Economic Development Board

Meetings

  • 7:30 am
  • 3rd Friday of every month
  • Meetings are held in person in the City Hall conference room, 10220 270th ST NW Stanwood, WA 98292 

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.

View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes

Members

Board MemberAffiliationTerm
Les Anderson - 
Chair		Idler’s Car Show2 Year
2023-2024 
Randy HeagleWindermere Real Estate2 Year
2022-2023 
VACANT
2 Year
2023 - 2024 
David PelletierPelletier and Schaar Architects2 Year
2022 to 2023
John RussellThe UPS Store2 Year
2023 - 2024 
Kristine Birkenkopf - 
Vice Chair		SAAL Brewing Co.2 Year
2022 to 2023
Ashley PalmerFlora & Fauna2 Year
2022-2023

Board members are appointed by the Mayor with Council approval and are made up of seven voting members. Members represent the business community within the boundaries of the Stanwood/Camano School District and serve staggered terms.

VACANCY

The City of Stanwood is seeking interested applicants to fill a two-year term position currently vacant for the 2023-2024 term. Stanwood/Camano business owners are invited to submit their Letter of Interest for the 2023 Economic Development Board Vacancy.

APPLY ONLINE



Overview

The Economic Development Board was established by Resolution 2014-04 (PDF) to provide a voice on issues such as economic development incentives, tourism, special events, and support for local businesses. The Board’s responsibilities include:

  • Provide a communication link between the City and the business community.
  • Advise the City on implementation of the Economic Development Work Program.
  • Advise the City on a business perspective on a range of policy issues such as capital planning, zoning amendments, and land use policy plans.
  • Advise the City on grant applications for:
    • Small capital projects grants benefiting Stanwood Downtown
    • Special events grants that benefit Stanwood