Getting Around the Gorge: New Transportation Options
September 1, 2018 – Mount Adams Transportation Launches New Service Mt. Adams Transportation Service will launch a new fixed route service from White Salmon to Hood River the day after Labor Day. The route schedule will run from 7 am to 7 pm Monday through Friday and will include stops in Bingen. Fare is $2.00 and children under 6 years are free. A Goldendale to The Dalles route will launch at the end of September. For more information, call MATS at 509-493-4662. Columbia Gorge Commuter Express The long awaited Columbia Gorge Commuter Express Bus will serve regional workforce needs between the Gorge and Portland, Monday through Friday. Portland, Monday through Friday. The first early morning run from the Columbia Area Transit Center in Hood River will stop at three Portland locations before returning to Hood River by 8:15 am. The evening bus will leave Hood River at 5:15 pm towards Portland and will return to Hood River later that evening. One way tickets cost $10.00. A monthly pass is available for a discounted price. The Gorge Commuter Bus is open to the public. Gorge Commuter Pass The Gorge Commuter Annual Employee Pass Program offers the fixed route services of both CAT and Mt Adams Transportation Service (MATS) at a substantial discount. For more information, call Kathy Fitzpatrick at MCEDD: 541-296-2266. [Continue Reading]South Wasco Library Breaks Ground
August 29, 2018 – Celebrate the start of construction of the new South Wasco County Library and Civic Center in Maupin. The groundbreaking ceremony will take place on September 8, 2018 at 1 pm at Kaiser Park, Deschutes Avenue, Maupin, Oregon. [Continue Reading]Oregon Water Resources Grants Public Comment Period Open
August 29, 2018 – Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) published its Technical Review Team’s recommendations for funding and is inviting public comment on the funding recommendations. View the Recommendations. Projects in the MCEDD region which received a technical review team recommendation for funding include: $1.6M for Dee Flat Water Conservation Project $1M The Dalles Municipal Watershed Dog River Pipeline Replacement Project In the MCEDD region, one project was just below the recommended funding line by the review team: Mosier Deep Water Supply Well (request of $671,724) OWRD invites written public comment on the Technical Review Team (TRT) application ranking and funding recommendation for the 2018 cycle of Water Project Grants and Loans. The deadline for comments is 5:00pm on September 21, 2018. Click here for more information. Written comments may be submitted to: Grant Program Coordinator 725 Summer Street NE, Suite A Salem, Oregon 97301 WRD_DL_waterprojects@oregon.gov After reviewing public comments, the Department will present a funding recommendation for consideration and approval by the Water Resources Commission. The tentative date for the Commission to make its funding decision is November 16-17, 2018. [Continue Reading]Annual Report Highlights A Year at MCEDD
August 27, 2018 – For 49 years MCEDD has supported economic vitality in the five county bi-state region, focusing on opportunities to build our economy and support business and entrepreneurs. This year, MCEDD continued to deliver high quality technical assistance, business assistance and industry support through its core programs, while also expanding service offerings. Read the annual report to learn about significant milestones and accomplishments in fiscal year 2018. MCEDD Annual Report [Continue Reading]Power Station Hood River Upgrades with MCEDD Funds
August 26, 2018 – Diesel Athletics, LLC dba Power Station – Hood River obtained a loan from Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) in December of 2017. This loan provided the funds needed to complete the gym remodel and upgrade project, including finishing the childcare area and smoothie bar and replacing worn out or broken equipment and adding new equipment. Jeri McMaster, owner of Power Station – Hood River started CrossFit Hood River in June 2009. In February 2013, she acquired the Big Gym business and leased its location at 1813 Cascade Avenue in Hood River. This move allowed CrossFit Hood River to access larger space at this location and added the Big Gym business to Diesel Athletics, LLC. The combined businesses are called The Power Station. Jeri is focused on providing the best gym experience in Hood River by creating a supportive, positive and energetic atmosphere that provides great equipment and training programs and classes with knowledgeable and motivating trainers. Power Station – Hood River offers the following: Climbing Rope Universal Machine Barbells & Bumper Plates Dual Pulley Free Weights Hammer Strength Back Step Benches Hammer Strength Chest Bench Presses Treadmills & Ellipticals Reverse Hypers & GHDs Turf & Sleds Yoga Mats & Blocks Pit Shark Functional Studio & Rings Squat Racks! Stair mills & Bikes Locker Room Group Training Spaces Classes for Cycling (interval and strength, boxing, CrossFit, Bootcamp, Ripped (core workout), Kinstretch (stretching and flexibility), Run Club and Olympic and power lifting. Jeri is excited about her business and says “The portfolio of people who have gone from unhealthy to athletic is large, and we are very proud of the impact that we have made on our community over the years.” Diesel Athletics, LLC employs a combination of 12 full and part-time employees. Power Station – Hood River is located at 1813 Cascade Avenue, Hood River, Oregon. Learn more at www.powerstationhr.com. [Continue Reading]Deschutes River Beef Expands Local Markets
