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Pacific County spans 933 square miles of beaches, forests, farms, communities and tribal lands, and is home to 22,500 people. Nestled between two metropolitan urban areas, Pacific County is easily accessible from both Seattle, Washington and Portland, Oregon.
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Pacific County is close-knit and full of people who genuinely care about the community, environment, and local economy.
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The Ports of Pacific County are key economic drivers, creating family wage jobs and environmentally responsible industry. Our ports promote trade, tourism, economic development, infrastructure building, marine cargo, freight mobility, environmental sustainability, and community outreach.
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The mission of the Pacific County Economic Development Council (PCEDC) is to support and promote prosperity in Pacific County’s economic vitality. The PCEDC board has both public and private representation, and has been serving Pacific County for over 27 years.
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The Breakout Session - Accelerating Housing Solutions - is just one of the many engaging topics that will be covered at this year’s 5 County Regional Economic Forecast and Innovation Expo, December 1st at the Great Wolf Lodge. Register here: thurstonedc.com/regional-economic-forecast-innovation-expo/Housing, housing, housing! The availability of workforce housing is essential to an effective growing economy. Every community in our region is responding to growing housing needs. For rural communities, the challenges can be especially complex. What innovations and ideas are being put to the test in our region? How are the public sector and private investors, developers, and landholders partnering to make a more welcoming environment to attract private sector investment? Could regional collaboration generate additional solution options? Panelists will share their progress on planning, development and attracting capital.
Join us this Thursday December 1st. 2022 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation ExpoCheck Out This Breakout Session: Infrastructure - What do Communities Need to be Competitive?Register Here:www.eventbrite.com/e/regional-economic-forecast-and-innovation-expo-registration-429411109187?fbc...
The first thing Natasha Beals ever painted was a dog house. Look at her business now!pacificcountyedc.org/featured-businesses/akaw-painting/
AKAW Painting - Pacific County Economic Development Council
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How owner Natasha Beals expanded her business from a one-woman painting operation to a full-time crew.King tide viewers urged to share photos on MyCoastCrowdsourced photos will help flooding, erosion, and sea level rise infrastructure projects and research in Pacific and Wahkiakum CountiesPACIFIC AND WAHKIAKUM COUNTIES, WA – King tides are naturally occurring tidal events that bring high water levels to local shores. King tides will occur monthly in November through January. Researchers throughout the region aim to utilize king tides to visualize sea level rise impacts and are calling on the community for help. Community members can contribute to the research efforts by sharing photos of king tides’ impacts to infrastructure, habitats, homes, and other places of interest. Researchers request that these photos are uploaded to the free MyCoast phone app or MyCoast.org/WA website. With adequate precautions, photographing king tides can be an exciting experience. Viewers are encouraged to stay off beaches, cliffs, and other low-lying areas, and never turn their back to the ocean to ensure safe, successful king tide viewing experiences. Researchers will host a 30-minute webinar on Zoom on Tuesday, November 22, at 6 p.m. for community members interested in more information about how crowdsourced photos submitted to MyCoast.org/WA website or the MyCoast phone app will assist local projects. Webinar access: www.bit.ly/kingtides2022-23 “King tides provide a glimpse of how sea level rise can affect our region,” stated Jackson Blalock, Community Engagement Specialist at Washington Sea Grant. “Today’s flooding or erosion problems will likely get worse with sea level rise, so photos from community members can ensure that planning for the future also addresses today’s priorities.” King tides documented by community members on the MyCoast.org/WA website or MyCoast phone app will inform multiple projects, including the Pacific County Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Assessment conducted by the Pacific County Department of Community Development and The Watershed Company; sea level rise planning efforts in Baker and Grays Bay led by the Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership and Washington Sea Grant; and the 2023 Pacific County Marine Resource Committee’s Annual Science Conference and Seafood Feast. 2022-23 King tide times and heightsSouth Bend (feet above MLLW)Nov 24 12:46 PM 11.6Nov 25 1:28PM 11.7Nov 26 2:14PM 11.5Dec 23 12:28AM 11.9Dec 24 1:16 PM 11.9Dec 25 2:08PM 11.7Jan 21 12:19PM 11.8Jan 22 1:12PM 11.9Jan 23 2:05PM 11.7 Ilwaco (feet above MLLW) Nov 24 12:31PM 9.4Nov 25 1:13PM 9.5Nov 26 1:58PM 9.3Dec 22 11:24AM 9.6Dec 23 12:12PM 9.8Dec 24 1:02PM 9.8Jan 20 11:09AM 9.5Jan 21 12:04PM 9.7Jan 22 12:58PM 9.7Jackson Blalock, Washington Sea Grant, (704) 418-4179
Join us for the14th Annual Regional Forecast & Innovation Expo December 1 at Great Wolf Lodge Featured breakouts include Workforce Development StrategiesRegister Here:www.eventbrite.com/e/regional-economic-forecast-and-innovation-expo-registration-429411109187?fbc...
Join us December 1st! Engage in Pressing Economic Development Issues at the 14th Annual Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo at Great Wolf Lodge. Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/regional-economic-forecast-and-innovation-expo-registration-429411109187
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Dylan's Cottage Bakery puts a new sweet spin on a Long Beach century old baking tradition. pacificcountyedc.org/featured-businesses/dylans-cottage-bakery-delicatessen/
Dylan’s Cottage Bakery & Delicatessen - Pacific County Economic Development Council
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How four entrepreneurs kept a beloved bakery from shutting down and gave back to the community.Thankful for you all continuing the Cottage Bakery. The fact that it honors Dylan and that its face (Lindy) is one of the sweetest and most gracious people ever - is frosting (and sprinkles) on the donut. ❤️
Great article and very moving. thank you share your story. I don't eat many donuts but I will definitely support you in other ways. (Perhaps buy donuts for my friends:-)
What a great read. It's been amazing having you guys take over and carry on the tradition of what everyone has loved for so long and you made all the right changes. We are honored to support Dylan's Cottage Bakery.
A wonderful article about a beautiful family who love and honor Dylan and who give so much back to our community. Plus their breads and pastries are absolutely delicious!
Fantastic article! Your a staple in this community and continue to be inspiring.
Absolutely love this!!! You are truly amazing! Ditto Mark Scarborough!!!!! ❤️ 💙 💜 💖 💗
Thank you for being a wonderful part of the community!
Lindy, you look beautiful! We visited your bakery earlier in the year!
Great article! Love your family! Thanks for all you do for our community!
Management that cares about their employees. What a concept-one that hundreds of fatcat CEO's around the world could emulate.👍
Lindy Wood Swain as always you are a rock star! they are so lucky to have you!
Lindy Wood Swain this is so awesome, congratulations!! 😊🎉
Well done! Your family is a gem 💕
You nailed it! Keep up the good work! ♥️♥️
What a lovely article. ❤️❤️
Congratulations!
Way to go Lindy Wood Swain!!! Beautiful article.
Love this Lindy Wood Swain ❤️
Very nice Lindy Wood Swain!!
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Deadline November 14. Pacific County Immigration Services (PCIS) is working with Washington COVID-19 Immigrant Relief Fund (WIRF) to support individuals with applications for Relief Fund.
