Economic Development Committee

Meetings

6:30 pm
1st and 3rd Tuesday
Somerset Town Hall Meeting Room

Members

Paul Cogley , Chair
Allison Faunce , Member
Jeffrey Marques , Member
Virgil Pacheco , Member
Roger Fortier , Member
Heather Robertson , Member
Allen Smith , Member
Jerome Waksler , Member

Overview

Mission Statement

the Somerset Economic Development Committee Is Responsible for Advising the Somerset Selectmen Regarding the Cultivation of a Diverse Economy While Recognizing the Need to Maintain a Balance Between Attracting New Investment to Increase the Local Tax Base, Encouraging and Supporting Local Businesses, Fostering Local Entrepreneurship, and Strengthening Somerset Key Businesses and Industries.

Areas of Interest

Planning and Development
Marketing and Promotion
Government Cooperation
Public Participation

Areas of Committee Focus

Enhancing Relationships Between Local Business and Town Government
Seeking and Coordinating Public and Private Grants
Recommending Actions for Strategic Economic Growth
Awards and Recognition

Key Measures of Success

Added Revenue Through Tax Growth
Increased Local Businesses
Increased Local Jobs
Improved Quality of Life

Contact us

Address
140 Wood Street
Somerset, MA 02726