REMINDER: Our Clean Buildings team is hosting an informational webinar for owners of multifamily or nonprofit buildings to discuss compliance with the Clean Buildings Performance Standards. Join us for the one-hour webinar tomorrow, Oct. 17 at 11 a.m. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will also share information about their free energy and water benchmarking services for HUD-assisted properties. Register on Zoom: https://heyor.ca/7bbEzc Learn more about the Clean Buildings Performance Standard: https://lnkd.in/gRXVkTi9
Washington State Department of Commerce
Government Administration
Olympia, WA 12,273 followers
Our mission is to strengthen communities in Washington.
About us
Our Mission Grow and improve jobs in Washington state by championing thriving communities, a prosperous economy and sustainable infrastructure. Our Vision Make Washington the most attractive, creative and fertile investment environment for innovation in the world as a means of achieving long-term global competitiveness, prosperity and economic opportunity for the state’s residents. We are the lead state agency charged with enhancing and promoting sustainable community and economic vitality in Washington. We administer a diverse portfolio of more than 100 programs and several state boards and commissions, all focused on achieving one clear and simple mission: to grow and improve jobs in Washington. Our key customers include businesses, local governments and community-based organizations. We also play the crucial role of convening numerous local, state, regional and federal partners and stakeholders, public and private. Together we work to support the governor's priorities and achieve shared goals and objectives for the residents of Washington.
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http://www.commerce.wa.gov
External link for Washington State Department of Commerce
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Olympia, WA 98501, US
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2001-6th Avenue, Suite 2600
Seattle, WA 98121, US
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On this World Food Day, we’re celebrating the Washington farmers and food businesses ensuring nourishment to local communities and the world. Get involved in #WorldFoodDay at https://lnkd.in/gXd-FPH2. Learn more about Washington’s agriculture industry: https://lnkd.in/g_AwkkGP
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Washington's Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) State Plan is facing a severe funding cut that could impact over 52,000 survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, and other crimes. Federal funding has declined drastically in recent years, and the future of critical victim services programs hangs in the balance. Commerce is working to address these funding gaps. To start, we've requested $51 million for the 2025-2027 biennium and are recommending legislation that would stabilize funding for these essential services. Without stable funding support, more than 140 organizations statewide, including nonprofits, tribal governments, and local agencies, could face severe cutbacks or closure, leaving survivors without access to the help they desperately need. 📢 Learn more about the funding challenges and current efforts to meet community needs: https://heyor.ca/2ywbam
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October is Manufacturing Month! Join us next week and learn how the Washington Export Outreach Team (WEOT) works to connect small business manufacturers with international customers. Guest speakers will include SBA Office of International Trade, Washington State Department of Commerce, U.S. Commercial Service, Export-Import Bank of the United States, Impact Washington - NIST MEP, CAMPS - Center for Advanced Manufacturing Puget Sound. More info and free registration: https://lnkd.in/gGkwDVeD
Are You Ready to Export? Export Assistance for Small Business Manufacturers
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Congratulations to the residents of Union Gap and the Yakima Valley Libraries on the new Union Gap Library and Community Center! The recent ribbon cutting is a major community milestone that marked nearly 12 years since the previous library closed. Funded in part by Commerce’s Library Capital Improvement Program and Community Development Block Grant, the project offers community gathering spaces, senior services, and state-of-the art systems for self-checkout and automated return. Read more about the project: https://heyor.ca/d2GjfC
Union Gap Library and Community Center opens after nearly 10-year journey
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The Digital Navigator Program has an open funding opportunity for federally recognized tribes in Washington that are interested in helping eliminate barriers and provide a path forward in equitable digital inclusion through increased access to supporting services. Services must include, but are not limited to: One-on-one assistance for people with limited access to services, including individuals seeking work, students, seeking digital tech support, families support students, English language learners, Medicaid clients, people experiencing poverty, and seniors. Join the pre-proposal conference at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17. Register to join on Zoom: https://heyor.ca/OG4EbA Proposals due: Friday, Dec. 6 by 5 p.m. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gpWeM5JF
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Homelessness is on the rise, and communities across Washington feel the impact. Commerce recently released a new five-year Homeless Housing Strategy Plan, with input from people who have experienced homelessness and housing instability, tribal representatives, local governments, and service providers. The plan gives specific actions to strengthen the homeless crisis response system by pursuing resources necessary for immediate assistance, temporary housing, and the 1.1 million permanent housing units needed over the next 20 years. “Meaningful, long-term reductions in homelessness and housing instability demand broad collaboration and data-driven solutions coming at this from every angle,” said Commerce Director Mike Fong.
Washington state five-year Homeless Housing Strategic Plan released
Washington State Department of Commerce on LinkedIn
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The causes you champion in your community require support, and the FundHubWA portal connects you to the funding opportunities to make that possible. From urban forestry to hands-on learning opportunities for students, explore 14 ways your program can receive funding by visiting FundHub.WA.gov. #FundHubWA #FundingWA
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The third annual COMTAC is in the books! Last week, our Office of Tribal Relations gathered with tribal representatives from across Washington for the Commerce Tribal Advisory Committee conference in Shelton. COMTAC is a collaborative effort between Commerce and tribal leadership to identify needs, provide feedback, and discuss strategies while strengthening our government-to-government relationships. The event included an update from our Legislation and Policy team, including legislative requests for the coming session, and discussions with representatives from our various divisions and programs. Thank you to the Squaxin Island Tribe for hosting the two-day event!
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Our Small Business Export Assistance team and the Washington Small Business Development Center (SBDC) are taking off this week to the Japan International Aerospace Exhibition in Tokyo. We’re partnering with the SBDC for the event, along with our fellow exhibitors: AeroTEC - Aerospace Testing Engineering & Certification Inc., US Aluminum Castings, Industrial Machine Tool, Toolcraft Inc, and others. We’re excited to help aerospace manufacturers connect with foreign markets. Learn more about the event: https://lnkd.in/gs9NxSH3 Read the press release: https://lnkd.in/gbtyeePQ 2024国際航空宇宙展 JA2024 #JA2024