Washington state has allocated $700,000 from its Strategic Reserve Fund (SRF) to support local industries and create at least 270 new jobs. According to the Office of Governor Bob Ferguson's release, the investments aim to strengthen family-wage employment and assist critical sectors, with an emphasis on rural and underserved areas.
The Yakima County Development Association will receive $250,000 for a new Manzana Products Co. apple processing plant in Sunnyside, expected to generate at least 50 jobs. The facility will also help shorten the supply chain for apple products.
In Forks, the Clallam County Economic Development Council has been granted $200,000 to support a new sawmilling operation, which is expected to bring new employment opportunities to the area.
Greater Spokane Inc. will receive $250,000 for Mercer Mass Timber LLC’s expansion in Spokane Valley. The project is projected to create about 50 jobs and support advanced manufacturing and sustainable building practices in the region.
These SRF investments are designed to encourage economic growth across multiple industries and attract additional private investment in Washington state.
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