Brown Bag Lunches
This is a new MPA sponsored program at which public officials are invited to sit down with MPA members and openly discuss a key initiative or program being driven by either the public or private sectors. At the end of the meeting, a plan will be agreed upon that details next steps and means to implementation. MPA has historically attempted to bring people to the table to work out differences as opposed to taking positions on issues and fighting them out in the public forum. These brown bag meetings will act as the proper venue for both sectors to bring ideas to the table and determine the appropriate steps necessary to turn ideas into public policy.
Common Ground Awards
The Common Ground Celebration and Award Ceremony is a community event that recognizes leaders whose community involvement affects positive change in metropolitan Pima County. The Common Ground Celebration acknowledges the value of governmental entities, individuals, businesses and organizations for their willingness to work together to find “Common Ground,” ultimately benefiting the community. This year’s event, the fourth annual, will be held on the evening of Friday, November 7 at the University Marriott. The annual awards celebration achieves the following goals:
1. Generates revenue in support of MPA’s advocacy & operational activities;
2. Fosters & recognizes community projects resulting from uncommon partnerships;
3. Raises community awareness of MPA & creates a positive perception of the organization.
Monthly Membership Breakfast Meetings
MPA’s Monthly Membership Breakfast highlights an important current event or topic that relates to MPA’s mission of “improving the quality of life and economic vitality of metropolitan Pima County.” An average of 100 members attend this informative breakfast to learn about projects, programs or individuals that affect this region. Recent topics include Streamlining Development Services, the proposed Rosemont Mine, and Candidates for the Pima County Board of Supervisors. The breakfasts are held on the third Friday of the month and doors open at 7:15 a.m.
Wild Ride
MPA’s Wild Ride provides an opportunity for public and private community stakeholders to visit completed or in-progress projects to visibly see the results of technical studies, land use planning and development decisions while enhancing the visibility, reputation, and financial stability of the MPA. In May 2008, the Fifth Annual Wild Ride took place showcasing the projects along the southern portion of the De Anza Trail, between Sahuarita Road and Tubac.
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