# TRIDEC

> Tri-Cities Washington Economic Development Council


## Posts

- [New Richland restaurant specializing in flame-grilled burgers set to open](https://tridec.org/habit-burger/): By Allison Stormo, Tri-City Herald | July 14, 2021 The Habit Burger Grill is making its Tri-Cities debut this month.
- [Darigold selects Tri-Cities to build $500M protein and butter plant, creating 1,200 jobs](https://tridec.org/darigold_announcement/): June 30, 2021 Darigold, Inc.
- [Governor Inslee's statement on upcoming economic reopening](https://tridec.org/governor-inslees-statement-on-upcoming-economic-reopening/): June 29, 2021 Gov.
- [Feds move closer to testing a cheaper way to treat Hanford radioactive waste](https://tridec.org/feds-move-closer-to-testing-a-cheaper-way-to-treat-hanford-radioactive-waste/): By Annette Cary, Tri-City Herald | June 29, 2021 The Department of Energy is taking an initial step that could result in more of Hanford’s radioactive tank waste being turned into a concrete-like grout and shipped out of Washington state for disposal.
- [Coffee with Karl: SPECIAL with Benton-Franklin Health District | MONDAY, Nov. 16 at 11:00am](https://tridec.org/coffee-with-karl-episode29/): As COVID rates continue to rise at an alarming rate in the Tri-Cities, Dr.
- [Coffee with Karl: The Future of K-12 Education | Friday, November 20 at 9:00am](https://tridec.org/coffee-with-karl-episode30/): As we navigate new challenges together, what does the future of K-12 education in the Tri-Cities look like?
- [Coffee with Karl: Resiliency of the Arts | Friday, November 13 at 9:00am](https://tridec.org/coffee-with-karl-episode28/): This week, Karl has coffee with four leaders from the Tri-Cities arts community to discuss the challenges they've faced during COVID and the creativity local artists have used to continue making and sharing their art with the Tri-Cities.
- [Friday, November 6 at 9:00am | Coffee with Karl: The Importance of STEM Education](https://tridec.org/coffee-with-karl-episode27/): Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) education will play a critical role in preparing students for the workforce of tomorrow.
- [Friday, October 30 at 9:00am | Coffee with Karl: The Resiliency of Small Business](https://tridec.org/coffee-with-karl-episode26/): COVID-19 has had profound impacts on local business owners. And while financial support has been available, it's not nearly enough.
- [2020 Election Impact: Thursday, November 12 at Noon](https://tridec.org/2020-election-impact-thursday-november-12-at-noon/): How will the 2020 elections impact the Tri-Cities? Reserve your spot at our annual Election Update and learn more.
- [Friday, October 23 at 9:00am | Coffee with Karl: Leading the world into a carbon-free future](https://tridec.org/coffee-with-karl/): Join us each week as TRIDEC CEO Karl Dye invites community leaders and industry experts to chat over a cup of coffee.
- [TRIDEC, U.S. Dept. of Energy recognize potential for local nuclear technology in global market](https://tridec.org/tridec-u-s-dept-of-energy-recognize-potential-for-local-nuclear-technology-in-global-market/): Kennewick, Wash. – X-Energy and TerraPower, both utility partners of Energy Northwest, have been selected by the U.S.
- [Friday, October 9 at 9:00am | Coffee with Karl: Tri-Cities in the Making](https://tridec.org/coffee-with-karl-2/): Join us each week as TRIDEC CEO Karl Dye invites community leaders and industry experts to chat over a cup of coffee.
- [Battelle donates $35,000 to help WSU students during COVID pandemic](https://tridec.org/battelle-donates-35000-to-help-wsu-students-during-covid-pandemic/): BY: Annette Cary AUGUST 30, 2020 Battelle has donated $35,000 to Washington State University Tri-Cities to help with needs during the coronavirus pandemic.
- [Benton and Franklin counties approved for Modified Phase 1](https://tridec.org/benton-and-franklin-counties-approved-to-modified-phase-1/): Benton and Franklin Counties were approved on July 2 to move to modified Phase 1 of the state’s Safe Start Phased Reopening Plan.
- [New Emergency Grants available for Kennewick Small Businesses](https://tridec.org/new-emergency-grants-available-for-kennewick-small-businesses/): Thursday, June 4, the City of Kennewick released the following statement regarding a new emergency grant available to Kennewick Small Businesses.
- [Open & Safe: A new coalition of business, economic and community leaders](https://tridec.org/open-safe-a-new-coalition-of-business-economic-and-community-leaders/): Today, TRIDEC was proud to join local business, economic and community leaders in launching the new Tri-Cities Open & Safe – a resource designed to help local businesses navigate a safe reopening and consumers move forward with confidence.
- [Ready to Fly? Take the Tri-Cities Airport Recovery Passenger Survey](https://tridec.org/ready-to-fly-take-the-tri-cities-airport-recovery-passenger-survey/): We're excited to welcome you back when you’re ready to travel! However, we're also aware that things will look different during and after the pandemic.
- [UPDATE: Gov. Inslee's phased reopening economic plan](https://tridec.org/update-gov-inslees-phased-reopening-economic-plan/): Gov. Jay Inslee on Monday signed a proclamation that extends the stay-at-home order through May 31.
