HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes-2022-030BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY OF KITTITAS
STATE OF WASHINGTON
RESOLUTIoN No: 2022-rthA
APPROVING THE 2022 DISTRESSED COUNTY SALES AND USE TAX
INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AGREEMENT WITH THE KITTITAS
COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WHEREAS: The 1999 Legislature did pass RCW 82.14.370 Sales and Use Tax for Public
Facilities in rural counties; and
WHEREAS: These funds may only be used to finance public facilities serving economic
development purposes in rural counties and finance personnel in economic
development offices in the State of Washington; and
WHEREAS: The 2022 Distressed County Sales and Use Tax Infrastructure Improvement Program
Agreement with the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce has been executed by
said entity with funding available January 1,2022; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED: The Kittitas County Board of County Commissioners
hereby approves the attached 2022Distressed County Sales and Use Tax Infrastructure Improvement
Program Agreement with the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce.
ADOPTED this 1st day of February 2022.
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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
KITTITAS COLINTY, WASHINGTON
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2022 DISTRESSED COUNTY SALES AND USE TAX INFRASTRUCTURE
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM AGREEMENT
BETWEEN KITTITAS COUNTY AND KITTITAS COUNTY CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE
This Contract, dated , 2022 is made and entered into by and
between KITTITAS COUN a subdivision of the State of Washington, and
KITTITAS COUNTY CHAMBER OF cOMMERCE ("Funding Recipient")
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to provide for public facility
construction and foster economic development opportunities within Kittitas County;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms and conditions contained herein,
or attached and incorporated and made a part hereof, the County and the Funding
Recipient mutually agree as follows:
Section 1. Scope of Work.
a. Funding Recipient shall provide the services and staff described in its Application
for Funds submitted to the Council of Governments, as Exhibit "A" which is
attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
b. Except as othenruise specifically provided in this Agreement, Funding Recipient shall
furnish the following as required to perform the services, described in Paragraph (a)
above, in accordance with this Agreement: Personnel, labor and supervision;
technical, professional and other services. All such services, property and other
items furnished or required to be furnished, together with all other obligations
performed, or required to be performed, by Funding Recipient under this Agreement
are collectively referred to herein as "Services."
Section 2. Pavment.
a. As full compensation for satisfactory performance of the Funding Recipient Services,
the County agrees to pay Funding Recipient the sum of ninety-two thousand dollars
($92,ooo.oo).
b. Additional payment terms: The County will make payment to the Funding Recipient
only on a reimbursement basis, as receipts for any items including marketing and/or
advertising are submitted to the County.
c. Requests for reimbursements must be submitted to:
Kittitas County Public Works
Attn: Joyce White
411 North Ruby, - Suite 1
Ellensburg, WA 98926
iovce.wh ite@co. kittitas.wa. us
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d. Timely and accurate financial reporting is required for fund management by Kittitas
County Department of Public Works. Financial reporting requirements for all grant
awards are listed below:
1. Using Kittitas County Department of Public Works reporting forms, applicants
will submit project status reporting forms within fourteen (14) calendar days
from the end of the reporting quarter as specified below:
o Quarter 1 ending date:o Quarter 2 ending date:. Quarter 3 ending date:. Quarter 4 ending date:
March 31't
June 30th
September 30th
December 31't
Recipients may submit reimbursement requests on a monthly basis on Kittitas
County Department of Public Works reporting forms.
2. Grant recipients who fail in meeting required reporting requirements are
subject to having fundinq withheld on the fifteenth (1sth) day followinq
the end of the reportinq quarter. Failure in submitting the required project
status reports (two consecutive reporting cycles) may result in award
cancellation upon COG review.
3. Financial reporting forms shall be signed by the identified grant official or
designee.
Section 3. Perform bv Fundinq Recipient.
a. Funding Recipient shall not (by contract, operation of law or othenruise) delegate or
subcontract performance of any Services to any other person or entity without the
prior written consent of the County. Any such delegation or subcontracting without
the County's prior written consent shall be voidable at the County's option.
b. Funding Recipient shall at all times be an independent Funding Recipient and not an
agent or representative of the County with regard to performing the Services.
Funding Recipient shall not represent that it is, or hold itself out as, an agent or
representative of the County. ln no event shall Funding Recipient be authorized to
enter into any Agreement or undertaking for or on behalf of the County. lt is
understood that the Funding Recipient and the Funding Recipient's staff and
employees are not employees of the County and are not, therefore, entitled to any
benefits provided employees of the County.
c. Funding Recipient shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules,
regulations, orders, licenses, permits, and other requirements, now or hereafter in
effect, of any governmental authority (including, but not limited to, such requirements
as may be imposed upon the County and applicable to Services). Funding Recipient
shall furnish such documents as may be required to effect or evidence such
compliance. All laws, ordinances, rules, and orders required to be incorporated into
agreements of this character are incorporated into this Agreement by this reference.
Funding Recipient agrees to obtain all required licenses and permits, and further
agrees to keep them in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement.
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d. The County and the Funding Recipient agree that in fulfilling the terms and
conditions of this Agreement neither shall discriminate on the basis of race, creed,
color, national origin, age, sex, marital status, or the presence of a physical, sensory,
or mental handicap.
e. The Services shall at all times be subject to inspection by and approval of the
County, but the County's making (or failure or delay in making) such inspection or
approval shall not relieve Funding Recipient of its responsibility to perform the
Services in accord with this Agreement, notwithstanding the County's knowledge of
defective or non-complying performance, or the substantiality or ease of discovering
the same. Funding Recipient shall provide the County with sufficient, safe, and
proper facilities and equipment for such inspection and free access to such facilities.
f. This contract is subject to review by any Federal or State auditor. Funding Recipient
shall promptly furnish the County or its designee, or such Federal or State auditor
with such information related to the Services as may be requested by the applicable
governmental entity. Funding Recipient shall preserve and maintain all financial
records and records relating to performance of Services under this Agreement for six
(6) years after contract termination. For such duration after the County makes final
payment of compensation due hereunder, Funding Recipient shall provide the
County access to (and the County shall have the right to examine, audit and copy,
with or without notice) all of Funding Recipient's books, documents, papers and
records related to the Services or this Agreement.
g. Funding Recipient understands and acknowledges that Funding Recipient is solely
responsible for its own reporting and accounting of all state, federal, social security, and
local taxes, of every nature, arising from Funding Recipient's performance of this
Agreement. All compensation received by the Funding Recipient will be reported to the
lnternal Revenue Service at the end of the calendar year in accord with the applicable
IRS regulations.
h. The grantee shall obligate funding towards construction of the project no later than
six months from the time of grant execution (providing the grantee has not submitted
the project as being "banked" - COG Policy 2018-05). Obligation is expected to take
two forms: consultant contracting or contractor award. Presuming the COG
recommends a design only phase of a proposed Public Facility grant, obligation
requirements are met on the date of grantee signature on consultant design
contract(s). COG recommended construction awards will complete obligation
requirements on the date of grantee signature on construction contracts. Failure in
obligating grant awards within the prescribed timeframe results in the grant award
being remanded back to COG for recommended re-purposing by the Board of
County Commissioners.
The grantee is obligated to follow Public Facility Fund COG policies in effect at the
time of grant award as reflected in the Resolution signature date authorizing recipient
contracting. COG policies may be obtained from the Department of Public Works
(509) 962-7523.
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Section 4. Release. lndemnitv. and Hold Harmless.
The County assumes no liability for the Funding Recipient's actions under this Agreement.
Funding Recipient releases and shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the County, its
officers and employees, agents, representatives, attorneys and/or volunteers, from and
against all claims, costs, liabilities, damages, and expenses, (including, but not limited to,
reasonable attorney fees) which arise or may arise or be alleged to arise out of or by
reason of this Agreement including:
Any fault, negligence, strict liability or product liability of Funding Recipient in
connection with the Services for this Agreement;
Any lien asserted upon any property of the County in connection with the Services
for this Agreement;
Any failure of Funding Recipient, or of the Services, to comply with any applicable
law, ordinance, rule, regulation, order, license, permit and other requirement, now or
hereafter in effect, of any governmental authority; or
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a Any breach of or default under this Agreement by Funding Recipient
Section 5. Compliance with Public Records Law.
a. ln compliance with Washington's public records law, the County will retain copies of
any documents associated with this Agreement, which may be required by law
unless legally exempt from such retention, for any applicable legally required
retention period.
b. ln the event a public records request is made to the County for documents created in
relation to this Agreement, should legal uncertainty arise regarding the disclosability
of any documents under federal or state public records laws, the County shall
provide notice to Funding Recipient pursuant to Washington's public records act,
chapter 42.56 RCW, to allow Funding Recipient to seek a court injunction.
c. The County specifically shall not be liable to Funding Recipient for the County's
release under public records laws of any documents not protected by trademark,
copyright or other law.
Section 6. lndustrial lnsurance Waiver.
