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Executive Somers encourages Snohomish County-based businesses to apply for the Greater Seattle Export Accelerator (GSEA) program, which provides export assistance and new trade opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses in Snohomish, Pierce, and King County. The program is operated by Greater Seattle Partners (GSP) with financial support from Snohomish County and is designed to equip businesses with the tools and resources needed to expand their reach in the global marketplace.
“Our small business community remains the backbone of our main streets and local economy. They provide the goods and services that make our communities thrive,” said Executive Somers. “The Greater Seattle Export Accelerator program can help local businesses take advantage of a robust international marketplace to expand their footprint and build long-term resiliency. I encourage Snohomish County businesses to apply for this exciting program.”
Registration for the GSEA is free. Interested companies must submit a completed application to be considered. Applications are due March 24, 2024 and can be found at https://greater-seattle.com/exportaccelerator/.
Snohomish County Human Services invites community members to the “Transition Resource Fair” on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, from 4-8:30 p.m. at Cascade High School in Everett. The Fair is held each year as a free community event that welcomes individuals with developmental disabilities (ages 12 and older), their families, caregivers, teachers, employees, and other interested community members.
“Snohomish County takes seriously our charge to support all in our community, and the Transition Resource Fair is our opportunity to provide information to individuals, families, and caregivers who have, or care for those with, developmental disabilities,” said Executive Somers. “The Transition Resource Fair is always well attended because it is a one-stop-shop for resources and connections. We encourage attendance at this free event that helps make dreams come true.”
The Fair is an opportunity to access and become educated on resources that will support each individual to pursue their employment/career goals. It includes agencies/resources that promote inclusive communities and create opportunities for individuals to pursue a full life. Agencies will provide information on employment, advocacy, assistive technology, housing, transportation, guardianship, leadership opportunities, trusts, and more.
Event Details:
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Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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Time: 4 – 8:30 p.m.
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Location: Cascade High School: 801 East Casino Road, Everett, WA, 98203
Visit this website for more information: https://snohomishcountywa.gov/3380/Transition-Resource-Fair. For questions, interpreters, or accommodations please reach out to Snohomish County Developmental Disability at DDinfo@snoco.org.
Looking for a way to make energy efficiency or resiliency upgrades to commercial, industrial, agricultural and multi-family housing property? Snohomish County’s Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy & Resiliency (C-PACER) Program provides a financial tool for commercial property owners to obtain low-cost financing for energy efficiency, natural disaster and resiliency upgrades that carry with the life of the property instead of the property owner. The program creates a mechanism for capital providers, such as banks or credit unions, to offer low-interest financing for commercial property improvements that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy efficiency, increase renewable energy, promote water conservation, and encourage resiliency.
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Examples of qualifying projects include electric vehicle charging infrastructure, seismic retrofits, flood mitigation improvements, fire detection and suppression, energy storage, and more. Properties must be located within Snohomish County (incorporated or unincorporated) and must be privately-owned commercial, industrial, or agricultural property or multifamily residential property with five or more dwelling units.
Learn more on the program webpage and review the program guide.
Executive Dave Somers recently announced that the Snohomish County Future Workforce Alliance and Workforce Snohomish have released the 2024-2028 Draft Local Area Plan for public comment. The County’s Local Area Plan is updated every four years and is required by the federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).
“Building on and delivering a gold-standard workforce development system that meets the needs of individuals and employers is one of Snohomish County’s top priorities,” said Executive Somers. “We are committed to working with our partners to build a workforce of the future that benefits everyone, not just a select few. I encourage residents and employers throughout Snohomish County to provide feedback on our Local Area Plan, and I’m grateful for the support of the Future Workforce Alliance and Workforce Snohomish in developing and implementing these efforts.”
The Local Area Plan is available for public comment from March 1 to March 31, 2024. Once the public comment period closes and comments received are addressed, the Local Area Plan will be delivered to the State of Washington for additional review, and plan approval is expected in June 2024.
The public is welcome to share their feedback and input by emailing fwa@snoco.org.
Executive Somers issued a proclamation recognizing March 8, 2024 as International Women’s Day and March 2024 as Women’s History Month in Snohomish County. We encourage all residents of and visitors to Snohomish County to join in recognizing and celebrating the tremendous contributions that women of the past, present, and future make to county, state, national, and world history.
You can find the full text of the proclamation here:
The Snohomish County Auditor’s Office has released its 2023 At A Glance report, which provides highlights from the past year and a brief look ahead at 2024 and beyond.
Through direct service, as well as partnering with other agencies and organizations, the Auditor’s Office delivers essential services to our county residents and customers through four distinct divisions: Animal Services, Elections, Licensing, and Recording.
The Auditor’s Office includes 46 full-time employees with an operating budget of $14.7 million in 2023.
Anyone interested can explore the report here: https://snoco-auditor.github.io/2023-at-a-glance/home.html.
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