This committee is to provide Escalon residents an opportunity for citizens’ participation in local government through an advisory committee. By serving on a city advisory committee, residents can participate in planning the future of Escalon. Many of these committees are making recommendations that will greatly affect life in Escalon. It is important that prospective members of our committees clearly understand the functions and responsibilities of membership before actively seeking appointment. Any member must be directly involved in the business community of Escalon
The purpose of this committee is as follows:
- The Economic Development Committee is a newly formed, specialized committee of the City Council and business community responsible for reviewing and making recommendations on policy areas pertaining to economic development.
- The intent of the Committee is to collaborate between government and business to discuss actions that would improve the economic climate in the City.
- The Committee will play a crucial role in the decision-making process by providing ongoing oversight and expertise in the area of Economic Development, a top priority for the City. The Committee will review policy matters, formulate recommendations, investigate issues and advise the Council related to the subject.