- [LA TIMES: Washington farmers and a billion pounds of potatoes](https://tridec.org/la-times-washington-farmers-and-a-billion-pounds-of-potatoes/): By JEANETTE MARANTOS | THE LA TIMES May 3, 2020 The notice on Facebook was small and nondescript: “Free potatoes donated by Washington Potato Growers.” But that’s all it took.
- [AgriNorthwest partners to host potato & onion giveaway for Tri-Cities families](https://tridec.org/agrinorthwest-partners-to-host-potato-onion-giveaway-for-tri-cities-families/): Nearly 2,250 sacks of potatoes and onions will be given out Friday, May 1, to families throughout the Tri-Cities.
- [Richland offering Small Business Loans](https://tridec.org/richland-offering-small-business-loans-beginning-may-1/): Beginning May 1, small businesses in the City of Richland have a new resource.
- [Low-risk construction gets green light from governor](https://tridec.org/low-risk-construction-gets-green-light-from-governor/): Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business | APRIL 2020 By: Wendy Culverwell Some $100 million in residential construction and other “low risk” construction is reviving across the Tri-Cities.
- [WA, OR & CA Employer Groups announce coalition to assist reopening economies](https://tridec.org/wa-or-ca-employer-groups-announce-coalition-to-assist-reopening-economies/): Business associations pledge support for the Western States Pact, offer to work with governors in the three states individually and collectively A coalition of employer groups from Washington, Oregon and California pledged their support Monday for the recently formed Western States Pact and offered to work with the governors of the three states to assist in the reopening of their economies.
- [Rep. Dan Newhouse: Congress stands ready to help business survive COVID-19](https://tridec.org/rep-dan-newhouse-congress-stands-ready-to-help-business-survive-covid-19/): U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse, R-Sunnyside, predicted Congress will add to the $2.2 trillion it has already authorized to prop up the nation’s economy during the COVID-19 pandemic in an April 10 meeting with the Tri-Cities Area Chamber of Commerce.
- [Q & A with TRIDEC CEO Karl Dye](https://tridec.org/q-a-with-tridec-ceo-karl-dye/): Getting to know Karl Dye, TRIDEC's new President & CEO Number of employees: TRIDEC currently has eight team members.
- [A Message to Washington State Businesses from the Employment Security Department (ESD)](https://tridec.org/a-message-to-washington-state-businesses-from-the-employment-security-department-esd/): During these unprecedented times, we know that you are doing everything you possibly can to support your employees.
- [Guest Column: It’s time to rally around Washington employers](https://tridec.org/guest-column-its-time-to-rally-around-washington-employers/): Tri-City Area Journal of Business | April 2020 Special by Kris Johnson, Association of Washington Business Washington’s small businesses have entered a new era as our state and nation fight the COVID-19 pandemic.
- [Bechtel donates 1,000 N95 masks to Tri-Cities community](https://tridec.org/bechtel-donates-1000-n95-masks-to-tri-cities-community/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 8, 2020 CONTACT: Staci West, sawest@bechtel.com | 509-378-0308 RICHLAND, Wash.
- [New $5M Grant for WA Small Businesses](https://tridec.org/new-5m-grant-for-wa-small-businesses/): Gov. Jay Inslee announced today a new grant program aimed at helping small businesses navigate unexpected financial hardships relating to COVID-19 executive actions.
- [MSA Team wins 'Project of the Year'](https://tridec.org/msa-team-wins-project-of-the-year/): Media Contact: Reneé Brooks, MSA, (509) 531-9633, Renee_L_Brooks@rl.gov RICHLAND, Wash.
- [Murray, Newhouse, TRIDEC play vital role in Hanford and PNNL stimulus](https://tridec.org/murray-newhouse-tridec-play-vital-role-in-hanford-and-pnnl-stimulus/): As the economic impacts of the coronavirus pandemic continue to unfold, TRIDEC worked closely with our state and local representatives to secure vital federal funds.
- [TRIDEC Open for Business with Closed Offices](https://tridec.org/tridec-open-for-business-with-closed-offices/): Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the TRIDEC office will be closed effective March 18th.
- [Snake River Dams: Comments & Teleconferences](https://tridec.org/crso-eis-comment-meetings-teleconference-comment-opportunities/): Due to the actions taken to stop the spread of COVID-19, the Army Corp of Engineers will replace all scheduled in-person public comment meetings with phone-in meetings of the recently released Columbia River System Operation (CRSO) draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
- [Unemployment falls back to 3.5% as job growth smashes expectations for February](https://tridec.org/unemployment-falls-back-to-3-5-as-job-growth-smashes-expectations-for-february/): Nonfarm payrolls grew far more than expected in Februaryas companies continued to hire leading into a growing coronavirus scare.
- [Forbes: Washington State Intends to be the Clean Energy State and Nuclear is Key](https://tridec.org/forbes-washington-state-intends-to-be-the-clean-energy-state-and-nuclear-is-key/): While many states have announced they want to be net-zero carbon by 2040 or so, Washington State is likely to achieve it....
- [TRIDEC Board Member Marie Mosley named 2019 Kennewick Woman of the Year](https://tridec.org/tridec-board-member-marie-mosley-named-2019-kennewick-woman-of-the-year/): Marie Mosley, Ex-Officio Member of the TRIDEC Board of Directors and Kennewick City Manager, has been named 2019 Kennewick Woman of the Year.
