Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy
2011-2012 CEDS
Summary
Public Works Projects: Oregon, Washington
Technical Assistance Projects: Oregon, Washington
Complete CEDS 2011-2012 Report
The MCEDD Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) provides a framework to support economic vitality of the region. It analyzes the regional economy and serves as a guide for establishing regional goals and objectives, developing and implementing a regional plan of action, and identifying investment priorities and funding sources. The CEDS process helps create jobs, fosters more stable and diversified economies, and improves living conditions. It provides a mechanism for coordinating the efforts of individuals, organizations, local governments, and private industry concerned with economic development.
The MCEDD CEDS Committee, community partners, and MCEDD staff worked cooperatively in the development of this plan to ensure a cohesive regional document to support what is truly a regional economy, crossing between the states of Oregon and Washing ton. It covers a bi-state area including Hood River, Wasco and Sherman counties in Oregon and Klickitat and Skamania counties in Washing ton. Key components of the regional strategy include:
- Background of the region and economic development situation.
- Analysis of economic development problems and opportunities.
- Definition of regional goals and objectives.
- Plan of action.
- Performance measures.
Thi s process is an important component of the region’s development. It was developed to be flexible in meeting both the current needs of the region, as well as providing for future accommodation for development. In addition, the CEDS process is required for every region to qualify for Economic Development Administration (EDA) assistance under its public works, economic adjustment, and most planning programs, and is a prerequisite for designation by EDA as an economic development district. Furthermore, the CEDS is an excellent resource to assess many of the economic development activities in the five-county region.
--Amanda Hoey, Executive Director
Proposed Priority |
Project |
Funding Needed |
Total Project Cost |
1 |
The existing runway pavement does not meet the rating shown on the Master Plan, has a line-of-sight safety hazard, and is below the strength needed for some of its users. The runway needs to be strengthened and lengthened to increase service capacity. |
$2,000,000 |
$4,015,000 |
2 |
Hood River County has underutilized industrial and commercially zoned areas lacking reasonable access for associated transportation. The current north-south routes involve steep grades, urban congestion, and restrictions on truck lengths. The County desires to expand on previously completed plans/studies, as well as start construction of the project. |
$10,000,000 |
$10,000,000 |
3 |
The Health District would like to renovate and enlarge the existing Moro Medical Clinic, which will allow an increase in exam rooms from two to four rooms. The project would also put in another bathroom dedicated to urine drug testing. It will entail merging the annex building in to the existing medical clinic. |
$375,000 |
$411,000 |
4 |
The Port of Cascade Locks desires to build a modern road and pedestrian access to the Marine Park that crosses the Mainline Railroad to eliminate safety concerns and enhance accessibility for trucks and recreational vehicles. The project will create a new primary entrance replacing the antiquated underpass currently used. |
$4,200,000 |
$5,000,000 |
5 |
The City of Rufus purchased the former Rufus Grade School, which currently houses City Hall. The Center will serve as a site to congregate for citizens and as a hub for community and regional events. A market and feasibility study conducted by PARC Resources shows favorable demand and the ability to support itself after the renovation. |
$2,780,000 |
$4,000,000 |
Proposed Priority |
Project |
Funding Needed |
Total Project Cost |
1 |
Construction of a water distribution system will involve creation of a water facility and system in conjunction with a multi-jurisdictional water plan, re-drilling of the existing well, water distribution, utilities, grading/roads, sewer and s torm drainage throughout the airport property. |
$2,600,000 |
3,050,000 |
2 |
The project will provide infrastructure at Cascade Business Park in Skamania County |
$1,300,000 |
$1,300,000 |
3 |
Port of Klickitat recognizes a need for additional access to Bingen Point Industrial Area. A new railroad overpass will provide the necessary access, which may increase use of the Industrial Area. |
$8,000,000 |
$10,000,000 |
4 |
The pumphouse will serve commercial and industrial interests and ties in to the success of Cascade Business Park infrastructure. |
$1,200,000 |
$1,650,000 |
5 |
Provide a business development incuba tor and a center for business financial and management counseling/training for Klickitat County small businesses and provide office space for biz. park manager. |
$250,000 |
$300,000 |
Proposed Priority |
Project |
Funding Needed |
Total Project Cost |
1 |
Hood River County has entered in to discussions with several counties/organizations about the possibility of teaming resources to develop one or more community scale wind generation facilities. This study would address both the feasibility of the various organizations forming such a cooperative, associated legal issues, and site specific suitability fac tors. |
$1,600,000 |
$1,600,000 |
2 |
Sherman County would like to develop the park in to an overnight RV Park that is manned and secure. |
$50,000 |
$50,000 |
3 |
Water levels in Mosier-area wells have dropped by up to 200 feet in the past 30 years, affecting residential and agricultural uses. The USGS identified commingling wells as the primary cause of water level declines. Further study is needed to develop a plan to address the problem. |
$240,000 |
$315,000 |
4 |
Simnasho is a growing community on the Warm Springs Reservation which lacks developed building space for offices, businesses and community uses. This project would build a multi-use facility for the Simnasho and Schoolie Flat communities. |
$500,000 |
$2,000,000 |
5 |
This project includes planning for the establishment of a biomass collection facility. This would eliminate slash burning of the County forest. This project includes study and permitting of a small facility on County property. |
$450,000 |
$500,000 |
Proposed Priority |
Project |
Funding Needed |
Total Project Cost |
1 |
The lack of higher level research and development facilities currently limits the growth of the high tech cluster. The need for a facility has long been a goal of the GTA as identified by high tech businesses. This project would develop a needs analysis and feasibility study for a Regional Research and Development Center which would be instrumental in the long-term growth of the regional high tech cluster. |
$80,000 |
$100,000 |
2 |
The City seeks to determine the feasibility of housing Search and Rescue, sheriff, ambulance, and fire in one building. |
$50,000 |
$100,000 |
3 |
A permit has been submitted to enhance the Columbia River shoreline to increase access for further use/development. |
$575,000 |
$750,000 |
4 |
Technical assistance is needed for an assessment of broadband needs in Skamania County. The assessment will inform investment in expansion of broadband services in the county and support rural economic development. |
$170,000 |
$170,000 |
5 |
To improve the movement of goods and people across the Columbia River between the Bingen/White Salmon, Washing ton and Hood River, Oregon communities, multiple stakeholders have engaged in a Bridge Type, Size, and Location Study (TSL) for a new Columbia River Crossing. The current antiquated bridge is a vital link between OR and WA, and needs a long term operational solution. |
$200-250 million |
$200- $250 million |
Previous CEDS Reports:
2010-2011 | 2009-2010
Contact MCEDD for more information:
515 East Second Street • The Dalles, OR 97058
phone: (541) 296-2266 • fax: (541) 296-3283