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Status Update on the City Commission Strategic Initiative to formalize relationships with other community partners, especially UF and SFC, in regards to the downtown area and the innovation zone (B)
This item is a request for the Economic Development University Community Committee to receive an update on the progress of Strategic Initiative 8.1.
Explanation
Strategic initiatives have been referred to Standing Committees and the Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), to promote efficient and effective communication streams between elected officials, city staff and Gainesville residents concerning the implementation of the City's Strategic Plan.
On October 2, 2008, the City Commission referred each Strategic Initiative included in the FY 09/10 Strategic Plan to City Commission Standing Committees and the CRA to give elected officials the opportunity to receive updates on the progress of each strategic initiative and give policy guidance on the implementation of the strategic plan throughout the year.
Fiscal Note
None
Recommendation
The Economic Development University Community Committee receive an update on the progress of Strategic Initiative 8.1.