- [21st Annual Economic Outlook: Thursday, February 20, 2020](https://tridec.org/21st-annual-economic-outlook-thursday-february-20-2020/): The 21st Annual Tri-Cities Regional Economic Outlook, on Thursday, February 20, 2020 from 7:30 a.m.
- [TRIDEC Names New President/CEO](https://tridec.org/tridec-names-new-president-ceo/): Karl Dye of Lewiston, ID, has been announced as the new President/CEO of the Tri-City Development Council (TRIDEC).
- [NEWS: Nearly 150 attend Pasco rally supporting Snake River dams](https://tridec.org/news-nearly-150-attend-pasco-rally-supporting-snake-river-dams/): PASCO, WA – Nearly 150 community members gathered in Pasco, WA, tonight urging decision makers to preserve local hydropower.
- [NEWS: Community, local leaders say 'KNOW THE DAM FACTS'](https://tridec.org/news-ktd/): FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Jan 10, 2020 CONTACT: Ashley Stubbs, Tri-City Development Council (TRIDEC) | astubbs@tridec.org | (509)735-1000 Stephanie Swanberg, Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce | stephanie.swanberg@tricityregionalchamber.com | (509) 736-0510 PASCO, WA – A public rally supporting preservation of the four Lower Snake River dams is planned for Monday, Jan.
- [Martin Valadez, TRIDEC Board Member, named new director for Tri-Cities branch of Heritage University](https://tridec.org/martin-valadez-tridec-board-member-named-new-director-for-tri-cities-branch-of-heritage-university/): Heritage University President Dr. Andrew Sund has announced a new director for its Tri-Cities branch campus at Columbia Basin College.
- [Kenyon Zero Storage Expands Cold Storage in Pasco](https://tridec.org/kenyon-zero-storage-expands-cold-storage-in-pasco/): TCAJOB Staff | December 2019 Kenyon Zero Storage is expanding its cold storage complex after closing a $1.1 million deal for 21 acres at the Port of Pasco’s Foster Wells Business Park.
- [PNNL's 2019 Science and Technology Highlights Make a Mark](https://tridec.org/pnnls-2019-science-and-technology-highlights-make-a-mark/): By Steven Ashby, Special to the Herald, Tri-City Herald Selecting this year’s highlights for Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is a bit like choosing just one family photo for the holiday card among the dozens of important events and exciting adventures of the year.
- [New White Bluffs Wine Region will be North of Pasco](https://tridec.org/new-white-bluffs-wine-region-will-be-north-of-pasco/): By Andy Perdue, Guest Contributor, Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business The Tri-Cities is philosophically and geographically in the heart of Washington wine country.
- [NEWS: TRIDEC team expands to support regional growth](https://tridec.org/news-tridec-team-expands-to-support-regional-growth/): The Tri-City Development Council is shaking up roles. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sept.
- [Good News on the Job Front for the Tri-Cities Area.  More People are Working.](https://tridec.org/good-news-on-the-job-front-for-the-tri-cities-area-more-people-are-working/): The Tri-Cities unemployment rate dropped to 5.1 percent in May, from 5.7 percent in April.
- [Tri-Cities Airport Named One of North America's Busiest Small Airports](https://tridec.org/tri-cities-airport-named-one-of-north-americas-busiest-small-airports/): June 18, 2019 – Global aviation database Official Aviation Guide (OAG) has named Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) one of North America’s busiest small airports for 2019.
- [6/19/19 Member Investor Luncheon: Capitalizing on Innovation to Grow the Tri-Cities](https://tridec.org/6-19-19-member-investor-luncheon-capitalizing-on-innovation-to-grow-the-tri-cities/): Join us for our Summer Member Investor Luncheon featuring Paul Dabbar, Under Secretary for Science, U.S.
- [Grow Your Business Internationally Workshop: Wednesday, May 22](https://tridec.org/grow-your-business-internationally-workshop-wednesday-may-22/): Do you run a small business? Are you looking for ways to grow your business?
- [20th Annual Economic Outlook & 56th Annual Meeting: Thursday, March 28, 2019](https://tridec.org/20th-annual-economic-outlook-wednesday-february-13-2019/): Annual Meeting Keynote Luncheon: Brian Roth, Regional Sales Director, United The 20th Annual Tri-Cities Regional Economic Outlook, rescheduled for Thursday, March 28, 2019 from 7:30 a.m.
- [11/29/18 Member Investor Luncheon: 2018 Election Update](https://tridec.org/11-29-18-member-investor-luncheon-2018-election-update/): A special thank you to Tim Peckinpaugh and Isaac Kastama for recapping the 2018 Election at our Annual Election Impact Luncheon on Thursday, November 29.
- [Holiday Hiring Heats Up as Tri-Cities Sets Job Record](https://tridec.org/holiday-hiring-heats-up-as-tri-cities-sets-job-record/): The Tri-City unemployment rate is bottoming out just in time for the holiday hiring season.
- [Vote No on Carbon Fee Initiative 1631](https://tridec.org/vote-no-on-carbon-fee-initiative-1631/): Over the weekend you should have received your ballot.
- [United Airlines to Begin New Nonstop Service Between Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)](https://tridec.org/united-airlines-to-begin-new-nonstop-service-between-tri-cities-airport-psc-and-los-angeles-international-airport-lax/): The Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) and United Airlines are proud to announce new nonstop service between the Tri-Cities and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) beginning March 31, 2019.
