Yearly Archives: 2024
Elect CU Champions. Contribute $30 by the 30th
Your PAC contributions are an investment in the CU Movement’s future.
Volunteerism Meets Advocacy at Spokane Chapter Event
The Spokane Chapter of Credit Unions hosted “Service & Advocacy Night,” an innovative event that blended advocacy, collaboration, and giving back to the community.
Transportation Committee moves Electronic titling
The Joint Transportation, Highway and Military Affairs Committee met Monday and Tuesday this week in Rock Springs.
CFPB Issues Request for Information Related to Mortgage Servicing Practices.
The agency is interested in the impacts of loan closing costs, many of which are beyond the control of the lender or the consumer.
Frontier Credit Union Makes an Impact on Idaho Small Businesses
Frontier Credit Union began a lending program specifically for start-up businesses after seeing that the economic challenges from the pandemic were still weighing heavily on their local small business community. Since then, with the help of a grant from the GoWest Foundation, Frontier has helped 12 local start-ups with their quest for funding.
Summer Sun Shines on Federal CU Advocacy
Ahead of the fall elections, it’s a great time to invite elected officials and candidates to your credit union to share how you are serving their communities.
Comment Letter Filed on Colorado Record Retention Proposed Rule
GoWest Credit Union Association has filed a comment letter in response to the proposed rulemaking that will impact the collections process and the GAP process related to record retention and what is required to be retained.
Hearing on Oregon SB3 Rule Implementation
Credit unions and GoWest worked hard to pass this landmark legislation and we continue to advocate for its implementation to follow the intent of the law.
SELCO Community Credit Union Awards $77,500 in College Scholarships
SELCO Community Credit Union’s annual scholarship program received a record number of applications in 2024 after opening the program to continuing, vocational, and nontraditional students for the first time.
Important Update: Anticipated Rulemaking on Mortgage Servicing
Your GoWest Regulatory Affairs team provides an analysis of the forbearance programs enacted during COVID, and updates advocacy efforts regarding future rulemaking.
Calling Colorado Advocates: Support These Senate Candidates in the Primary
There are several races in the June 25 election that could use your help!
GoWest Solutions Announces Executives@Skamania Scholarship Winner Kendra Galloway
GoWest Solutions is pleased to announce the scholarship winner to the 2024 Executives@Skamania: Kendra Galloway, VP, Process & Partner Innovation, Climb Credit Union.
Spring Hike the Hill Attendees Drive Home Regulatory Priorities
Last week, credit union advocates from across the GoWest region were in our Nation’s Capital for the Spring Hike the Hill.
Oregon Legislature Revenue Forecast
The Capitol will be bustling again for the first time since they adjourned from the Legislative Session on March 7th.
Colorado YCUP Supports Food Banks During Annual Giveback Day
The Colorado Young Credit Union Professionals (CYCUP) spearheaded a regional food drive on May 15, making a significant impact across the state.
Time Is Almost Up! Submit Your Nominations for the 2024 GoWest Awards by Friday!
Now is the time to nominate a credit union or credit union professional for one of the GoWest Awards categories so they can hear their name called at the MAXX 2024 Awards Dinner and Gala in October! Submit your nominations by May 31.
Celebrating Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with CU Pride
As an industry that prides itself on having a philosophy of People Helping People, it is no surprise that the Credit Union Movement has its own organization dedicated to promoting the visibility and voice of LGBTQ+ individuals within its ranks – CU Pride.
Vantage West Celebrates Golder Branch Grand Opening
Arizona-based Vantage West Credit Union celebrated the grand opening of its new branch located in Catalina, Ariz., on May 14.
Unitus Community Credit Union Announces Organizational Changes and Promotions
In April 2024, Unitus Community Credit Union promoted three leaders to vice president roles within the organization and elevated one to an assistant vice president position. These promotions are part of the credit union’s ongoing efforts to ensure its structure positions it for future growth and expansion.
Idaho Primary Election Nets Changes
The results reporting for Tuesday’s primary elections went well into the early morning hours as results came in from around […]