With respect to performance of this Agreement and as to any claims against the County, its
Additional lnsureds, officers, agents and employees, the Funding Recipient expressly waives
its immunity under Title 51 of the Revised Code of Washington, the lndustrial lnsurance Act,
for injuries to Funding Recipient's employees and agrees that the obligations to indemnify,
defend and hold harmless provided in this Agreement extend to any claim brought by or on
behalf of any employee of the Funding Recipient. This waiver is mutually negotiated by the
parties to this Agreement.
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Section 7. lnsurance and Endorsements.
a. The County may require through a request in writing that the Funding Recipient
provide the County with a certificate, binder, or policy of liability insurance,
acceptable to the County in an amount specified by the County.
b. Such liability insurance shall be such as will protect Funding Recipient, its
employees, agents and representatives, from all claims, losses, harm, costs,
liabilities, damages and expenses arising out of personal injury (including death) or
property damage that may result from performance of the Services or this
Agreement, whether such performance is by Funding Recipient or any of its
employees, agents or representatives.
c. Should the County require such liability insurance, the Funding Recipient agrees to
provide proof of insurance prior to commencing performance of this Agreement.
d. Copies of the County's written request and the insurance documents provided by
Funding Recipient shall be attached to this Agreement and by this reference will be
made part hereof.
e. Where insurance is requested by the County, all liability insurance policies shall be
endorsed to include the County as an Additional lnsured and shall stipulate that the
insurance afforded by the policies shall be primary insurance, and that any
insurance, self-insured retention, deductibles, or risk retention trusts maintained or
participated in by the Parties shall be excess and not contributory to any other
insurance maintained by the County. Funding Recipient shall furnish the County a
certificate of insurance with Endorsement as evidence that the required policies are
in fullforce and effect.
Section 8. Termination.
The County may, by written notice thereof to Funding Recipient, terminate this Agreement
as to all or any portion of the Services not yet performed, whether or not Funding Recipient
is in breach or default. Upon receiving such notice of termination, Funding Recipient shall,
except as othenryise directed by the County, immediately stop performing the Services to
the extent specified in the notice. ln the event the County terminates the Funding
Recipient's Services, the Funding Recipient is obligated and hereby agrees to refund to the
County all monies paid for Services not yet rendered by the Funding Recipient, if any, as of
the date of the notice of termination.
Section 9.iscellaneous.
a. Funding Recipient shall not (by contract, operation of law or othenryise) assign this
Agreement or any right or interest in this Agreement without the County's prior
written consent.
b. This Agreement embodies the entire Agreement between the County and Funding
Recipient, and supersedes any and all prior oral or written communications, proposals,
conditions, promises, representations, or understandings regarding the Services. No
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change, amendment or modification of any provision of this Agreement shall be valid
unless set forth in a written amendment to the Agreement signed by both parties.
c. Notice for any purpose under this Agreement, except service of process, shall be
given by the Funding Recipient to the Kittitas County Commissioners and the Kittitas
County Public Works Director, 411 North Ruby, Suite 1, Ellensburg, WA 98926. For all
purposes under this Agreement, any notice by the County to the Funding Recipient
shall be given to the Funding Recipient's address provided on the signature page.
Notice may be given by delivery or by depositing in the U.S. Mail, first class, postage
prepaid, certified mail, return receipt requested.
d. The section and paragraph headings of this Agreement are for reference
convenience only and are not intended to restrict, affect or be of any weight in
interpreting or construing the provisions of such sections or paragraphs.
e. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts and by facsimile,
each of which will be deemed an original, but all of which together will constitute one
and the same instrument.
f. Funding Recipient warrants to the County that the individual signing on Funding
Recipient's behalf has the requisite power and authority to enter into and to perform
Funding Recipient's obligations under this Agreement. Funding Recipient further
warrants to the County that Funding Recipient has made no misrepresentation or
misleading statement in connection with this Agreement, and is not in violation of any
applicable law, ordinance, or regulation the consequence of which will or may
materially affect Funding Recipient's ability to perform its obligations under this
Agreement.
g. lf any term or condition of this Agreement or the application thereof to any person(s) or
circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other terms, conditions
or applications which can be given effect without the invalid term, condition or
application. To this end, the terms and conditions of this Agreement are declared
severable.
h. The exclusive venue for any action brought to enforce this Agreement or any of its
terms shall be in Kittitas County, State of Washington.
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Department of Public Works
DIsrnrssED COUNTY S.lr,ns axo Usn Tax ArplrcATroN Fon EcoxoMrc DEvELopMENT Orncn
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The Distressed County Sales and Use Tax supports improvements to infrastructure systems that
foster economic development in Kittitas County as well as providing funding for personnel in
economic development offices. The goal is to create economic opportunity through local investment.
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Applicant:
Contact Name:
Address:
City:
Telephone:
E-mail Address:
Office Location:
KITTITAS COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
AMY MCGUFFIN, CEO
609 N MAIN ST
ELLENSBURG WA Zip: 98926
509-925-2002 FAX: N/A
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Cle Elum and Ellensburg
Kittitas County
$192,000.00
Jurisdiction:
Funds Request:
APPLICATION THRESHOLDS
Applicant Requirement:
Check-
off:
tr 1. The request is to provide funding for personnel in an economic development office in
Kiffitas County.
tr 2. Distressed County funds are not being substituted for other funds that are already
secured.
tr 3. Applicant has submitted only one application this round.
4. The locaUregional economic development organization has been informed of this
request.
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PROJECT BUDGET
Funding Sources
Distressed County Funds Requested:
$ 192.000.00
*Other Funding Sources:
(Please list)
Federal:
Slate: Department of Commerce WA Statg
Local Government:
City of Ellensburg - Tourism
Kittitas County - Tourism
Clty of Cle Elum - Tourism
Cify of Kittitas - Economic DevelopmenUEvents
Amounts
Is Funding Secured
Yes or No?
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92,000$1
$
No, pending this
application
$75,000.00 Yes
$254,751.24
$368,095.00
$112,000.00
$10,000.00
No
No
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
$20,000.00
Private: Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
Other: Shoemaker's Foundation
Suncadia Community Enh ancement
i $ro,ooo.oo
$10,000.00
$192,000.00
Project Total:
**Dlstressed County Fund Matching Ratio:
*Note: You must include documentationfor all otherfunding sources listed (i.e. grant requests, award letter
notiJications, legis lative res o lutions, etc.).
**Note: Your Distressed County Fund matching ratio must be at least or greater than I0%o in order to qualifi
forfunding consideration, The COG will not consider any requests which do not provide at least 10%
matchingfunds from a local source.
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PROJECT NARRATIVE
1. Request Description: Please describe the work this position will perform. Include a job description
and any other pertinent information, The Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce (KCCC) serves Kittitas
County in the efforts of economic development. [n order to provide the utmost focus we wili be asking for
the following personnel for this 2022 funding: Director of Economic Advancement (new position for ZOZZ1,
Certified Advisor SBDC (has been approved previously), and Associate Business Development Coordinator
(has been approved previously). These positions (ob descriptions attached) will position Kittitas County
towards a healthy economy. (see chart)
During the recovery of the pandemic, KCCC has recognized the importance of small business retention, and at
the same time the need for continued expansion. Expansion is under the direction of the SBDC Advisor while
our business retention is handled by both the Director and the Associate Business Development Coordinator.
Additionally, communication has been crucial for businesses during the Govemor's updaies, public health
mandates, workforce struggle and many other items. The position of Director will pivot the county to be more
strategic in thought process, oversee outreach to existing businesses, communicate regularly with our elected
officials, and drive objectives towards relocation or recruitment of new businesses.
Once approved the Dlrector will immediately begin to tackle the following projects that have been
identified as crucial to the economic health of the County. They include, but are not limited to:o Vantage: Develop relationships with investing developerso Kittitas: Recruitment of incoming businesses, sewer/water systemo Ellensburg: Recruitment of incoming businesses, collaborative marketing and sales kit for
the communify in partnership with Centerfuseo Cle Elum: Work with City of Ellensburg to secure funding for Phase III of Cle Elum
Downtown Revitalization Projecto Roslyn: Tourism planning working with City to continue with infrastructure proJectso Easton: Land use and developers; working with community developmento Kittitas County
o Work with Yakima Basin Integrated plan. Capitalize on work that has been done
that will strengthen Kittitas County's position in outdoor recreation opportunities,
agricultural and fish industries.o Improvements and expansions to Bowers Fietd. Work with Bowers Field Strategic
Plan team to advance goals and objectives ofthe plano Advocacy for industries within countyl in-depth relationships with our legislative
and congressional elect.
The Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce works to strengthen partnerships and resources to support economic
opportunities; these positions will seek opportunities to grow and sustain qualified workforce. They will
promote the retention and expansion of existing businesses; and support new businesses. The Director will be
set-up to develop, recommend, and irnplement the county's Economic Development Strategy & Work plan such
as I-90 improvements, county-wide broadband initiatives, and afsbrdable housing efforts. ihey will idlntiff
and keep inventory ofproperties county-wide for economic development projects to ease the communication
with state site locators. They will serve as the leader in the county to recruit and assist relocation of businesses
to Kittitas County. They will assist and advocate for businesses during permitting efforts. They will research,
analyze and report to the COG committee on economic market hends. They will perform public relations
related tasks on behalf of Kittitas County, including physical and digital press releases, press conferences, and
social media. They will monitor the county's actions/policies pertaining to Economic Development. The
Director position will have the additional two positions (listed above) to help manage businesses at all levels of
need.
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.
Site location and selection
assistance
Position dedicated to state
referrals, local requests.
#of outreach interactions, phone
calls, site visits. # of company
requesting assistance
Parlicipating in economic
development system-wide
Representing the area with state
wide ADO system, connecting
with public and private
stakeholders
Thriving relationships with
partners both private and public,
creating synergy and
collaborative response.
As the designated ADO for Kittitas County, w€ are under contract through the Deparlment of Commerce to
provide economic goals and deliverables. Please review the attached performance measures and business
plan, in which we will be providing the required reporting for the requested funds. This will be the same
metrics we will be providing. Also including (but not limited to):o Number of businesses sited, retained, expanded, or startups.o Number ofjobs created
o Number ofjobs retained
o Number of Capital Infusion thru Loans/Equityo Number of Government Contracts Awardso Amount of invesfment generated
o Average annual wage of created jobs (in dollars)o Total Clients counseled/Total Client Hours
6. Indicate if the proposed position is consistent with the following applicable state, regional and local
plans and priorities for economic development. Please include the pertlnent sections of the respective
plan(s) as justification. Please explain in detail how this position is compatible with the plan(s):
tr Overall Economic Development Plan - Officially Adopted June 2019
The trio ofpositions will help to achieve the goals found in the Kittitas County comprehensive Plan,
noted in Chapter 10 on Economic Development. This will be the area in which the proposed
Director will create a timeline of goals and deliverables to be met. Specific areas will be as follows:o Business Retention and Expansion
o Recruitment/Relocation to the county
e Low impact to resources and lando Commercial/Industrial Infrastructure
r Property/Land inventory at the airport
Kittitas County along with the City of Ellensburg has initiated the opportunity to update the 2009 TIP
Strategies Economic Development and Action Plan. Creating a steering committee, which Kittitas
County Chamber/ADO is a membero and other tasks that will begin November 2021.
City of Cle Elum Comprehensive Plan - Officially Adopted June 2019
The work of Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce will continue the partnership with the
City of Cle Elum by following goals and policies found in their Comprehensive Plan
chapter on Economic Development. Specific areas will be as follows:
: flJ#[il1'?il"T: ffior'orone-eagre"
to the communitv'
r Micro-Specialty Manufacturing and Services. Local Investment Network - attracting and supporting specialty businesses
City of Ellensburg Comprehensive Plan - Officially Adopted 2020
Review of the Economic Development Chapter the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
will continue the partnership with the community development department at the City of
Ellensburg to help in the following areas:
o Information about the local economy, including statistics on population,
employment, businesses, and employment sectors.
r Policies and programs that seek to help Ellensburg build a promising esonomic
future..
ifiH['rt1,n;Tffifffework
for leveraging tourism and promoting
o Policies that seek to maintain a qualified workforce and promote living wage jobs.
Community Action Plan (or other community-based plan) - Officially Adopted
CIe EIum Master Plan adopted May 2018
The partnership with the City of Cle Elum and the Cle Elum Downtown Association; the Kittitas
County Chamber of Commerce will assist in the following goals found in the Cle Elum Master plan
in the following projects:
. Wayfinding Plan Implementation
o Pennsylvania Avenue Infill/Redevelopment
. Gaslight District Infill/Redevelopment
. Wye Park Expansion trails connection
o FirstStreet/DowntownRedevelopment
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CenterFuse Shategies -for 2022
As a complimentary non-profit, the Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce continues a partnership with
CenterFuse to ensure effective strategies for economic advancement in the Ellensburg area and within the UGA
of the City of Ellensburg. Based on review of their strategies, the Kittitas County Chamber aligns with the
following efforts:
. Bring businesses to Ellensburg by collaborative efforts to support a vibrant and prosperous economy.
r Develop marketing content and materials that clearly provide the benefits of doing business in
Ellensburg.
r Facilitate connections and discussions between public and private stakeholders that create growth,
providing a robust toolkit for investment and continued development in Ellensburg.
7. How will this position meet the economic development goals of the County and region?
The Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce will be focusing on the following elements:o Continue our efforts with SBDC Certified Advisor to support existing businesses in order to retain and
assist in their success and potential expansion. We will continue to offer a variety of workshops both
virtually and on location at our Business Development Center in Cle Elum.o Continue to list resources of current demographics, business climate, quality of life and available
properties inventory for sale or lease on our website.o Continue our social media strategies.o Continue to collaborate with CenterFuse, Ellensburg Downtown Association, Cle Elum Downtown
Association, Roslyn Downtown Association, Mountains to Sound Greenway, Kittitas Conservation
Trust, Towns to Teanaway, Forte,rra, City of Roslyn City council, City of Cle Elum planner and
commissions, Cityof Kittitas Council, City of Ellensburg and Kittitas County community Development
Offices.o Continue to highlight and preserve historic and rural stories throughout Kittitas County through our
efforts of Tourism promotion for Kittitas County, City of Ellensburg and the City of Cle Elum.o Continue our guidance to businesses on working with local govemment agencies via our website.o Continue to collaborate with HopeSource Ellensburg Cle Elumo COAL in Ronald, Kittitas Pantry and
FISH to offer assistance and support for social serices such as housing hansportation, and serrrices for
our citizens in the county.
Develop, create and implement marketing materials (digital and traditional) to recruit new businesses
and indushies to encourage growth and diverse industry offerings at competitive wage base.
Identify and irnplement infrastructure pdects ready for funding locally, state or federally. Collaborate
with partners like Kittitas Reclamation District, Ellensburg School District, WSDOT and others.
Some of these strategies mentioned above are specifically in Chapter l0 of the Kittitas County
Comprehensive Plan, Economic Development. You will also see as a priority of the Kittitas County
Chamber of Commerce for the positions that are being requested to implement and measure success of the
following goals.
. Support the retention and expansion of existing local businesses and industries.o Recruit new business and industries to foster a strong base ofjobs and wages.r Protect the viability of the airport as a significant economic resource to the community.o Encourage the full economic use of commercial and industrial lands, buildings, and infraskucfure.
These same types of strategies can be also found in the Ellensburg Comprehensive Plan with an expansion of
partners in sectors of business: industrial, transportation, agriculture, tourism, healthcare and education.
8. Describe any research your organization has conducted which shows the need for this position.
Please include the data upon which your claims are based for our review.
Rural communities are not an economic liability to the county-every rural community has a unique
colnbitratiott of assets in rvhich they can invest to grow and promote resilience. These assets include but are not
lirnited to:
l. Growing populations and rvorkforces in some counties due to intenrational irnmigration
2. Natural rcsources including arnenities such as public parks as well as tradable cornrnodities such as corn and
timber
3. lnnovaliott and adaption irr both the agricultural and ntauufaciurirrg iudusir:ies
4. Comntunit5,sociRl capital resulting fiom c.lose-knit contmunilic-.s and social infrastnrcture
Soure tural cotntnunities have successfully leveraged their riatural amerrities to revitalize their economies. Many
of lhe t'tit-al al'eas erltel'iencirts econonric glou,th have prospered. jn 1tar1, duc ti-r tourism and the outcloor
recreatiott econollly. llecreation-dependent rural counties have deuronstrated faster job growth comparccl with
tton-recreation rural coutrties, and newcomers to these areas tend to have higher than average eamings than
those ilr other rural counties. While avsrage job earnings in recreation counties are lower than in non-recreation
couttties, wages in recreation counties are growing rnore rapidly. Moreover, reseaLch shows that rural counties
with a higher percentage of federal lands tend to perfonn better on economic indicators such as per capita
income and employnent.
References:
McElrtrurry, "Proactive and Patient"; Matheura, Svajlerika, and lfernialln, "Revival and Opportunity."
Meghan Lawson, 'oRecreatiolr Counties Attract New Residents and l-ligher Incomes" (Bozeman, MT:
I
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Headwaters Economics,2019), available at https:/Areadwaterseclggtnics.org/goonomic
perfomrgncelrccrca&n: .
Economic development is a critical component that drives economic growth in our economy, creating high
wage jobs and facilitating an improved quality of life. The business development team at the Kittitas County
Chamber of Commerce will work to attract, and retain jobs for the Kittitas valley. While the work of
economic developers often falls under the radar, creating and sustaining jobs for a region is a critical
component to a successful economy and community.