- [7/12/18: Kennewick Sustainability Forum](https://tridec.org/7-12-18-kennewick-sustainability-forum/): The City of Kennewick will hold a Sustainability Forum at the Three Rivers Convention Center on July 12th, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- [9/8/18: Riverfest 2018 - Our Rivers, Our Way of Life](https://tridec.org/9-8-18-riverfest-2018-our-rivers-our-way-of-life/): Riverfest 2018 - A festival showcasing all the benefits of the rivers and the hydrosystem. RiverFest will be held Saturday, September 8, from 11:00 a.m.
- [Tri-Cities Airport Awarded $10 Million in Federal Grants](https://tridec.org/tri-cities-airport-awarded-10-million-in-federal-grants/): The Tri-Cities Airport was awarded more than $10 million in grant money from the US Department of Transportation (DOT).
- [Warmer Weather Heats up Tri-Cities Job Market](https://tridec.org/warmer-weather-heats-up-tri-cities-job-market/): Warmer days are translating into more jobs in the Tri-Cities.
- [2017 Annual Report](https://tridec.org/2017-annual-report/): I continue to be bullish on the Tri-City economy as the region continues to outpace many other areas in the Pacific Northwest.
- [Member Investor Luncheon with Congressman Dan Newhouse](https://tridec.org/member-investor-luncheon-with-congressman-dan-newhouse/): Join TRIDEC on Wednesday, May 2, from 12-1:00p at the Richland Red Lion, for our Member Investor Luncheon.
- [January 2018 Labor Area Summary](https://tridec.org/january-2018-labor-area-summary/): Kennewick-Pasco-Richland Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was at 7.4 percent in January 2018, which is 1.1 percent lower than in January 2017, while recording 0.8 percent increase from December 2017, according to the estimates by the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
- [Project will Boost Access to Charging Stations for Electric Vehicles in Washington](https://tridec.org/project-will-boost-access-to-charging-stations-for-electric-vehicles-in-washington/): Unlike many states, in Washington, the transportation sector emits more than twice as much carbon into the air than the utility sector.
- [TRIDEC's 55th Annual Member Investor Meeting](https://tridec.org/tridecs-55th-annual-member-investor-meeting/): Join TRIDEC on Thursday, March 29, from 12-1:30p at the Pasco Red Lion, for our 55th Annual Meeting & Luncheon.
- [Business Recruitment Update](https://tridec.org/business-recruitment-update/): We have an ongoing number of projects for the first quarter of 2018.
- [TRIDEC's Federal Programs Update](https://tridec.org/federal-programs-update/): After a nearly three-day shutdown, Congress passed a Continuing Resolution on January 22nd to fund the federal government through February 8th.
- [Tri-Cities Continues to Remain One of Washington States Shining Stars for Economic Growth](https://tridec.org/tri-cities-continues-to-remain-one-of-washington-states-shining-stars-for-economic-growth/): The Tri-City economy ended the year with 3,500 more jobs than 2016 — up a healthy 3.2 percent.
- [Tight Labor Market Puts Pressure on Tri-City Wages](https://tridec.org/tight-labor-market-puts-pressure-on-tri-city-wages-2/): The Tri-City unemployment rate remained near record-low levels in November, reflecting a continuing expansion that has buoyed for more than three years.
- [Tight Labor Market Puts Pressure on Tri-City Wages](https://tridec.org/tight-labor-market-puts-pressure-on-tri-city-wages/): The Tri-City unemployment rate remained near record-low levels in November, reflecting a continuing expansion that has buoyed for more than three years.
- [These Things Helped Set A New Tri-City Unemployment Record](https://tridec.org/these-things-helped-set-a-new-tri-city-unemployment-record/): The Mid-Columbia economy is defying expectations, steaming through a season when hiring typically slows and construction work dries up.
- [2018 Tri-Cities Regional Economic Outlook](https://tridec.org/2018-tri-cities-regional-economic-outlook/): The 19th Annual Tri-Cities Regional Economic Outlook on Thursday, February 15, 2018 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. will feature local & national leaders presenting on key economic issues facing the region. Join us for THE event of 2018! Connect with industry influencers and engage decision makers!
- [Tri-City's September Unemployment Rate Drops to Historic Lows](https://tridec.org/tri-citys-september-unemployment-rate-drops-to-historic-lows/): Tri-City’s September non-seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased to 4.6 percent-the lowest unemployment rate seen in the past 27 years.
- [November Member Investor Luncheon: Election Impact 2017](https://tridec.org/november-member-investor-luncheon-election-impact-2017/): Download Tim Peckinpaugh's Presentation Download Gary Chandler's Presentation Join TRIDEC on Tuesday, November 14, from 12-1p at the Richland Red Lion, for our November Member Investor Luncheon.
- [September Member Investor Luncheon: A Conversation About Entrepreneurship](https://tridec.org/september-member-investor-luncheon-a-conversation-about-entrepreneurship/): Join TRIDEC on Wednesday, September 20, from 12-1p at the Kennewick Red Lion, for our September Member Investor Luncheon.
- [August Member Investor Luncheon](https://tridec.org/august-member-investor-luncheon/): Join TRIDEC on Monday, August 14, from 12-1p at the Richland Red Lion, for our August Member Investor Luncheon. Our Keynote Speaker is Senator Maria Cantwell.
