Council debates forming redevelopment commission to spur economic development
Council discussed creating a redevelopment commission or committee to pursue economic-development grants and projects — steps discussed included drafting an ordinance, establishing leadership, engaging Ripley County and grant administrators, and prioritizing shovel-ready projects; members debated volunteer versus paid roles.
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Council members discussed forming a redevelopment commission to help identify priority areas, collect supporting data and prepare shovel-ready projects to attract grants and private investment. The chair outlined a multi-step approach: draft an ordinance to form the commission, establish leadership, engage county and state partners, and consider planning consultants to identify strategies that spur economic growth.
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