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CLEARANCES Initial Date Date Received in Council Office Agenda Date Assigned to:
SM 11/12/10
Originator: L�p C F 11 M 2 D 12 /7 /2010 Finance / Cou cil
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Dept. Head: t iv, /- / NOY 3 . 0 2010
Prosecutor: 11 ��'J.� WHATCOM COUNTY
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Executive:
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TITLE I F DOCUMENT: Resolution updating the 2008 amended appendix of the 2002 Whatcom County
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)
ATTACHMENTS: 1) Resolution
2) Revised CEDS Appendix
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The Whatcom County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) includes a list
of community development projects identified by the County, Cities and other economic development
agencies . The proposed amendment will add, remove or revise projects on the list to reflect new
county priorities and updated community plans or priorities . The County Council previously adopted
Resolutions to update the list in 2004, 2006 and 2008 , and this update is being proposed for the year 2010 .
COMMITTEE ACTION: COUNCIL ACTION:
12 / 7 / 2010 : Forwarded to Council for approval 12 / 7 / 2010 : Council Approved 5 - 2 , Knutzen &
Brenner opposed
Res . 2010- 051
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Number: Res . 2010-051
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SPONSORED BY : Consent
PROPOSED BY: Executive
INTRODUCTION DATE : 11 /23/ 10
RESOLUTION NO. 2010- 051
A RESOLUTION OF THE WHATCOM COUNTY COUNCIL
UPDATING THE 2008 AMENDED APPENDIX OF THE 2002 COMPREHENSIVE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY (CEDS)
WHEREAS, the Economic Development Reform Act of 1998 identifies a
Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) as a requirement to apply for
assistance under the Economic Development Administration' s (EDA) economic adjustment and
public works programs; and
WHEREAS, Public Law 105-393 , implemented in 1999, amends the Public Works and
Economic Development Act of 1965 and re-authorizes Economic Development Administration
Programs for five years; and
WHEREAS, certain areas within the County of Whatcom suffer from lack of
infrastructure which continues to impede business retention and expansion and requires EDA
assistance; and
WHEREAS, the Whatcom County Council adopted a resolution approving the Greater
Whatcom Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) in 2002, and;
WHEREAS, the Whatcom County Council adopted resolutions amending the appendix
of the CEDS document in 2004, 2006 and in 2008 , and;
WHEREAS, the list of community development projects in the CEDS has been updated
by the County, Cities and economic development agencies to reflect updated community plans
and priorities .
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNTY COUNCIL OF THE
COUNTY OF WHATCOM AS FOLLOWS :
The County Council of the County of Whatcom, State of Washington, does hereby
approve the attached amendment (2010 Revised Appendix) updating the 2008 amended appendix
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of the 2002 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for submission to the
United States Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , that this resolution shall remain in full force and
effect until such time that a new resolution of the County of Whatcom' s County Council is
adopted replacing this resolution.
ADOPTED this 7th day of December 2010 .
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(&/144 Dana Brown- - vis , C �eTk of the ouncil Sm Crawford , C i l Chair
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APPROVED AS TO FORM :
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Pete Kremen
County Executive
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2010 REVISED APPENDIX
COMPREHENSIVE ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY ( CEDS )
PROJECT LIST
Prepared by the Northwest Economic Council
Projects supplied by local governments , local development
organizations and tribes in Whatcom County.
Appendix Page 1
Greater Whatcom Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS )
Project List (November 2010)
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
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Dittrich Park Whatcom County 24 acres Public $780,000 Grants
Lake Samish Works
Cherry Point Industrial Whatcom County 30 acres Public $664,000 Grants, Con. Futures,
Area Access Works REET
Bay to Baker Trail Whatcom County 51 miles; working with rural Whatcom Council of Public $31 ,538,298 Conservation Futures Fund,
Governments and area jurisdictions (i.e., Everson). Works Levy and Grants
Chuckanut Mountain Whatcom County 1 .25 miles Public $39,000 Grants, Con. Futures
Trails Works
Hertz North Lake Whatcom County . 17 miles Public $ 1 ,565,000 Grants, REET
Whatcom Trail Works
Extension
cSouth Fork Regional Whatcom County 4.5 miles Public $414,000 Grants, REET
U Park Trail Works
s Coast Millennium Trail Whatcom County Construct a section of the 45-50 mile Coast Millennium Trial. Public $6,062,000 Grants
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et Olsen Property Trail Whatcom County 6 miles Public $ 165,000 Grants, REET
r3 Works
South Fork County Park Whatcom County 582 Acres Public $ 1 ,719,000 Foundation, Grants, Park
Works Improvement, REET
Sunnyside Landing Whatcom County 6 Acres Public $ 130,000 Grants, REET
Works
Lake Whatcom Park Whatcom County 2 Miles Public $316,000 Grants, REET
South Trail Works
Sunnyside Landing Whatcom County 1 .75 Miles Public $73,500 Grants, REET
Trail Works
Camp 2 Trail Whatcom County 4 Miles Public $ 168,000 Grants, Donation
Works
Nooksack River Trail Whatcom County 18.25 Miles Public $ 11,305,500 Grants, REET
Works
Sumas Mtn. Trail Whatcom County 7 Miles Public $322,000 Grants, Donations
Works
Appendix Page 2
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
East County Regional Whatcom County Public $3,750,000 Grants, Bonds, Public
Resource Center Works Utilities Improvement
Fund, Donations,
Federal/State Funds
Civic Center Annex Whatcom County Exterior repair and renovations. Public $ 1 , 100,000 Bonds, Grants, General
Works Fund, Public Utilities,
Improvement Fund
Jail Whatcom County Construct a Jail to include new main 600 bed jail facility, Public $75,000,000 Bonds, Corrections Sales
alternative corrections facility, sheriffs facilities Works Tax, Grants, Federal/State
Funds, REET 1, General
Fund, Public Utilities
4 Improvement Fund
G New Sheriffs Office Whatcom County Construct a new Sheriff's Office Public $7,500,000 Bonds, Public Utilities
oWorks Improvement Fund, Grants,
U Federal State Funds
E Public Safety Building Whatcom County Control systems, Exiting and Electrical, Doors/Locks, Public $3,369,000 Bonds, Corrections Sales
o
p Courthouse Detention Painting, Plumbing Upgrades Works Tax, Grants, Federal/State
.o Funds, General Fund,
Public Utilities
Improvement Fund, REET
Courthouse Upgrades Whatcom County Roof replacement and Building Envelope Renovation. Public $ 1 ,950,000 Bonds, Public Utilities
Works Improvement Fund, Grants,
Federal/State Funds,
General Fund
Whatcom County Whatcom County Reconstruction, widening structural overlay, paved shoulders, Public $73,000,000 Various Federal, State &
Transportation Projects sidewalks, signalization, bridge replacement and other Works Local Funding Sources
improvements, based on the adopted 6-Year Road Program,
for the three years 2011-2013 .