- [Embracing the Opportunities](https://tridec.org/embracing-the-opportunities/): Economic development opportunities are like seasons. They are here today, gone tomorrow.
- [TRIDEC's 54th Annual Meeting Luncheon](https://tridec.org/tridecs-54th-annual-meeting-luncheon/): Join TRIDEC on Wednesday, March 15, from 12-1:30 at the Pasco Red Lion, as we celebrate our 54th Annual Meeting and the Faster, Bolder, Brighter successes of 2016.
- [Tri-Cities Ends 2016 as State's Fastest-Growing Job Market](https://tridec.org/tri-cities-ends-2016-as-states-fastest-growing-job-market/): The Tri-Cities boasted Washington’s fastest-growing job market for 2016, with an annual growth rate of 3.6 percent.
- [At Perry Nomination Hearing, Cantwell Secures Commitment to Hanford Cleanup, Worker Safety](https://tridec.org/at-perry-nomination-hearing-cantwell-secures-commitment-to-hanford-cleanup-worker-safety/): Washington, D.C. – On January 19, Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Ranking Member Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.)
- [TRI-CITIES AIRPORT | PSC AIRPORT EXPANSION TOUR – JANUARY 27, 2017](https://tridec.org/tri-cities-airport-psc-airport-expansion-tour-january-27-2017/): The Tri-Cities Airport Expansion Project is complete and the Port of Pasco is hosting free public tours of the new airport on Friday, January 27, 2017 from 3:00-5:00pm.
- [Washington Congressional Delegation Urges President-Elect Trump to Prioritize Hanford Cleanup, Worker Health, Tri-Cities Safety](https://tridec.org/washington-congressional-delegation-urges-president-elect-trump-to-prioritize-hanford-cleanup-worker-health-tri-cities-safety/): WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today (January 9, 2017), U.S.
- [2017 Tri-Cities Regional Economic Outlook](https://tridec.org/2017-tri-cities-regional-economic-outlook/): The 18th Annual Tri-Cities Regional Economic Outlook was held on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 from 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
- [November 17: Membership Luncheon with Tim Peckinpaugh](https://tridec.org/november-17-membership-luncheon-with-tim-peckinpaugh/): Join TRIDEC for our Membership Luncheon on Thursday, November 17, 2016 from 12p-1:30p at the Richland Red Lion with TRIDEC's Washington, D.C.
- [November 15: Creating an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Luncheon](https://tridec.org/november-15-creating-an-entrepreneurial-ecosystem-luncheon-2/): Get charged up about creating an entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Tri-Cities for homegrown startups and economic growth.
- [November 15: Creating an Entrepreneurial Ecosystem Luncheon](https://tridec.org/november-15-creating-an-entrepreneurial-ecosystem-luncheon/): Get charged up about creating an entrepreneurial ecosystem in the Tri-Cities for homegrown startups and economic growth.
- [November 1: Membership Luncheon with WSU President Kirk Schulz](https://tridec.org/november-1-membership-luncheon-with-wsu-president-kirk-schulz/): Join TRIDEC for our Membership Luncheon on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 from 12p-1:30p at the Kennewick Red Lion with Washington State University President Kirk Schulz.
- [2016 Bridging Partnerships Small Business Symposium](https://tridec.org/2016-bridging-partnerships-small-business-symposium/): Registration is now open for the 2016 Bridging Partnerships Small Business Symposium on October 18-19, 2016.
- [ConAgra Foods Lamb Weston Announces Plans to Expand Operations in Richland, WA](https://tridec.org/conagra-foods-lamb-weston-announces-plans-to-expand-operations-in-richland-wa/): Construction on a new french fry line will begin immediately, allowing the company to keep up with global demand EAGLE, Idaho, June 8 , 2016 – ConAgra Foods, Inc.
- [June 1: Membership Luncheon](https://tridec.org/june-1-membership-luncheon/): Join TRIDEC for our Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, June 1, 2016 from 12p-1:30p at the Pasco Red Lion with Congressman Dan Newhouse.
- [March 30th: TRIDEC'S 53rd Annual Meeting](https://tridec.org/march-30th-tridecs-53rd-annual-meeting/): Join TRIDEC for our 53rd Annual Meeting, highlighting the successes of 2015, recognizing outgoing board members and introducing the 2016 Board of Directors.
- [Senator Cantwell Presses DOE’s Moniz on Cuts to Hanford Cleanup Funds](https://tridec.org/senator-cantwell-presses-does-moniz-on-cuts-to-hanford-cleanup-funds-2/): Washington, D.C. – Today (March 3), Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.)
- [Senator Cantwell Presses DOE’s Moniz on Cuts to Hanford Cleanup Funds](https://tridec.org/senator-cantwell-presses-does-moniz-on-cuts-to-hanford-cleanup-funds/): http://jacksonstr.com Washington, D.C. – Today (March 3), Ranking Member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee U.S.
- [TRIDEC’S CONGRESSIONAL LETTER LEADS TO RESULTS FOR LOCAL ECONOMY!](https://tridec.org/tridecs-congressional-letter-leads-to-results-for-local-economy/): TRIDEC’s already outstanding Congressional success rate will increase further based on the great results from the FY-16 Omnibus, which was released December 2015.
