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 Kristey Williams of Augusta, REAP Chair
  • Commissioner Dave Unruh of Sedgwick County, Economic Development Committee Chair
  • Commissioner Willis Heck of Newton, Water Resources Committee Chair
  • Council Member Jeff Longwell of Wichita, Legislative Committee Chair
  • Commissioner Chip Westfall of Harvey County, at-large representative
  • Commissioner Garey Martin of Sumner County, at-large representative and Treasurer
  • Mayor Terry Somers of Mount Hope, At-large representative

2010 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.