Whatcom County Whatcom County Reconstruction, replacement, rehabilitation, intersection Public $20,000,000 Various Federal, State &
Transportation Projects improvements, structural overlay, and other improvements, Works Local Funding Sources
based on the adopted 6-Year Road Program, for the three years
2011 -2016.
Birch Bay Drive Whatcom County The 6-Year Road Program includes preliminary design and Public $8,000,000 Various Federal, State &
Pedestrian Facility easement acquisition for a proposed new pedestrian facility Works Local Funding Sources
(Shoreline and shoreline restoration project. The completed project will
Enhancement) y p serve as a section of the Coast Millennium Trail.
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Whatcom County Countywide Update WCCWSP Cities/County GMA Health/ $ 100,000 Whatcom County, EDI
Coordinated Water safety &
System Plan Update Econ Dev
Appendix Page 3
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
WRIA 1 Water Budget Countywide Basis for determining out of stream needs for Instream Flow Public $500,000 WRIA1 Joint Board, EDI,
WRIA1 Action Plan implementation. Works & over 5 years PUD, State
Econ Dev
ws Alternative Energy County Job creation, energy production, ag support. Lower energy Public $7,000,000 Federal, State, Private,
It Project costs to public/private consumers. Works PUD, EDI
A Electric Utility Western County Lower energy costs to business/ag/residents. Stabilize electric Public $5,000,000 Federal, State, Private,
Os Infrastructure utility service in industrial area. Works & PUD, EDI
Econ Dev
Industrial Water Western County Water conservation, improve water quality, lower costs to Public $ 10,000,000 Federal, State, Private,
Reclamation and Re-use public and private consumers. Works PUD, EDI
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Whatcom Smart Trips Countywide Core program for reducing travel demand through education, Econ Dev $ 1,050,000 Federal, State & Local
training and incentive based. encouragement of walking,
bicycling and transit.
International Mobility Local, State, and Bi-national border stakeholder coalition working from adopted Planning $750,000 Federal, State & Local
O and Trade Corridor National objectives to improve border crossing efficiency and flow of
C.) project implications information, Core Funding
3 Econometric Model Whatcom County This project includes acquisition and calibration of data and Planning $ 150,000 Federal, State & Local
software intended to enable economic evaluation of various
development and infrastructure improvement scenarios. This is
a policy/decision-making tool designed to inform investment
decisions toward best use of resources.
Railroad Relocation & Bellingham Re routes the existing mainline track around the perimeter of Public $ 15,000,000 Motor Vehicle Fuel Taxes,
Related Improvements the waterfront site providing better geometrics for the railroad Works Vehicle Registration Fees,
tracks and enhanced safety due to the elimination of at-grade Sales Tax, Other Federal,
rail crossings State and Local Funding
E Sources
�o Central Avenue Bellingham Access to the waterfront and signalizes the at grade railroad Public $2,500,000 Motor Vehicle Fuel Taxes,
C crossing Works Vehicle Registration Fees,
d r
Sales Tax, Other Federal,
CQ State and Local Funding
c Sources
t Granary Avenue Bellingham Provides access to the waterfront Public $2,380,000
C Works
Internal Waterfront Bellingham Provides access to development pads Public $ 11,600,000
Streets (Bloedel, Works
Commercial, C, F, S.
Cornwall) .
Appendix Page 4
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
Wharf Street Bellingham Provides traffic management and multi-modal connections Public $3,200,000
Roundabout between downtown, Fairhaven, WWU and the Waterfront. Works
Cornwall Bridge Bellingham Reconstructs the existing Cornwall bridge in order to Public $22,000,000 Motor Vehicle Fuel Taxes,
accommodate the relocated railroad tracks providing continued Works Vehicle Registration Fees,
access to the waterfront. Sales Tax, Other Federal,
State and Local Funding
Sources
City Center Parking Bellingham Planning and implementation of parking improvements to Planning $8, 100,000 General or revenue
Project increase the parking inventory to meet current and projected & Public obligation bonds
demand in support of comprehensive district redevelopment Works
project.
Old Town Bellingham Redevelop 600 W. Holly into a mixed use development in an Planning $ 10,000,000 Targeted grants, CDBG,
E Revitalization effort to spur additional private sector development to increase & Public HOME, HUD 108, and
S housing and job opportunities. Works other Federal, State, Local,
to c private funds.
