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South Coast Chamber urges Goleta to scale up funding for economic development plan
Summary
Business and community leaders told the Goleta City Council during public forum that the city should increase funding to implement its economic development strategic plan, citing Old Town revitalization, workforce pathways, and startup support as priorities.
Kristen Miller, president and CEO of the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce, told the City Council during public forum that the Chamber supports Goleta’s five‑year economic development strategic plan and urged the council to increase funding for implementation. “An expanded investment in economic development now will strengthen the city's tax base, support job creation, and set the foundation for long term fiscal sustainability,” Miller said.
The Chamber and several business leaders who spoke at public forum emphasized Old Town revitalization, workforce development and career pathways, and…
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