The Western Federation of Professional Surveyors (WFPS) Board of Directors met on Oct. 10, 2025, in Boise, Idaho. The productive meeting showcased the ongoing collaboration between our 13 western states — from shared legislative insights to academic initiatives and professional outreach. As always, WFPS remains a powerful platform where ideas are exchanged, challenges are addressed and the surveying profession is strengthened across state lines. BY MICHAEL NADEAU, PLS, CFedS, DIRECTOR, WFPS WFPS Highlights Occupational Data and Representation WFPS Executive Director Crissy Willson discussed the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*NET occupational data study and the importance of ensuring that the surveying profession is correctly represented in national workforce data. Accurate classification not only affects recognition of our work but also influences how federal and state agencies support educational programs and licensure Western Federation of Professional Surveyors Report UCLS Foresights 25
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