Bellingham Public Bellingham Construct new/expanded downtown branch of the Bellingham Planning $50,000,000 Voter-approved bond,
7.) Library Public Library with adjacent open/greenspace/public plaza and & Public targeted grants,
o 0 commercial and/or office space. The current 55-year old Works foundations, federal and
facility, renovated over twenty years ago, has exhausted its private funds.
.4 capacity for growth while serving a growing community. A
U leading economic indicator in a civic, cultural and downtown
renaissance.
Overwater Walkway Bellingham Construct a new park on Bellingham's waterfront and a key Public $8,000,000 Real Estate Excise Tax,
overwater pedestrian and bicycle connection. to Fairhaven. Works Greenways Levy, Private
Amenities will encourage private investment in and around Funds, Parking Impact
what is now a vacant waterfront site. Fees, Other Federal, State
and Local Funding Sources
Bay Street Power Plant Bellingham Develop a mixed use building including a hydroelectric power Public $3,000,000 Sale of power generated at
plant in the downtown and/or waterfront area. The existing Works power plant. Other Federal,
industrial water line that passes through the area will be the State and Local Funding
water source for producing power. The third and fourth floors Sources.
could be commercial and/or office space.
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10-year District CIP Birch Bay Water and sewer system upgrade and expansion Public Water $ 18,000,000 Federal/State/Local
ce Plan Works Sewer $ 16,000,000
Birch Bay Drive Whatcom County The 6-Year•Road Program includes preliminary design and Public $8,000,000 Various Federal; State &
L Pedestrian Facility easement acquisition for a proposed new pedestrian facility Works Local Funding Sources
pa (Shoreline and shoreline restoration project. The completed project will
Enhancement) serve as a section of the Coast Millennium Trail.
Appendix Page 5
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
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West Blaine Blaine This final phase of major wastewater capital improvements Public $3,500,000 USDA Rural Utilities
Wastewater Pumping associated with relocating treatment constructs lift stations and Works Grant/Loan, DOE
and Conveyance to piping to convey Semiahmoo wastewater to the new Centennial Clean Water
Lighthouse Point WRF Lighthouse Point treatment facility on Marine Drive. This will Grant, STAG Grant
allow the City to abandon the old Semiahmoo WWTP per its
settlement agreement with the Lummi Nation.
Boblett Street Well Northwest Construction of pumps, piping, disinfection system, and other Public $350,000 Drinking Water Grants
(Well #9) Development Whatcom County associated equipment needed to bring this previously drilled Works USDA-RD Grant/Loan
(Blaine/Birch Bay) watershed replacement well into service.
Well 8. 1 and 5R Northwest Construction of pumps, piping, disinfection system Public $500,000 Drinking Water Grants
Development Whatcom County improvements, and other associated equipment needed to bring Works USDA-RD Grant/Loan
(Blaine/Birch Bay) these two previously drilled replacement wells into service to
provide water for Blaine and Birch Bay.
Coast Salish Heritage The entire NW area The Lummi Nation is lead on this project and they have Econ Dev $900,000 STAG Grant
Center and Memorial at of WA and British retained a parks planner to assist in developing a plan for the BIA Grants
Semiahmoo Spit Columbia, Canada construction of a memorial including the re-creation of a
0 fishing village and development of a site to showcase the tribal
es histories, culture, arts, and crafts of the Coast Salish tribes in
CO this region.
o SR-543 (Truck Route) Blaine Improvements to this first signalized intersection northbound Public $550,000 FHWA Border Program,
.4' and Boblett Street on SR-543, the primary corridor for all cross-border freight. Works & STP Regional Funds
U Intersection This project improves channelization and traffic signal Econ Dev WSDOT
Channelization and equipment for improved operation and pedestrian safety. TIB SCAP Grant
Signal Improvements Boblett serves the industrial zone to the east and Blaine K- 12 Developer Impact Fees
school complex abutting on the west.
North-South Gateway Blaine This 850' of new roadway provides a north-south connection Public $800,000 FHWA Border Program,
Zone Connector between Grant Ave and the Boblett Street extension across the Works & STP Regional Funds
former airport property competed in 2009. It enhances access Econ Dev WSDOT
to Gateway Industrial Zone (former airport property) for TIB SCAP Grant
redevelopment adjacent to SR-543 which is the major cross- Developer Impact Fees
border freight corridor.
Improved Interstate Northwest This project implements the FHWA/WSDOT-approved : Public $45,000,000 FHWA Border Program;
Highway Access - Whatcom County Interchange Justification Report improving I-5 access at Exit Works Si? Regional Funds
Interchange 274 (Blaine/Birch Bay) 274 by replacing the partial interchange with a full interchange WSDOT
including a southbound off-ramp and northbound on-ramp. TIB
Improves access to Blaine, Birch Bay and access to the east to
alternate border crossings. Developer Contributions
Appendix Page 6
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
Peace Portal Boardwalk Northwest Construction of a pedestrian boardwalk along the marine bluff Econ Dev $ 1 ,000,000 EDA/City of Blaine, CZM,
— Connection between Whatcom County of the downtown district in order to capitalize on the unique & Public Ground fish Grant, Other
H and G Street Plazas (Blaine/Port of shoreline location and rich commercial fishing history. Works Federal/State/Local
Bellingham)
Pedestrian Bridge from Northwest Design and construct a pedestrian bridge crossing the BNSF Econ Dev $ 1 ,000,000 EDUPort of Bellingham/
the Wharf District to Whatcom County rail lines (existing easement) to link the Peace Portal & Public City of Blaine,
Downtown Business (Blaine/Port of Boardwalk with Wharf District. Connects marina, marine Works STP Enhancement Grant
District (H Street Plaza) Bellingham) recreational and historical fishing area to the downtown State Grants and Loans
business district uniquely situated on an overlooking marine
bluff. This is a priority project in the joint City/Port Wharf
District Master Plan.
