Serving the Mid-Columbia region of Oregon and Washington, providing regional economic development and business assistance.Mid–Columbia Economic Development District

Mid Columbia Economic Development District strives to promote the creation of family-wage jobs, the diversification of the economic base, and the growth, development and retention of business and industry in Hood River, Wasco, Sherman, Klickitat and Skamania Counties

MCEDD is organized as a government non-profit in Oregon as an ORS-190 and in Washington through RCW 39.34.010.

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The Link Public Transit Celebrates 25 Years of Service

May 10, 2022 –   On May 19th , 2022 The Link Public Transit celebrates its 25th anniversary! The public transportation service began in 1997 to serve medical rides in Wasco County. The Link was originally operated by the Mid-Columbia Council of Governments (MCCOG), moving from medical rides only to appointment-based dial-a-ride services and a shopping bus. In 2018, Mid-Columbia Economic Development District (MCEDD) took over operation of The Link, expanding its service to include both dial-a-ride services and deviated fixed routes in The Dalles, shopping shuttles, and intercity buses between South County communities and The Dalles. In 2021, The Link began operating a Hood River route with  partner agency Columbia Area Transit, and joined partnering agencies in sponsoring the annual GOrge Pass. To celebrate the 25th anniversary, The Link will be offering free rides all day on Thursday, May 19th! Catch our Blue, Red, and/or Hood River routes between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. The Link will have a booth and a decorated bus at the transit tourism celebration event at Evoke Winery on the evening of the 19th from 5-7pm in Hood River. https://www.mcedd.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/LinkBus-at-2022-Cherry-Fest.mp4   Executive Director Jessica Metta noted, “We are so proud of the ways The Link has grown its transit service offerings for our community. We couldn’t do it without our dedicated bus drivers and dispatchers who work hard to serve the people of Wasco County every day.” For more information please visit The LINK’s pages at https://mcedd.org/link                   or call The LINK at 541-296-7595.   [Continue Reading]

Join the Wasco County Public Transportation Advisory Committee

April 26, 2022 – This Committee advises the Wasco County Commissioners and the county’s Public Transportation provider – The Link Public Transit! The committee considers how transportation funds should be spent and provides the Commissioners with information about the community’s special transportation needs, particularly related to how projects will benefit seniors and persons with disabilities. The Advisory Committee strives to represent all members of the community but is particularly focused on those with greater transportation needs such as: Elderly Low-income Living in small communities (e.g., in South County) Living with a disability Other user groups who may rely on public transportation   The County invites applicants to seek appointment who can represent these communities  either through their lived experience, work or volunteer activities. Visit the county’s website to download an application, or contact Kathy Clark to request an application be mailed or emailed. Committee positions are voluntary with a two-year term. Meetings are held quarterly, or approximately four times per year. Meetings are typically held in person at the Transit Center in The Dalles, with zoom options available. Applications will be accepted through May 19, 2022.   [Continue Reading]

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802 Chenowith Loop Rd,
The Dalles, OR 97058
Phone: (541) 296-2266

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