These are the top six reasons why economic development plays a critical role in any region's economy
Job creation: Economic developers provide critical assistance and information to companies that
create jobs in our economy. We help to connect new-to-market and existing companies with the
resoluces and partners they need to expand, such as Central Washington Worksource (People for
People), utilities, and county and city partners.
2. Industry diversification: A core part of economic development works to diversi$ the economy,
reducing a region's vulnerability to a single industry. While tourism plays an important role in creating jobs
in the Kittitas Valley, economic development efforts help to grow industries outside of tourism, including
Technology, Healthcare, Aviation, Manufacturing, and Business Services.
3. Business retention and expansion: A large percentage ofjobs in the Kittitas economy are created by
existing companies that are expanding their operations. Our economic developme,nt team executed 300
business retention and expansion visits to local companies just last year to assist with their operational
needs-
4. Economy fortification: Economic development helps to protect the local economy from economic
downturns by attracting and expanding the region's major employers.
5. Increased tax revenue: The increased presence of companies in the region translates to increased tax
revenue for community projects and local infrastructure.
6.Improved quality of life: Better infrastructure and more jobs improve the economy of the region and
raise the standard of living for its residents.
Applicant Certification
Certification is hereby given that the information provided is accurate and the applicable attachments are
complete and included as part of the application package.
I certifr that application thresholds are met at the time of application.
n ln laoal
Signature Representative Date
Sponsoring Agency
(If Applicable)
Signature of Agency Representative Date
Typed or Printed Name Date
Associate Economic Development Organization Notification
The organization listed below has received notilication of this application as demonstrated by the
signature of the organization's representative,
Name of Organization
Signature of Representative Date
Kittitas County Department of Public Works Receipt of Application
Signature of Kittitas County DPW Representative Date
Typed or Printed Name
Submit the original application to:
Kittitas County Department of Public Works
411N. Ruby, Suite #1
Ellensburg WA 98926
KITTITAS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
D IS TRES S ED COUNTY INFRAS TRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
APPLICATION DUE DATES
YY 2022
Dishessed County Sales and Use Tax Application for Economic Development Office Personnel:
Applicants are invited to appear at the COG meeting when the project's criteria is reviewed.
APPLICATIONS DUE COG MEETING DATES
2022 Application due Date
November tgr2021,...
COG Meetines
..December 2021 COG Meeting
**Funding available January 1,2022
KlTllTrlS CO{rNIY
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Job Tltle: Director of Economic Advancement
Status: Full-Time / Salaried / Exempt
Salary Range: $50,000 - $75,000 depending on qualifications and tenure
Department: EconomicDevelopment
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
SUMMARY
The economic advancement director is responsible for planning, staffing, advising and overseeing economic development
related functions, and must coordinate with all departments relating to events and activities of thJChamber. Also
overseeing the Associated Development Organization duties of the county under the regulations of the State of
Washinglon Department of Commerce.
To be successful in this role, you will need a deep understanding of business growth, opportunities within Kittitas County,
You will also need excellent public relations and verbal communication skills. This single position will lead or have a
high probability of recommending and implementing a course of action with our municipality partners.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - may inctude. Establish and maintain development related relationships with consumers, business communiql, economic
development planning advisory boards, economic development agencies, elected officials and governmental
agencies in furthering the County's economic development goals.r Meet with affected property owners in potential economic development areas to assess and coordinate the
county's economic development efforts.r Collaborate with the Council of Government for the advancement of overall economic development goals
and objectives.I Meet with Main Street programs in Kittitas County to assess and coordinate economic development
efforts.r Planning or directing the development of programs to maintain favorable public views of the organization's
contract obligations.
' Ensure-Qhamb_er website is updated, current and correct with best practices for: Business & Industry
Recruitment, Business Retention & Expansion, Workforce Development, Real Estate Development &
Reuse, and Small Business and Entrepreneurial Assistance information.. Adhere to contracted budgets to avoid ovemrns.
' Track key performan"" oriail& identiff items to work on for future hends.r Meet with SBDC Certified Advisor monthly to assess small business retention and expansion efforts.r Meet with Non-profit Advisor monthly to asscss non-profit and not-for-profit assistance efforts.o Preparing and editing promotional publications to maintain favorable public views of the organization's contract
obligations.r Develop, implement, and participate in special business community events to promote business
development and vitality,r Perform public relations related tasks on behalf of Kittitas County, including physical and digital pressp releasesa press conferences, and social media.
' Develo*implement effective resource publications to encourage new business, communicate potential
economic development areas, reporting market research and available incentives throughout Kittitas
County.
' Attend and engage in local and state committees and/or commissions.
cltu-noqul|tncrV
' Assist in the Council of Government process. May require additional facilitation of assisting local
municipalities. Collaborate with COG for the advancement of overall economic development goals and
objectives.r Create and conduct local town halls/roundtables, as requested.
' Provide industry knowledge to build public relation strategies that influence public opinion and promote
products, ideas, and services.
' Attend and represent the Chamber and economic constituencies at conferences, trade shows, and other
exhibitions, as needed.
' Additional requirements for developing programs nray be needed. May require business plans, strategic
plarrning, or prior authorization frorn CEO.. Preparing and editing organizational reports/analytics, for internal and external audiences.
' Provide a monthly economic report to the CEO, to be shared to the Board of Directors, Council of
Government and Board of County Commissioners.i. Economic website stats, Leads, and overall activities of the department.r Preseut monthly to contracted committees, specifically on campaign website statistics and applicable
contract requirements. Annual reports may be requested as a contract obligation.r Project and budget management skills.
' Coordinate and manage economic development interns for the department.
' Ensure chamber contracts are up to date and reviewed regularly; liabilities reviewed regularly; and
approved by CEO.r Grant Writing may be required for development of departmenVprograms. May require developing,
recommending and implementing the county's Economic Development Strategy & Work Plan.r Assist and advocate for businesses and industry during permitting efforts.
' Plan, development, submit and monitor the Economic Development department's annual budget.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIESl. Knowledge of community structure and operations, organizations, policies, and ordinances that affect economic
development.
2. Understanding of marketing and promotion techniques.3, Capability to perform market analysis as it relates to the potential development of a specific site.4' I(nowledge of real estate practices, managernent, organization, and legal practices pertaining to real property, right-
of-way, acquisition, and relocation; survey laws, land transaction methods, title records, and instruments.5. Knowledge of economic analysis techniques related to market, feasibility, and impact studies.6. Knowledge of grant research and preparation.
7, Ability to motivate others to gain support for new business.8. Understanding of political environments and sensitivities and the ability to function effectively within that
environment.
9, Ability to interpret pertinent legal documents, laws, and regulations.
l0' Ability to cultivate and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with elected officials, advisory
groups, the business community, department heads, employees, media, and general public.
I I ' Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form to a diverse audience and to prepare and analyze
technical and administrative reports, statements, and correspondence.
12. Effective organization and expression of ideas through use of oral and written communications.
13. Effective presentation of infonnation to top management, public groups, boards of directors, or governing bodies.
14. Effective use of interpersonal skills in a tactful, patient, and courteous manner.
MINTMUM QUALrI'ICATIONSl, Experience in working with local, county, and state government agencies and elected officials.2. Experience in public relations, including interaction with the media.3. Abitity to manage and update websites.4. Valid Washington State Driver license and appropriate insurance at time of hire for work-related travel
DESIRABLE QULIFICATIONS AND ABILITIESl. Experience in the following professions: community development, business, finance, marketing, advertising and
promotion, property management, or a related field.2. Bachelor's degree in economic development. Urban planning, business administration, or a related discipline, or
five (5) years of work experience in economic development, real estate developrnent, property management or a
similar field. The requirement may be substituted with a combination of certification through the Certified
Economic Developer (CEcD) prograln and relevant work experietlce on a case-by-case basis.
PH't'SICAL REQUIRET\/lENTS
l. Must be able to lift up lo 25 1:oultds2. The enrployee is occasionally required to star:d; u,alk. clinrb stails, and stoop. kneel, cr<luclr or cr.awl.
\ryORI( BNVIRONI\{ENT
o Tlte $'olk ettvitolttrterrl cltaracteristics desclibed lrere are lepresentative o1'those tlral an enrployee encoulllers
u4rile perfornrilrg lhe essential funclions of this iob.I itrcrttnbenl lttttst Lrc available lbrnreetings and other everlls afterstandard rvork lrours.o While pet'fornting thc dtttics of tliis job, the errrployce is occasiolally exposed to moving nrechanical parts and
Itttrres ot'airborne ltarlicles. The noise level in the work envilorulent is usually nlodcrale.r While perlblnring the dtrties of lhis.iob, the etrployee typically u,orks in ari oiflce euvironnrent. Frecluent trnyel,
uncler all rvcatlter and t'oad condilions. is recluired tlrrouglrout the ycar lbr tlrr: pluposes of Business ancl ludnstr-y
altr-action and {lre overall plorrroliorr of Kittitas County.
