Mission Statement

Guide state and national actions that affect economic development in the region and adopt joint actions among member governments that enhance the regional economy.

Executive Committee

The Executive Committee assists the Chair in developing agenda items, policy issues, or administrative matters to be presented to REAP; handling special tasks, as determined by the Chair, which require action between regular meetings of REAP; and monitoring adherence to the fiscal procedures of REAP.

  • Mayor John Waltner of Hesston, REAP Chair
  • Commissioner Mike Ledy of Winfield, Economic Development Committee Chair and Treasurer
  • Commissioner Willis Heck of Newton, Water Resources Committee Chair
  • Mayor Kristey Williams of Augusta, Legislative Committee Chair
  • Commissioner Tom Winters of Sedgwick County, Immediate Past Chair
  • Mayor Carl Brewer of Wichita, at-large representative
  • Commissioner Garey Martin of Sumner County, at-large representative

2008 Executive Committee Work Plan

REAP has established three additional standing committees to oversee the execution of the annual workplan: Legislative Committee, Economic Development Committee, and Water Resources Committee.