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Response 3: Describe how you will promote your evenUactivity/facility to attract tourists. *
<br />The RDApromotes tourism by providing valuable resources such as the RDAwebsite, social media, prinied materials, ads, the
<br />KC Chamber's Central Washingion Visitors Guide, the Tribune's Explore the Kittitas County guide, a local Visitors Map, and the
<br />Roslyn Past-Port.
<br />We also encourage visitors io explore the centralwashingtonoutdoor.com county tourism website and ihe Chamber of
<br />Commerce website, where they can find comprehensive information on staying, dining, and playing in Kittitas County.
<br />Additionally, our RDA website features links to both tourism and Chamber websites in the footer. ensuring easy access to these
<br />essential resources throughout the year.
<br />To opiimize our outreach, the RDAs marketing team regularly reviews social media insights and website performance data to
<br />quaniify the effectiveness of our online marketing channels. Many of our followers originate fiom cities outside Kittitas County,
<br />including Gig Harbor, Wenatchee, Spokane, Seattle, Yakima, Tri-Cities, Kirkland, Tacoma, Bellingham. and Walla Walla, Oregon,
<br />Alaska, and California regions, indicating that Roslyn is well-recognized across all Washington State and beyond.
<br />To attraci a broader audience beyond local altendees, we are strategic in direcling our marketing efforts towards demographics
<br />outside of Kittitas County. By locusing on attracting visitors from neighboring counties and states, we aim to enhance Roslyn's
<br />visibility as a compelling destination and foster greater economic growth for our local businesses.
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<br />Application Questions: Part 3 o
<br />4lCollaboration
<br />Response 4,1: lf your organization collaborates or has created partnerships with other organizations, groups, or other events,
<br />how is this accomplished?*
<br />The RDA works with the KC Chamber of Commerce and Ceniral Washington Outdoor Couniy lourism initiatives to effeciively
<br />promote various events to a diverse audience. Visitors can find resources such as the Visitor's Guide, Kittiias County maps, and
<br />the Tribune's visilor guide. ln addition, we leverage the Chamber's communication channels to highlight RDA's efforts to the
<br />broader communities. RDA materials are also available at visitor centers outside the county, enhancing our outreach efforts.
<br />Building solid relationships is key to our success. The RDA actively connecis with downtown business owners, City and County
<br />personnel, Roiary, the School District, Foderra, Roslyn Ronald Heritage Club, Yakama Nation, and other organizations. These
<br />partnerships loster a collaboraiive spirit, allowing us to shine a light on our collective endeavors and showcase the vibrant
<br />community of Roslyn to both residenis and visitors alike.
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<br />Response 4.2: Describe how you will promote lodging estabtishments, restaurants, and business located in Kittitas County *
<br />The RDAwebsite, print maierials, and social media plaiforms showcase Roslyn's local businesses, lodging, and services,
<br />emphasizing ihe iown's appeal as a unique and friendly tourism destination.
<br />To reach county-wide lodging establishments, restaurants, and businesses, we promote the KC Chambers and
<br />centralwashingtonoutdoor.com using QR codes on printed materials and links on the RDAwebsite. We actively advocate for
<br />Roslyn businesses, the City, and ihe County by leveraging the four corne.s of the Washington Main Street Program: Promoiion,
<br />Organization, Design, and Economic Development. This strategic approach enhances the visibilily of the counly's activities and
<br />offerings that suppori the collective growth and sustainability of both our county and Roslyn's local economy, ensuring that we
<br />continue to thrive as an inviting and vibrant destination for visitors.
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<br />Response 4.3: ls there a host hotel for your event or grant project? lf yes, list the hotel.*
<br />,No
<br />4.r Yes Hotel Roslyn,Robins
<br />Nest, Blue Spruce
<br />lnn, Hotels in the Cle
<br />Elum, vacation rcnlals,
<br />5l Future Plans
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