. Petsolts irr tlris classificfltiolr trtrtsl. ri,ilh or u'iflroul accournrodalion. speak arrrl lreal u,ithin nonnal rallgesl
cotrrlnnrlicale t,ia telephone. attd possess close vision acuily suflicieut lo leacl stlall plint.
Equal Emploltment Opporlunity: The Kittitos County Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer and
service provider dedicated to the advocacy oJ'small businesses and does not and shall not discrindnate on the basis oJ'
race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, ntarital status, sexual
orientation, or military status, in any of ils activities or operatious.
Employee Signature Dale
Chief Executive Officer Date
l<ITTIIAS COUNIY
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cllultl0il[u!!!lct\#Job Title: Associate Business Development Coordinator
Status:
Hourly Range:
Department:
Reports to:
Part Time / Hourly / Exempt
$15.25 - $18.50 depending on qualifications and tenure
Economic Development/Commercial Properties
Chief Executive Offrcer
SUMMARY
To support the Chamber's core mission of business development through the coordination of business atfraction and
retention related activities, and serving as a secondary point of contact in Economic Development. Provide point of
contact for Chamber of Commerce Commercial tenants and managing of properties.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:o Serve as the secondary contact for the county as Associate Economic Development (ADO).o Attend required trainings, conferences, etc.r Business Development Center (BDC) /Catalyst Liaisono Market use of space to businesses and community groupso Build and manage event/meeting calendaro Market events to the communityo Work in collaboration with the BDC Committeeo Prepare/organize space based on needso Assist out-of-county businesses seehng to relocate to the county.o Meet with and assist businesses from out of the county.o Arrange sight visits; working with other economic development contacts.o Serve as "property expert" for the Chamber. Manage and update KCCC's property data base under the
supervision of Chief Executive Officer. Update building and site availability on a monthly basis
internally for KCCC's website and externally with state Department of Commerce. Scrub properry
information annually for accuracy and designated featured properties quarterly.o Track available economic development/tourisnr gants and opportunities:o Opportunity Zoningo .09 Funding Countyo Yakima County's Development Association Partnership "Enterprise Challenge"r Aid in the production of a semi-annual newsletter. This includes gathering pertinent information, drafting and
formatting articles, and disseminating to the appropriate industry list.r Participate in various external and internal meetings and events that require KCCC staffsupport and involvement.
This may include Chamber functions, CenterFuse meeting and other possible functions.o Grow membership at a rate consistent with the goals and objectives of the Chamber's budget through ouffeach
and constant contact in order to anticipate and address the needs of current and future membership.-
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSl. Outgoing personality who enjoys people2. Writing, reading, and analytical skills3. Public relations and marketing experience4. Some data entry skills, competence with office management software5. Technically sawy (ability to use online resources for research)6. Strong customer service attitude
7, Organizational skills and aftention to detail
PHYSICA L REQ UI REN,IENTS
l. Must be ablc to lift up to 25 pounds
2. The enrpJoyec is occasionally reqr,rircd to stand; u,alk, climb s(airs, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crau,l.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
l. Advanced rvrilirre. reading, arithnretic and analytical skills required.
2. IJigh school diplonra/ecprivaleut rccluired.
3. Inlernet co:nrlultication skills,
4 . St rong c ttstotttet' scn ice skills requ ired in order to conurrurricate effectively u'ith all lc.vels of nrarragerrrent,
business and governnrent offices/
5. Excellent orgattizatiortal, attetttion to detail, follou' through and protrlent-solviug skills lequired.
6, Experience irr plarrnirrg special eventslnreetings.
7, Must have reliable transl:oflation.
8. Other duties as assigned.
N{TNII\{UI\4 BDUCATION
r Bachelor's degree rvith significant coul'se\\,ork in business adnrinistratiorr, economics, nrarketirrg or public
relaliorrs.
. Relevanl rvork experience in deve Ioplnent authority. clranrber of corr.rnrerce. brrsiness developnrent ol lesearch.
WORK ENVIRONI\,IENT
r 'l'he utork ertvitontttenl cltaraclerislics desclibed here are l'epreserrlalivc of lhose lha{ an cn.r1':lovee el.}colutters
u,hile perfornring lhe essential functioris of this job.
c While perftrnnittg the clulies o{'llris.joh. the enr;:loyee is occasionally exposeci lo rtroying rncclranical parls and
Itttttes or ailbot'tte pallielcs. 'l'lrc noiss level iu lhe u,olk envilorrnrent is usually nrodcra(c.
Equal Entployment Opportunity: The Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce is an equal opportunity employer and
sentice provider dedicated to the advocacy ofsmall businesses and does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancesuy), disability, marital status,
sexual orientatian, or mililary slatus, fit any of its activities or operations.
Employee Signature Date
Chief Executive Officer Date
Title Details
Employee Type
University Title
Title Code
Pay Range
Minimum Salary
Maxlmum Salary
Affirmative Action Goa ls
Function General Scope
Required Qualifications
AP-Administrative Professional
Business Managemenl Counselor
1 196
N/A
Asian, Black, Disability, Prolecled Veteran
Positions assigned to this class are responsible for providing advanced advising and training services
pertaining to all but the most complex issues associated with starting or enhancing the operation of
small lrusinesses. Primary functions include advising clients in the formation or development of small
businesses; assisting with the identiticalion and evaluation o{ business challenges and opportunitiesi
providing assislance and guidance in developing business plans and operating plans for marketing,
managemenl and/or commercial finance proposals; performing research, data compilation and budget
analysis for Ltse in managerial decision making; developing and implementing marketing program
pians; andior coordinating program nrarkeling efforls to enhance awareness and access.
Positions may be responsible for leading or directing the work of Associate Business h4anagement
Counselors.
Positions require a Bachelor's degree in business or relaled field and foLrr (4) years ol experience in
business ot'tret'slrip, business management and/or program developrnent A lVlaster's degree in a
telaled iielci rriav he substiluted for up to one (1) year of lhe requirerl erfit?rienle /r,nr,r csrn'i[in611s,', oi
te[:''i:rll edt.tcarlirrn attd e>lperience txriy be subslrltrled for the ed(,.F.rlional rirqriret-nerrl rrrr a year-for-
vear basis.
These pcrsitic,r-rs rriay require addilional licenses or certifications.
Position Details
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Employee First Nanre
Errrployee Lasl Narnt:
Posilion Details
Urriversity Title
Workirrg Title
Work Location
Position Supervisor
Summary of Duties
EItsil t,'rS Ml:tagt:ll lll Col,rtlSei()I
Bu::tri. st- AcJiriscr
Other
Duane Fladland, Slaie Director
The primary focus of the Sntall Business Development Center (SBDC) program is business
development educalion through individual and small group advising.
The Business Advisor acts as a coach or nrentor, assisling clients in developing or inrproving their
business management skills !n order to effectively nranage the operations of their business. ln the
process, lhe Business Advisor mainlains strrct confidentiality of all client information and follows
conflict of inleresl policies of the SBDC program.
ln addition to the instruction/advising componen{ of lhe posiiion, the Business Advisor performs
significant outreach activilies to engage the community through regutar contact with Chsmbers of
Conrmerce, Economic Development Councils, service clubs and community organizations and
legislators in conjunclion with the Lead Of{ice slaff .
The SBDC is a network of enlrepreneurially minded prolessional business advisors rvith significanl
experience in small business who enjoy the intrinsic value ot helping business owners/nranagers
developing or improving lheir business knowledge and skills to effectively manage ihe operations of
tlreir business. ln confideniial, one-on-one relationships, we educate, nrenlor and advise clienls in all
aleas of grow,ng a business. The Business Advisor also must adhere lo the code of professional
conduct and conflict of interest policies of the SBDC program. Most advisors work independently in a
community-located SBDC cenler, yel frequently collaborate wilh advisors across the state who requesl
assistance on behalf o{ a client with need for specific expertise.
Advisors musl be well organized to manage more tlran g0 clients annually. Business clients will be
fronr every, seclor of the local business comnrunity and require a full range of business services.
Advisors ntust have conrprehensive krrovrledge and expetience of small business operations.
Advisors nrusl undersland the client's siluatiorr, analyze tfre problems and guide lhe clienl in
developing a $olution lre or she is v,,illing and able to imFlemenl.
Advisors are expecled to provide in depth sr.tbslanlive aCvising which typically includes idenlifi,irrg a
rat"rge o{ solutions, discussirrg the pros arrd cons of r.:aclr arrd explaining abslract concepts vr,itlr real
world exanrples, Advisors constantly seek professional development opportunities to expand their core
compelencies in all areas of busirress. inr'lLrCirrE le.;lr-r':):)(ty. necessary 10 slart, grow, sustain and
transilion a snrall business.
