Economic Development & Tourism

Community and Economic Development Grant Program

Solicitation Guide

Grant Application *Spring Cycle Applications are due on Friday, April 3rd, 2026*

Final Report

The Benefits of Locating Your Project in Umatilla County

Umatilla County is the right place for your business to grow. With a prime location at the hub of transportation and utilities in the Pacific Northwest, an economic development team to help navigate available tax incentives, and unmatched quality of life in our welcoming communities and spacious outdoors, we're confident there's a perfect fit for you.

We'll find a development option that works
- Our economic development team knows how to work within Oregon's tax and regulatory process to successfully site businesses. The Strategic Investment Program (SIP) and the Enterprise Zone Tax Abatement Programs are two tools that can work for you.
We have strong relationships with our partners
- Our growing cities and locally-owned utilities are our most valuable allies, and we work closely to make sure businesses have the right resources to succeed.
We offer superb quality of life
- Premier hiking, hunting, fishing, skiing, and water sport activities are right in our backyard - and with a wide selection of wineries, breweries, and restaurants, we offer authentic food-to-plate experiences year-round.

Direct access to interstates, rail lines, Columbia River ports, and regional airports
1,000+ acres plugged in and ready to develop
Access to a diverse and trained local workforce
Tax incentives and a dedicated county team
Partnerships with cities, tribes, and utilities
No sales tax in the state of Oregon
History of success with food processing, data centers, renewable energy, distribution, and more!