Written by:
Aubrey White, EDA Promotions Committee Member
Category: Get Involved
Meet the Intern: Katie
Written by:
Katie, EDA Intern
My name is Katie, and I am a Senior at Central Washington University currently pursuing my degree in Public Relations. Originally from Kent, WA, I transferred from Green River Community College as a junior to complete my degree. At first, I was unsure of my decision to live in such a small town, but the people and charm turned my views around, and I am pleased to say I have fallen in love with the town of Ellensburg.
Sounds too Good to be True
Written by:
Carolyn Honeycutt, Executive Director
Businesses pay taxes. It’s part of doing business. But how many get a say in what happens with that money once it goes to Olympia? The EDA can help you bring 75% of your excise taxes back to Ellensburg. Read on.
Multiple Ways to Give Back: Partner with Your Downtown
Written By: Michele Bucklin, EDA Board Member
Do you wish you had more time?
This statement is a dilemma for most of us. Most everyone is passionate about downtown … beautiful planters, bike racks, benches, and of course wonderful events… just to name a few!
Fulfill Your Civic Duty at the Local Level
Written By:
Greg Parker, EDA Board Member, Iron Horse Brewery
Everyone has their own introduction to the EDA. I would assume that most introductions come through what I would call the front end; seeing the lighting projects, trash cans, bike racks, flowers etc. and at some point connect the dots that the Ellensburg Downtown Association is responsible for them. That was not my experience.
Stop and Smell the Roses
Written by:
Amy Kaiser- EDA Board Member and Design Committee Chair, Chamber of Commerce
Volunteering: It’s Good for the Soul
Written by:
Dana Lind- EDA Board Member, City of Ellensburg
“I’m really busy, can’t you ask someone else?”
“I paid $30 bucks for my kid to join, what else do you want?”
“What’s in it for me?”
“Why should I help?”