Peer mentoring is valued vrithin the Washinglon SBDC Netr^.,ork and advisors oflen share their
expertise in response to queries fron'r olher ad,.,isors. /tdi'isors nrust derrelop and nrairrtain a referral
netttork within tlreir local seri,ice areFS lo errsute llrey rriarrrlairr a robust client caseload capable of
delivering sigrrificanl ecorrortric inrpacls lo tlrc loe;,1 r;orlrrirr.rity and the stirle. Advisors nrusl also builti
relatiorrships vrith rtarious anC diverse starkeltoltlers lo .,(1'./ocai{i suppori oJ the SBDC program,
inciuding clecled officials, {trnding partrrers, hrrsinesscs and cc:rnmunily leaders.
lilet., ar:lvisors in the SED(l notv,/ork will n(iFd lr sri(:ic(,c{r rlly r,r:inrlleie a cerltlicitlion program rrvithrn six
ntorrtlts of lrire to beconre f ully certified as an aclvrsor ()erlif ic;ation is desigrred to allow the ner',r advisor
tori,,rrrCTrstrilethr;if lr.,rrrit'phc;n:,ir,r t,. '\,1,^.i , ,:,, i ,,.( r.'i,.:,rrc,:es:{rrl irr SrtiCir'rgclicrllrrnu,;11,r
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atrcl ;:rocesses they usc to assisl their clilrris.
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F)I{,qess,. thr: Ettsines;s Ad\/isot maintFin!r slticl .,:,r,r,o':.rtiialii;,ii :,1[ cl,enl ir:{ornlatton and follir*,s
cnnfli(l r)f inlerest polii:ie-.s cri tlre SBD(l lrr.r!iri.rir.
ln adtiitic,n to the instructlorrladvising c(rrnponelrl r-ri rirelob, irre Busirress Advlsor delivers sigrrilicant
outreach to tl-re conrn-runiiy through regular errgzigenrent r.,,illr Clienrbers oi Cornnrerce, Econontic
Development Councils, service clubs and commurrit:l organir:alions.
The Business Adrrisor will also develop progranr operalional plans designed to allract growth-orienled
clients; deplo;, nl6rksling efforts to enhance a\/areness ol and access to V/ashington SBDC and
partner programs; arrd perform researcl'r; daia corlpilation and budgel analysis for use in managerial
decision making and new project considerations.
Job Duties
pA"ce"" Requirernent
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$ a""""" Requirement
Other Access Requirements
Job Duties
Please lisl the job duties assigned to lhe position in order of inrponance. Provide an estimated perceniaqe of time oiven to each function. Thetotal percenla$e ntust add up to I 00% (rbgardless of part-l inr ei slatus ). 'A minim u m of 1 entry is require*d.
Confidential client data.
Clierrt Coaching
Advise clients irr lhe development of corlprehensive business plans, operating plans, ntarkel
developmenl, organizalional struclure, financial management and financial proposal developrnent.
Deliver lechnical assistance to guide clients in dealing effectively with topics including but not limiled
to, finance, marketing, organizational issues, human resources, commercialization and business
Develop and teach workshops in lhe operational aspects of business management to individuals and
groups of business owners and managers on an as-needed basis, depending on the resources
available and slakel-rolder needs in the service area.
Currently:
lnstruct cltenls in the developnrent ol conrprehensive business plans, as well as, operating plans for
managemenl derrelopmerrl, niarkel development, organizaiional struclure developmenl, anrj financial
managemenl and linancial proposal development.
Technical assistarrcc.: lo clietrts is provided to deal effeclively wilh, for example, mark(rlinq challenges.
organizational contlict, persrrnnel nratters, comnrercialization of technology and business 6rhase
slrategies.
Develup ar-rtl teat lr sllr:rrl lr.rr,ir *es in the operaliorlal aspecls of busirtess tranagerrrell ti, br.rsitrt,ss
ov'tners and tnarragers ort an ers-rreeded basis, depending on ihe resources available in ilie servrce
area.
Communily Errgagernerrt
Enoage anrJ t:ollalriitale r,'ritlr inlerrral and exlernal partners to cooldinate sen,ices, ir, ilte smal; lrr-rsi1ri.s$
community.
Jhese inclt.rr.je, t.rul ar0 riot i:trillt:tJ ic,. tiBDC, \&SLl or SBA personnel, lcrr:rrl, slale and federal errliirr.ji.
lenders (public arrd priralelv iunded); professional service providers (CFAs, attorrreys, bookkeepers.
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bus irress c{,t', I rurr1,i.
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oilrer Cigital applic:-riir':rs sucir ss (VJurr], PowcrL\()int, email and Excel etc.).
Attend regional meelings as requileLl and slatevJide stafl meelings at least l\4/o limes per year. hiay bc
recluired to attend a ni?tional SBDCI conference.
Currently:
Record and report clienl aclivily using a proprielary online database as well as other digilal
applications common lo l."4icroso{t Olfice(l'4S Word, Excel, etc).
Attend statev'/ide staff meetings al leasi ln'o limes per year and upon occasion to national confeferrces
u;ithin lhe U.S.
Other
Perfclrm other relaied duties as required.
Positions require a Bachelor's degree in br"rsiness or related field and four (4) years of experience in
Job Functiorl
Duties Performed
Job Function
Duties Performed
Job Fr.rrrclir:rr
Drrtics Perforrned
Job Function
Duties Performed
Required Qualilicalions
Additional Requ i rernents
Pre{e rred Qualifications
business ownership, business management and/or program developnrent, A Masier's degree in a
related field may be substituted fol up to one (1) year of the required experience, Any combination of
relevant educalion and experience may be substiluted for the educalional requirement on a year-for-
year basis.
These positions may require additional licenses or certificalions.
-Advanced compelency in conrpuler platforms, on-line resources, conrmunication tools, ancl financial
analys is.
The successful candidale is required to conlplete WSBDC ceriificalion \1,ithin six mor-rlhs of being hired
- or be ntaking satisfactory progress loward conrpletion, as delermineC by ihe SBDC's Certification
Commiltee. Upon success{ulconrplelion, the candidate will be designaled a Certified Business Advisor
(CBA) and tarill be expected lo complete 32 hours of professional tlevelopn-ren1 and conlinuing
education.
Currently:
-Strong computer skills including demonstraled proficiency with Microsoft Office Word, Outlook and
Excel.
-l'he successful candidale must complete SBDC certificalion within six months a{ter being lrired - or
be making satisfactory progress toward completion, as determined by the SBDC's Certification and
Ptofessional Developnrenl Conrmillee, Llpqn successful conrpletion tlre candid.rle v/ill be designated a
Certilied Business Advisor (CBA). CBAs will be expected to pursue on-9oing proiessional clevelopmenl
aricj ccrnlinuing education lo maintain their certification.
- nl.nrclnstraterj local econornic developntenl, conrmunity,, ancj busines:; rel:rtiotrslrips.
- Expr,'rience in acivising sn'rall businesses.
- Five (5) or more years of small business olnership and/or nranagernerrt
- Er:psliepnE developing andior leaching nlartfrgerrent v,'orkshops.
- Prr,orarn and/or product developnienl experienr;e.
- Wr,rk experience rlith technology-based firnts.
- Proficiencv in English and olher language(s).
Lrl.rr rel]lly:
-Dr trrorrstr:ited local ecorron-ric developrnenl, corrinruni{i'. arid br.rsrness r,-la1k-rnslrips
-[:^i-)er ier.ri.;e irr advisilrg srnall businesses.
-Fi,ie (l:) ur iltore years uf stttall busirress trtrnefshi|-r ailr!iot ntitlt.ri-lL4nrr,rtit.
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- l- r o,.l rarr r a ncllor prod u<;l develof"rrlent er:lreriencr-:.
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Essential Work Competencies
Essertlial Work Competcrrcies
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-Strong Teanl Attitude and Approach: the ability and willingness to share ideas, to be open to lhe ideas
of olhers, work loivard organizational goals and interests.
-Slrategic Thinking: the ability to fornrulate effeclive business stralegies consistent with accomplishing
the business and mission of SBDC.
-Systematic Thinking
-Strong Customer Setvice Orientationi abilily to work with customers to define lheir concern(s), identify
options and polenlial consequences, and place thenr in a position to make lheir own decision as to an
appropriate course of action.
-Conrrnilment to Diversiiy
Currently:
-Slrong interpersonal and communicaiion skills and ihe ability to work e{fectively wilh a wide range of
consliiuencies in a diverse community.
-Ability to communicale effectively, both oraily and in wr:ting.
-Ability to develop basic business plans, nrarketing plans, financial slralegies, anrl business loan
proposals.
-Abilily to gather data, compiie information, and prepare reports.
-Records nraintenance skills.
-Skill in the use of personal conlputers and related software apptications.
-Knowledge of ihe characleristics and prerequisiles of a successful busirress loan proposal.
-Knowledge and underslanding of the principles and praclices of small business operations.
-Knowledge of basic business accoutlting
-Knowledge of federal arrd state financial arrd ta>r regulations perlaining to small businesses.
-Abilily to clevelop and presenl educational progranrs ancl/or workshops.