Reconstruction of the Northwest This project will serve as a major tourist attraction. The Econ Dev $750,000 EDA/Local Funds/Local
Semiahmoo Lighthouse Whatcom County lighthouse will be constructed to approximate life-size scale & Bus Donations/Port of
(Blaine/Birch Bay) from the original plans secured from archives in Washington, Dev/Fin Bellingham (local and state
c D.C. This is a priority project in the joint City/Port Wharf grants)
ct District Master Plan.
r
m Marine Park Northwest Major waterfront park on the north side of Marine Drive. Site Public $325,000 EDA/Local Funds/Local
o Improvements Whatcom County of City's new Lighthouse Point Water Reclamation Facility Works & Donations/Port of
t) (Blaine/Birch Bay). and future site of replica Semiahmoo Lighthouse. Restoration Econ Dev Bellingham (local and state
(
� includes Whale Deck upgrades, outdoor theater improvements, grants)
trail paving, irrigation, replacement of two birding shelters and
addition of a festivaUparking area. This is a priority project in
the joint City/Port Wharf District Master Plan.
Dakota Creek Shoreline Northwest Develop a waterfront park on one of the County's premier Econ Dev $700,000 Local Funds/NWPR
Park Whatcom County estuaries that includes picnic areas, trails, fishing and small District Grants/State Grants
(Blaine/Birch Bay) craft access, natural and cultural history interpretive facilities,
trails and restrooms.
Pintail Marsh and Cain Northwest Restores functioning wetland boundary between the Wharf Econ Dev $850,000 EDA/Local Funds/Local
Creek Restoration Whatcom County District and BNSF railroad right-of-way and restores the Donations/Port of
(Blaine/Birch Bay) mouth of Cain Creek. This is a priority project in the joint Bellingham (local and state
City/Port Wharf District Master Plan. grants)
Shoreline Restoration Northwest Stabilizes and improves habitat functions for 650 feet of Public $3,500,000 EDA/Local Funds/Local
Whatcom County Marine Park shoreline, and rehabilitates/controls invasive Works & Donations/Port of
(Blaine/Birch Bay) species on 700 feet of shoreline. This project protects the Econ Dev Bellingham (local and state
shoreline from continuing erosion that would ultimately grants)
threaten City utilities and critical wastewater treatment
facilities. This is a priority project in the joint City/Port Wharf
District Master Plan.
Appendix Page 7
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
Construction of new Northwest Provides a new pickup point for the Semiahmoo water taxi in Public $450,000 EDAJLocal Funds/Local
Water Taxi Dock Whatcom County Plover Park. This is a project in the joint City/Port Wharf Works & Donations/Port of
(Blaine/Birch Bay) District Master Plan. Econ Dev Bellingham (local and state
grants)
Regional Stormwater Blaine The City of Blaine manufacturing area consists of a number of Public $2,000,000 EDI Grant/Loan
Retention Facility and small (2-7 acre) sites that are fully served with City utilities. Works & Matching ULID on private
Wetland Mitigation for This project provides a regional stormwater facility and Econ Dev properties
Manufacturing Zoning associated conveyance piping to mitigate the stormwater CERB Loan
District impacts on industrially zoned proprieties to encourage
manufacturing interests to locate in Blaine and create jobs.
Many of these parcels contain small, low quality wetlands that
pose significant development challenges and restrictions. This
c project includes a Regional Wetlands area that would provide
et collective mitigation enhancing an existing wetland that
a supports a large bird population.
P" Downtown Parking Blaine This project involves the development of a parking plan Public Very uncertain. Blaine, local and state
Land Acquisition and including the identification and acquisition of land and the Works & Land costs are grants and loans.
C Construction development of one or more parking areas. Bus estimated at Private LID participation
Dev/Fin $750,000 to $ IM
Phase II Marine Drive Blaine Marine Drive Phase II addresses improvements to the Public $900,000 TIB SCAP
Improvements— Wharf easternmost 550' of roadway connecting the first phase work Works &
District Gateway adjacent to Marine Park and the new Lighthouse Point Water Econ Dev
Reclamation Facility with the WSDOT- constructed I-5 Exit
276 roundabout completed in 2010. This is the gateway
entrance to the Harbor Area and the project includes
pedestrian facilities at the BNSF rail crossing.
Phase III Marine Drive Blaine Marine Drive Phase III will improve the section east of Marine Public $ 1 ,800,000 Local, Port of Bellingham,
Improvements Park which serves the Port's Industrial/ Commercial area and Work & State, Federal grants
the Public Pier. This project restores. a badly deteriorated Econ Dev
seawall on the south and enhances the riprap on the north. It
also includes the addition of a pedestrian boardwalk to link
Marine Park to the public Fisherman's Pier.
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Wastewater Treatment City of Everson & Upgrade effluent outfalL Change the level of protection for the Public $464,000 FEMA Pre-Disaster
Plant Nooksack pipe by suspending it from Nooksack River Bridge, providing Works Mitigation Grant
better mixing zone a prevention of repetitive damage from
floods
Wastewater Treatment City of Everson & Sewer Comprehensive Plan; in preparation of future funding Public $72,000 LMF; CDBG Planning
Plant Nooksack for a WWTP expansion Works Grant; Port of B'Ham
Appendix Page 8
Name of Project Location DescriptionBenefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
Everson Sewage City of Everson & Design and construction of major upgrade to Everson Sewage Public $4,500,000 City of Nooksack Sewer
Treatment Plant City of Nooksack Treatment Plant. Works Fund; Everson Sewer Fund;
Upgrade CCWF and WA RLF/EDA
Mission Road, Phase III City of Everson Reconstruction of Mission Rd. to all weather status for Public $600,000 TIB, LMF; STP-R
Improvements Industrial Development support. Upgrade our southern arterial Works
which serves SELCO and the Tiger/Van Boven Annexation
(Light Industrial Area)
Downtown Market City of Everson Conduct professional market analysis to identify demand for Tech $20,000 Local/Port of Bellingham
Analysis products and services and assess the downtown's ability to Assist
capture that demand
C
0 Gas station/Mini Mart City of Everson Prepare site selection materials and research potential investor Planning $5,000 Local
in
s (local or with a national chain) to determine interest in locating
> a gas station in Everson
W
E Everson Road Sewer City of Everson Upgrade existing 8" line for future growth on the southwest Public $ 165,000 CDBG, Local
0
4., Line portion of the City & UGA Works
j j Business Incubator City of Everson Conduct feasibility study and potentially purchase property, if Planning $ 15,000 EDA/Port of B'ham; LMF;
deemed feasible by study, for a business incubator. Consider CERB
incorporating other local studies and projects such as an
agricultural center.
