Economic Development Commission Mission
The purpose of the Fruitland Economic Development Commission (FEDC) is to provide for the enhancement of Fruitland's economic base by supporting existing commercial and industrial enterprises and attracting desirable new commercial and industrial development, promoting jobs and economic opportunities for the Fruitland community, in a manner compatible with the planning concepts by the City of Fruitland and the FEDC.
To accomplish this mission, FEDC should take the following steps:
- Work to establish communication and linkage with other economic development professionals in the area
- Develop an inventory detailing land and buildings available
- Gather appropriate information regarding sources of grant funds for various projects
- Gather information regarding development efforts in other communities so as to adopt successful strategies for use in Fruitland
- Work to streamline bureaucratic procedures in securing new business and industry and in the pursuit of grants or other governmental incentive programs
- Communicate with the local business community to attract additional financial support
- Develop a plan detailing the type of development needed, with the appropriate mix of commercial and industrial types
- Investigate the feasibility of locating and industrial park in Fruitland
- Develop a strategy for implementing the plans developed as a result of steps 7 and 8
- Develop promotional materials for use in attracting new business
- Any other tasks which are appropriate to achieve the purpose of the FEDC.