Business Resources
USDA Rural Development
USDA Rural Development’s Business & Cooperative builds cooperative financial partnerships with rural Oregonians. Their staff administers a variety of Federal loan guarantee, direct loan, and grant programs designed to create and retain jobs, support business and cooperative development, and promote sustainable economic progress in Oregon’s rural communities.
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Industrial Land & Building
Located less than 50 miles south of Portland, the Mid-Willamette Valley is a dynamic location for business expansion and relocation. The areas cost competitive sites, close to major population centers in the Northwest have access to a well-trained labor force, enterprise zones and pro-business city governments. read more »
SEDCOR Programs
SEDCOR Construction Alliance
The SEDCOR Construction Alliance is dedicated to serving the needs of developers, companies and investors involved in the Mid-Willamette Valley's construction industries; through providing value-added construction services by creating a successful partnership network. Training and education promote best practices and improves competitive opportunities. read more »
Regional Data, Demographics
& Community Profiles
Marion and Polk Counties lies along the western side of the northern part of the Cascade Mountain Range. The climate of the Valley is relatively mild throughout the year, characterized by cool, wet winters and warm, dry summers.
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Oregon has NO sales tax!
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SEDCOR Events
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SEDCOR Construction Alliance – December Meeting
Next Meeting Tuesday – December 4, 2012 at 8:00 am Chemeketa Center for Business & Industry 626 High Street NE Salem, OR 97301 For more … read more »
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Economic Business Forum – December 13, 2012
Thursday, December 13, 2012 Willamette Heritage Center at the Mill 1313 Mill Street SE - Salem, OR 12:00 – 1:30 pm Event information and registration coming … read more »
Events
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NABCEP Solar Heating Entry Level Training & Examination
32-HOUR WORKSHOP OBJECTIVES: Conducting a site analysis, including load analysis Identifying SH safety practices, standards, codes and certifications Identifying systems for specific climates and applications Identifying … read more »
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Mt. Angel Hazelnut Fest and Kristkindle Markt
Mt. Angel Hosts Oregon’s Premier Hazelnut Festival MT. ANGEL, Ore. — Mt. Angel Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the first annual Mt. Angel Hazelnut Fest. … read more »
News
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United Way Opens Grant Application Process
SALEM, OR (November 1, 2012) – Effective today, the United Way of the Mid-Willamette Valley is accepting grant applications for their 2013/15 funding cycle. The … read more »
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Oregon Garden Foundation Add Development Director
November 8, 2012 — SALEM — The Oregon Garden Foundation is pleased to announce that they have contracted with Karin Holton of Crescendo Marketing LLC … read more »