Bay to Baker Trail City of Everson Acquire BNRR-R/W for trail corridor; encourages pedestrian Public $229,000 STP-E; LMF
Extension traffic to center of town Works
E. Main Street Water City of Everson Increase water main from 6 to 10 inches from Kirsch Dr. east Public $ 1 ,200,000 CDBG; LMF;
Main Upgrade to City Limits, providing better pressure for fire protection & Works
emergency uses with City of Nooksack
East/West Connector City of Everson Future all weather arterial connecting Mission Rd & Everson- Public $2,400,000 CDBG; GMA Planning
Goshen (SR544) Rd, used as primary arterial to future UGA Works & Grant; CERB; EDA
and light Industrial area of south Everson Bus
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Church Road — Main to City of Ferndale Street reconstruction for mobility and increased pedestrian Public $5,000,000 TIB, AIP, CERB, 20% City
Heather safety Works Match
Regional Storm Ponds City of Ferndale Construction of 3 regional storm ponds to encourage Public $4,000,000 Water Quality Grants,
development Works EDA, CERB, PWTF
Thornton Overpass City of Ferndale Construction of an overpass over BNSF railroad tracks with Public $ 17,000,000 TIP, AIP, CERB, WSDOT,
connection to downtown and freeway interchange Works EDA
Planned Action EIS City of Ferndale Complete Environmental Impact Statement and Planned Planning $200,000 Econ Dev Planning Grants,
Slater Interchange Action Ordinance to spur business location at freeway CDBG
interchange
Appendix Page 9
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
y Planned Action EIS City of Ferndale Complete Environmental Impact Statement and Planned . Planning $200,000 Econ Dev Planning Grants,
--es Grandview Interchange Action Ordinance to spur business location at freeway CDBG
.
c interchange
wEconomic Development City of Ferndale Complete economic development strategy Planning $ 150,000 Econ Dev Planning Grants,
{,,, Strategy CDBG
Low/Moderate Housing Whatcom County Complete EDI Application for funds to be used to pay Public $ 1 ,200,000 EDI
U
Incentives permitting/impact fees for moderate and low income housing Works
projects
The Lummi Nation did not submit projects.
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Centennial Plaza Central Whatcom Construction of street improvements to create the plaza Public $500,000 Rural Sales Tax, Local,
County atmosphere. The street plaza will provide an area for open-air Works Hotel/Motel tax, Grants
markets and festivals, without closing Front Street or other
major transportation corridors.
Judson Plaza Central Whatcom Street improvements to create a plaza atmosphere. The street Public $200,000 Federal/State/Local
County plaza will provide an area for open-air markets and festivals, Works
without closing Front Street or other major transportation
C corridors.
It West Main Street West Lynden Reconstruct existing 20-foot roadway to an industrial street Public Phase 2 - EDI, Transportation Impact
aImprovements standard including curbs, gutters and sidewalks as well as Works $2,000,000 Fees, Local
4 utilities (water and storm drainage). Also, culvert and bridge
C replacement for an existing, non-habitated drainage ditch.
U Tromp Road Extension Lynden New construction of a north-south connection between West Public $ 1 , 150,000 Federal/State/Local
Main Street to West Front and Birch Bay Lynden Road. This Works
project will include an industrial standard street, complete with
curbs, gutters and sidewalks. All utilities, including water,
sanitary sewer, and stormwater conveyance have been
constructed. This project will complete the connection
between the northern portion of the City's industrial area to
Birch Bay Lynden Road, providing safe and efficient access to
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Foothills Subarea Plan — Columbia Valley East County Regional Resource Center Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Implementation Project Urban Growth Area Works
County Funded (FSP- (UGA)
IPCF) #1
Appendix Page 10
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
FSP-IPCF #2 Columbia Valley Incorporation Study Planning Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA
FSP-IPCF #3 Columbia Valley Conduct a study and prepare a master Plan for light impact Planning Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA industrial in UGA- Work with Port of Bellingham, Foothills
Community Development Association (CDA), etc.
FSP-IPCF #4 Kendall Town park/community gathering place Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Works
FSP-IPCF #5 Entire Foothills Study best practices for "local living economy" (buy local) as Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea opposed to corporate chain economy
FSP-IPCF #6 Maple Falls Town park with public restrooms and a place for a farmer's Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
market and ball fields along the highway Works
FSP-IPCF #7 Entire Foothills Separated bike/pedestrian paths from: Glacier to densely Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Co Subarea populated developments to the east, Glacier to Maple Falls, Works
Maple Falls to Kendall, Kendall to Limestone Road, Kendall
oto Deming, and Deming to Nugent's Corner.
