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News Release
Gresham Selected for Economic Mobility and Opportunity Cohort - 03/28/23

GRESHAM, Ore. – The City of Gresham is excited to announce it has been selected as one of the ten cities across the Country to be a part of the Economic Mobility and Opportunity Cohort. With the support of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation’s Economic Mobility and Opportunity (EMO) program, the International City/County Management Association is offering a series of training opportunities in 2023 to boost upward mobility in local communities.   

“This is a wonderful opportunity for the City of Gresham,” said City Manager Nina Vetter. “This cohort perfectly aligns with our Strategic Plan priority for a Thriving Economy. By developing the strategies for economic growth and poverty reduction, we are laying the foundation for the upward mobility and long-term success of our community.” 

Throughout the application process, cities were gauged based on their readiness to implement EMO practices, policies, and programs. The following cities were selected to be a part of this innovative cohort:   

  • Beloit, Wisconsin 
  • Chesterfield County, Virginia   
  • Dubuque, Iowa 
  • El Paso County, Texas 
  • Grand Island, Nebraska   
  • Gresham, Oregon 
  • Meadville, Pennsylvania 
  • Morgan Hill, California   
  • San Juan County, Utah 
  • Tarboro, North Carolina 

 
The goal of this cohort is to increase City leader’s understanding of the drivers of and barriers to mobility and opportunity in order to develop actions that can improve the upward mobility of their residents. By focusing on the influence local government can have on access to quality housing, education, and health services, to stable employment and safe and supportive neighborhoods, Gresham believes it is possible to create a community where everyone can thrive.  

About Gresham: 

Gresham is a welcoming community of hard-working people where tradition meets opportunity in Oregon's fourth largest city. Gresham’s residents care deeply about our roots and are committed to building a vibrant future. Today, Gresham is a dynamic, innovative, and rapidly growing city with a desire to thrive. To learn more, visit www.GreshamOregon.gov or visit us on Twitter at @CityofGresham. 

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