Council Liaison
- Councilwoman Florance-Lynch
Overview
The Economic Development Commission (EDC), consisting of 11 members, was established by the Township Council and charged with developing and implementing a strategic business attraction and retention program for the municipality. Its function is to match enterprises looking for a new home with a suitable and appropriate location within Township of Pequannock's borders. Any resident interested in serving on the EDC should submit a completed Volunteer Application/Citizen Leadership form to the Township Clerk.
Mission & Focus
The Economic Development Commission's mission is to attract strong and diverse corporations that will add to the township's already strong and diverse business mix.
The primary focus of the Economic Development Commission is to promote occupancy of existing vacant commercial sites and to work with revitalizing currently occupied developed properties to aid in enhancing current tax rates. The Economic Development Commission also assists:
- At the direction of the Township Council with new applications and/or inquiries for new commercial developments
- Compile and provide timely and useful vacant listings for developments
- Foster a business friendly environment
- Work to ensure a balance of interest with the environment and promote an understanding of economic development and help the community to realize a desired economic future