The needs assessment should identify barriers to economic development for that sub-area. Final product is a published report. Make an environmental survey of the district. The survey should include environmentally sensitive issues and areas in your region, which could impede or constrain economic development projects. The information should be in sufficient detail to develop economic development policies and work elements that might constrain potential economic development projects.
Final product is a published report.
The process must include an CEDS report and monitoring of plan implementation, changes in the economy, and work program. Final product is published CEDS report and copies of minutes in progress reports. Monitoring and approving work elements is the responsibility of the CEDS Committee. The CEDS Committee must be involved in developing the detail to be included in each work element and in the evaluation of staff accomplishments in implementing each work element. These meetings should be held at least once every two months.