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South Coast Chamber unveils five‑year strategic plan and new foundation to boost regional economic vitality
Summary
Local chamber leaders told the Santa Barbara City Council on Feb. 10 they have adopted a five‑year strategic plan focusing on permitting reform, workforce development, data collection and regional partnerships, and announced a new 501(c)(3) foundation to expand economic development work across cities and universities.
Leaders of the South Coast Chamber presented a five‑year strategic plan to the Santa Barbara City Council on Feb. 10 and announced creation of a separate foundation to broaden workforce, housing and data initiatives across the region.
Anthony Valdez (city deputy liaison) introduced chamber leadership and highlighted the city’s recent staffing changes to coordinate housing, homelessness and economic development work. Chamber president Randy Burke and CEO Kristen Miller described the plan’s five strategic…
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