FSP-IPCF #8 Entire Foothills County code enforcement to clean up blighted properties Undetermined Federal, State, Local
1 Subarea throughout the entire subarea. In the Paradise Lakes area, the
ca
code enforcement effort will work in conjunction with the
of Kendall Watch Plan.
CO
FSP-IPCF #9 Entire Foothills Better signage at curves in road, better visibility, and blinking Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea lights to improve safety. Consider roadside safety projects and Works
improved signage, as needed.
FSP-IPCF # 10 Entire Foothills Incentives for tree retention along scenic highway Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea
FSP-IPCF # 11 Glacier and Fire prevention- consult with fire marshal and provide tree Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Columbia Valley modification to address potential wildfire
UGA
FSP-IPCF # 12 Columbia Valley Study of tax impact of projected growth so people know how Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA they are going to pay for services/infrastructure
FSP-IPCF # 13 Deming, Kendall, Develop design guidelines for each individual small town Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Maple Falls & commercial zone, incl. sq footage & height limits for
Glacier buildings. The design guideline committees will be composed
only of residents and property owners in and around each
small to commercial zone.
FSP-IPCF # 14 Kendall Deal with Flooding & Sediment issues for High Creek (i.e. put Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
in sediment pond to collect sediment) Works
FSP-IPCF # 15 Columbia Valley Storm Water Plan Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA Works
FSP-IPCF # 16 Columbia Valley Pedestrian Bridge over Sprague Lake Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA Works
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Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
FSP-IPCF # 17 Foothills subarea Look at enhancing Silver Lake Park with natural resource Undetermined Federal, State, Local
(North of Maple themes
Falls)
FSP-IPCF # 18 Entire Foothills Educational program relating to wildlife needs Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea
FSP-IPCF # 19 Columbia Valley Park Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA Works
Foothills Subarea Plan — Columbia Valley East County Regional Resource Center Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Implementation Project UGA Works
Non-County Funded
(FSP- IPNCF) #1
FSP-IPNCF #2 Foothills Subarea Welcome Center (visitor Center) in Kendall Undetermined Federal, State, Local
FSP-IPNCF #3 Kendall Library/town park/community gathering place Undetermined Federal, State, Local
FSP-IPNCF #4 Entire Foothills Study best practices for "local living economy" (buy local) as Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea opposed to corporate chain economy
cFSP-IPNCF #5 Entire Foothills Cell phone coverage and high speed internet service Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea
y FSP-IPNCF #6 Columbia Valley Interfaith Community Health Satellite Clinic Undetermined Federal, State, Local
. UGA
et
C FSP-IPNCF #7 Maple Falls Town park with public restrooms and a place for a farmer's Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
g market & ball fields along the highway Works
FSP-IPNCF #8 Kendall Study road and pedestrian/bike safety from SR 542/547 Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
intersection to just past the Kendall Elementary School. Study Works
roundabout at SR 542 & 547. Additionally, address the
following areas of concern: A.) the interchange of HWY 542
& 547 and B.) the corner of Hwy 547 where it turns ninety
degrees from west to north directly in front of Kendall
Elementary School.
FSP-IPNCF #9 Entire Foothills Separated bike/pedestrian paths from: Glacier to densely Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea populated developments to the east, Glacier to Maple Falls, Works
Maple Falls to Kendall, Kendall to Limestone Road, Kendall
to Deming, and Deming to Nugent's Corner.
FSP-IPNCF #10 Columbia Valley Conduct a study and prepare a Master Plan for light impact Planning Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA industrial in UGA. Work with Port of Bellingham, Foothills
Community Development Association, etc.
FSP-IPNCF #11 Columbia Valley Study wastewater plan for UGA- possibly combining the 2 Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA water districts and providing sewer to the entire UGA Works
FSP-IPNCF #12 Deming Upgrade the Deming Water Association Water Distribution Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
System to Department of Health Standards Works
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Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
FSP-IPNCF # 13 Entire Foothills Better signage at curves in road, better visibility, and blinking Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea lights to improve safety. Additionally, address the following Works
areas of concern regarding the operation of Mt. Baker School
District buses: A.) The widening of the shoulder or periodic
areas of widened shoulders (in specific areas buses must stop)
along 542 & 547, B.) The Hwy 547 "S" curves approx. 1 mile
north of the Kendall school — slower speed and warning lights
suggested, C.) Introduction of sidewalks w/in the Peaceful
Valley and Paradise areas for safer entry and egress from
buses. .
FSP-IPNCF # 14 Columbia Valley Better lighting along SR 547 and road striping Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA Works
FSP-IPNCF # 15 Deming, Kendall, Develop design guidelines for each individual small town Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Maple Falls & commercial zone.