July 30, 2018 – Deschutes River Beef was founded in 2016 to begin direct marketing high quality grain finished beef to customers who want to know all there is to know about their food. Owner, Keith Nantz, has taken the opportunity to get in touch with the consumer side of the beef industry through his many activities with the Oregon Cattlemen’s Association and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. MCEDD provided Diamond Lazy K Inc., DBA Deschutes River Beef, with an operating loan to continue growing sales and further the processing portion of the business. Keith states “We want to build upon transparency and a customer service mentality that strengthens our relationships throughout the process. Starting on the production side, the utilization of Management Intensive Grazing to regenerate the soils and the use of multi-specie cover crops for winter grazing are vital parts of a system that we believe needs continual studying and improving. Along with strong grazing practices comes the need for challenging paradigms surrounding animal handling and husbandry practices. Studying animal behavior gives us insights on how to interact with our cattle in a way that minimizes stress on the cattle, the people, and the equipment, but with new ideas comes fear of change and with fear of change comes fear of loss. We want to be strong advocates for holding onto our culture; and knowing our success comes from many generations before us paving the way gives us passion to ensure we don’t lose our incredible way of life in cattle country. On the other hand, we also want to pave a new path ahead that can have a strong economic impact and create a regenerative influence ecologically.” He notes that Timberline Lodge has been a great partner in Deschutes River Beef’s business and continues to be a strong supporter of their philosophies regarding a holistic approach. Take the time to travel up to the lodge and experience the connection between the grandeur of the mountain and the beef produced in its shadow. [Continue Reading]Explore The Dalles Shuttle Launches
July 27, 2018 – The Dalles Chamber of Commerce, The Army Corps of Engineers at The Dalles Dam and Gray Line of Oregon have launched an “Explore The Dalles” shuttle service on Saturdays. This is a pilot program and will continue on Saturdays through September 15, 2018. This service will connect at Hood River in the morning with the Columbia Gorge Express and return in the afternoon to connect with the service back to Portland. The service is provided with 35 seat “Park Coaches” with glass top roofs and large picture windows; they are modeled after 1930’s era “National Park Buses” used in Yellowstone and other park locations. Schedules and route maps are available at www.ExploreTheDalles.com. [Continue Reading]Substation Fire Resources: Open Houses July 30 and 31
July 23, 2018 – “The Substation Fire started on private land southeast of The Dalles, Oregon, on Tuesday, July 17, 2018 and grew quickly. Driven by strong winds, the fire moved more than 18 miles in the first burning period and crossed multiple agency jurisdictions.” For more details on the fire: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/5963 Local, state, and federal partners will hold two open houses to connect fire impacted families and communities with relevant federal, state, and local programs and information. Date: July 30 Time: 4pm-7pm Location: Fort Dalles Readiness, 402 E Scenic Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058 Date: July 31 Time: 4pm-7pm Location: Sherman County School, 65912 High School Loop, Moro, OR 97039 [Continue Reading]Annual Report Summary Highlights Investment Board
July 16, 2018 – The annual report for the Columbia River Gorge Oregon Investment Board is now available here. With approximately $450,000 in financing provided this year, the cumulative impacts of the programs are substantial. Sustained Impact: From a $4 million allocation, the Board has approved grants and loans (utilizing revolved funds) totaling more than $9.2 million. Leveraging:The Board has leveraged over $14.7 million in private funds and more than $13.3 million in public funds. Employment: Funds are provided through grants and loans to support infrastructure, business assistance, and workforce development to support job creation and retention. The Board has provided funding to projects to directly create or retain nearly 700 jobs. [Continue Reading]RARE Participants Contribute to Economic Vibrancy in Wasco County Oregon
July 10, 2018 – “RARE begins its 25th year with the fall class of RARE planners. Wasco County has benefited from more than a few RARE planners through the years.” Read about their contributions to the local area, including MCEDD! https://www.nwascopud.org/the-rare-effect-on-small-towns/ [Continue Reading]- « Previous Page
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