Seattle has a tremendous tradtion of being a great home for industrial businesses and family wage jobs. Seattle First is our effort to make sure Seattle remains the first location of choice for these businsesses.

What is Seattle First?

A proactive program to retain and strengthen Seattle's Industrial Community.

The goal of Seattle First is to provide practical problem-solving services for industrial businesses facing challenges with governmental regulations or relocations. The program was designed by industrial business managers and owners. Service includes free access to a team of trouble-shooters from the private and public sector. In addition to problem-solving, Seattle First helps businesses tap into dozens of free and low cost services that are available to Seattle Industrial firms. "The goal is to make sure the program remains relevant to the daily needs of the business community," says Manufacturing Industrial Council Executive Director Dave Gering.

Troubleshooting

Seattle First connects business with government troubleshooters assigned to help solve problems. We'll help keep small problems from growing!

REGULATIONS:

Fire/Police /Ground Water

Labor & Industries

Environmental

CITY SERVICES:

Parking/Right of Way

Permitting

Public Safety

TRANSPORTATION SOLUTIONS:

Freight Mobility