v, Glacier
FSP-IPNCF # 16
y Foothills Subarea Park and Ride Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
0 Works
0
FSP-IPNCF # 17 Columbia Valley Small Business Incubator Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA
cia
FSP-IPNCF # 18 Kendall Remove diversion dam at Kendall Hatchery Undetermined Federal, State, Local
M FSP-IPNCF # 19 Entire Foothills More WTA bus runs — A bus every hour Undetermined Federal, State, Local
g" Subarea
FSP-IPNCF #20 Deming Study wastewater treatment feasibility Undetermined Federal, State, Local
FSP-IPNCF #21 Kendall Golf Course Undetermined Federal, State, Local
FSP-IPNCF #22 Entire Foothills Incentives for tree retention along scenic highway Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea
FSP-IPNCF #23 Glacier and Fire prevention- consult with fire marshal and provide tree Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Columbia Valley modification to address potential wildfire
UGA
FSP-IPNCF #24 Glacier Study needs for wastewater disposal Undetermined Federal, State, Local
FSP-IPNCF #25 Columbia Valley Study of tax impact of projected growth so people know how Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA they are going to pay for services/infrastructure
FSP-IPNCF #26 Entire Foothills Ask state to lower speed limit in populated areas for pedestrian Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea safety ,
FSP-IPNCF #27 Foothills Subarea SR 542 bridge over the North Fork Nooksack (Warnick Undetermined Federal, State, Local
(between Maple Bridge) needs to be replaced
Falls and Glacier)
FSP-IPNCF #28 Kendall Skate-Park (tied to community gathering place) Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Appendix Page 13
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
FSP-IPNCF #29 Columbia Valley Fire prevention- Tree Modification to address potential Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA wildfire — Talk to Fire Marshall RE: Detailed How-To
FSP-IPNCF #30 Columbia Valley Air Quality study for UGA including enforcement Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA Works
FSP-IPNCF #31 Kendall Deal with Flooding & Sediment issues for High Creek (i.e. put Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
z
in sediment pond to collect sediment) Works
i.— SF P-IPNCF #32 Glacier Library Undetermined Federal, State, Local
c FSP-IPNCF #33 Glacier Post Office Undetermined Federal, State, Local
o
, FSP-IPNCF #34 Columbia Valley Pedestrian Bridge over Sprague Lake Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA Works
FSP-IPNCF #35 Foothills Subarea Look at enhancing Silver Lake Park with natural resource Undetermined Federal, State, Local
0.1 (North of Maple themes
Falls)
FSP-IPNCF #36 Kendall Lower speed limit on SR 547 & SR 542 near the intersection Public Undetermined Federal, State, Local
all the way to the North Fork Brewery Works
FSP-IPNCF #37 Entire Foothills More bike racks on WTA buses Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea
FSP-IPNCF #38 Entire Foothills Educational program relating to wildlife needs Undetermined Federal, State, Local
Subarea
FSP-IPNCF #39 Kendall Swimming pool Undetermined Federal, State, Local
FSP-IPNCF #40 Columbia Valley Park Undetermined Federal, State, Local
UGA
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Stormwater City of Nooksack Inventory and assessment of existing stormwater management Tech $30,000 City General Fund, CCWF
Management Plan facilities serving the City of Nooksack. Following analysis of Assist &
a Development existing system, system improvements necessary to Planning
ct accommodate anticipated commercial, industrial and
residential development would be identified and prioritized.
ZHistoric Nooksack Store City of Nooksack Purchase and renovate the historic 1913 Nooksack Store Public $450,000 City General Fund, Historic
w Building — Purchase and Building located at the corner of Nooksack Ave. and Madison Works Preservation Fund, USDA
G Renovation Street to serve as new City Hall and multi-purpose community Rural Development
' activity/meeting place
U Everson Sewage City of Everson and Design and construction of major upgrade to Everson Sewage Public $4,500,000 City of Nooksack Sewer
Treatment Plant City of Nooksack Treatment Plant. Works Fund; Everson Sewer Fund;
Upgrade CCWF and WA RLF/EDA
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The Nooksack Indian Tribe did not submit projects.
Appendix Page 14
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
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Sewer System Point Roberts Continue support of the development of a sewer system for Public EDA
Infrastructure Point Roberts Works Federal, State, Local
Natural Gas Point Roberts Continue support of the development of a natural gas Public Federal (EDA), State,
Infrastructure infrastructure for Point Roberts Works Local
Trails Point Roberts & Develop trails at key areas (bicycle, pedestrian, non- Planning Federal, State, Local
Lower BC Region motorized). Develop bicycle trails on major vehicular routes & Public
Works
Water Recreational Point Roberts & Develop whale watching, boat charters, sport fishing, Bus Federal, State, Local
Activities Lower BC Region kayaking, windsurfing and other water recreational activities Dev/Fin
Beach Access at Gulf Point Roberts & Provide better beach access to the beach at Gulf Road Public Federal, State, Local
Road Lower BC Region Works &
Ct Bus
1_
Dev/Fin
0
it Pier at Gulf Road Point Roberts & Construct pier at the end of Gulf Road Public EDA
iLower BC Region Works & Federal, State, Local
ta
Bus
o Dev/Fin
Ca Lighthouse Point Roberts, Construct a traditional lighthouse at Lighthouse Park Bus Federal, State, Local
Construction Puget Sound & Dev/Fin
Lower BC Region
Marketing Point Point Roberts Promote business retreats Bus State/Local
Roberts Dev/Fin
Youth Activity Center Point Roberts Develop youth activity center Bus State/Local
Dev/Fin
Monument Point Roberts Develop trail corridor to connect Monument Park and key Public $420,000 Federal, State, Local
Transportation recreation areas to the U.S. border. Works &
Connector Bus
Dev/Fin
Lighthouse Marine Park Point Roberts Replace boat launch dock at Lighthouse Marine Park Public $350,000 Federal, State, Local
Boat Launch Dock Works
Replacement
Lily Point Marine Park Point Roberts Construct parking, trails, interpretive signage and restroom Public $499,000 Federal, State, Local
Construction Works
. _ _.
