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The phrase "economic development" holds multiple individual meanings to a citizen, property owner, and/or business manager. Quality of life, business recruitment and retention, tourism, family wage jobs, retail, manufacturing, and international trade may be some of the thoughts people have about economic development. Defining and understanding what the local economy and economic development truly mean for the City of Woodinville is a high priority. This effort can lead to development strategies, public policy decisions and public infrastructure investments that play a key role in shaping the type and quality of commercial development in Woodinville. The City has several economic development initiatives to keep Woodinville a vital and vibrant city.
Economic Development Plan
In 2005, a Task Force comprised of Planning Commissioners, Chamber of Commerce members and citizens looked at ways to best leverage Woodinville's identity as a premier tourist district destination. Their efforts, with assistance from Berk & Associates, a consulting firm, resulted in a draft Economic Development Strategic Action Plan.
In 2007, the Planning Commission completed a final review of the Economic Development Strategic Action Plan and recommended the Plan to the City Council for adoption. On February 5th, 2008, the Woodinville City Council approved Resolution No. 347 adopting the City's Economic Development Strategic Action Plan and authorized the formation of an advisory group to help prioritize recommendations contained in the Plan.
The goal of the Plan is to maintain and develop a viable, stable, healthy and diversified economy for Woodinville. The Plan sets other Economic Development goals and identifies "action items" to implement the Plan. A community advisory committee has been formed and will work with staff to refine costs and prioritize the action items.
Also in 2007, Woodinville and other cities participated in an economic growth study called the North King County Economic Report. The Study polled area businesses on areas such as; government services, current business climate, transportation/freight mobility-shipping logistics, workforce supply/education/development, area livability, and overall sustainability.
City Contact: Development Services Department, 425.489.2754
E-Government Services
The City is an active member in the E-CityGov Alliance, a group of cities with in Washington State that have committed to partner together to provide on-line services and information to our customers. Through combined efforts of participating cities, several on-line services are available:
- MyBuildingPermit.com
is an easy-to-use permitting portal that makes it possible
to apply for, pay for, and receive electrical, low voltage,
mechanical, plumbing, and re-roof permits from each of the
participating jurisdictions
- MyParksandRecreation.com
the community connection for sports, recreation, parks, trails
and entertainment. Sign up for recreation classes or find
parks within the participating cities.
- NWProperty.net
is a portal to a comprehensive listing of commercial property
for sale and lease, demographic reports, and public data
- NWMaps.net
provides quick access to zoning, demographic or tax reports
and maps for property in the participating cities.
eGov City Contact: Gene
Powers, Administrative Services Department, 425.877.2268
Tourism Task Force
In 2003, City elected and appointed officials joined with Chamber of Commerce members to use their collective knowledge to promote Woodinville as a premier tourist destination. The Task Force is led by the Greater Woodinville Chamber of Commerce. If you are interested in attending a meeting, contact the Chamber at 425.481.8300.
The Task Force created a unique wayfinding sign program. Attractive directional signs are installed throughout the City to direct visitors to many of the City's tourist attractions. Gateway signs greet visitors at the north and east entrances to the City. Directional signs guide travelers to a general area in the City such as " City Center ". Destination signs advertise specific tourist-oriented businesses and paid for by the participating business.
The Task Force, in conjunction with the City's Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, considers marketing opportunities to promote Woodinville's tourism industry.
City Contact for Tourism Task Force: Parks & Recreation Department, 425.489.2700
City Contact for Wayfinding Sign Program: Public Works Department, 425.489.2700
City Contact for Lodging
Tax Advisory Committee: Jim
Katica, Finance Department, 425.877.2260
Special Events
The City hosts and participates in several events throughout the year that attract visitors to the City.
Page last modified:
February 9, 2010
