Kilmer Statement on State Farm Expansion into Tacoma
Representative Derek Kilmer today released the following statement regarding the news that State Farm is expanding into downtown Tacoma and will bring new jobs to downtown Tacoma by the end of this year.
“This is great news for folks in Tacoma. This is a really big deal for the people who are going to be able to get great-paying jobs for years to come, for Tacoma’s downtown - including local retailers who are getting a shot in the arm - and for everyone who was involved in making this happen. Successes like these involve hard work from a lot of folks – from the building owners, to the brokers involved, to the City of Tacoma and the Economic Development Board – all of whom are working hard to promote our region and make it a great place to live and work. I congratulate State Farm on making a great decision. I’m excited to be a partner in promoting policies that create jobs and promote growth.”