There are two Community Workshops scheduled for the public and business owners to provide input on what they would like addressed in the Citywide Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP) approved by the City Council/RDA Board.

The purpose of an EDSP is to help communities better understand existing economic conditions (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) and to guide future economic decisions and actions. In light of the current turbulent economic conditions, protecting our existing businesses and helping them explore opportunities to expand their economic viability is crucial.

Community Workshop #1 on April 8th, 2009
From 6:30pm to 8:30pm at the Goleta Valley Community Center in the Dinning Hall.
The Community Center is located at 5679 Hollister Avenue Goleta, A 93117.

Community Workshop #2 on April 23rd, 2009
From 6:30pm to 8:30pm at the City of Goleta in Council Chambers.
City Hall is located at 130 Cremona Drive Suite B, Goleta, CA 93117.

Work will begin in earnest starting mid-February with an ultimate completion date slated for early August 2009. For more information please click on the February 3, 2009 Staff Report.

If you would like to receive notices via email regarding public workshops, please visit our E-Notices webpage.