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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT - ACTION PLAN
This document summarizes the process for developing the county-wide economic development action plan for Clallam County. It includes an overview of the project, objectives, sponsors, and major steps in the process of developing the action plan.

Also included are brief summaries of each three phases of the action plan development process and concludes with a draft vision statement and action plan.

Clallam County Economic Development Action Plan - May 2010
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Open Letter to the Port Angeles and Surrounding Communities
RE: Winter Funding to Keep Hurricane Ridge Road Open All Week
Posted July 7, 2010 - For the past several years the community has been talking about the desire for winter access to The Hurricane Ridge by keeping the road open all week during the winter. There is a window of opportunity that has been presented to the community to partner with the National Park Service.

According to Olympic National Park (ONP) staff the additional minimum amount needed per year to keep the road open seven days a week is $325,000. The Washington, DC office of the National Park Service has offered to cost-share with our community for a three-year trial period by providing $250,000 per year, with a required community commitment for the other $75,000 per year. The project to raise the funds is now up to the residents of the Olympic Peninsula..........

To coordinate the effort the City of Port Angeles along with the Port Angeles Regional Chamber of Commerce have teamed up to try and make this happen. This is the classic “if everyone gives a little then the end result is significant” scenario. If every resident of Clallam County contributed as little as $1.25 per year we could make it happen. While it is unlikely we will be able to get everyone to participate, this still shows how doable this funding request really is..........

Hurricane Ridge is a huge component to enticing visitation to the Olympic Peninsula and having this winter access would certainly be beneficial to both residents and visitors to the area. We only have until August 15 to raise the funds. The reason for this short window of time is due to the process of hiring and preparation needed by ONP......

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EASTERN URBAN GROWTH AREA SEWER MAIN PROJECT COMPLETED AND UNDER BUDGET

August 13, 2009 - The Eastern Urban Growth Area (EUGA) of Port Angeles is the unincorporated area east of the Port Angeles City limits from Del Guzzi Drive east to Morse Creek.

Realizing that providing basic sewer infrastructure into the EUGA would provide economic and environmental health benefits to both City and County residents, the City of Port Angeles and Clallam County worked in partnership to extend sanitary sewer services to properties located in the vicinity.

Extending the City's sanitary sewer system into the EUGA had been considered for over 20 years. The sewer system will enable commercial and residential property owners to realize the full economic potential of their property, while also resolving the environmental concerns of failing septic systems.

Development potential was previously severely limited because space was needed to provide room for a septic tanks and drainfields. Environmental concerns from old and failing septic systems along critical areas, rivers, and other drainages, made it wise to plan and provide sewer service into this area......

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ECOLOGY RELEASES PRELIMINARY RESULTS OF RAYONIER OFF-PROPERTY SOIL DIOXIN STUDY

February 10, 2009 - Earlier today the Washington State Department of Ecology released preliminary results of the Rayonier off-site soil dioxin study. Nathan West, Director of Community & Economic Development for the City stated, "The results of the study are good news for Port Angeles. Only minor levels of dioxin were found. Department of Ecology will not require property owners to take clean up action on the basis of this report."

The dioxin study results ranged from 0.8 parts per trillion to 76.3 parts per trillion which are relatively low levels. In contrast the Environmental Protection Agency sets a national threshold of 1000 parts per trillion as their residential clean up threshold. West further stated, "The results for Port Angeles are encouraging because the study was intended to find the highest concentrations of dioxins and the results were low".

Evidence of dioxin can result from wood burning, trash burning, vehicle emissions, and other natural sources. These results are expected for any area with a long history of human activities. It is important to note that the Department of Ecology provided no information on the source of the dioxins in these preliminary findings.

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Community & Economic Development 2009 Annual Report
The year 2009 was a busy year for the Department. The Annual report details activities and statistics for building permits, code enforcement, planning applications, comprehensive plan changes, policy issues, grants, long-range planning projects, conference and training, staff and priorities for 2010.

