Western Interstate Region
The Western Interstate Region (WIR) advocates for public policy issues affecting counties in the West.
About WIR
The Western Interstate Region is affiliated with the National Association of Counties and is dedicated to the promotion of Western interests within NACo. These interests include public land issues (use and conservation), community stability and economic development, and the promotion of the traditional Western way of life. Its membership consists of fifteen Western states, (Alaska, Hawaii, Wash., Ore., Calif., Idaho, Nev., Ariz., Mont., Wyo., Colo., N.M., Utah, N.D., S.D.) with membership funded through the individual state associations.
Conference
2024 Western Interstate Region Conference
Mariposa County, Calif.
The NACo Western Interstate Region (WIR) Conference brings together county officials from across the nation to focus on pressing issues facing counties and our residents.
Featured Initiative
Payments in Lieu of Taxes Action Center
Related Committees
WIR Leadership
Hon. John Espy
Commissioner, Carbon County, Wyo.
Hon. Wes McCart
Commissioner, Stevens County, Wash.
Hon. John Peters
Supervisor, Mono County, Calif.
Hon. Dan Joyce
Judge, Malheur County, Ore.
WIR Contact
Mark Ritacco
Chief Government Affairs Officer