b'From The Executive DirectorIn 2024, we celebrated MVRPCs 60 THyear! MVRPCsOne special moment during this momentous year was when inception occurred in February 1964, following diligentI had the honor of meeting the agencys first executive research, review of findings, and renewed cooperation,director, Dale Bertsch. Meeting Dale allowed me to reflect which demonstrated the benefits of regional coordinationon our agencys rich history and legacy while sharing and planning. Six decades ago, we were established topersonal stories and insights. Dales vision for MVRPC foster regional collaboration, cooperation, and consensusincluded a strong partnership with local businesses and a across the Miami Valley Region. The Miami Valley Regioncommitment to diversity. Dale shared his thoughts on his continues to grow in geography and diversity in members. successors, noting the challenges and contributions of Beyond our urban counties in Montgomery, Greene, Miami,each. His legacy is a testament to the power of advocacy, and northern Warren, weve pushed West and North toleadership, and the enduring impact one person can have include Preble, Darke, and Shelby Counties, including theiron their community and beyond. We work hard to carry county seats, jurisdictions and organizations. the torch of his legacy and continue Shaping the Regions Future Together.We have changed and adapted to the needs of the Region.This report summarizes our 60 THyear, highlighting staff We took this year and anniversary to review our strategicawards, recognitions, the hard work and collaboration of our plan, our commitment to our members, and to ensure itmembers who continue building on the progress of our past aligns with their goals. Adjustments were made to updateto a better future.the language and add clarity, as well as update the goals to add the regional commitment to economic development and resiliency. This year also meant a time to review our staff office. WeExecutive Director took the opportunity of our lease expiration to move fromMVRPCNorth Ludlow across the street to 6 North Main to allow for room to grow and more collaboration space.MVRPC 2024 ANNUAL REPORT 1'