Proposed projects could support food and beverage manufacturing, a business incubator, waterfront redevelopment, a business park and new public infrastructure. OLYMPIA, WA –The Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) today approved $246,113 in public investments for economic development feasibility studies targeting business growth and job creation in Adams County, Port of Clarkston, Port of Vancouver, Port of Kalama, and the city of Palouse. Adams County – $50,000 grant to Adams County for…
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100+ activities across the state synchronize with Global Entrepreneurship Week, Nov. 16-22 Washington’s entrepreneurial spirit will be showcased during the month of November in cities and counties throughout the state. Held in conjunction with Global Entrepreneurship Week, an international celebration of entrepreneurship, more than 100 activities are planned statewide to inspire, encourage and support new business startups. “Startups – ranging from pizza houses to small manufacturers to labs searching for…
New “Weatherization Plus Health” adds assistance for families with asthma Governor Inslee joins community action agencies, housing authorities and local governments across the state and nation in recognizing October 30, 2015 as Weatherization Day in Washington. Washington’s Weatherization Assistance Program helps many households make it through the cold weather season – and the years ahead – by adding insulation, sealing cracks, and making other improvements that reduce heat loss and save…
16 cities, four counties, and one regional planning council recognized for outstanding examples of planning under the GMA and implementing those plans. Governor Jay Inslee today announced the “Lifetime of GMA” Achievement Awards. These awards mark the 25th anniversary of Washington’s Growth Management Act (GMA) on Nov. 13 and recognize some of the inspiring efforts by communities throughout the state to envision and plan for their future. The honorees were…
Joshua Berger will serve as economic development director for the state’s maritime industry sector, Washington State Department of Commerce Director Brian Bonlender announced today. Berger leaves his position as Coordinator of the Washington Maritime Federation to start work at Commerce mid-November. In addition to deep experience in business and economic development, Berger has an extensive and successful record of leadership in positions including: Maritime Sector Business Development Manager for the…
IPZs connect research, private sector and workforce partners to spur economic development in target growth sectors. OLYMPIA, WA – The Washington State Department of Commerce today designated two new Innovation Partnership Zones (IPZs) and reauthorized nine others to help spur regional economic growth in key industry sectors. The City of Issaquah Sports Medicine IPZ and Thurston County Craft Brewing and Distilling IPZ join the list of 14 zones active throughout the state. “Washington State’s…
2015 Homeless Youth Prevention and Protection Act established new office to enhance statewide focus on data, strategies and coordination of efforts to meet needs of homeless youth Kim Justice has been named director of the newly established Office of Homeless Youth Prevention and Protection Programs at the Department of Commerce. Justice’s first day with the Department will be November 1. “The Office of Homeless Youth Prevention and Protection Programs will…
The Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB) today approved $100,000 in public investments for economic development feasibility studies targeting business growth and job creation in the City of Wenatchee and the Mason County PUD 3. Chelan County – $50,000 grant to the City of Wenatchee for the North Wenatchee Redevelopment Master Plan. A master development plan for the Wenatchee Waterfront and North Wenatchee Avenue. CERB funds are matched by…
Gov. Jay Inslee today directed the Washington State Department of Commerce to make funding available to assist disaster recovery efforts in communities devastated by this season’s wildfires. To help address the urgent need for a wide range of emergency resources for those who lost their homes as well as local governments in need of economic aid, Commerce is making up to $150,000 in Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) available, effective…
State is a top performer with $220 million in sales attributed to State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) program since inception The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has awarded the Washington State Department of Commerce a fourth year of funding to help state small businesses grow through exporting. The $747,300 grant, part of the SBA’s State Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) program, is one of the top three state awards…