-Higlr Tolerance for Clrange: ihe ability arrd rvillirrgrress lo work in WSU's ever-changing and fasl paced
environment to solve complex Lrrrsiness and lrr-rrnern concerns.
-Sirong Tearrt Attilude ilrlcl Al.rl-rroarcit: tlrc r-l1,:iily arrrd rr.,illingrress 10 share ideas, to be open to ilre iclcas
ol others, rn,ork torvard organizaliOnal goals ;.rItl itileresls.
-Strategic Thinking: {l-re abilily io fot'mulate efieciive business strategies consistent with accomplishing
ll-re br.rsiness and niissiorr o1 14t$l-1. Her,inc a lorr!-lernr perspeclive anci the ability to assess the
impacis ol proposals - bolh pro .jTrd crrn,
-Syslefis Thinking: lhe abilily 1o for:us orr trovr i,rr rssue being reviewed interacts vr'ith lhe olher
componenis of our svslems.
'Strong Custonrer Service Oriet-rtatiotr: lhe (lef ir(j ancl ability lo provide lrienclly and ilexible ser,.,ices
that resolve conccrns in a tiinely faslrion in accordance vrith lhe appropriate processes and
procedures.
'Consulting Skills. the abilitv to',!crk \'rith cuslcrilers to define their concern(s), iclentift optiorrs apcl
potenlial colrsequences, arrcl lllace tlrerrtr irt a ptrsiliori to nrake tlreir own cjecisiorr as to arr approp-rriare:
course of aclion.
Ctrnrnritrrrenl to Diversilri: att i,ipprer;ii.rtir:rrrrf iirt: irenriits ol a riiversc workplace anrj wiilitrUness to 1-l(rj
aclions to enhance the diversily of \tJSU.
-Abilit; tO I€i::Ltti lr'giu;liy ;tr:: ;rrlilu r\,(itrLl ,,i,,.,- jj iltru. lir uul)!idct nltgjf nOllve..nd dl\,utbe putSliuLttr.,,r
p('i1irli.;n?]rir{,!:iii\ri,i1liilltf;li:;,1,,'trr.i.,'.-i,,'rjitlr,,j:tr,.jtflJsl
-Abi:ii'i lo'ryt.rrk r:ilrcli','ely i;lrtl uiiir:i,..rrtli rri irrr.rlr srll. r;r ;;nri r:onflict :ilualir.rrrs.
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fr()iTr tnuliiple ioUtcbs.
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-Hllilitlr to t,frLielslijftcl, rentcilrilrit ;r11ri i,,lk,L^.,,,,erlii,rl;lr,i,,,.,ri1lear irts:lrLtr-tiorrs.
-Atrilii;,io corripletr..ar.sigrreri tils.ks t,rriiri;r.rt(iit (:r,l g,.rliLirrlston.
Cur rerrlly:
-Abiliiy to reason logically and make sourrd clecisiorrs, to consicler alterrrative anrJ diverse perspectives,
to communicate effectively bolh orall'i ancl in v,rriting, lo ren-rain poised under all circumstances, and 10inleraci effectively wilh people in a positive manner lfral engenclers confidence ancl trust,
-Abilitv lo work effec{ively arrd efiicientiy in higli stress and con{lict sjtualions.
-Ability to simultaneously address nrultiple contplex problems.
-Ai"rilily to multitask without loss oi efficiency or accuracy, ir-rclucling the ability lo perfornr muliiple duties
from multiple sources.
-Abilily 1o work and suslain attention wilh cli,etraclions and/or interrlrptions.
-Abilily to inleract appropriately with a variely of indivicluals including custonrerslclients.
-Ability to deal wilh people under adverscr circumslances.
-Abiliiy io work as an inlegral parl of a team.
-Ability to n.laintain regular attendance arrd be purrctr.ral.
-Ability io undersland, renrember and follorv verbal and vrrri{ten instruciiorls.
-Ability io contplele assigned lasks without rlirecl supervision.
-Ability to exercise independent judgmenl and make decisions.
Pe rformance Expectations
Performance Expectations
Quality of Work
Quantity of Work
Job Knowledge
The Business Advisor is required to satisfy individual performance expectalions, deliverables or goals
lhal are in alignmenl with the SBDC stralegic plan and in accordance with the Annual \4/ork plan.
Annual deliverables for the Business Advisor include 900 personal advising hours plus an adclilional
900 hours in SBDC related supporl; tracking client business impacls; teaching short-course in
management topics; developing and following an annual rvork plan in cooperation with the Regional
Coordinalor; providing locused instruction 1o particular client types or geographical areas targeted for
special emphasis by lhe SBDC or U.S. Snrali Business Administration (SBA); and special initialirres
and communily outreach undertaken for the Slate Director or Associale Slate Direclor. The Business
Adrrisor is responsible for seeing thal required reports are submilted 10 the Lead Center crn linre.
Satisfaction of tlelii,erables and business clierrl evaluations are among the nneasures usecl in
evaluating the Business Advisor's annual performance.
The successlul cartdidate nrusl conrplete SBDC certificalion urithin six nronths after being hired - or
be ntaking saiisfact,-rr', l-rroqress tov/ard completion, as delermined by the SBDC's Ctertifir.:alicin
Commlttee. Upott sttccc:ssful complelion the candidate will be designater-l a Certified Eusirre,,ss AcJyisor
(CBA) CBAs vrill be erl.recied 1o pursue on-goirrg professional developrrrerrt and corrtirruing education.
C Lrrtr-,:ntlt,:
Tlre successful candidale nrust complete SBDC ceriification nrithin six nionths after being hired - or
be makingl saiisfactc,r:; prooress toward complelion, as determined by the SBDC's Certification ancJ
Professionai Developrrlent Commitiee. Upon successful conrpletion lhe r;;:nrliciirle lvill bc cir:signatcd a
Ctrliliecl P,t:sittess Ail'.,i::or (CBA). CBAs will l;e expecled to pursue on-gl'inC frroics:ir-,rral 'j,,,,i:lc,i:rrrentancl r:t'r'rlirrrrirr!i etlLtt;iriirifr lo rnairrlatrr theit certificaticrr,
lm racucapital lnfuslon (ver. 2018)
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2021
Llne
2. New Businesses Started3. Jobs Created (Fulland part-time)4. Jobs Retained5. Jobs Supported6. Change in Sales7. Total Gross Revenues of Assisted Concerns8. Change in Profits9. Gapitallnfuslon'Loans10. SBA Loans, Numberof11. SBA Loans, Dollar Amount12. Non-SBA Loans, Numberof13. Non-SBA Loans, DollarAmount14. NumberofLoans15. Dollar Amount of Loans16. Capital lnfusion - Equity17. Number of Equity Capital18. DollarAmount of Equity Capital19. Total Gapital lnfuslon - Loans + Equlty20. Number of Loans/Equity21. Dollar Amount of Loans/Equity22, Government Gontract Awards23. Government Contract Amount24. Number of Government Contracts25. Gounseling and Training Data26. Total Clients Counseled27. Number of New Clients Counseled28. TotalClient Hours29, New Client Hours30. Av€rago hours per client counseled31. Average hours per session32. Total Counselor Hours33, Extended Engagement Clients (since 10/1/2005)34. Long Term Clients (since start of fiscal year)35. Total Training Events36. Total Training Event Sessions37. Training Attendees38. Unique Clients Trained39. Total Training Event Hours40. TotalTraining Attendee Hours41. Clients Served (EDMIS Calculation)
5
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$40,995,131.00
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$231,988.00
2
$624,000.00
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$855,988.00
I
$196,360,00
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Cle Elum SBDC Quarterly Report
July 1- Sept 30,202t
Total # of Cle Elum SBDC Clients ln System: 190
# of Clients Counseled thls qtr: 32 (some had many sessions)
S of New Clients Counseled this qtr: 16
Client Minorlty Demographics this euarter:
Women-Owned: 11
Minority-Owned: 6
Veteran-Owned: 3
Tribal-Owned: 1
Capital lnfusion during q3: $263,310
Capital lnfusion YTD: $979,973
Counsellng Toplcs:
lndustry
Business Accounting/Budget 1
Business Plan 0
Buy/Sell Business 4
Cash Flow Management 3
Covid-19 Related I
Financing/Capital 1
ployee Mgmt 4
lnternational Trade 2
Managing a Business 11
Marketing,/Sales 5
Sta Assistance 7
No Response I
Other 32
Accommodations & Food Services 4
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting 0
Construction 0
Health Care and SocialAssistance 1
Manufacturing 2
Retail 0
Service 2
Wholesale 0
Other !2
No Response 11
Buslness Plan
Each ADO will describe their business plan and how it meets legislative reporting requirements which
represents two broad areas of work: direct assistance and support for regional economic research and
regional planning.
