Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. Connects with Wood Village Leaders and the Community

September 29, 2026 Press Release WOOD VILLAGE, OR – Today, Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, M.D. (OR-03), joined Wood Village Mayor Jairo Rios-Campos for a walk through the city before holding a community listening session with Wood Village and Fairview residents. The visit gave Congresswoman Dexter an opportunity to hear from local leaders and community members about the issues affecting their neighborhoods, including youth recreation, transportation and economic development. “The best way for me to represent our communities in Congress is to show up and listen,” Congresswoman Dexter said . “Today, I heard from local leaders and neighbors about what they need and where the federal government can be a better partner. I’ll take those conversations with me back to Washington as I continue working for East Multnomah County.” During the visit, Congresswoman Dexter and Mayor Rios-Campos toured Wood Village and discussed expanding recreational opportunities for young people. Wood Village currently does not have a community center or indoor youth recreation space. Mayor Rios-Campos, the city’s first Hispanic mayor, also leads PlayEast!, a partnership between Wood Village and Fairview that provides recreational activities and programs for local children and families. “We are grateful to welcome Congresswoman Dexter back to Wood Village,” Mayor Rios-Campos said . “We are proud of the diversity of our community and the people, cultures, and experiences that make Wood Village such a special place. While we may be a small city, the diversity of our community also means we face a wide range of needs and challenges. Her willingness to spend time here, listen to our community members and local businesses, and better understand those challenges reflect the kind of partnership we value. Whether helping people navigate immigration and other federal issues, supporting our local economy, or advocating for resources that strengthen City services, we appreciate having a representative who takes the time to hear directly from the people she serves.  We look forward to continuing that relationship.” The Congresswoman also visited Northeast Halsey Street to see improvements aimed at making crosswalks safer and supporting economic growth in the area. She later hosted a community listening session with more than 70 Wood Village and Fairview residents to hear about the issues affecting their families and communities. ### Issues : Congress