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Economic development staff outline projects; council asks for measurable goals, market analysis for Altria site
Summary
Economic development staff presented recent project activity and site development work. Council members asked for clearer measurable objectives, staffing and funding to convert vacant property into revenue‑generating uses and requested a follow-up report with targets.
Acting Director of Economic Development Matt Welch presented a broad update on recent and upcoming development activity and programs, and council members pressed the department for a clearer set of measurable objectives and a timetable to convert city‑owned assets into revenue-generating development.
Welch summarized recent activity and major projects the department is tracking, including projects on the riverfront, an amphitheater opening, and several larger developments the department described as…
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