The entire report is available for download below. If you have any questions, please contact Director Nathan West at 360-417-4751 or nwest@cityofpa.us.

2009 Annual Report
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CITY and PORT BEGIN NEW PARTNERSHIP for CLEAN UP AND REDEVELOPMENT OF RAYONIER MILL SITE and PA HARBOR

May 20, 2008 - The City of Port Angeles and the Port of Port Angeles, working in close cooperation with Washington State Department of Ecology and Rayonier have entered into a new approach to the cleanup and redevelopment of the former mill site and the Port Angeles Harbor.

This new partnership brings community stewardship to bear in solving one of our community's biggest environmental issues.

This commitment to move cleanup and redevelopment activities forward in a collaborative community partnership will harness local scientific expertise with a global reputation and worldwide experience.

This partnership will be committed to ensuring that site cleanup and redevelopment occurs in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner. This new approach will promote scientific innovation, advanced educational opportunities, and community involvement.

The City and Port have entered into an interlocal agreement to bring the powers of the City and Port into alignment to take on this stewardship.......

Solving a Community Challenge Through Community Stewardship
For the Benefit of the Community - Requires a New Perspective

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THE INCUBATOR at LINCOLN CENTER
The Incubator at Lincoln Center is located at 905 W. 9th Street in Port Angeles. This is a 501c4 corporation offering a portfolio of resources to its clients, including:

The main goal of a business incubator is to produce successful businesses that leave the program, in a timely manner, financially viable, and freestanding.

The Incubator's "business alumnae" can create jobs, revitalize communities, commercialize new technologies and assist in creating wealth for local and national companies.

A business incubator is a supportive environment designed to assist start-up and early-stage companies to grow successfully. Most entrepreneurs starting a new business do not have the resources, knowledge and insights needed to launch effectively their company. Incubators can provide many services in one convenient location.

NOPSC and Peninsula College labs, equipment and services are also available onsite to Incubator clients.

The Incubator is located in the Lincoln Center
905 West 9th Street, Suite 221 / Port Angeles, WA 98362
For more information call 360-565-2060 or visit their website at: http://www.theincubatoratlincolncenter.com/

Encouraging economic growth is a never-ending process. The City is an active participant in the pursuit of local and regional economic development and strategies.

Why Port Angeles?
You may think that Port Angeles is all about fishing and timber. That's not the whole story. Port Angeles is experiencing growth in new and diverse industries. Established businesses are expanding into broader fields and technologies. Local enterprises are reaching out to all parts of the globe.

The magnificent environment that may have initially drawn you here for sport and recreation remains unspoiled, but you'll find a wonderful work environment as well.

The Clallam netWorks Economic Development Council is a private non-profit organization which helps businesses and local agencies to build businesses in our community since 1982.

The Council provides coordination for complex projects. The Council provides the highest level of personal services to simplify the process of economic development and investment to support, and grow.

Community Demographics
Port Angeles is strategically located along the Strait of Juan de Fuca between the Pacific Ocean and Puget Sound. The westernmost part of the Strait, it has a natural deep water harbor offering moorage for ships of all sizes. The Port of Port Angeles, a deep water port, is the first inbound anchorage on the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Just seventeen miles across the Strait from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada, Port Angeles is an international gateway to the Pacific Northwest.

The climate is moderate with the average yearly rainfall being 25 inches a year with the average high temperature being 62 degrees, with an average low of 40 degrees.

Complementing the geographic advantages is an infrastructure created with business and industrial needs in mind.

You can also find out the status of any transportation projects that may affect your travel plans by referring to the Street Division of the Public Works Department.

Education:
Good schools produce a good work force. Peninsula College serves degree-seeking students and those pursuing specialized training or retaining. The college works in partnership with local businesses to design curricula responding to local needs. It's Corporate Training Institute attracts companies and their executives from a broad area. Four-year degree and certificate programs from Washington State University and Western Washington University are available through Peninsula College.