- [January 20th: 17th Annual Economic Outlook Luncheon](https://tridec.org/january-20-economic-outlook-luncheon/): Sponsored by: Join TRIDEC and the Tri-Cities business leaders for the premier economic forecast event in Eastern WA on January 20th, 2016 at the TRAC Center in Pasco.
- [November 19: TRIDEC Networking Luncheon](https://tridec.org/november-19-tridec-networking-luncheon/): Join TRIDEC and our membership partners for a special networking luncheon on Thursday, November 19th, 2015 at the Richland Red Lion Hotel.
- [October 14, 2015: Grow Manufacturing Luncheon and Expo](https://tridec.org/october-14-2015-grow-manufacturing-luncheon-and-expo/): Grow Your Business by Connecting with Manufacturers from the Columbia Basin! Register TODAY to exhibit at the GROW Manufacturing Expo!
- [September 10th: TRIDEC Networking Luncheon](https://tridec.org/september-10th-tridec-networking-luncheon-2/): Join TRIDEC and our membership partners for a special networking luncheon on Thursday, September 10th, 2015 at the Kennewick Red Lion Hotel. We’ll welcome Special Guest Speaker Andrew Harrison, Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer at Alaska Airlines, as he talks about upcoming...
- [September 10th: TRIDEC Networking Luncheon](https://tridec.org/september-10th-tridec-networking-luncheon/): Join TRIDEC and our membership partners for a special networking luncheon on Thursday, September 10th, 2015 at the Kennewick Red Lion Hotel. We’ll welcome Special Guest Speaker Andrew Harrison, Executive Vice President and Chief Revenue Officer at Alaska Airlines, as he talks about upcoming...
- [Join Us as We Make History! MOU Signing Ceremony between TRIDEC and Hong Kong Trade Development Council](https://tridec.org/join-us-as-we-make-history-mou-signing-ceremony-between-tridec-and-hong-kong-trade-development-council/): On Friday, August 7, 2015 at 10:00a, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and TRIDEC (through the FABREO Program), will be entering into a historic Memorandum of Understanding to help Columbia Basin food and wine companies enter the fastest growing marketing in the world - China, as well as other dynamic Southeast Asian countries!
- [National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)](https://tridec.org/national-defense-authorization-act/): Click Here to Download the Language for the Manhattan National Park Click Here to Download the Language Regarding Land Conveyance Click Here to Download the Language for Public Access to Rattlesnake Mountain Click Here to Download TRIDEC's Land Conveyance Proposal (10 CFR 770, May 31, 2011) Nearly 10 years in the making, the Manhattan Project National Historical Park at Hanford, Los Alamos and Oak Ridge is about to become a reality.

## Pages

- [DR!VING DEVELOPMENT](https://tridec.org/driving-development/)
- [25th Annual Economic Outlook and Workforce Summit](https://tridec.org/tcoutlook24/)
- [Energy Forward Alliance Selects Sean V. O’Brien as Executive Director](https://tridec.org/efa-selects-sean-v-obrien-as-executive-director/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_single_image image="18892" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="10px"][vc_column_text]After an extensive search, the Tri-City Development Council (TRIDEC) and Energy Forward Alliance (EFA) Executive Committee selected Sean V.
- [Energy Forward Alliance](https://tridec.org/energyfwd/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_single_image image="18892" img_size="full" alignment="center" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][vc_empty_space height="10px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="10px"][vc_column_text]In the heart of the Pacific Northwest, the Tri-Cities is a well-established, growing region with a thriving economy and skilled workforce featuring some of the most innovative leaders and companies in the country.
- [Small Business Resources & Requirements Workshop](https://tridec.org/sbrrw/)
- [Try Tri-Cities Retail](https://tridec.org/icsc/): Welcome to the Tri-Cities, Washington — a dynamic and fast-growing metropolitan region in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.
- [24th Annual Economic Outlook and 60th Annual Meeting Luncheon](https://tridec.org/tcoutlook23/)
- [Tri-Cities Community Fact Sheet](https://tridec.org/tc-fact-sheet/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="cwk-home-slider-12"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_single_image image="19511" img_size="full" onclick="custom_link" img_link_target="_blank" css="" qode_css_animation="" link="https://tridec.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Tri-Cities-Fact-Sheet_Updated-January-2026_8.5x11.pdf"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""] Download this informative and easy-to-read publication now and see why the Tri-Cities is one of the fastest growing regions in the United States.
- [Mid-Columbia Clean Energy Summit](https://tridec.org/mcces/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_single_image image="18472" img_size="full" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="5/6"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height="10px"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/6"][vc_empty_space][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_empty_space][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]7:00am | Kickoff Breakfast 8:00am-4:30pm | Tour Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and Energy Northwest Bus transportation will be provided for the entire day.
- [Nuclear Energy](https://tridec.org/nuclear-energy/): Born from the Manhattan Project, the Tri-Cities has been a global leader in nuclear innovation for over 80 years—home to the world’s first full-scale reactor, the N Reactor, and the Fast Flux Test Facility.
- [New Homepage](https://tridec.org/new-homepage/)
- [CARES Act Sample Scope of Work](https://tridec.org/wp-content-uploads-sample-scope-of-work-xlsx/)
- [Cares Act Scope of Work](https://tridec.org/wp-content-uploads-scope-of-work-xlsx/)
- [West Richland CARES Act Grant](https://tridec.org/wrcares/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="40px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="15px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]City of West Richland's Mayor and City Council have designated $300,000 for the CARES Act Community Support Grant Program, providing local businesses grant assistance, with no repayment requirements.
