The CHILDCARE CRISIS is real across the nation and in our area. Your input is required to address this real concern in White Salmon and throughout the county. Calling for families, parents , caregivers and the community to join in the Childcare discussion. Childcare is Infrastructure. Let’s Build it! Wednesday, November 9, 2022 at 5:30pm on Zoom or in person. "A childcare needs assessment for Klickitat County last year found that licensed childcare availability only meets the needs of approximately 15 percent (144 children) of children under six whose parents are in the workforce and need care. The 98672 zip code, which includes White Salmon, has an even lower estimated met need. Join us online Wednesday Nov. 9 at 5:30pm to discuss childcare challenges and how we can all work together to find better solutions. Hear what is already underway and ideas that are being explored."
A childcare needs assessment for Klickitat County last year found that licensed childcare availability only meets the needs of approximately 15 percent (144 children) of children under six whose parents are in the workforce and need care. The 98672 zipcode, which includes White Salmon, has an even lower estimated met need. Join us online Wednesday Nov. 9 at 5:30pm to discuss childcare challenges and how we can all work together to find better solutions. Hear what is already underway and ideas that are being explored.
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**What is Let's Talk, White Salmon?**
A monthly(ish) online forum that allows residents of White Salmon and surrounding areas to have productive discussions about the future we want to build for our community.
**Why did we launch it?**
-- WHITE SALMON COMMUNITY MEMBERS ARE PASSIONATE about this very special city. We all want to ensure that residents, council members, and city staff are making the best decisions for our collective future. Let’s harness that energy for productive discussion and translate it to action.
-- TO BREAK DOWN BARRIERS. We all want the best for our city, but we all bring differing perspectives about what that can look like. This diversity of viewpoints can be a great thing, but only if we can all share our ideas, listen to and respect each other, and ensure we have a solid understanding of key issues.
-- TO CREATE A DIALOGUE. Even with City meetings moving online, it can be difficult for many residents to attend the meetings, stay informed, and weigh in on City happenings. We hope a more casual, conversational format will feel welcoming and help open up an ongoing dialogue between city leaders/staff and community members.