T'ABLE A
ADO Business Plan Reporting Obligations
2021
County: Klttitas County
ADO Organlzatlon Name: Klttltas Gounty Ghamber of Gommerue
1, Dkect assistan@, includlng business plannlng, lo companies throughout the county who necd support to stay in
business, expand, or relocab to Washington from out of state or other oountrles. Assistance must comply with business
recruitment and retention protocols establlshed in ROW 43,330.062, and includes:
development councils, port dlstrlcts, community and technical colleges and higher educatlon institutions, export
assistance provlders, impao{ Washington, the Washington state quality auard councll, small business assistance
programs, innovation partnership zones, and other federal, state, and local progmms to facilltate the alignment of
planning efforts and the seamless delivery of buslness support services within the entlre county
lhe etilirc r:lunl.y
Ellensburg, Clty of Ktfrftas, Clty of Roslyn and Clty of
into maeting with our partner organizatlons lncluding,
We
wsu officeands8DC,University,PSE Extenslon,
Main Sfreel sofvrcessoclalprograms,providers,
private se ctor bu s I n6sses.
ng parlnerc county
information for operating, expanding, or locatlng a business in Washington.
We provide this information through our websltes, wfth specific links for the categories /sfed above, as well as wlth
materials ln our office. ln addition, we will provide public outeach via email, news artlcles, soclal medla, and
at events and at meetings of seruice organizations (Rotary, Kwanis), elected ofricials, and community
export assistance, and other essential
stakeholders.
L')t:sctiln ltow y<;,tt provitle llus itionnalion
on state processes, tax
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J ;; i j.ir l:.' l.!i,:.t, I r t t, i r r { t : ;tl I t. t ! t | | t(l W i!..; h il t cltt.jj I
wlllWe fhisprovide lnformatlon ourthrough websifeg socialbrochures,media campauns,with silepartnershlpssimllarthatorganlzationspromoteStafeWashingtonKlttltasandandatCounty,trade sltows and other stakeholder
Marketlng and anoasWashlngton as excellent to or arelocate andbuslnessasatogloballycompetitiveplacegrowvfiichbusiness,includemay anddeveloplng regionalexecuting planscomattractfrompaniesofoutstate.
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location andwithon
We ankeep ofinventory available sifes thelrandproperly characterlstics,our realprovidedby esfate We alsopartners.utilities,demographic,tax,worl<force,andpermftting lnformation isthatcommunlty withshared interested parliesviaemailandmailperson,as Customizedrequested.information will be onbasedprovided needsthe of thebuslnesses.
We.continue working with our partner sBDc Certified Advisi to meet with localbusinesses and conductperiodic surveys to identify busrness trends, c.h1ltenges, ancl opportunrffes. Io assr.sf microenterprisedevelopment, we will provide tinks on our u/ebs,fes ind'tnriugln' p"rsoiit-intiiaiaions to wganization thatoffer such assr'sfance including the Depaftment of Coiiiiii, wasnington state MicroenterpriseAssociation, centerFuse,.sBtc etg,..Engagement with localdowntow'nassocration and other commerceprograms unl/ assrsf local communities with-revitalization of oommercialdistricts. Job share p*girii iitt o"highlighted in social media, rvebsrfes, email newsletteri, atevents with follow up to interested parties andconnect them to the availabte resources.
nosa and therpansion the Such rncounty ust arebutlimnotitedbusinessto,outreach and toeffortsmonitorlng and addressidentify andchallenges opportunities faced byassistancebusinesses,to trade buslnesses Inlmpactod for fromapplying the tradefederalgrants adjustmentforassistancefirmstheandprogramofprovlsioninformationtobusinessesonResourcesforavailablemicroenterprisedevelopment;
Resources available on the ofrevitalization commercial districtsThetomaintainopportunityjobsworksharedthrough authorized underprograms RCWchapter50.60
!irt't:tittrt lr(tvt' viitj wiri adtlte:;* 1r1i).:. lr j ritis//ib,liJ st.vr.trr, ai.)^$-/:irillirrl
We will aftend ADo meetings, bi'yearty WEDA conferences, participate with legislators and continue to move forwardwith the additional partners.
system-wide discussions ing gaps start-up assistance inington;
ng in economic
Providing or facllftatlng the provlslon of export aeslstance through workshops or ono{n-one assistance
11',g;,,'ll;;, lt,ittty yriil wtll l;tttltiait:1:r';ttvl iJs.r^/,cjr,f rc.).
We will continue to work closely with our local exporters, primartly hay companies, and seek fo address lhe
challenges they face. WE will also continue one<in+rne businoss vrsitafions and round fables with elected
officials, potential exportors and the Porfs of Seaftle and Tacoma to ldentify needs, baniers and potential
solutions to obstacles preventlng growth. Llnks to resources will be provided on our websffes and oontinue to
provlde refenals to Commerce, SBDC, efc.
2. Support for regional economic research and regional plannlng efforts to implement target lndusby sector stateglee and
other economic developmcnt strategles, including cluster-based stsategles. Research and plannlng cfforts should support
increased living standards and increased foreign dlrect investment, and be aligned wlth the statewide,economic
development strategy. Regional assoclate developmenl organlzations retain their independence to address local
conc€rns and goals. Actlvities lncludE:
Partlclpatlng wlth the state board for communlty and technical colleges as creatod ln RGW 288.50.050, and any
communlty and technlcal colleges in the coordination of the job skills training program and the customlzed training
program wlthln its region.
/)esr,'rjlrr: !tt:w yoti will patlie:iysalt: v,ti!lt lhr SECT C arui anv t:ttrrtnrtrnrly lechtrr::al t;olleges regardirtg ytlt skill:; atxl
r.: t t str t nt i z t ; t! tr a t t t i t tt1 Ilogt a-|lls
We wlll continue working with the Souflr Central Worldorce Development Council, Central Washington
University, and other institutes. We refer leads and coordinate introductions to people and programs fw
businesses and for worlcforce needs.
Partlcipate ln development of a countywlde economlc development plan in conjunction with other govemmental
jurisdictions and institutions.
We will continue our ertensive engagement in the cunent comprehensive p/ans of Kiftitas County and of the
cities of Ellensburg, Roslyn, Kiftitas, and Cle Elum. We will seek fo make those plans more open fo business
development and growth, and willseek fo meet changing needs and to remove baniers to investment in our
communities. Ihe coordination of the county wide strategies in our cunent economic development plan, as
well as other reglonal planning efforts, and improvement of freight mobility, wlll continue.
TABLE B
ADO - Perfonnance Measures Targets
1-2023 ofKlttltas
e:Gounty Ghamber of Gommerce
1, RECRUITIIIENT& MARKETING ACTIVITIES
Measure
Targets
FY22
Measure
Targeto
FY23
contacts initiated, site selector contacts
initiated and trade shows attended
- Provlde a target lorFy22and Fy23
Definition: The contacts shoutd be unique or first-flme contacts during
the grant year. Folrow-up or repeat contacts throughout the year shourd
not be included in the count. web site hits should not be lncluded in the
count.
o Number of business
5 5
a
a
Gurent Marketing Pran with work items and timelines on fire?
-Enter a',1,,iot Fy22 and Fy23
i-'lc;asc tlilril )tit tekelwillrtr:rrl]l
1 1
2. BUSINESS RETENTION & EXPANSION ACTIVITIES:
Retbntion & Expansion - Businesses retention and expansion (BRE) is a core program of any
economic development plan. These programs are deslgned to 1) retain or keep exlstlng
businesses in the community; and 2) provide assistance for businesses to expand. Retention and
expansion programs can be implemented at the local, regional and state levels in a variety of
wayo. Some programs might focus on central business districts in downtown areas or on the
commercial and industrial areas where many small and medium-sized firms compris€ a large
portlon of the employment base. Other mayfocus on allocating resources to support specific
industry or channeling resources to support economic diversffication strategies.
Porformancg
lleasure
Targets
F,(22
Performanec
licacuro
Targctr
FY23
a Number of outreach interactions initiated with existing businesses
such as phone calls, site visits, or surveys
-Provlde a target for FY22 and FY23 50 55
a Number of follow-up interactions initiated with exlstlng buslnesses
-Provlde a tagetfor FY22 and FY23
50 55
3. BUSINESS ASSISTANCE
Buslness Assletance (lncludlng start-ups) Small and emerging businesses generate wealth
and provide significant source of employment in today's high technology global economy. They
stimulate job creations, develop crucial innovations in both products and services, and diversify the
economic base. lt is criticalthat communities' economic development strategies dedicate
r€sources to developing and promoting new business start-ups and establishing effective support
systems so these new businesses can grow successfully. A community that meets the needs of
its entrepreneurs increases its chances of job growth within small businesses, and those gains
translate into a more vibrant community.
Performance
Measure Targcts
Flt22
Performance
Measure Targete
FY23
o Number of businesses requestlng assistance
-Provlde a target for FY22 and FY23 30 30
Number of follow-up interactions with businesses
-Provlde a tarset for FY22 and P(23
a 5 5
4. READINESS & CAPACITY BUILDING
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