Be prepared

We've had a rash of car prowls as of late. Usually common sense is the best prevention when it comes to this type of crime. Simply put, don't have anything in plain sight. If you can't take it with you, put it in the trunk. That usually does the job unless they want the whole vehicle. Keep your car locked at all time not in use. If you have a car bar, use it.

Graffiti, another form of criminal activity, seems to be missing from most businesses here. A few favorite sites get tagged fairly regularly but for the most part we're in pretty good shape. Thanks to all of you who keep your buildings free of this ugly stuff. Keep it up.

If you missed our meeting online last month "Options For Energy Efficient Business" presented by ECOSS, click here to view the presentation. As a business owner, you need to do this since it has all the rules and regulations regarding green for business matters complete with bottom line results.

HOMELESSNESS IS A PROBLEM

Here's what is needed. Every time you see a congregation of homeless near your business, CALL 911 immediately and report it. The more calls they get, the more police presence will result. These calls are cataloged and their patrol activity is based on areas where there are the most calls. I realize this can be a problem each time but that is what it will take to possibly resolve the problem, which plagues the entire SODO area.

SODO Clean-up

Friday, July 16, 9 AM - 3 PM at the Starbucks Center, Center plaza, 2401 Utah Ave. S. Major area cleanup. Plan to be there if you can. Notify your employees too. We need as many volunteers as possible to clean up SODO, all of it. More to come.

Options for energy efficient business expansion. Presented by ECOSS

Sodo Business Association hosted a panel presentation and discussion on ways that you can save money by making your business Greener and conserve energy. Panelists include: Aldan Shank, facilitator, ECOSS; Tianna Byrtus, Puget Sound Energy; Ken Takahashi, Seattle Office of Economic Development; Jim Evans, Seattle City Light.

A link to the edited version is available here.

Why we need you.

Each new business increases our influence and multiplies the impact we can have. Since 1993, our prominence and respect has continued to grow. Your membership will help us maintain our momentum and continue to make strong gains.

For more information about SODO Business Association, call our offices at 206-292-7449, email mike@processheating.com. or signup on our Membership page.