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Lisa M. Christopher
Camas, WA 98607
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"The further back you look, the further forward you can see." Winston Churchill
Subject: Downtown Camas September 2010 Newsletter
From: gocamas@gmail.com
To: lmchristopher@hotmail.com
Date: Thu, 16 Sep 2010 22:44:51 -0400
Message body Riverview Community Bank and DCA both win thanks to state Main Street tax program Riverview Community Bank is the first Downtown Camas business to take advantage of a state program that generates money for the Downtown Camas As- sociation while earning a tax credit for the bank. Riverview recently contributed $45,000 to the nonprofit DCA as part of the Washington's Main Street Business & Occupancy (B&O) Tax Credit Program. The program allows businesses that pay B&O taxes online to donate a portion of their funds directly to Main Street programs in specific cities.
"Almost 90 years ago, Riverview was founded in Camas and we are deeply committed to our roots here," said Ron Wysaske, Riverview president. "We support the DCA's efforts in revitalizing the Downtown core, while preserving the historical charm and beauty of Camas. We believe the DCA is making a difference and encourage other local businesses to lend their support."
The bank was eligible to direct the money to the nonprofit Downtown Camas Association and earned a 75 percent tax credit - allowing their tax dollars to work in the Camas community.
The state program allows the nonprofit DCA to generate up to $133,000 from the tax incentive program to grow the Downtown business community.
If you pay your B&O taxes online, your business could be eligible for a tax credit, too. Call the DCA, 360-561-0600, for more information.
Editor's Note: DCA Board President Caroline Mercury, Camas Mayor Paul Dennis and Riverview Bank President Ron Wysaske are pictured. Third Annual Farm to Table Gala
benefits Camas Farmer's Market Celebrate the harvest with good food and Downtown Camas restaurants. Join us for the perfect hybrid of both at the Farm to Table Gala 6 p.m. Saturday, Se pt 25, at Farside Farms. Karen Lasher from Downtown Camas' Around the Table restaurant will prepare the dinner entree using fresh, local ingredients. Appetizers will be served by other participating Downtown restaurants. Tickets are $50; a portion of your ticket is tax deductible. Proceeds benefit the Camas Farmer's Market; check the website to order your tickets. The mission of the market is to support local farms, teach skills for seasonal, healthy eating, and bring local and sustainable foods to our community. The gala is a great opportunity to nuture and grow your market while enjoying fine food and good company.
|  . Farm to Table Gala Saturday, Sept. 25, at Farside Farms. See accompanying article. First Friday, Oct. 1 Join us 5-8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1, for the Pumpkin Pageant when you vote for the best pumpkin carving; some will be crafted by art teacher Gina Mariotti Shapard's Camas High School students. Participating merchants will compete. Lacamas Community Credit Union also will serve carrot cake and warm apple cider and feature a country blue grass band. Boo Bash - Oct. 27 Downtown Camas will be swarming with ghosts and goblins at the annual Boo Bash 3-5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 27. Come in costume and trick-or-treat our Downtown restaurants, merchants and services. Happy Halloween! First Friday, Nov. 5 Warm yourself by sampling a variety of Downtown Camas merchants' culinary delights with Favorite Recipes from Downtown 5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5.  New faces in Downtown Shopping, dining and visiting Downtown Camas just got a little sweeter. Here's a list of new businesses in Downtown Camas!
Elida Art Studio and Gallery, 421 Cedar St., Hollypops candy store, 426 Cedar St.;
A Driving School, 428 NE Fourth Ave. and; (coming soon) Birch Street Bistro, stay tuned for details. | |
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