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The KCCC finds itself in a strong position to sele not just one city in the County, but rather the County as a whole. Uniquely position to advance county wide 2. Is this a new position for your organization? If so, please describe why this position is needed. If not' why is it a necessary for this fund to continue to support this posltion? We have seen great success in the recent addition of the SBDC Certified Advisor and our Associate Business Development Coordinator. It is in the best interests of the County to continue to fund this vital position. The work they have done over the last 20 months has saved businesses and jobs. We have been able to assist over 350 local businesses during the pandemic. (See attached report) Additionally, we need to be able to support the influx ofbusinesses that are leaving the King County area and relocating to our county which is providing more athactive settings. Our assets are diverse and serve many different industries that are looking for access to major interstates, educated workforce, lower-costs of utilities and rent, commute options, and healthy lifestyles. 3. Will your organization be capable of supporting this positlon in the future without support from this fund? Please describe your plan and include target dates for implementation and completion. If no plan is currently in place and/or no plans are being made, please explain why. It is always the goal of the Kittitas County Chamber to be self-sustaining. The public/private partnership is needed in order to support these positions. The work to be accomplished through the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce is a service to the county and the partners involved. These funds provided through the distressed funds are a source in order to identify and implement required economic development tools, programs and initiatives to further the competitiveness of Kittitas County. The additional request in this application will provide objectives and goals that can be outcome based and include deliverables to measure our success. The development of the sffategic plan will provide target dates for implementation and completion. This planning process will include the best practices of all the partners throughout the county including government agencies, economic development groups, downtown associationso land use and environment agencies, and many others. 4. Will this position serve the needs and"/or interests of multiple jurisdictions and/or organizations? Please explain in detail. Absolutely, the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce serves many partners from Vantage to Snoqualmie Pass; and beyond. These three positions will bring expertise locally, state and federally. There will be many positive opportunities with these positions. It will provide best practices in a wide range of goals, it will continue the mantra of the county - working together, and it will solidiff ongoing efforts throughout the county and the projects that are occurring now and in the future. Along with the Kittitas County Chamber board and CEO that serve on committees, state boards, leading business associations and affiliations with influencers throughout the country. The positions will se'lve on local Economic Recovery teams, business associations, non-profit groups, and have regular comrnunication with public health, governor's officeo and others. 5. What goals and deliverables have you set for this position? IIow will you measure success? Primarv Goal Obiective of Goal Measured Targets Direct Assistance to companies Retention, expansion, or relocate # ofbusiness contacts, site selector contacts and trade show attendance Marketing Washington & local area Developing effective marketing material refl ecting community enhancements, diversity local tax base. and local quality of life. Digital trackingo html coding on website to track user information, direct mail pieces to targeted audience.