- [Franklin County CARES Act Grant](https://tridec.org/fccares/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="40px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text]Franklin County Commissioners have designated $3 million for the CARES Act Community Support Grant Program, providing local businesses grant assistance, with no repayment requirements.
- [Benton County CARES Act Grant](https://tridec.org/bccares/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="40px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="15px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Benton County Commissioners have designated $3.5 million for the CARES Act Community Support Grant Program, providing local businesses grant assistance, with no repayment requirements.
- [The Impact: Road to Recovery Series](https://tridec.org/road_to_recovery_series/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="important-links-1"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]State leaders have launched a new Q&A series with TVW called “Road to Recovery” to talk about how businesses and workers can navigate their way through the COVID-19 pandemic.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="25px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_column_text]May 29: Nick Streuli, Governor's Office Executive Director of External Relations June 1 target and Phase 2 reality for counties, new L&I rule for non compliant businesses, COVID-19 PPE and testing efforts, unemployment fraud response.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][vc_column_text]May 27: Renee Sunde, President, Washington Retail Association What shoppers should expect as stores reopen, challenges ahead for store owners and around 400,000 employees.
- [Coffee with Karl](https://tridec.org/cwk/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="40px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_column_text]TRIDEC CEO Karl Dye invites local leaders, elected officials, and industry experts from the Tri-Cities and throughout Washington state to chat over a cup of coffee.
- [SizeUp Business Intelligence Tool](https://tridec.org/sizeup/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="3/4"][vc_column_text] SizeUp is a free online tool designed to help businesses grow by making smarter decisions through data analysis.
- [Calendar](https://tridec.org/calendar/)
- [Password Reset](https://tridec.org/password-reset-2/)
- [Forgot Password](https://tridec.org/forgot-password/)
- [Account](https://tridec.org/account-2/)
- [Register](https://tridec.org/register-2/)
- [Login](https://tridec.org/login-2/)
- [Payment History](https://tridec.org/payment-history/)
- [Transaction Failed](https://tridec.org/transaction-failed/)
- [Payment Receipt](https://tridec.org/payment-receipt/)
- [Checkout](https://tridec.org/checkout-2/)
- [Favourite Listings](https://tridec.org/favourite-listings/)
- [Manage Listings](https://tridec.org/manage-listings/)
- [Listing Form](https://tridec.org/listing-form/)
- [User Dashboard](https://tridec.org/user-dashboard/)
- [User Listings](https://tridec.org/user-listings/)
- [Search Listings](https://tridec.org/search-listings/)
- [Listing Category](https://tridec.org/listing-category/)
- [Listing Categories](https://tridec.org/listing-categories/)
- [Listing Location](https://tridec.org/listing-location/)
- [Listing Locations](https://tridec.org/listing-locations/)
- [Listings](https://tridec.org/listings/)
- [Directory Test Page](https://tridec.org/directory-test-page/)
- [Password Reset](https://tridec.org/password-reset/)
- [Account](https://tridec.org/account/)
- [Logout](https://tridec.org/logout/)
- [Members](https://tridec.org/members/)
- [Register](https://tridec.org/register/)
- [Login](https://tridec.org/login/)
- [User](https://tridec.org/user/)
- [test](https://tridec.org/test/)
- [Track your order](https://tridec.org/order-tracking/)
- [Checkout](https://tridec.org/checkout/)
- [Cart](https://tridec.org/cart/)
- [Shop](https://tridec.org/shop/)
- [Food Processing & Agribusiness Industry](https://tridec.org/food-processing-agribusiness-industry/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] With 35,900 farms and 15 million acres of farmland, Washington State is known all over the world for its agricultural products and food production capabilities.
- [Mid-Columbia Sustainability](https://tridec.org/energy-industry/mid-columbia-sustainability/)
- [Mid-Columbia Energy Initiative](https://tridec.org/energy-industry/mid-columbia-energy-initiative/)
- [Energy Industry](https://tridec.org/energy-industry/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="energyindustry"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] The Tri-Cities MSA is especially attractive to successful, expanding companies looking to locate branch operations and develop new facilities.
- [Logistics, Warehouse, and Distribution Industry](https://tridec.org/logistics-warehouse-and-distribution-industry/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="logisticswarehouse"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text] Over 18 million people live within five-hundred miles of the Tri-Cities, spending over $176 billion on retail merchandise.
- [Our Policies](https://tridec.org/policy-page/): The Tri-City Development Council (TRIDEC) collects and stores information that you voluntarily provide via email, through the website, or other direct contact from you.
- [WebLink Wide Template 1](https://tridec.org/weblink-wide-template-1/)
- [WebLink Narrow Template](https://tridec.org/weblink-narrow-template-1/)
- [Cost of Living](https://tridec.org/cost-of-living/)
- [Education](https://tridec.org/education-data/)
- [Healthcare](https://tridec.org/healthcare-data/)
- [Housing](https://tridec.org/housing-2/)
- [PDF Merge Test](https://tridec.org/pdf-merge-test/): Once you've selected the PDFs you'd like to download, hit the "Create!" button and your download will begin automatically.
