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August 27, 2024 at 4:02 PM

Commerce boosts child care with more than $7 million for 64 early learning centers

Commerce boosts child care with more than $7 million for 64 early learning centers Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Release August 27, 2024 The Harvard Park Learning Center North project in Spokane received 2021-23 ELF minor r…

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August 26, 2024 at 10:49 PM

Funding opportunity: Connecting Housing to Infrastructure grants

Funding opportunity: Connecting Housing to Infrastructure grants Apply now for infrastructure grants to support development of affordable housing Having trouble viewing this email? View it online aug. 26, 2024 Funding availability Connecting …

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August 22, 2024 at 7:32 PM

Commerce awards funding to promote homeownership, expand access to financial resources

Commerce awards funding to promote homeownership, expand access to financial resources Funding is specifically for communities disproportionately impacted by the war on drugs Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Release August…

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August 21, 2024 at 4:32 PM

Commerce Director visits Ellensburg, Central Washington University

Commerce Director visits Ellensburg, Central Washington University Economic development, arts, aviation and more Having trouble viewing this email? View it online Travels with Mike:Ellensburg and Central Washington University Commerce Directo…

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August 19, 2024 at 8:45 PM

Community energy planning projects receive over $1 million in federal funding

Community energy planning projects receive over $1 million in federal funding Commerce awards funding to nine cities, counties for energy conservation projects to reduce operating costs, improve environmental quality Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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August 16, 2024 at 3:03 PM

REPORT DUE REMINDER: Affordable and Supportive Housing Sales and Use Tax Expenditures

REPORT DUE REMINDER: Affordable and Supportive Housing Sales and Use Tax Expenditures 2024 reports due Aug. 30 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online aug. 16, 2024 REMINDER: TWO MORE WEEKS! Affordable and Supportive Housing Sales a…

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August 15, 2024 at 3:32 PM

Commerce leads first ChooseWashington business delegation at Gamescom

Commerce leads first ChooseWashington business delegation at Gamescom Gamesight, House of How, One More Game will participate in world’s largest computer and video games tradeshow Aug. 21-26 in Cologne, Germany Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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August 15, 2024 at 3:03 PM

2024 July Planners' Newsletter

2024 July Planners' Newsletter Governor's Smart Communities Awards; Climate Planning Grant update; Welcome new staff; Events calendar Having trouble viewing this email? View it online aug. 15, 2024 In this newsletter: Governor’s Smart Commun…

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August 15, 2024 at 2:31 PM

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Washington innovation Fund

Notice of Funding Opportunity: Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Washington innovation Fund Apply now for Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Washington innovation Fund grants Having trouble viewing this email? View it online aug. 15, 2024 …

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August 12, 2024 at 3:33 PM

2024 Washington Governor’s Smart Communities Award winners announced

2024 Washington Governor’s Smart Communities Award winners announced Annual awards recognize exceptional accomplishments by local governments and partners in land use planning and development Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Release …

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August 7, 2024 at 2:32 PM

Register now for Aug. 20 CHIP grant webinar

Register now for Aug. 20 CHIP grant webinar Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program (CHIP) grant applications open this month Having trouble viewing this email? View it online aug. 7, 2024 Register now - Aug. 20 CHIP webinar Connecting H…

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August 5, 2024 at 4:02 PM

$48.5 million capital investment by Commerce boosts community behavioral health capacity

$48.5 million capital investment by Commerce boosts community behavioral health capacity Grants awarded to 17 projects for the acquisition, renovation, and new construction of behavioral health facilities in 10 counties Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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August 1, 2024 at 9:11 PM

Governor, Commerce launch instant EV rebate program for low-income drivers

Governor, Commerce launch instant EV rebate program for low-income drivers Drivers are eligible for up to $9,000 in rebates Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Release August 1, 2024 New state rebate program brings cost t…

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August 1, 2024 at 7:45 PM

Updates and information about the Notice of Opportunity to Compete to Purchase

Updates and information about the Notice of Opportunity to Compete to Purchase Get information and helpful tips on submitting a Notice of Opportunity to Compete Having trouble viewing this email? View it online Aug. 1, 2024 Important notice G…

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July 31, 2024 at 4:18 PM

Commerce invests $7.6 million in violence prevention with 21 by-and-for organizations

Commerce invests $7.6 million in violence prevention with 21 by-and-for organizations Community Reinvestment Project funding will boost planning, prevention and crisis intervention efforts throughout Washington Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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July 30, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Commerce awards grants to boost salmon recovery planning

Commerce awards grants to boost salmon recovery planning Five projects will receive $1.2 million from state Climate Commitment Act and EPA funds to advance local salmon recovery efforts Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Release …

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July 29, 2024 at 9:44 PM

Up to 675,000 Washington households will see electricity bills reduced by $200 thanks to state Climate Commitment Act

Up to 675,000 Washington households will see electricity bills reduced by $200 thanks to state Climate Commitment Act Commerce launches $150-million Washington Families Clean Energy Credits program to support low- and moderate-income electricity customers Having trouble vie…

