LAD has developed materials, in an easily understandable form, on financial assistance programs offered at the local, state or federal level, distributed to local businesses, financial institutions and the LAD quarterly newsletter. Special recognition is given to any business or industry making a significant location or expansion during the previous year. LAD organizes, when appropriate, announcements and ground breaking ceremonies for significant development projects. During review of local comprehensive plans, LAD can provide assistance in the economic development element. Some cities or chambers of commerce have separate committees or groups work on economic development projects to which LAD provides technical assistance.
Some cities rely on their local planning commissions for economic development planning.
Annually a city community profile is updated and printed. The community profile, as well as other data, is continuously updated on the LAD Internet site. A standard format is listed and is continuously updated on the LAD Internet site. Once a development project and proposed site is identified, LAD assists in the preparation of a specific financial and incentive package with the consent of the city or county, in unincorporated areas. The full-time LAD staff includes Gary E. Carlson, CED, EDFP, Executive Director and Rhonda Berry, Administrative Assistant.