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  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 20, 2024 at 6:51 PM

Applications opening soon: $148 million in infrastructure funding from Public Works Board

Applications opening soon: $148 million in infrastructure funding from Public Works Board Public Works Board opens application for $148 million in infrastructure funds Having trouble viewing this email? View it online March 20, 2024 Applicati…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 18, 2024 at 9:10 PM

With billions of federal dollars at stake, state helps communities secure funding for infrastructure, innovation, jobs

With billions of federal dollars at stake, state helps communities secure funding for infrastructure, innovation, jobs Commerce Director Fong announces first round of grants to assist Washington state applications for millions in federal funds Having trouble viewing this em…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 18, 2024 at 4:09 PM

Planners' Newsletter

Planners' Newsletter Climate survey sheds light on planning needs; Call for Nominations; TDR and LCLIP Request for Proposals; Housing updates; Upcoming events Having trouble viewing this email? View it online march 18, 2024? March Planners? N…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 14, 2024 at 8:36 PM

Governor's 2024 Smart Communities Awards nominations now open

Governor's 2024 Smart Communities Awards nominations now open Annual awards recognize outstanding work in community planning and development Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Release March 14, 2024 Governor's 2024 Smart…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 14, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Energy Programs in Communities update

Energy Programs in Communities update Funding opportunities and environmental justice assessments Having trouble viewing this email? View it online March 14, 2024 EPIC updates about funding, community engagement The Washington State Departmen…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 13, 2024 at 4:15 PM

Report: Creative economy contributes nearly $120 billion to Washington state GDP

Report: Creative economy contributes nearly $120 billion to Washington state GDP Commerce study outlines priorities, strategies to grow creative sector which represents nearly 20% of total state economic production Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 12, 2024 at 7:00 PM

Commerce awards $240,000 to five regional partnerships planning for low-income housing needs

Commerce awards $240,000 to five regional partnerships planning for low-income housing needs Additional grant funding is available through March to support regional planning for vulnerable residents at the lowest income levels Having trouble viewing this email? View it onli…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 11, 2024 at 4:22 PM

You're invited: Washington Unaccompanied Youth & Young Adult Homelessness Landscape Scan

You're invited: Washington Unaccompanied Youth & Young Adult Homelessness Landscape Scan REPORT: Join us March 28 for a presentation of the Unaccompanied Youth/Young Adult Homelessness Landscape Scan Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 8, 2024 at 8:34 PM

Jorge Marrero leaves a legacy of friendship, affordable housing

Jorge Marrero leaves a legacy of friendship, affordable housing The longtime Seattle resident left his estate to the Housing Trust Fund. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online march 8, 2024 Jorge Marrero leaves a legacy of friendsh…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 7, 2024 at 11:15 PM

Request for Qualifications and Quotes: Auditing income-restricted units in properties receiving the multifamily tax exemption (MFTE)

Request for Qualifications and Quotes: Auditing income-restricted units in properties receiving the multifamily tax exemption (MFTE) Seeking qualified consultants for audit of income-restricted units in properties receiving the MFTE Having trouble viewing this email? View i…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 7, 2024 at 8:53 PM

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Industrial Site Readiness grants available

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Industrial Site Readiness grants available $2 million available to support project-ready industrial sites across Washington. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online march 7, 2024 Notice of Funding Oppo…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 7, 2024 at 6:36 PM

Commerce will host online sessions to discuss Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) Program in the weeks ahead

Commerce will host online sessions to discuss Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) Program in the weeks ahead Commerce will hold virtual sessions about the HEAR Program throughout March. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 6, 2024 at 10:02 PM

Commerce helps secure $17.6 million in federal funding for housing assistance programs

Commerce helps secure $17.6 million in federal funding for housing assistance programs Funding is from HUD's Continuum of Care program and will go to the Balance of State CoC Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News Release March …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 5, 2024 at 8:49 PM

Growth Management Act- Housing Rulemaking

Growth Management Act- Housing Rulemaking Join our listening sessions to provide feedback on draft considerations for our expected housing rulemaking. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online march 5, 2024 Growth Management Act - Hou…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 5, 2024 at 5:25 PM

Commerce invests more than $30 million to provide additional high-quality early learning spaces

Commerce invests more than $30 million to provide additional high-quality early learning spaces Nearly 2,500 children will be served by new slots in 42 early learning facilities in 15 counties statewide Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News …
  Internet for All Washington · [email protected]
March 1, 2024 at 10:44 PM

Webinar: Broadband ReConnect funding program sponsored by USDA Rural Development

Webinar: Broadband ReConnect funding program sponsored by USDA Rural Development Free webinar: Learn about USDA's ReConnect funding opportunity Having trouble viewing this email? View it online march 1, 2024 Federal broadband funding availabl…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
March 1, 2024 at 5:31 PM

Commerce publishes Washington Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP)

