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The Supporting Investment in Economic Development (SIED) Program propels infrastructure projects forward, stimulating private investment and creating jobs.  Earlier this year, the City of Moxee was awarded a $718,702 grant and $718,702 loan package totaling $1,437,404 through Yakima County’s SIED Program to fund upgrades to its municipal water transmission and storage system.  The City is […]

In March 2024 a delegation from Yakima County visited Washington, D.C. advocating for funding for prioritized transportation projects.  The delegation included representatives from the DRYVE TRANS-ACTION Group. Members of the delegation include: (Left to Right): Mike Battle (HLA Engineering, Jonathan Smith (YCDA), Commissioner Amanda McKinney (Yakima County), Michael Grayum (City of Zillah), Mayor Roger Bell

2023 was a busy year for Yakima County’s Supporting Investment in Economic Development (SIED) Program.  2023 marked a significant stride forward for our county.  The following projects represent a concerted effort to enhance the foundational elements in our cities and counties, fostering growth, prosperity, and connectivity. What follows is a list of Projects Approved by

Take your supervisory skills to the next level.  Human Resources & Management Solutions (HRMS) is taking registrations for their upcoming Supervisory Training. What to Expect: Our highly interactive training courses are more than just lectures.  We offer immersive experiences packed with valuable information and lively discussions.  Led by the experienced Diana Welch from HRMS in

Community Impact: The Childcare Accelerator Program is more than just a single event; it’s a key part of our ongoing efforts to provide sustained support to childcare providers.  Yakima County Development Association (YCDA) is committed to offering continuous assistance, resources, and follow-up opportunities in collaboration with the Small Business Development Center. Empowering Childcare Providers: Grant

Yakima County Development Association (YCDA) assists in bringing more jobs to Sunnyside WA. We’re thrilled to share exciting news with our community! Manzana Products Co., Inc., a leading apple processing company with a rich history dating back to 1922, has announced plans to establish a cutting-edge apple processing facility in Sunnyside, WA. The decision to

The COVID pandemic forever changed the labor market. Even though businesses don’t want to hear it, the world of work isn’t going back to the way things were. To remain competitive in this challenging job market, businesses must focus on their most valuable resources: their people. Never has the war for talent been so critical;

On behalf of the Central Washington Economic Development District (CWEDD), Yakima County Development Association and Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce are assisting with a project update for the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for Yakima County and Kittitas Counties.  The Federal Economic Development Administration (EDA) developed the CEDS planning process so that regions could articulate their economic