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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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May 20, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Canceled: May 21 webinar on clean energy siting and permitting

Canceled: May 21 webinar on clean energy siting and permitting Having trouble viewing this email? View it online May 20, 2024 Tuesday webinar on clean energy siting canceled; could be rescheduled The webinar was scheduled for noon May 21 The Departme…

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May 16, 2024 at 5:04 PM

Planners' Newsletter: May 2024

Planners' Newsletter: May 2024 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online May 16, 2024 Dog Mountain – Columbia River Gorge, Skamania County Summer kicks off with the 2026 Periodic Update Workshop Series The Growth Management Act requires local…

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May 14, 2024 at 5:37 PM

Washington State Permanent Supportive Housing Advisory Committee is recruiting

Washington State Permanent Supportive Housing Advisory Committee is recruiting PSH Advisory Committee currently seeking eligible and qualified applicants to serve on the committee Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 14, 2024 …

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May 13, 2024 at 6:04 PM

Report: Lack of affordable housing options reaches critical levels in communities throughout Washington state

Report: Lack of affordable housing options reaches critical levels in communities throughout Washington state Affordable Housing Advisory Board releases 2023-2028 Housing Advisory Plan on Affordable Housing Needs in Washington State Having trouble viewing this email? View i…

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May 9, 2024 at 9:11 PM

Washington’s “Internet for All” initial proposal greenlighted by Biden-Harris Administration

Washington’s “Internet for All” initial proposal greenlighted by Biden-Harris Administration More than $1.2 billion in federal funding for Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment plan one step closer Having trouble viewing this email? View it online   News Re…

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May 9, 2024 at 5:29 PM

STEP Draft Model Ordinance & User's Guide 30-day comment period starts May 14

STEP Draft Model Ordinance & User's Guide 30-day comment period starts May 14 Register now for May 14 webinar! Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 9, 2024 STEP Draft Model Ordinance and User's Guide comment period starts…

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May 7, 2024 at 3:07 PM

LAST WEEK! Washington’s BEAD challenge portal closes May 14

LAST WEEK! Washington’s BEAD challenge portal closes May 14 Challenge process runs April 15 – May 14 to help ensure the accuracy of broadband service maps Having trouble viewing this email? View it online May 7, 2024 Last week for broadband c…

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May 6, 2024 at 9:24 PM

Nomination deadline extended! Governor's Smart communities Awards

Nomination deadline extended! Governor's Smart communities Awards Deadline June 15 to submit award nominations Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 6, 2023 Deadline extended Governor's 2024 Smart Communities Awards nomination…

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May 6, 2024 at 6:27 PM

Request for Applications: Grants to support home appliance rebate programs for adult family homes, low and moderate-income households

Request for Applications: Grants to support home appliance rebate programs for adult family homes, low and moderate-income households Funding available for third-party administrators to provide home energy efficiency and appliance rebates Having trouble viewing this email? …

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May 3, 2024 at 2:39 PM

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

Public input invited for study of community impacts of clean energy projects development Public meetings begin May 14 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 2, 2024 Public input opportunity Rural clean energy study - public mee…

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May 1, 2024 at 4:18 PM

Public comments invited: Draft 5-Year Homeless Housing Strategic Plan and Local Plan Guidance

Public comments invited: 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 1, 2024 Public comment period Commerce has…

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May 1, 2024 at 3:03 PM

Request for Proposals: Road Map to Washington's Future project

Request for Proposals: Road Map to Washington's Future project Seeking firms to convene a work group for integrating special purpose districts into growth management planning Having trouble viewing this email? View it online may 1, 2024 Reque…

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April 30, 2024 at 3:52 PM

Join public informational briefing on clean energy siting and permitting on May 21

Join public informational briefing on clean energy siting and permitting on May 21 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online April 30, 2024 Learn about options for improving clean energy siting and permitting in Washington Webinar scheduled f…

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April 25, 2024 at 10:01 PM

Commerce Director co-leads state trade visit to Vietnam

Commerce Director co-leads state trade visit to Vietnam Washington delegation talked trade, technology, energy and more during week-long trip Having trouble viewing this email? View it online Vietnam trade mission Director Fong, far right, …

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April 25, 2024 at 4:03 PM

Planners' Newsletter Special Legislative Updates

Planners' Newsletter Special Legislative Updates During the 2024 session, the Legislature focused on housing Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 25, 2024 Legislature wraps 2024 session and Gov. Inslee signs his last bill G…

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April 24, 2024 at 7:35 PM

Apply now for a Consolidated Residential Building Permit Review grants

Apply now for a Consolidated Residential Building Permit Review grants Funding available to local governments to streamline residential building permit reviews Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 24, 2024 Funding Opportuni…

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April 23, 2024 at 9:20 PM

Ready, set, drive electric: State instant rebate program to help more consumers choose electric vehicles

Ready, set, drive electric: State instant rebate program to help more consumers choose electric vehicles Combined with federal and dealer incentives, $45 million in state rebates aim to make EVs accessible to lower income drivers Having trouble viewing this email? View it o…

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April 23, 2024 at 8:31 PM

Reminder: Request for Qualifications and Quotes: Comprehensive planning mediation services

Reminder: Request for Qualifications and Quotes: Comprehensive planning mediation services Seeking contractor to provide mediation services for GMA and comprehensive planning-related disputes Having trouble viewing this email? View it online apri…

