Economic development presenter summarizes wins and asks for a modest budget bump
The county's economic growth partnership briefed commissioners on business retention, workforce ties and a new small-business grant program; presenters outlined 41 site leads and asked the council to consider a small increase to sustain operations.
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At a Washington County budget hearing, the Economic Growth Partnership highlighted efforts to retain and expand local businesses and requested a modest budget increase to maintain momentum. The presenter said the partnership has worked with employers and workforce groups and has launched a small business grant program providing awards up to $2,000 for equipment, repairs and property improvements.
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