Come visit - then return to start or grow a business and buy your next home.
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.
Our Communities
Pacific County is close-knit and full of people who genuinely care about the community, environment, and local economy.
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Whether you are starting a new business or growing and improving a current business, Pacific County Economic Development Council offers programs and resources geared toward helping you achieve your goals.
Explore the diverse business landscape
Pacific County is ready to do business! We’re proud that the majority of our local businesses are owner-operated. Small businesses, thriving marine industries, tourism destinations and a talented workforce make Pacific County the place to be.
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Ports of Pacific County
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.
Port of Willapa Harbor
Port of Peninsula
Port of Ilwaco
Port of Chinook
The Pacific County EDC is working for you
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.
The PCEDC’s public and private partners share the goal of becoming a prosperous county, preserving natural resources and optimizing Pacific County’s business environment. We supports efforts to increase community vitality, economic prosperity, environmental quality, and social fairness in Pacific County.
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Membership has its benefits
For over 27 years, Pacific County Economic Development Council (PCEDC) has supported and promoted policies and activities that contribute to Pacific County’s economic vitality.
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(360) 875-9330 North Pacific County
(360) 642-9330 South Pacific County
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Come for the business opportunities, stay for the lifestyle.
When workers can live anywhere, many ask: Why Do I Live Here? Residents know why. Pacific County offers the perfect balance of working & playing in one of the most scenic parts of the world that offers a bounty of natural resources. Our testimonials reveal a population that cares for their community and environment.
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Helpful links to get your business off to a successful start.
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Resources on what it is like to live in Pacific County and how to successfully move in.
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Ken Johnson and Fred Lerma have a knack for making lived-in spaces feel brand new. Check out this week's feature Business!
Barnhart Home Cleaning - Pacific County Economic Development Council
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How Ken Johnson took his skill for organizing and built a successful cleaning business in Pacific County.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
5 PJob Opportunities open at HOSWWA Housing Opportunities of SW WA/ Joint Pacific County Housing AuthorityReal Estate Asset Management Coordinator- Located at HOSWWA Main Office in Longview, WA $24.77 - $34.28 /HourHousing Specialist- Located at HOSWWA Main Office in Longview, WA $19.74 – $27.33 /Hour- Maintenance Tech- Located at Willapa Center in Raymond, WA $17.63 - $24.40 /HourProperty Manager- Located at Willapa Center in Raymond, WA, $17.63 - $24.40 /Hour Housing Success Case Manager- Located at Willapa Center in Raymond, WA $24.77 - $34.28 /Hour- Finance Manager position -Located at HOSWWA Main Office in Longview, WABenefits Description: Vacation, PERS, medical, dental, vision, and/or supplemental life insurance.More at:
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Work With Us Careers at HOSWWASmall Works RosterRequest for ProposalsStaff Resources Careers at HOSWWA Working With Us Interested in more than just a job? Are you interested in making a difference? Ho...0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Call for entries! - “Off The Beach” Trashion Fashion ShowWHEN: October 14th, 2023 6:00pm – 8:30pmWHERE: Raymond Theater- 323 3rd St, Raymond, WA 98577Raymond, WA – The 2023 Off The Beach- Trashion Fashion Runway Show is seeking design entries for its first annual show that happens Saturday, October 14th at the historic Raymond Theater. Designers can submit up to a total of 2 designs in your Trashion category. (Junior or Adult)Entries- Off The Beach -Trashion Show1. Collect materials.2. Design your best recycled fashion.3. See your work go down the runway October 14 at the Raymond Theater. Show starts at 6pm.You may put your piece together any way you want, but you must use recycled/ upcycled materials and textiles for at least part of the piece. We hope that every design will incorporate at least one item that was or could be found on the beach. Be creative! You may use one material, or ten, or more. Completed designs must be present at the Raymond Theater for the Trashion Fashion Show event on October 14.• Must be 12 -18 for Junior Event, Over 18 for Adult event. (Under 12 not eligible)• Prizes will be awarded• Your designs may be whimsical or practical or outrageous. We want to see your creativity with upcycled wearable art.• You can model your own piece or we will work with you to arrange a model.You will recieve more details in a follow up email. Register your design here: www.cognitoforms.com/PCEDC1/OffTheBeachTrashionFashionShowEventEntryForm
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Celebrate our creative economy! "Off the Beach" Arts Event. Use this form to register for a vendor space at Veteran's Field in Long Beach on October 14th. Arts exhibition from 10:am-4:00pm. Pacific County Artist vendors pay no fee. For non-arts vendors or out of area registration, fill out the form, and someone will contact you with further details. www.cognitoforms.com/PCEDC1/OffTheBeachVendorRegistration
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Trust, Integrity and Security- Check out this week's feature business- Strand Insurance.
Strand Insurance - Pacific County Economic Development Council
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Carole Patterson shares her tips on becoming a trusted and successful insurance agent in Pacific County.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Community Economic Revitalization Board - CERBDo you love economic development in Washington state? Are you interested in the intersection of building infrastructure while increasing economic opportunity? Have you considered being a Board member of CERB? You should think about it!!! CERB is recruiting for an upcoming vacancy: Position #5, Small Business West of Puget Sound, will become vacant on September 3, 2023. The appointment will be from September 3, 2023 to September 2, 2026. Applicants must be employed by a small business located west of Puget Sound.Applicants should complete the appropriate Application Form and return it to CERB as specified on the form. Application forms can be downloaded here: lnkd.in/eaxdpdH For further information, please contact Barbara Smith at (360) 764-9820, or Barbara.Smith@commerce.wa.gov.
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Coming Soon to the Long Beach Peninsula! Snow Peak Campfield- Job Opportunity- Campfield Assistant General ManagerThis leadership position will oversee a team responsible for all front-of-house guest services, including registration/front desk, retail store, and café operations, as well as ‘camper service’ out in the field. It’s a great position for somebody already working in the hotel/hospitality industry in a leadership role, or who has enough experience to be ready for one. You can find the job description here. Enthusiasm for the outdoors, passion for people management in the hospitality industry, and an interest in joining a ‘start-up’ opening team are going to be key for success.
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Take the survey! noanet.servicezones.net/pacificPacific County PUD #2 Broadband SurveyThis 5 minute survey will help the PUD assess where there is a need for broadband infrastructure investment in our area and support future grant application efforts. There is a phone number for people without Internet: (360) 602-1522.
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