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New Stafford economic development director outlines business‑retention, reporting and permitting priorities

Stafford Economic Development Corporation · October 28, 2025
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Joe Ash, newly contracted as Stafford’s economic development director, presented to the SEDC on Oct. 28 a work plan emphasizing business retention visits, an orientation manual, monthly reports to the board and council, and attention to permitting processes to help convert incentives into open businesses.

Joe Ash, introduced to the Stafford Economic Development Corporation on Oct. 28 as the corporation’s newly contracted economic development director, told the board he intends to focus on business retention, clearer processes, and regular reporting.

‘‘I’d like the opportunity . . . to meet with folks over the coming month,’’ Ash said at his first meeting, offering to learn board members’ priorities and…

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