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Columbia Pacific
Distance: 12.1 Mi330 Pioneer Ave W
98563 Montesano -
Lewis County Economic Devmnt
Distance: 46.2 Mi1611 N National Ave
98532-2212 Chehalis -
Port of Chehalis
Distance: 49.3 Mi222A Downie Rd
98532-8762 Chehalis -
Cowlitz Economic Development Council
Distance: 71.8 Mi1452 Hudson St # 208
98632 Longview -
Bainbridge Leadership Center
Distance: 77.4 Mi321 High School Rd Ne Ste D3
98110 Bainbridge Island
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Description
As the fifties drew to a close it became evident that many of the issues evolving in Grays Harbor were not isolated within the limits of a single city, district, or agency. Local leaders looked for a way to address these multi-jurisdictional issues in a neutral forum, beneficial to all participants. Subsequently, the Grays Harbor Regional Planning Commission (GHRPC) was founded in 1960. The Agency was formed under the Planning Enabling Act of 1959, as amended, Section 36.70 R.C.W. The initial agreement was signed on February 18, 1960, and the first formal meeting was held on March 24, 1960. The Agency was, and still remains, based on a consortium of members representing the interests and needs of local governments, districts, and organizations within the boundaries of Grays Harbor County. The goal of their combined efforts is to protect and enhance the economy, environment, and quality of life in Grays Harbor. In 2000 our members reassessed the function of the organization and the role it held in local government. It was agreed that a name change would more appropriately reflect the purpose of the organization. Therefore, in February of 2000, the name of the Agency was officially changed to the Grays Harbor Council of Governments.