Economic Development

Goal Area Four: Economic Development

This goal area seeks to build a solid economic foundation for a strong, diverse, and sustainable local economy. Objectives in this area focus on streamlining the permitting process and internal capacity while preparing for new businesses to locate here. The focus is on taking advantage of our outstanding location in the region and our relationship with the Columbia River. We are on the cusp of a riverfront revival and are putting systems in place to promote and encourage development of the Riverfront area as a vibrant, accessible economic center and destination for residents and tourists.

Projects Identified Under Goal Area Four:

Objective: Develop Policies and Programs to Promote Economic Development

• Digitized Aerial Imaging
• Economic Opportunities Analysis Update
• Electronic Plan Submittal and Review
• Support Main Street Alliance
• Improve Recreational Boating Experience
• S. River Street to N 2nd Street "micro" transportation systems plan
• Concurrent Plan Review Process

Objective: Develop City Owned Property for Development

• Industrial Business Park Phase 1 - Infrastructure Study
• Industrial Business Park Grading Plan
• Riverfront District RFQ for Development Plans
• Riverwalk and Columbia View Park Improvements
• Riverfront District Phase 1 - Infrastructure Design & Engineering
• Riverfront District Additional Hotel Rooms
• Riverfront District Phase 1 Construction
• Prepare Redevelopment of N. 10th and 11th Bluff
• Industrial Park - RV Park
• Further develop Sand Island amenities

Objective: Develop an Urban Renewal Agency for Economic Development

• Create and Maintain Urban Renewal Agency