City of Dallas
The City can assist business owners in finding business resources, locating available properties, understanding local government permitting and approval time frames & understanding current Dallas demographic and economic trends.
Chemeketa Small Business Development Center
Chemeketa Small Business Development Center (SBDC) gives small business owners the tools and environment they need to make great decisions.
We’re located at 626 High Street NE in downtown Salem, OR. Open Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm, we offer classes, small business advising, and resource materials on loan.
U.S Small Business Administration
Small Business Administration (SBA) is committed to helping small business in the US succeed. As such, several programs and laws have been sponsored that directly affect small business owners. Here, you can learn more about how legislation such as the Small Business Jobs Act and SBA initiatives such as Emerging 200 program can help you and your business succeed.
Micro Enterprise Resources Initiatives & Training (MERIT)
Have a business idea, but don’t know where to start? if you’ve been thinking about starting a business and you’re not sure your idea will make you money, they can help. They can guide you toward the information resources that will help you make a great decision.
Opportunity Zones
Opportunity Zones can deliver significant tax savings on medium- to long-term investments in economically disadvantaged communities. This new tax incentive pertains to both the capital gains invested initially through a qualified opportunity fund, as well as capital gains earned for the investor from businesses or projects in a zone. This and other business relocating assistance information can be found at the City of Dallas Community Development website.
Oregon Secretary of State Business Resources
The Secretary of State has a litany of business resources for getting you started in business, growing your business, getting registered in business and many other resources. Take a look at what they offer by clicking below.
Small Business Resources
- Chemeketa SBDC’s 1:1 Advising
- No cost for businesses and consulting services are provided in person or virtually.
- Learn more here
- CCBI Small Business Management Program
- A nine-month program to learn and apply today’s best small business insights and practices. Includes in-person classes, peer collaboration, and 1-on-1 business coaching
- Learn more here
- CO.STARTERS Program in Dallas
- Reinventing Rural and The Foundry Collective are bringing this 2-day hands-on workshop on July 18th and July 19th to help small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs get unstuck and move their ideas forward with confidence.
- Learn more here
Government Contracting
Oregon Department of Administration in partnership with other departments in the State operates a marketplace where state agencies, local government entities, and suppliers meet to buy and sell products and services for the benefit of Oregonians. We provide statewide price agreements, procurement training and certification, and sponsor monthly gatherings of procurement professionals for the purpose of sharing information and best practices. This department is driven, by Governor mandate, to contract with Oregon Small Businesses.
Prepare your Business for Natural Disasters
The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene is an important reminder that businesses, as well as families, should be prepared for the next natural disaster. To learn how to better prepare your business for an event, visit some of the resources below:
Mid Valley Community Resource Guide
Dallas Area Visitors Center
Plan your visit today! Explore Dallas Oregon – a charming small town in the heart of the Willamette Valley. Discover local wineries, outdoor adventures, and a welcoming community.
Dallas Oregon Visitors Map
