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Bothell staff present Economic Vitality Plan themes: small-business support, bioscience hub and vibrant districts
Summary
In a Feb. 4 study session staff and consultant Eco Northwest presented draft themes for Bothell's Economic Vitality Plan focused on strengthening small businesses, building on life-sciences/manufacturing strengths, and activating neighborhood districts. Staff will return in spring with specific actions tied to each theme.
City economic-development staff and consultant Eco Northwest briefed the Bothell City Council on draft themes for an Economic Vitality Plan and requested council feedback at a Feb. 4 study session.
Economic Development Coordinator Ashish Choshi and Deputy City Manager Tony Call summarized nine months of outreach, including a citywide business survey (about a 10% response rate), targeted interviews with employers and analysis of employment patterns. Staff said Bothell's economy is regionally integrated and noted a high concentration (relative location quotient) in professional,…
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