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Fairbanks commission backs memo to let FEDC replace borough as regional development organization
Summary
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Economic Development Commission voted unanimously Oct. 28 to approve a memorandum asking the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development to terminate the commission's ARDOR designation so the Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation can be considered for the regional role.
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Economic Development Commission voted unanimously Oct. 28 to approve a memorandum asking the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development (DCCED) to terminate the commission's designation as the Alaska Regional Development Organization (ARDOR) and consider designating the Fairbanks Economic Development Corporation (FEDC) in its place.
FEDC President Jomo Stewart testified during the meeting that his organization had spent months collecting the statements of support required by state rules and that the action before the commission is a procedural step: "There is no statement or…
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