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Council hears Economic Development Committee goals to boost tourism, retirement and education
Summary
Councilor Mike Foreaker outlined the Economic Development Committee mission to support retirees, strengthen tourism and promote education and innovation, and proposed goals including increasing visitors and offering no-cost business consultation services funded potentially by lodging tax revenue.
Councilor Mike Foreaker presented the Economic Development Committee’s mission and four primary goals: supporting the retirement community, strengthening the tourism economy, promoting education and innovation, increasing visitor numbers and supporting existing businesses. He urged the council to consider funding options such as lodging tax revenue or incorporating support services into the Chamber’s contracted responsibilities.
Councilors discussed scheduling future work sessions dedicated to committee goals and the Economic Development Vision Report, including the idea of offering no-cost consultation services for local businesses. No formal funding decision was made at the April 22 meeting.
