Meetings

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Meetings are typically held on the first and third Thursday of every month at 7:00 PM. Please check the calendar for official meeting postings.

Agendas & Minutes

Agendas are available prior to meetings.
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Minutes are available following approval.
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Members

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Overview

The Economic Development Committee will:

• Help attract, retain, and grow businesses and jobs in Acton and improve the economic environment
• Help increase the value and desirability of our community by supporting the needs of the current commercial and industrial businesses
• Promote the appropriate development, redevelopment, and renewal of commercial property The committee will consist of 7 full members including one representative from the Board of Selectmen. The committee may also include up to 4 associate members. Both full members and associate members may be drawn from the Finance Committee, the Planning Board, the Chamber of Commerce, the general Acton business community as well as the community at large. Committee members will be appointed to staggered, 3-year terms.

The committee will report on a regular basis to the Director of Land Use and Economic Development and to the Board of Selectmen and the Town Manager as needed. The Director of Land Use and Economic Development will provide staff support as required.