Commerce publishes Washington Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) PCAP is the first deliverable of the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) Planning Grant Having trouble viewing this email? View it online March 1, 2024 Commerce publishes …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 29, 2024 at 5:32 PM

Commerce invests $8.1 million to expand renewable energy use, strengthen Washington’s electric grid

Commerce invests $8.1 million to expand renewable energy use, strengthen Washington?s electric grid CEF makes 14 awards to communities across Washington Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News Release February 29, 2024 Commer…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 26, 2024 at 4:32 PM

Report: Washington can lead nation in advancing green hydrogen economy, but must move quickly, strategically

Report: Washington can lead nation in advancing green hydrogen economy, but must move quickly, strategically Updated data shows roles of green hydrogen and hydrogen-derived fuels in net-zero economy; recommends most strategic uses Having trouble viewing this email? View it …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 23, 2024 at 8:20 PM

Clarification: Formula funding request open for the State Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) Program

Clarification: Formula funding request open for the State Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) Program Up to $49 million is available from the Climate Commitment Act (CCA) to support energy rebate programs Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 21, 2024 at 6:02 PM

Applications open now for Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant

Applications open now for Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Applications due by April 1 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online February 21, 2024 Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) $2 million availab…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 20, 2024 at 8:05 PM

February Planners' Newsletter

February Planners' Newsletter Local Project Review, Climate updates, Housing updates, WAC Housing Rulemaking, New Staff, Job openings Having trouble viewing this email? View it online feb. 20, 2024 February Planners' Newsletter Local Proj…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 16, 2024 at 6:37 PM

Climate Commitment Act funds available to support electrification and appliance rebate programs

Climate Commitment Act funds available to support electrification and appliance rebate programs Up to $49 million available to support rebate programs for households and small businesses. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online feb. 16,…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 15, 2024 at 11:02 PM

Washington selected to participate in new HUD, HHS Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator program

Washington selected to participate in new HUD, HHS Housing and Services Partnership Accelerator program Only eight states and D.C. were selected for the new program Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News Release February 15, 202…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 13, 2024 at 6:02 PM

NEWS RELEASE: Governor appoints Aaron Wheeler to lead Washington State Broadband Office

NEWS RELEASE: Governor appoints Aaron Wheeler to lead Washington State Broadband Office Wheeler has nearly 20 years? experience working with Tribes and underserved communities Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News Release Febru…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 12, 2024 at 6:11 PM

Salmon Recovery Survey

Salmon Recovery Survey Commerce is seeking your input on a new Salmon Grant program to advance salmon recovery efforts. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online feb. 12, 2024 Salmon Recovery Survey Commerce is seeking your input on a…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 6, 2024 at 7:36 PM

Help advance environmental justice as a grant application reviewer

Help advance environmental justice as a grant application reviewer Members of the public will review grants that advance energy equity, environmental justice Having trouble viewing this email? View it online February 5, 2024 Commerce, Health …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
February 1, 2024 at 9:51 PM

Commerce awards over $85 million to expand electric vehicle charging across Washington state

Commerce awards over $85 million to expand electric vehicle charging across Washington state Funding going to nonprofits, utilities, tribes and public agencies in communities with highest need Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News Release …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 30, 2024 at 5:16 PM

$47 million infrastructure investment helps pave the way for more than 3,000 new affordable housing units

$47 million infrastructure investment helps pave the way for more than 3,000 new affordable housing units Commerce grants help Washington communities take another step toward meeting projected need for 1.1 million new units over next 20 years Having trouble viewing this ema…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 29, 2024 at 5:27 PM

Commerce publishes model ordinances to support the development of middle housing

Commerce publishes model ordinances to support the development of middle housing Commerce has published final model ordinances and guidance for cities and counties required to include middle housing under HB 1110 (2023). Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 29, 2024 at 5:11 PM

Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant (EECBG)

Energy Efficiency & Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Capacity-building planning grants for energy conservation projects for local governments. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online jan. 29, 2024 Energy Efficiency & Conserv…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 24, 2024 at 10:04 PM

CORRECTION: Washington State Office of Homeless Youth awards $4.8 million in grants for specialized services and support to youth across Washington

CORRECTION: Washington State Office of Homeless Youth awards $4.8 million in grants for specialized services and support to youth across Washington Funding aims to meet young people where they are, through schools, community services, and health services Having trouble view…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 24, 2024 at 9:43 PM

Washington State Office of Homeless Youth awards $4.8 million in grants for specialized services and support to youth across Washington

Washington State Office of Homeless Youth awards $4.8 million in grants for specialized services and support to youth across Washington Funding aims to meet young people where they are, through schools, community services, and health services Having trouble viewing this ema…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 24, 2024 at 6:02 PM

January Planners' Newsletter

January Planners' Newsletter Local Project Review, Climate updates, Commerce initiatives rulemaking for climate planning, Improved Periodic Update Checklists available Having trouble viewing this email? View it online Jan. 23, 2024 January Pl…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 19, 2024 at 10:05 PM

