASS strives to reach out to residents living and working throughout all of Ada, Boise, and Canyon Counties. To help ensure we have representation across the entire geographic area, please check the statement that best describes where you live and work.
6.The workgroup meets on an as-needed basis at the COMPASS office in downtown Meridian — usually three to five times per year. Meetings typically last two hours. While the workgroup does not require a significant time commitment, consistent participation is key providing meaningful input to COMPASS.
7.If there are no vacancies on the Public Participation Workgroup at this time, do you want COMPASS to hold your application to be considered for future vacancies?
8.Contact Information:
Thank you for your interest in COMPASS and the COMPASS Public Participation Workgroup. Someone will be in touch soon to discuss your application.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact Amy Luft at aluft@compassidaho.org or 208/475-2229.