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July 29, 2024 at 2:04 PM

Notice of funding Opportunity: Digital Equity grants

Notice of funding Opportunity: Digital Equity grants Apply now for digital equity grants; View informational webinar recording Having trouble viewing this email? View it online July 29, 2024 Notice of Funding Opportunity Digital Equity Compet…

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July 24, 2024 at 10:51 PM

Public Forum: Housing Trust Fund Repair Fund program guidelines

Public Forum: Housing Trust Fund Repair Fund program guidelines Join us for a virtual public forum on July 31 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online july 24, 2024 Housing Trust Fund Repair Fund guidelines available for review Join …

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July 19, 2024 at 5:15 PM

2024 July Planners' Newsletter

2024 July Planners' Newsletter Future housing needs by area median income groups Having trouble viewing this email? View it online july 19, 2024   STEP Model Ordinance materials are ready! After several months of work and feedback from across…

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July 19, 2024 at 1:17 PM

Lt. Gov. Denny Heck, Sen. Andy Billig lead delegation showcasing Washington’s growing aerospace, aviation and space sector at Farnborough International Airshow

Lt. Gov. Denny Heck, Sen. Andy Billig lead delegation showcasing Washington’s growing aerospace, aviation and space sector at Farnborough International Airshow 68 business representatives, economic development and trade professionals join record delegation Having trouble vi…

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July 18, 2024 at 3:04 PM

Apply now: Paper to Digital grant

Apply now: Paper to Digital grant Funding available to improve local permit review processes Having trouble viewing this email? View it online july 18, 2024 Funding Opportunity Paper to Digital grants available to improve local permitting rev…

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July 17, 2024 at 8:48 PM

Application materials available: Energy Efficiency Retrofits grants

Application materials available: Energy Efficiency Retrofits grants Prepare now to apply for $14 million in Energy Efficiency Retrofits grants Having trouble viewing this email? View it online july 17,  2024 Get ready to apply: Application ma…

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July 17, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Commerce announces $52 million in Climate Commitment Act funds for tribal climate resilience

Commerce announces $52 million in Climate Commitment Act funds for tribal climate resilience All-new co-designed grant process reflects tribal expertise and priorities  Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Release July 17, 202…

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July 15, 2024 at 11:42 PM

Commerce Director visits Skagit County

Commerce Director visits Skagit County Director Fong discussed economic development, strengthening communities Having trouble viewing this email? View it online Travels with Mike:Skagit County Director Mike Fong ... Commerce Director Mike Fon…

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July 15, 2024 at 8:17 PM

Public hearing Aug. 2: Defense Community Compatibility Account funding

Public hearing Aug. 2: Defense Community Compatibility Account funding Share input on draft list of projects recommended for state funding Having trouble viewing this email? View it online july 15, 2024 Public hearing Aug. 2 Share input on dr…

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July 11, 2024 at 9:03 PM

NW Innovation Resource Center, Mt. Vernon Library Commons redevelopment project among sites visited by Washington Commerce Director Fong today

NW Innovation Resource Center, Mt. Vernon Library Commons redevelopment project among sites visited by Washington Commerce Director Fong today Clean technology, key community initiatives fill agenda throughout Skagit County Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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July 10, 2024 at 4:23 PM

Climate Commitment Act dollars at work: Commerce funds efforts to bring more community voices to table in growth management planning

Climate Commitment Act dollars at work: Commerce funds efforts to bring more community voices to table in growth management planning Grants to 26 community-based organizations seek to engage more perspectives in local process for comprehensive plan updates in nine counties …

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July 10, 2024 at 3:49 PM

Report due: Affordable and Supportive Housing Sales and Use Tax Expenditures

Report due: Affordable and Supportive Housing Sales and Use Tax Expenditures 2024 reporting survey open now; Reports due Aug. 30 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online july 10, 2024 Report due Aug. 30 Affordable and Supportive Hous…

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July 8, 2024 at 6:28 PM

Request for Information: Home Repair Grant program design

Request for Information: Home Repair Grant program design Seeking public input on new Home Repair Program grant program Having trouble viewing this email? View it online july 8, 2024 Request for Information Seeking public input to assist in d…

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July 8, 2024 at 3:14 PM

Public comments invited on updated middle housing ordinances and user guide

Public comments invited on updated middle housing ordinances and user guide Share you input now through Aug. 7 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online july 8, 2024 Public comments invited Share input on updated draft middle housing …

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July 2, 2024 at 7:38 PM

Commerce invests $7.3 million to sustain five community-based behavioral health facilities

Commerce invests $7.3 million to sustain five community-based behavioral health facilities Funding will ensure long-term viability of 236 behavioral health beds, maintain outpatient treatment services in 3 counties Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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June 21, 2024 at 6:07 PM

Notice of Funding Availability: Apply now for 2024 multifamily rental housing funding

Notice of Funding Availability: Apply now for 2024 multifamily rental housing funding $91 million available through two separate Notices of Funding Opportunity Having trouble viewing this email? View it online june 21, 2024 $91 million availa…

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June 20, 2024 at 5:27 PM

Apply now: Building Communities Fund grants

Apply now: Building Communities Fund grants CORRECTION: 2025-27 funding opportunity for Building Communities grants closes Aug. 22 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online june 20, 2024 Apply now: Building Communities Fund grants 202…