Index Sensors Business Bellingham Facility improvements to former Coors Building to provide Public $2,000,000-public Port, County EDI, LOCAL
Development Fairhaven high energy efficiency office/manufacturing space for Index Works private loan program
Sensors & Controls move to Bellingham as a Port tenant,
providing 44 new jobs
Appendix Page 15
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) Type* Sources
Harris Avenue Shipyard Bellingham Replace wood pier to support business and job expansion by Public $4-7,000,000 CERB, Port, Fed, County
Pier Fairhaven the shipyard. Port to complete 30% design Works EDI
Fairhaven Bellingham Repair and enhance rocky shoreline to create public access and Public Port, DNR, Ecology
Boat Launch Fairhaven provide near shore habitat Works
Shoreline Restoration
Shipping Terminal Bellingham Marine infrastructure (bulkhead) replacement. Port is Public $2,800,000 Port/State/Fed
Bulkhead Replacement Shipping Terminal completing 30% design Works
Shipping Terminal Bellingham Berthing and fender piling replacement. Public $5,000,000 Port/State/Fed
Piling Replacement Shipping Terminal Works
Shipping Terminal Rail Bellingham Replace track and switch connecting shipping terminal with Public $2,000,000 MTCA, insurance,
Spur Replacement Shipping Terminal BNSF mainline Works
Marine Trades Area Bellingham Develop boat haul-out/travel lift and repair facility, with a Planning $ 150,000 Port/State/Fed
E Boat Yard Development Waterfront District private partner, on the north side of the Whatcom Waterway.
et
= Feasibility
o Squalicum Waterway Bellingham Improve commercial use, habitat and public access at the Public $930,000 to Pvt sector, Port, Fed
Restoration Squalicum terminus of this salmon-bearing creek, which serves as one of Works $ 1 ,850,000 $ 135,000 secured. DNR
COWaterway three federal waterways. Option includes rebuilding BNSF contributed $450,000 for
w bridge and causeway with habitat-friendly crossing. piling removal
cp
Mt. Baker Products Bellingham Site Infrastructure on 4.5 acre industrial site behind Mt Baker Public $ 1 , 100,000 Port/State/Fed
s.oo Peninsula Squalicum Products to support tenant activity in shipping and cargo Works
Po Improvements Waterfront
Schultz Way Bellingham Reconstruct Port-owned Schultz Way road to city standards as Public $2,500,000 CERB, Fed, County EDI,
Improvements Squalicum a secondary arterial, serving existing port tenants and Works TIB, Port
Waterfront extending it to the Mt Baker Products peninsula to serve new
tenants.
Blaine Wharf District Blaine Harbor Reconstruct the bulkhead adjacent to Blaine Shipyard Public $3, 100,000 Port/State/Fed
Marine Industrial Area Industrial Park to facilitate upgrade of boat haul-out facilities, Works
fueling facilities for commercial fishing and recreational
vessels, and upland boatyard/small boat yard expansions.
Aviation Capacity Bellingham Int'l Construction of infrastructure to serve airplane hangar dev. Public $3,400,000 - public Federal/state and 20% local
Development Airport with runway access, including demolition, re-grading and Works funds match through debt. (FAA,
installation of utilities on Port-acquired Air National Guard $3,200,000 - pvt Dept of Homeland
site. investment and Security)
agency customers
Regional Bio-Waste Lynden/County Collaboration between Port, Public Utility District, and City of Planning $ 100,000 USDA REAP, Port
Collection and Energy Lynden to study a community facility that uses municipal,
System dairy and processing waste streams to convert to energy and
usable byproducts.
Appendix Page 16
Name of Project Location Description/Benefits Project Estimated Cost Potential Funding
(area served) . Type* Sources
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Truck By-Pass Johnson St. New road alignment for trucks seeking to utilize the industrial Public $8, 100,000 Motor Vehicle Fuel Taxes;
(replacing — Border areas of Sumas and international border crossing Works Vehicle Registration Fees;
Crossing Realignment) Other Federal, State &
Local Funding Sources
Rail-car Old SR 9 portion of Convert old SR 9 portion of Front Street to a rail car storage Public $2,000,000 EDI, BNSF, CERB, other
Storage/Intermodal Front Street area and or intermodal facility Works State & Local Funding
EFacility Sources
ct Sewer Plant Harrison Road Refurbish and upgrade old Sumas WWTP Public $ 12,000,000 EDI, CDBG, USDA, clean
o Works water/public utilities
finding, other Federal,
j State & Local Funding
Sources
Sewer Collection Route unknown Build a sewer collection main to connect the City of Sumas Public $3,000,000 EDI, CDBG, USDA, clean
Interconnect with another regional WWTP Works water/public utilities
funding, other Federal,
State & Local Funding
Sources
Note: *Project Type is defined as: Public Works Construction (Public Works) (Note: this is not meant to indicate the involvement of the Public Works
Department); Technical Assistance (Tech Assist); Business Development/Finance (Bus Dev/Fin); Economic Development (Econ Dev); or Planning
Studies/Feasibility/Research (Planning).
Sources of funding include (but are not limited to) :
Washington State Sources: Department of Ecology Centennial Clean Water Fund (CCWF); Department of Commerce — Community Development Block Grant
(Commerce — CDBG) and Community Economic Revitalization Board (CERB); Department of Transportation (WA DOT); CZM (Coastal Zone Management)
Grant Public Works Trust Fund (PWTF Loan); Revolving Loan Funds (RLF); Revolving Lines of Credit (BLOC); CTED (Urban Livability Grant, Economic
Opportunities Grant), CTED (CDBG, Economic Development Strategies); GMA Planning Grant; Interagency Committee for Outdoor Recreation (IAC) Grants.
Federal Sources: USDA Rural Development; DOE SRF Loan; Conservation Futures (CF); USDA (Rural Community Assistance); Economic Development
Administration (EDA); Transportation Improvement Board (TIB); Farmers Home Administration (FmHA); US Forest Service (PW Trust Fund), SBA Urban
Development Action Grant (UDAG); USDA Rural Business Enterprise (RBE) Grant; FHWA Border Program (Federal Highway Administration Funding);
STP (Surface Transportation Program) Regional Funds.
Local Sources: Title III/Title II; Whatcom Land Trust; Impact Fees; Rural Sales and other local taxation; Local Matching Funds; Private Investment; County
Economic Development Investment Program (EDI)
Source: Compiled by the Northwest Economic Council — Whatcom County. Based on information provided by local governments, local development
organizations and tribes in Whatcom County; November, 2010.
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