Economic Vitality
By the end of 2026, there will have been over $300M in private and public investment within and surrounding the district. There will be over 150 long-term residential units within the district and 50 new long-term residential units within three blocks of the district. The average number of vacant street level storefronts in the district will decrease to less than five (5) per year.
Strategy 3A – Create a vibrant business climate in the district consisting of an optimal business/service mix based on analysis, entrepreneurship mechanisms, and coordination with government officials on actions that will support reaching vacancy goals.
Action Plan 3A-1
Before June 2022, the Economic Vitality Team will complete a district service/product/attraction gap analysis, rental and property sales evaluation, and prioritization of the top five (5) business opportunities (gaps) including a general prospectus.
Action Plan 3A-2
Beginning in 2021, the Economic Vitality Team will begin to engage property owners through communications, surveys and gatherings to establish the primary challenges and opportunities in the rental market and outcomes of Action Plan 3A-1.
Action Plan 3A-3
Beginning in 2022, work with the Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce to produce twice annual entrepreneurship and business startup workshops that target district vacant properties.
Action Plan 3A-4
Beginning in 2022, the Economic Vitality Team, in partnership with the Port Angeles Farmers Market, will create an action plan to create a pipeline that strengthens the number and quality of small businesses in the district by moving prospects into district storefronts.
Strategy 3B – Focus effort, support, and coordination for the development of 200 residential units in and near the district to reinforce a 24-hour living neighborhood.
Action Plan 3B-1
Beginning in 2021, the Economic Vitality Team will establish a supportive relationship with the Anian Shores project to advocate, maintain current status, and assist when requested.
Action Plan 3B-2
In 2022, the Economic Vitality Team in coordination with the City of Port Angeles, will conduct a district residential analysis for current units and identify challenges and opportunities for new residential development.
Action Plan 3B-3
In 2022, the Economic Vitality Team will coordinate with the City of Port Angeles to make zoning adjustment recommendations that will incentivize new housing development opportunities within three blocks of the district.
Action Plan 3B-4
Before 2023, develop a partnership with the Peninsula Housing Authority to engage their district tenants and launch “The Lee Brigade,” to achieve specific actions and strategies of this plan.
Strategy 3C – Beginning in 2022, package, coordinate and assist in the advertisement and strategic deployment of current and new finance resources and incentives.
Action Plan 3C-1
In 2022, the Economic Vitality Team will initiate a targeted marketing and deployment strategy for the City of Port Angeles Façade and Sign Improvement Program.
Action Plan 3C-2
In 2022, in partner with the Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce to complete a finance resources analysis and launch a program linking ten (10) new and existing businesses with the funding sources by the end of 2023.
Action Plan 3C-3
Starting in 2022, the Economic Vitality Team will work with the City of Port Angeles, Clallam County, and other stakeholders to identify and submit annually a minimum of two (2) grant applications in support of the Strategy Action Plan.
Action Plan 3C-4
In 2022, the Economic Vitality Team in partnership with the City of Port Angeles will research, analyze and develop an enforcement and incentive program to address long term vacant and derelict properties.
Strategy 3D – Starting in 2021, provide resilient support for existing and new cornerstone attractions and infrastructure which will fortify the vision and success of the district and overall community.
Action Plan 3D-1
Beginning in 2021, the Economic Vitality Team will be an active supporter to achieve the vision and goals of the Hollywood Beach Seaplane Authority, Field Arts and Events Hall, Lincoln Theatre, Lower Elwha Cultural Center, Marine Discovery Center.
Action Plan 3D-2
Beginning in 2022, the Economic Vitality Team will create a trusted relationship with the Blackball Ferry Line to establish a set of short- and long-term priorities with timelines for completion.
Action Plan 3D-3
Beginning in 2022, the Economic Vitality Team, in coordination with the Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce, will convene twice annually the major project stakeholders in the district to enable communication and identify priority actions to support their efforts.
Action Plan 3D-4
In 2022, complete with the City of Port Angeles a plan to design, fund and construct the Phase III Waterfront Development.