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Planning Commission reviews economic development goals; emphasizes business support and place‑making
Summary
City staff presented six goals for the economic development element that focus on business climate, partnerships, entrepreneurship, preserving commercial zones and sustainability; commissioners discussed ‘midtown’ placemaking, grocery access, and wording choices for goals.
The Lacey Planning Commission reviewed an updated economic development element on May 14 that presents six goals and 25 policies intended to support local businesses, entrepreneurship and place‑making while aligning economic priorities with the other components of the comprehensive plan.
Wesley Wynne, economic development coordinator, said the draft builds on past studies and outreach — including a market study and interviews with about 80 local businesses — and incorporates feedback collected at public open houses and direct outreach. “We did take a lot of their feedback, and it’s reflected in the goals and policy that we will be sharing with you,” Wynne told commissioners.
Why it matters: The economic element steers how the city promotes business retention and recruitment, supports entrepreneurs and coordinates workforce and infrastructure investments that enable local jobs and services.
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