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Milford economic development administrator outlines projects, small‑business outreach and events
Summary
Lauren Swain, Milford’s economic development and community engagement administrator, briefed the council on ongoing development projects, recent small‑business support, upcoming community events and outreach efforts, and invited council input on priorities.
Lauren Swain, Milford’s economic development and community engagement administrator, told the City Council that the city is pursuing multiple development projects, expanding small‑business outreach and planning a slate of community events.
Swain said the city’s “community profile” is “roughly 13,000 plus and approximately 10 square miles,” and that the city’s top industries are manufacturing, healthcare and retail. She described several active projects at the Milford Corporate Center and other sites, recent ribbon cuttings and partnerships with state and federal business support organizations.
The presentation summarized financial and project highlights: Swain said Milford has received $1,100,000 in site‑readiness funds for the corporate center and is applying for an additional $1,400,000; she also said the city has been awarded about $5,050,000 (she offered to provide the exact figure). She described a…
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