- [Major Employers](https://tridec.org/major-employers/)
- [Workforce](https://tridec.org/workforce/)
- [Housing](https://tridec.org/housing/)
- [Business Directory](https://tridec.org/business-directory/): The TRIDEC site is currently undergoing updates. Our membership directory will be back soon! Thanks for your patience.
- [Try Tri-Cities](https://tridec.org/try-tri-cities/): Put an exclamation point on your business! This is the way we do business in the Tri-Cities.
- [Board of Directors](https://tridec.org/about/board-of-directors/)
- [Our Staff](https://tridec.org/about/our-staff/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] The staff at TRIDEC works hard for our community every day.
- [About TRIDEC](https://tridec.org/about/about-tridec/): It is the mission of TRIDEC to improve the economic health of the Tri-Cities area.
- [Events](https://tridec.org/events/)
- [Member Investor Application](https://tridec.org/member-investor-application/): More information coming soon.
- [Join TRIDEC](https://tridec.org/join-tridec/): TRIDEC takes focused actions to promote a higher standard of living and quality of life for Benton and Franklin counties.
- [Member Investor Directory](https://tridec.org/member-investor-directory/)
- [Community Partner Links](https://tridec.org/community-partner-links/)
- [Emerging Professionals of Tri-Cities](https://tridec.org/emerging-professionals-of-tri-cities/)
- [Rankings & Accolades DISABLED](https://tridec.org/rankings-accolades-disabled/): #1 “Top 10 U.S.
- [Climate & Geography](https://tridec.org/climate-geography/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="climate"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Climate Since Washington is known as the "Evergreen State," many view it as a land of forests and gentle rains.
- [Explore the Brighter, Louder, Bolder Tri-Cities](https://tridec.org/explore-the-brighter-louder-bolder-tri-cities/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="explore"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Visitors to the Tri-Cities will find outdoor adventures for all ages.
- [WSU Tri-Cities](https://tridec.org/education/wsu-tri-cities/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="wsu"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Amazing things are accomplished when community partners and Washington State University Tri-Cities come together, turning our collective vision toward student-centered education and the greater needs of the region.
- [Columbia Basin College](https://tridec.org/education/columbia-basin-college/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="cbc"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Columbia Basin College has been serving the Benton-Franklin community for 60 years as a higher education conduit to a bright future for its students and their families.
- [Education](https://tridec.org/education/): Tri-Cities supports its highly educated population with a large variety of educational opportunities.
- [Trios Health](https://tridec.org/healthcare/trios-health/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="trios"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Where we grow from here.
- [Lourdes Health Network](https://tridec.org/healthcare/lourdes-health-network/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="lourdes"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] For nearly 100 years Lourdes Health Network has been focused on providing an unparalleled patient experience and quality health care to all who enter their doors.
- [Kadlec Regional Medical Center](https://tridec.org/healthcare/kadlec-regional-medical-center/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="healthcare-tricities"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Kadlec Regional Medical Center is proud to celebrate more than 70 years of caring for the region.
- [Healthcare](https://tridec.org/healthcare/): The Tri-Cities region serves as the healthcare hub of Eastern Washington with four hospitals that provide a full array of health care services to residents including 24-hour emergency room care, family birthing centers, a neo-natal intensive care unit, state of the art imaging capabilities, and rehabilitation and counseling services.
- [Community Fact Sheet](https://tridec.org/community-fact-sheet/)
- [Port of Benton](https://tridec.org/port-of-benton/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="port-benton"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Port districts were created to promote economic development within their districts.
- [Port of Pasco](https://tridec.org/port-of-pasco/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="port-pasco"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Creating a Vibrant Economy The mission of a port district is to develop the economy within its geographic boundaries.
- [Port of Kennewick](https://tridec.org/port-of-kennewick/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="port-of-kennewick"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] When the port was formed back in 1915, it was the first port in eastern Washington and only the fifth port district in the entire state.
- [Connell](https://tridec.org/connell/): Connell has grown significantly in population during the last ten years and is well-positioned to take advantage of opportunities for additional growth well into the future.
- [Prosser](https://tridec.org/prosser/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="prosser"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Prosser, dubbed the birthplace of the Washington wine industry, is located at the far western corner of Benton County just 35 miles from the Tri-Cities.
- [West Richland](https://tridec.org/west-richland/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="westrichland"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Quality of life in West Richland is unrivaled: we enjoy breathtaking panoramic views, excellent neighborhoods, a first-rate school system, and a relaxed lifestyle.
- [Richland](https://tridec.org/richland/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern"][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="richland"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] Richland, with a population of nearly 61,000 is highly educated and enjoys the third highest per capita income levels in Washington State.
- [Pasco](https://tridec.org/pasco/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="pasco"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] The City of Pasco is a great place to live, work or play.
- [Kennewick](https://tridec.org/kennewick/): [vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][rev_slider_vc alias="city-kennewick"][vc_empty_space height="50px"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="grid" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index=""][vc_column][vc_column_text] The Tri-Cities largest community, Kennewick covers 25 square miles and features a solid, growing economy supported by retail trade, services, light industry, and food processing.

## Products

- [62nd Annual Meeting Luncheon: Driving Innovation](https://tridec.org/shop/62nd-annual-meeting-luncheon-driving-innovation/)


[comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)