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Economic Development Advisory Board
Meetings
The Economic Development Board regularly meets on the second and fourth Thursday each month at 8:00 a.m.
Meetings are held in hybrid format: in-person in Council Chambers at City Hall, 806 W. Main Street and virtually via Zoom meeting platform.
Agendas and Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available upon adoption.
For Agendas and Minutes since January 1, 2021, please visit the City's new Agenda Center.
For Agendas and Minutes prior to January 1, 2021, please visit the Agendas & Minutes Archive.
Business Resources
Purpose
In December 2015, the City Council adopted the City of Monroe Comprehensive Plan which included the Economic Development Strategy. This identified six themes as economic development strategic priorities: to develop a thriving Downtown with vibrant “Main Street character;” provide a great place to start and grow a business; become an outdoor and adventure destination; continue growth and development; maintain Monroe’s US 2 regional retail center; and be walkable, accessible, and interconnected.
The City Council approved the formation of the short-term Economic Development Advisory Board in 2018, which met throughout 2018, provided input, prioritized the City’s economic development plans, and presented a recommendation to the City Council. On September 25th, 2018 the Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB) was established through City of Monroe Resolution No. 019/2018 on a more permanent basis ending December 31, 2022. The City Council extended the term of the Economic Development Advisory Board on July 26, 2022, until December 31, 2026, by Resolution No. 2022-013.
The purpose of EDAB is to provide a forum for the coordination of information among entities identified as having economic development roles; recommending priorities and establishing a means to monitor progress on goals; and providing such other advice and guidance with furthering Monroe’s economic development strategy.
Organization
The EDAB consists of 7 voting members, representing a cross section of the business community with a balance of business type, location, and size. The initial terms of appointment are staggered, and the Mayor and City Administrator will serve as ex-officio members. The board will meet on a monthly basis, at a reoccurring day and time, as established by Board action.
All proceedings will comply with RCW 42.30, the Open Public Meetings Act.
Membership
Members of the EDAB shall be appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the City Council. Members may be removed by the Mayor as well, with the council’s approval. Terms of appointment are for four years.
Initial terms of appointment shall be staggered as follows:
- Two positions with terms ending December 31, 2020
- Two positions with terms ending December 31, 2021
- Three positions with terms ending December 31, 2022
The following are the current Advisory Board Members:
Position Number | Board Members | Term Expires |
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Position 1 | John Whims - Whims Insurance and Financial Services | December 31, 2024 |
Position 2 | Kimberley Lynn Howerton - Fairway Mortgage Company | December 31, 2024 |
Position 3 | Karl Neimela - TC Precision | December 31, 2025 |
Position 4 | Sally Petty - American Family/Sally Petty Insurance Agency | December 31, 2025 |
Position 5 | Sally King - Monroe/Sky Valley YMCA | December 31, 2026 |
Position 6 | Anvar Umarov - Siemens Healthcare | December 31, 2026 |
Position 7 | Katy Woods - Coastal Community Bank | December 31, 2026 |
Board Responsibilities
The EDAB is an advisory body to the Mayor and City Council, and all recommendations by the EDAB addressing work program, policy issues, and related budget issues will be made to the Mayor and Council. Additionally, members of the EDAB have the following duties and responsibilities:
- Providing a communication link between the City and the business community
- Advise the City on implementation of the Economic Development Work Program
- Advise the City on the business perspective on a range of policy issues such as capital planning, zoning amendments, and land use policy plans
Contact Us
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Deborah Knight
City Administrator
Phone: 360-863-4500
Email DeborahJames Palmer
Economic Development Specialist
Phone: 360-631-0050
Email JamesTyler Christian
Management Analyst
Phone: 360-863-4523
Email TylerFind Us
806 W Main Street
Monroe, WA 98272
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