An Action Plan For Republic

Focus on improving the business atmosphere of the community
After the community survey our community decided that they would really like to see our businesses development improve and tourism become stronger.

HOW WILL THIS ADDRESS POVERTY?

By assisting the local businesses already in existence we will help create an atmosphere that encourages entrepreneurs and small business development, expansion and retention opportunities.
Through this project we will work to assist existing small and local businesses and consequently reduce poverty within the community.

Our community is trying to improve our local economy with improving tourism and providing trainings for our community members.

POTENTIAL PARTNERS:
Tri-County Economic Development District
Small Business Revitalization Assistant
Ferry County
Republic City Council
Shop the Frontier

ACTION STEPS:
Partnerships with the Recreation and Tourism Coordinator and the Small business Revitalization Assistant are working on new ways to promote local business and to make Republic and the surrounding communities more welcoming to visitors. They have done this by working on making information more accessible to the Visitor.

Other Partnerships working on:
Preserve America Application for Federal
Status and Funds
Historic Preservation Ordinance
Travel Guide
County Map
Updating Events
Report citing all the economic benefits of a strong Tourism Industry
Creating a business directory with up-to-date information
Map/Brochure Hybrid
Coupon Books
Business consultant
Signage
Business Spotlight Articles

Complex Trauma Training

Social service organizations from all over Ferry and Stevens County came together to learn how complex trauma effects our children, families and our community. More than 60 participants attended representing, Educators, Counselors, CASA workers, Foster parents, CPS, Domestic violence service providers and Job Corp. counselors. The training Natalie Turner presented was fantastic.

Helping Children Learn Training

Complex trauma and adverse childhood experiences are affecting
our children and have a direct correlation to involvement in crime,
drug and alcohol abuse, and abusive relationships. This training will
help educate our community on the issue, as well as start laying the
foundation for a proactive response. It has an immediate relevance to early
learning, K-12, juvenile justice, health care, child protection, substance
abuse, communities, and citizens concerned about protecting children.
Free training for: Educators, School Administrators, School Counselors,
Early Childhood Providers, Juvenile Court Professionals, Mental Health
Professionals, Judges, Public Health Professionals, Chemical Dependency
Professionals, Parents, Guardians, Foster Parents, Community Organizers,
Child Welfare Providers, Healthcare Professionals, Law Enforcement,
Domestic Violence Service Providers, Advocates, Faith Community, Political
Leaders, Philanthropic Community, and Corporate Business Leaders.
What is complex trauma? Exposure to an environment marked
by multiple and chronic stressors, most often within a caregiving system
that is intended to be the child’s primary source of safety and stability.
Complex trauma: exposure to an environment marked by multiple
and chronic stressors, most often within a caregiving system that
is intended to be the child’s primary source of safety and stability.


June 30, 2008
10:00 am to 3 pm
Morris Merry-Go-Round Pavilion
Ferry County Fairgrounds
14 Lawson Way
Republic, WA
Preregister by June 23 with:
Krisan LeHew
509.690.8400
krisan@wsu.edu
Lunch will be provided. Please Lunch will be provided. Please
specify any dietary restrictions and specify any dietary restrictions and
request gas cards and child care request gas cards and child care
reimbursement upon registration.reimbursement upon registration.
This workshop is funded through This workshop is funded through
the Northwest Area Foundation and the Northwest Area Foundation and
WSU Extension.WSU Extension.
Continuing Education Credits and Clock Hours will be available.
Trainer: Natalie Turner, MS LMHC
Natalie Turner is a Research Associate for the Area Health Edu-
cation Center of Eastern Washington at WSU Spokane. She
received her undergraduate degree in Psychology from the
University of Washington and her graduate degree in Clinical
Psychology from Eastern Washington University; she is also a
Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Washington.
Areas of specialization include Mental Health, K-12 Education,
Family Violence and Complex Trauma. Current projects include
responsibilities as evaluator for the Washington State Readiness
to Learn Program and trainer for issues related to Complex Trauma throughout
Washington State.

CONNECTIONS HOSTING JUAREZ PHOTO EXHIBIT AT THE NORTHERN INN

The Juarez photo exhibit will be at the Northern Inn meeting room on April 2, 2008, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM; there is no charge to attend the exhibition.

Since 1993, over 400 women and girls have been found murdered in the areas of Juarez and Chihuahua Mexico. This exhibit was created by Amnesty International USA and the families of the victims in their search for justice and to help raise awareness about these crimes. April is nationally recognized at Sexual Assault Awareness Month; questions please call 775-3331.