Economic development strategic plan and downtown master plan
Summary
An $11,000 contract amendment adds landscape and irrigation design for the future seven-acre city complex (where a new fire station is planned), teeing the city up for Parks and Wildlife grants next year.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
$11,000 for the added design services.
Residents who'll use the future complex's parks and green space.
Downtown employees and store owners could lose all-day parking if the two-hour limit is adopted.
Mentions & discussions (12)
City Commission - Nov 3, 2026
An $11,000 contract amendment adds landscape and irrigation design for the future seven-acre city complex (where a new fire station is planned), teeing the city up for Parks and Wildlife grants next year.
City Commission - Jul 7, 2026
The EDC is hiring two firms — Civic Solutions and Place Strategies — to chart the city's economic future and revitalize downtown, with the plans designed to align with each other.
City Commission - Jun 2, 2026
The EDC is hiring a firm to chart the city's economic future and downtown growth for the next 3-5 years — a decision postponed while three finalist firms are evaluated.
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City Commission - Jan 8, 2026
The EDC will issue an RFQ to hire a consultant to build a new strategic plan, starting with an honest assessment of where the city stands. Board member Hector Solis chairs the effort, and a city staff member will join the committee.
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