Economic Vitality
The City of Issaquah initiated a review of the City’s Economic profile with the goal of developing a strategic plan to enhance the economic vitality of the City. The City set up an Economic Vitality Task Force to take that task on.
The purpose of the Task Force was to examine our strengths to understand the opportunities that exist today and in the near future, and to lay out potential roles and opportunities that Issaquah can work on to shape its future.
Now, and in the years ahead, the communities that are the healthiest economically will be those that offer high environmental quality and community livability. Issaquah has the chance for both. We have many treasures, cherished by residents and businesses alike, including our natural setting and resources, our mountains, streams, and salmon. The arts are vibrant here: we have a well respected live theater, summertime music concerts, among many other amenities. Our Salmon Days Festival and the Public Market bring neighbors and visitors together to enjoy our small-town atmosphere.
How do we take control of our future so that we can protect these values and attributes?
The Economic Vitality Task Force has completed their work and has presented a strategic plan to the City Administration and City Council. The City Council will be reviewing the strategic plan recommendations over the next several months to decide its priorities against the Task Force's recommendations.
Contact:
Daniel Trimble
Economic Development Manager
Phone: 425-837-3012
Email: dant@ci.issaquah.wa.us
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