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June 20, 2024 at 2:05 PM

Apply now: Building Communities Fund grants

Apply now: Building Communities Fund grants 2025-27 funding opportunity for Building Communities grants closes Aug. 22 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online june 20, 2024 Apply now: Building Communities Fund grants 2025-27 funding…

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June 18, 2024 at 5:48 PM

Planners' Newsletter: June 2024

Planners' Newsletter: June 2024 Periodic Updates planning grants and workshop series; STEP guidance coming soon; Staff update; Upcoming events and more Having trouble viewing this email? View it online june 18, 2024 Periodic Update Grants – H…

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June 18, 2024 at 12:10 AM

Climate Commitment Act dollars at work: Commerce awards $72.6 million for community decarbonization work in 24 counties

Climate Commitment Act dollars at work: Commerce awards $72.6 million for community decarbonization work in 24 counties Grants fund 71 projects including solar, hydrogen fueling, microgrids and more in communities most impacted by carbon pollution and climate Having trouble…

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June 6, 2024 at 11:04 PM

Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation and Department of Commerce sign agreement establishing government-to-government relations

Confederated Tribes of the Chehalis Reservation and Department of Commerce sign agreement establishing government-to-government relations Milestone memorandum of understanding formalizes areas of partnership; seeks to remove administrative barriers, ensure data sovereignty …

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June 5, 2024 at 8:22 PM

Commerce Director visits Stevens County

Commerce Director visits Stevens County Director Fong highlights infrastructure, climate, health care in visit Having trouble viewing this email? View it online Travels with Mike:Stevens County Commerce Director Mike Fong continued his road t…

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June 3, 2024 at 3:57 PM

REMINDER: Public input invited for study of community impacts of clean energy projects development

REMINDER: Public input invited for study of community impacts of clean energy projects development Livestream available on TVW Having trouble viewing this email? View it online June 3, 2024 REMINDER: Public meeting Wednesday, June 5 Seeking i…

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May 31, 2024 at 8:53 PM

Request for Qualifications | Blended Capital Enhancement Grants | Community Reinvestment Project

Request for Qualifications | Blended Capital Enhancement Grants | Community Reinvestment Project Proposals due not later than 3 p.m. Pacific Time July 1, 2024 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online May 31, 2024 The Washington State…

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May 30, 2024 at 5:05 PM

Washington State Digital Equity Dashboard helps highlight digital divide

Washington State Digital Equity Dashboard helps highlight digital divide Data gives insight into gaps in internet access and technology and digital literacy throughout the state Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 30, 2024 D…

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May 30, 2024 at 4:30 PM

Commerce awards nearly $40 million in Climate Commitment Act funds for local electrification programs

Commerce awards nearly $40 million in Climate Commitment Act funds for local electrification programs New and established programs in communities statewide will provide electrification incentives and rebates to homeowners and small businesses Having trouble viewing this ema…

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May 30, 2024 at 3:44 PM

ICYMI: Commerce partners with Heritage Bank and Calvert Capital to launch small business loan programs

ICYMI: Commerce partners with Heritage Bank and Calvert Capital to launch small business loan programs Applications open for two new loan programs: Owner-Occupied Commercial Real-Estate and Small Business Flex Fund 2 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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May 29, 2024 at 4:21 PM

Commerce Director visits Wenatchee and the Methow Valley

Commerce Director visits Wenatchee and the Methow Valley Director Fong highlights housing, technology, economic development during two-day trip Having trouble viewing this email? View it online Director's travels: Wenatchee and the Methow Val…

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May 28, 2024 at 8:31 PM

Climate Commitment Act dollars at work: Commerce awards $7.5 million to five tribes for clean energy projects

Climate Commitment Act dollars at work: Commerce awards $7.5 million to five tribes for clean energy projects Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Release May 28, 2024 Commerce Director Mike Fong visited the Spokane Tribe of India…

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May 28, 2024 at 2:34 PM

REMINDER: Public comments due June 7 on Draft 5-Year Homeless Housing Strategic Plan and Local Plan Guidance

REMINDER: Public comments due June 7 on Draft 5-Year Homeless Housing Strategic Plan and Local Plan Guidance Opportunities to submit comments now through June 7 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 28, 2024 Public comment dea…

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May 23, 2024 at 3:04 PM

Funding opportunity: Infrastructure projects near military installations

Funding opportunity: Infrastructure projects near military installations Applications due Sept. 13 for civilian-military compatible projects Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 23, 2024 Funding opportunity Civilian-military …

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May 22, 2024 at 3:34 PM

30-day public comment period: Draft guidance for off-street parking studies

30-day public comment period: Draft guidance for off-street parking studies Seeking input on Commerce draft empirical parking study guidance for local governments Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 22, 2024 30-day comment p…

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May 21, 2024 at 8:17 PM

Community collaboration and co-creation | Blended Capital Enhancement

Community collaboration and co-creation | Blended Capital Enhancement Request for Qualifications community input period Having trouble viewing this email? View it online May 21, 2024 Commerce is seeking community feedback about an upcoming fu…

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