The county seat of Franklin County and one of the three cities that comprise the Tri-Cities region of the state, alongside Kennewick and Richland. Lying on the rain shadow of the Cascade Mountain Range, the area is a windswept desert, with little precipitation throughout the year.
Recommended Resources
Provides general and governmental information about the city of Pasco. Offers access to city council activities and services. Includes community maps, events calendar, city news and public notices.
http://www.pasco-wa.gov/
Mid-Columbia Libraries, Pasco Branch
Learn about the library’s facilities and collections including DVDs, Internet terminals and educational games. The site is available in Spanish and details on upcoming events are provided.
http://www.midcolumbialibraries.org/branches/pasco
Contains information and resources on living, visiting and doing business on the city. Includes chamber information, events calendar, member directory, and community index.
http://www.pascochamber.org/
Describes the project’s meeting times and available produce. Farmers and vendors can find out how to register to participate in the market elsewhere on the site.
http://www.pascofarmersmarket.org/
Information resource for students and parents about the district's educational system and academic standards. Includes admissions information, school directory, events calendar and activity guide, district news/announcements, forms and documents.
http://www.psd1.org/
Access a description of the city’s airport and seaport facilities. Details on the port’s real estate, bidding opportunities for developers and details on flights arriving from and departing from the airport.
http://www.portofpasco.org/
Located in Pasco, Washington, the Sleep Inn offers luxury rooms and suites. Close to popular tourist attractions such as the Columbia River, Three Rivers Children's Museum, and Hanford Reach National Monument.
http://www.sleepinn.com/hotel-pasco-washington-WA102
Offers an art gallery that exhibits art and provides a tearoom. Featured artists include Rhea Giffin, Carrie Vielle, Christmas Spell, Carol Bradford and Margaret Gregg.
http://www.bankleftgallery.com/
Tri-Cities Visitor and Convention Bureau
Provides an overview of the region’s attractions and diversions for visitors. Other parts of the site provide relocation advice and resources for meeting planners.
http://www.visittri-cities.com/
