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“Pasco Chamber of Commerce – 110th Anniversary”
April 15, 2022
WHEREAS, this year marks the 110th Anniversary of the Pasco Chamber of Commerce; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce, established April 15, 1912, serves as the “front door” for tens of
thousands of individuals and businesses. From business to agriculture to education, the Chamber is a major supporter of the
greater Pasco area; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Pasco Chamber of Commerce is to foster a vibrant local business environment and to
enhance the quality of life in our region; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce works with businesses and industry to advance the civic, economic,
industrial, professional, and cultural life of the greater Pasco area; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce is supported by the financial and volunteer resources of businesses
located and operating in and around the community; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce works to promote the region's business community through information
resources and networking opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce advocates on behalf of the agriculture community through addressing
various issues because of the impact that the ag industry makes on the region; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce advocates on preserving the region’s hydropower system for clean, fish
friendly & carbon free energy and economic development it provides to the Northwest; and
WHEREAS, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce advocates for local businesses and empowers entrepreneurs, while
keeping Pasco’s rich history and cultural diversity at the forefront.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that I, Blanche Barajas, Mayor of the City of Pasco, Washington,
recognize the contributions and service to the community for 110 years by the Pasco Chamber of Commerce toward
improving the community’s quality of life and encourage all residents to support local industries within this great
community.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Official Seal of the City of Pasco, State of
Washington, to be affixed this 18th day of April 2022.
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Blanche Barajas, Mayor
City of Pasco