Rulemaking Notice: Growth Management Act

Rulemaking Notice: Growth Management Act Commerce to initiate Growth Management Act rulemaking Having trouble viewing this email? View it online jan. 19, 2024 Rulemaking Notice? Commerce to initiate Growth Management Act rulemaking The Washin…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 18, 2024 at 9:03 PM

CORRECTION: Commerce invests $312.6 million in affordable housing and homeownership opportunities for Washington residents with low incomes

CORRECTION: Commerce invests $312.6 million in affordable housing and homeownership opportunities for Washington residents with low incomes Historic funding to increase state?s affordable housing stock by 3,913 multifamily/rental units and new homes for low-income homebuyers …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 18, 2024 at 8:46 PM

Commerce invests $312.6 million in affordable housing and homeownership opportunities for Washington residents with low incomes

Commerce invests $312.6 million in affordable housing and homeownership opportunities for Washington residents with low incomes Historic funding to increase state?s affordable housing stock by 3,913 multifamily/rental units and new homes for low-income homebuyers Having tro…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 16, 2024 at 5:02 PM

REPORT: Washington’s Office of Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention emerging as national leader in evidence-based, community-supported strategies

REPORT: Washington?s Office of Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention emerging as national leader in evidence-based, community-supported strategies 2023 Legislative Report details progress, recommendations, next steps in addressing gun violence in Washington communities Hav…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 12, 2024 at 5:11 PM

Commerce publishes intermediate climate guidance

Commerce publishes intermediate climate guidance Climate planning guidance released to assist local governments develop climate elements. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online jan. 11, 2024 Commerce publishes intermediate climate …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 9, 2024 at 5:47 PM

Senate committee unanimously confirms Mike Fong as Washington State Commerce Director

Senate committee unanimously confirms Mike Fong as Washington State Commerce Director Gov. Jay Inslee appointed the former U.S. SBA Regional Administrator and Seattle Deputy Mayor to lead Commerce in April 2023 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
January 8, 2024 at 6:28 PM

Commerce hosts webinar on first phase of climate action planning

Commerce hosts webinar on first phase of climate action planning Quarterly public webinar to learn about the progress of Washington's Climate Pollution Reduction Planning Grant Having trouble viewing this email? View it online jan. 8, 2023 Co…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 9:29 PM

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Funding opportunity: Evergreen Manufacturing Growth Grants

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Funding opportunity: Evergreen Manufacturing Growth Grants Apply through Jan. 10 for $2 million in grants to encourage expansion of advanced manufacturing Having trouble viewing this email? View it online dec. 21, 2023 Dead…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 6:03 PM

December Planners' Newsletter

December Planners' Newsletter Happy Holidays, Multifactor Authentication, Childcare Facilities and Zoning, Housing Updates Having trouble viewing this email? View it online dec. 21, 2023 December Planners' Newsletter Happy Holidays from G…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
December 20, 2023 at 6:20 PM

Commerce awards over $2 million to help address highest priority child care shortages

Commerce awards over $2 million to help address highest priority child care shortages Ballmer Group and the Bezos Family Foundation co-fund state Child Care Partnership planning grants to 18 local organizations Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …
  Internet for All Washington · [email protected]
December 18, 2023 at 10:08 PM

An update from the Washington State Broadband Office

An update from the Washington State Broadband Office Update on the state Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) challenge process Having trouble viewing this email? View it online dec. 18, 2023 Update on the state BEAD challenge proc…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
December 18, 2023 at 3:31 PM

Request for Public Comment: Equitable Access to Credit Program

Request for Public Comment: Equitable Access to Credit Program Request for Public Comment: Equitable Access to Credit Program Having trouble viewing this email? View it online dec. 18, 2023 Request for Public Comments: Equitable Access to Cre…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 11:08 PM

Inslee budget proposes $1.2 billion increase for Department of Commerce

Inslee budget proposes $1.2 billion increase for Department of Commerce Focus on equity runs throughout significant funding increases serving wide range of priorities Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News Release dec. 13, 2023 …
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 11:07 PM

A Message from Commerce Director Mike Fong

A Message from Commerce Director Mike Fong Gov. Inslee's supplemental budget proposes $1.2 billion increase for Commerce Having trouble viewing this email? View it online dec. 13, 2023 A Message from Commerce Director Mike Fong Governor I…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 10:44 PM

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Seeking input on greenhouse gas reduction measures

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Seeking input on greenhouse gas reduction measures UPDATED: Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program survey responses due by Dec. 22 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online dec. 13, 2023 Deadline extended to Dec.…
  Washington State Department of Commerce · [email protected]
December 13, 2023 at 4:03 PM

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Seeking input on greenhouse gas reduction measures

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Seeking input on greenhouse gas reduction measures Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program survey responses due by Dec. 22 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online dec. 13, 2023 Deadline extended to Dec. 22 Clima…