- The document discusses economic development strategies for Bradley U Engineers during a time of high unemployment, slow recovery, and potential double-dip recession. It emphasizes the importance of developing an economic development strategy, streamlining regulations, providing incentives, and engaging the public. Specific projects discussed include developments at the Illinois Medical District, improvements to the riverfront and creation of new parks and housing along the river.
9/9 FRI 11:00 | Sustainable Economic Development - SebastianAPA Florida
Nilsa Zacarias
Brandon R. Schaad
Rebecca Grohall
Economic development and job creation are perennial issues for almost any community, but even more in this severe economic downturn. Recent economic conditions have affected most everyone in the public and private sector, and the City of Sebastianhas been no exception. This presentation will focus on the City of Sebastian’s efforts to strengthen their economy by maximizing
their available resources and providing a sustainable economic framework which balances land use, housing and transportation. Sebastian’s cutting edge sustainable approach is based on supporting green jobs, promoting the growth of eco-tourism and diversifying housing choices to attract a more dynamic workforce.
9/9 FRI 11:00 | Sustainable Economic Development - SebastianAPA Florida
Nilsa Zacarias
Brandon R. Schaad
Rebecca Grohall
Economic development and job creation are perennial issues for almost any community, but even more in this severe economic downturn. Recent economic conditions have affected most everyone in the public and private sector, and the City of Sebastianhas been no exception. This presentation will focus on the City of Sebastian’s efforts to strengthen their economy by maximizing
their available resources and providing a sustainable economic framework which balances land use, housing and transportation. Sebastian’s cutting edge sustainable approach is based on supporting green jobs, promoting the growth of eco-tourism and diversifying housing choices to attract a more dynamic workforce.
Mike Miozza for Mayor Action Plan - City of Fall RiverJoAnne Breault
Michael L. Miozza is a 2 term Fall River City Councilor. He is running for Mayor of the City of Fall River in the Recall Election. This is the first time in the City of Fall River that a mayor has been recalled. Michael Miozza holds a Master's Degree in Business Management and has extensive community service experience. He has an action plan to get Fall River back on track.
Grow Food, Cultivate Communities via Human Capital DevelopmentMichael Woyan
A very early conception of nonprofit/for-profit venture to create transitional employment opportunities while bridging gaps between businesses seeking skilled workers and people seeking family-supporting careers.
Learn what it takes to create and build a freeway cap park in the presentation made at the American Planning Association National Conference on April 28, 2014.
Mike Miozza for Mayor Action Plan - City of Fall RiverJoAnne Breault
Michael L. Miozza is a 2 term Fall River City Councilor. He is running for Mayor of the City of Fall River in the Recall Election. This is the first time in the City of Fall River that a mayor has been recalled. Michael Miozza holds a Master's Degree in Business Management and has extensive community service experience. He has an action plan to get Fall River back on track.
Grow Food, Cultivate Communities via Human Capital DevelopmentMichael Woyan
A very early conception of nonprofit/for-profit venture to create transitional employment opportunities while bridging gaps between businesses seeking skilled workers and people seeking family-supporting careers.
Learn what it takes to create and build a freeway cap park in the presentation made at the American Planning Association National Conference on April 28, 2014.
4. When the Going Gets Tough`
• The Tough Get Going
• Why Plan, When you can React?
• Figure out what to do, then just do it.
5. How Many Know
• A Lot about Economic Development?
• A Little about Economic Development?
• Never Heard of it - What is it?
6. Plan / Strategize
• Any Road will do when you don’t know
where you are going
• Develop an Economic Development
Strategy
• Use big but fast public strategy session
7. What’s Different Now?
• Greater sense of urgency
• Need to restore confidence
• Need to incent entrepreneurs
• Streamline / reduce regulation
• Reduce fees
• Provide Incentives
8. Major Public Session
• Provides Input
• Gets Citizen Participation
• Creates Enthusiasm
• Part of Your Comprehensive Plan
• Provides Road Map for your Future
• Get it done fast, publish, do it, refine
9. Sustainable Development
•
"Development that meets the needs of the
present without compromising the ability of
future generations to meet their own needs."
• United Nations
10. KEEP
• Keep the Businesses You Have
• Expand your Businesses
• Enhance your town and attract new jobs
• Protect and improve your environment
53. Area North of I-74
• Help revitalize the city.
• Create quality mixed use development.
• Develop an attractive scenic drive.
• Create quality new parkland.
• Improve the safety and usability of Riverfront Park.
• Provide housing opportunities in a park like atmosphere.
Examples of Homes
(housing opportunities)
54. CONCEPT PLAN
Development would utilize about 100’ of land adjacent to railroad.
Scenic overlook drive running the length of the development.
Three access points; Irving Street, Morton Street & Spring Street.
Soil dredged from the river would
create new parkland.
Development will assist in the
resolution of combined sewer
overflow issues.