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April 18, 2024 at 5:49 PM

Community Development Block Grant program opens General Purpose grant requests for low- and moderate-income communities

Community Development Block Grant program opens General Purpose grant requests for low- and moderate-income communities $2 million in CDBG funding available now Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 18, 2024 $2 million avail…

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April 16, 2024 at 7:54 PM

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Office of Firearm Safety & Violence Prevention Community Safety

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS: Office of Firearm Safety & Violence Prevention Community Safety Funding available to law enforcement agencies for vehicle pursuit technology Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 16, 2024 Request f…

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April 15, 2024 at 10:27 PM

Washington’s BEAD challenge portal is open

Washington?s BEAD challenge portal is open Challenge process runs April 15 ? May 14 to help ensure the accuracy of broadband service maps Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 15, 2024 Broadband challenge portal open Challen…

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April 15, 2024 at 7:33 PM

Planners' Newsletter- April 2024

Planners' Newsletter- April 2024 Reviewing and revising critical areas ordinances with best available science Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 15, 2024 Reviewing and revising Critical Areas Ordinances with Best Availabl…

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April 11, 2024 at 7:58 PM

Washington’s BEAD challenge process opens April 15

Washington?s BEAD challenge process opens April 15 Challenge process running from April 15 ? May 14 will help ensure the accuracy of broadband service maps Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 11, 2024 Challenge portal open…

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April 10, 2024 at 6:00 PM

Commerce seeks input on Climate Commitment Act funding applications

Commerce seeks input on Climate Commitment Act funding applications? Commerce will begin accepting public comments on a proposed RFA for the State Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR) Program. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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April 9, 2024 at 5:12 PM

Apply now for Salmon Recovery Planning Grants

Apply now for Salmon Recovery Planning Grants Commerce, in collaboration with the Puget Sound National Estuary Program and the Stormwater and Habitat strategic initiatives Having trouble viewing this email? View it online march 8, 2024 Apply …

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April 8, 2024 at 8:08 PM

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) Challenge Portal Opening Date Delayed

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) Challenge Portal Opening Date Delayed Washington's BEAD challenge portal opening delayed Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 8, 2024 DELAYED: Challe…

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April 8, 2024 at 8:06 PM

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) Challenge Portal Opening Date Delayed

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program (BEAD) Challenge Portal Opening Date Delayed Washington's BEAD challenge portal opening delayed Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 8, 2024 DELAYED: Challe…

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April 8, 2024 at 3:55 PM

Request for Proposals: Multifamily Weatherization

Request for Proposals: Multifamily Weatherization Seeking proposals related to weatherizing multifamily buildings with emphasis on hard-to-reach markets and underserved regions Having trouble viewing this email? View it online April 8, 2024 R…

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April 5, 2024 at 4:37 PM

Request for Qualifications and Quotes: Comprehensive planning mediation services

Request for Qualifications and Quotes: Comprehensive planning mediation services Seeking contractor to provide mediation services for GMA and comprehensive planning-related disputes Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 5, 2024 …

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April 4, 2024 at 3:46 PM

Commerce Director visits Walla Walla, Pullman

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

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April 3, 2024 at 9:22 PM

Commerce awards $19.8 million to preserve affordable housing

Commerce awards $19.8 million to preserve affordable housing Funding will help make repairs to 873 units in 14 counties Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News Release April 3, 2024 Commerce invests nearly $20 million to pres…

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April 2, 2024 at 3:50 PM

Funding available: Youth Recreational Facilities

Funding available: Youth Recreational Facilities Apply now for up to $1.2 million; Virtual and in-person workshops begin April 17 Having trouble viewing this email? View it online april 2, 2024 Capital funding available for youth recreational…

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April 1, 2024 at 4:26 PM

Washington State Digital Equity Plan wins approval, $15.9 million in federal funding

Washington State Digital Equity Plan wins approval, $15.9 million in federal funding State share of $2.75 billion in federal funding will unlock opportunities to connect communities, access computers and digital skills Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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March 28, 2024 at 6:03 PM

News release: Washington’s Priority Climate Action Plan lays groundwork for cleaner, more equitable future

News release: Washington?s Priority Climate Action Plan lays groundwork for cleaner, more equitable future Report will serve as a guide for communities to secure federal fending Having trouble viewing this email? View it online ? News Release Mar…

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March 27, 2024 at 5:00 PM

The Washington State Public Works Board announces Maria Jawad as their new Executive Director

The Washington State Public Works Board announces Maria Jawad as their new Executive Director Maria was previously a management analyst to the board and has nearly 20 years of experience supporting public utilities. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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March 27, 2024 at 2:46 PM

News release: Commerce awards $2 million to encourage innovative business and manufacturing expansion statewide

News release: Commerce awards $2 million to encourage innovative business and manufacturing expansion statewide Second round of Evergreen Manufacturing grants anticipate creating up to 526 new jobs over three years Having trouble viewing this email? View it online …

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March 25, 2024 at 7:42 PM

Community-Based Organization Public Participation Grants

Community-Based Organization Public Participation Grants Commerce has budgeted $2 million of Climate Commitment Act Funds for a community-based participation program. Having trouble viewing this email? View it online march 25, 2024 Community-…

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