The City of Yakima has announced the completion of the Russell Lane Intersection Realignment Project. Located on South 1st Street about 800 feet north of the Washington Avenue intersection, this project improved the connection between Russell Lane and South 1st Street. Previously, Russell Lane’s connection to South 1st Street was offset from an existing intersection, […]
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Exploring the Future of Agriculture Innovation. YCDA’s Economic Development Manger Joe Schmitt attended the 2024 FIRA Conference in Sacramento, CA. This premier event brought together global leaders, innovators, and industry experts to showcase advancements in robotic and autonomous solutions for agriculture. The conference highlighted the transformative technologies redefining the future of farming. From smart robotics
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First Spanish WA Biz Fair Held in Pasco–A major step for Washington’s Spanish Speaking Business Community On October 5, 2024, Columbia Basin College hosted the inaugural Spanish WA Biz Fair, marking a pivotal moment for business owners and entrepreneurs across the state. YCDA’s Bilingual Business Development Manager, Yani was an integral member of the planning
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Yakima, WA. – October 29, 2024– The Yakima Convention Center buzzed with energy as South Central Workforce, in collaboration with the Yakima County Development Association (YCDA), Yakima SHRM, and the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce, presented the second annual Yakima Workforce Conference: Untapped Talent. The half-day event drew professionals, employers, educators, and community leaders eager
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Yakima, WA. – October 22, 2024,– South Central Workforce will present the second annual Yakima County Workforce Conference: Untapped Talent from 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., October 29 at the Yakima Convention Center, 10 North 8th Street. The half-day event will feature speakers from across the Pacific Northwest and address national and local economies, the
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When did you last think about the roads beneath your tires or the water flowing from your faucet? Public infrastructure like roads, sidewalks, and water & sewer are the foundation of any thriving community. It allows businesses to develop, create jobs, and grow neighborhoods. It is also incredibly expensive for our cities and towns to
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By helping childcare providers expand their operations, YCDA is helping our local economy grow. In Yakima County, the ability to access affordable childcare is more than just a family issue—it’s an economic one. The lack of affordable, available childcare options has caused over 4,000 workers to drop out of the workforce in the greater Yakima
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At EDTalk 2024, we celebrated the collaborative spirit that drives our community forward. The event highlighted key initiatives, ongoing projects, and the essential partnerships between the public and private sectors that fuel the county’s economic growth. A highlight of the event was a recap of YCDA’s Childcare Accelerator Program, which tackles the growing need for
YAKIMA, Wash. – September 24, 2024 – The small business community will be getting more assistance to grow, thrive, and succeed in Yakima County thanks to a $30,000 small business grant awarded to the Yakima County Development Association (YCDA) by the Wells Fargo Foundation. “We are incredibly grateful to the Wells Fargo Foundation for their
Lack of access to and affordability for childcare has caused over 4,000 workers in the greater Yakima region to drop out of the workforce. This volatility in the labor market is estimated to cost area businesses $92 million annually. Childcare is a family stabilizer and indirect economic driver/multiplier. It enables labor force participation, especially among
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