Explore recent development and growth in Siskiyou County
Siskiyou Telephone recently announced its designation as the first Smart Rural Community℠ provider in California, a program developed and driven by the NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association, to promote and encourage high-speed broadband development in rural areas.
Read MoreClients will have access not only to their current local advisors, but also to the larger network of advisors serving the whole region.
Read MoreThe Siskiyou EDC will bring the world-renowned Ranching for Profit Workshop Series to Yreka for the first time ever.
Read MoreThe Siskiyou EDC assisted the City of Yreka with the preparation and planning of a two-day Recreation Economies for Rural Communities (RERC) workshop on June 23rd and 24th. The planning and workshop focused on Outdoor Recreation opportunities with potential to contribute to the livelihood of Yreka’s economy, including support of small businesses, tourism and workforce attraction.
Read MoreOur team joined a fleet of expertise for last week's North State Planning and Development Collective Annual Economic Forecast Conference. The focus of conversation centered around climate, drought, and the impacts felt within the agriculture industry.
Read MoreIt's the end of the year, and we're reflecting on the innovation and impact of our work. Catch some of our major milestone moments of 2022.
Read MoreThe Discover Siskiyou team shares exceptional monthly recaps featuring recent marketing campaigns which drive overnight stays in Siskiyou County lodging properties. Take a moment to Discover Siskiyou through the lens of their work.
Read MoreThe Siskiyou EDC is using newly available funding to create agriculture programs to help Siskiyou ag producers solve problems and reach new market opportunities.
Read MoreThe Siskiyou Climate Collaborative Program will receive $1.5 million to aid in the development and implementation of a Climate Resiliency Plan in Siskiyou County. Each partner in the Collaborative, along with other stakeholders and community members, will play a vital role in building the Climate Resiliency Plan and help create informed strategies around the climate challenges affecting Siskiyou County.
Read MoreSiskiyou Economic Development is working to build a resilient and prosperous future for our farms and ranches. We are proud to be among the 36 awardees for the FY 2022 Regional Food System Partnership-- This important funding will strengthen local connections between large-scale buyers and our small farms.
Read MoreThe Siskiyou EDC held its annual Economic Summit in November, featuring speakers, insight and for Siskiyou County leaders and communities. Replay the full program here.
Read MorePlanning and expertise made possible by the US EPA will bring together local leaders, outdoor recreation professionals, and tourism experts to develop initiatives and strategies to attract businesses, engage residents, and invite tourists, to Yreka, through the lens of Siskiyou County’s robust outdoor recreation economy, in every direction.
Read MoreCalifornia's tourism industry reunited in-person in February, for the 2022 Outlook Forum. Siskiyou EDC Executive Director, Tonya Dowse was invited to speak on the forum’s main stage.
Read MoreThe California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA) recently announced the Siskiyou EDC as one of ten grant recipients for the Inclusive Innovation Hub (iHub2) program. The Siskiyou Center will provide agriculture, outdoor tourism and renewable energy businesses with new and expanded access to programs, expertise, research, and innovation.
Read MoreSiskiyou Economic Development is proud to announce that it has been renewed as a Small Business Development Center for at least five more years.
Read MoreThe 2021 Regional Resiliency Plan serves as a working guide to help businesses, industries, elected officials, and economic leaders leverage long-term strategies to strengthen and benefit our communities and businesses.
Read MoreDiscover Siskiyou is actively working with Leave No Trace and the Siskiyou Outdoor Recreation Alliance (SORA) on co-branded campaigns to introduce the message of responsible recreation within our region. Though these efforts were sparked by the pandemic, the push for responsible recreation in Siskiyou County will remain for years to come.
Read MoreSiskiyou County is the headquarters for an impressive caliber of industry and businesses located in California. Expect a personal community, a less stressful driving experience, clean air quality and a bustling local food economy. Practical advantages to locating in Siskiyou include…
Read MoreThe Siskiyou EDC encouraged local jurisdictions to combine efforts and apply for $900,000 in CDBG CV Business Assistance funds to benefit moderate and low income businesses starting in 2021. Funding is now available to Siskiyou County businesses with unrecovered losses from COVID-19 impacts.
Read MoreThe Siskiyou EDC and the City of Yreka recently secured $250,000 in CDBG funds for architectural plans and permitting. This planning stage is an important first step to revitalize the building as a performing asset for the economy and community of Yreka.
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