Further opportunities for training are provided by programs such as the North Olympic Peninsula Skills Center.

The motto of the Port Angeles School District, "Quality Education in a Quality Community", is exemplified by the district's partnership with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Gates Foundation grants go to districts that demonstrate the characteristics of nationally recognized districts. Port Angeles students consistently score above state and national averages on standardized tests. The community contributes generously to a local scholarship program for graduating seniors.

The Port of Port Angeles, a deep water port is the first inbound anchorage on the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Olympic National Park, with 4 1/2 million visitors each year contains over 60 miles of wild Pacific coast - the largest section of wilderness coast in the lower 48 states.

Peninsula College in Port Angeles is one of only 15 colleges in Washington State approved by the Microsoft Corporation as an Authorized Academic Training Program.

The Port Angeles School District serves a population of about 25,000 people, in an area of approximately 330 square miles. A major portion of the district is located within the boundaries of Olympic National Park.

Total enrollment in the district is approximately 4,500 students. The District employs over 300 certificated staff members and more than 200 classified staff. Students attend school for 175 days— scheduled from September to June.

Clallam Transit provides public transportation in the Port Angeles and surrounding areas.

Clallam Transit was created in 1979 as a Public Transportation Benefit Area, the Clallam Transit System (CTS) has grown to provide bus service to customers throughout Clallam County. ClallamTransit features 14 available routes and an Annual Operating Budget: $5,715,000 (2004).

William F. Fairchild International Airport is a full service commercial airport.

William R. Fairchild International Airport is a full service commercial airport located on the Olympic Peninsula of Northwest Washington State, on the southwest side of the City of Port Angeles.

It occupies 797 acres of property, of which 382 acres are devoted to aeronautical uses. The terminal area and general aviation landside facilities lie in the southeast portion of the property.

North Peninsula Building Association (NPBA)
Phone: 360-452-8160

North Olympic Peninsula Visitor & Convention Bureau
Phone: 360-452-8552
www.olympicpeninsula.org

Port Angeles Downtown Association
Phone: 360-457-9614
Email: papd@olypen.com

Economic Development
Encouraging economic growth is a never-ending process. The City is an active participant in the pursuit of local and regional economic development and strategies.

Whether you are seeking employment, considering relocation of your existing business or starting a brand new endeavor - Port Angeles is a smart choice. We offer several helpful resources to further your economic goals.

All in all, from recreation to housing to the cost of doing business, your investment goes much further in Port Angeles.

CITY and PORT BEGIN NEW PARTNERSHIP for CLEAN UP AND REDEVELOPMENT OF RAYONIER MILL SITE and PA HARBOR

The magnificent environment that may have initially drawn you here for sport and recreation remains unspoiled, but you'll find a wonderful work environment as well.

The Port of Port Angeles, a deep water port is the first inbound anchorage on the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Olympic National Park, with 4 1/2 million visitors each year contains over 60 miles of wild Pacific coast - the largest section of wilderness coast in the lower 48 states.

Economic Development Encouraging economic growth is a never-ending process. The City is an active participant in the pursuit of local and regional economic development and strategies.

Whether you are seeking employment, considering relocation of your existing business or starting a brand new endeavor - Port Angeles is a smart choice. We offer several helpful resources to further your economic goals.

All in all, from recreation to housing to the cost of doing business, your investment goes much further in Port Angeles.

CITY and PORT BEGIN NEW PARTNERSHIP for CLEAN UP AND REDEVELOPMENT OF RAYONIER MILL SITE and PA HARBOR

The magnificent environment that may have initially drawn you here for sport and recreation remains unspoiled, but you'll find a wonderful work environment as well.

The Port of Port Angeles, a deep water port is the first inbound anchorage on the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

Olympic National Park, with 4 1/2 million visitors each year contains over 60 miles of wild Pacific coast - the largest section of wilderness coast in the lower 48 states.

Economic Development
Encouraging economic growth is a never-ending process. The City is an active participant in the pursuit of local and regional economic development and strategies.