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3 completed (approved at August 24, 2009 QPH). This process is to be implemented during the fall of 2010 in preparation for FY 201112012 BOCC Planning Retreats. 3) Develop economic plans for 3 districts (Goal 3, 5 votes) Economic Development The Economic Development department provided feedback for the November 14 Board Retreat to further clarify objectives from the BOCC on its expectations for the content of the `economic plans' for Goal 3 — to "create a balanced, dynamic local economy, and which promote diversity, sustainable growth and enhanced revenue while embracing community values ". The Economic Development Advisory Board (EDAB) is currently educating itself on the array of policies available for economic development that can be utilized once further definition on the composition of this priority is provided by the BOCC. The EDAB's education on available economic development practices and tools will support implementation of the most appropriate economic development plan once the specifics are more defined. Work toward Comprehensive Plan Goal ED -1.3, to `develop clear criteria defining desirable businesses for the next five years" has supported discussion and agreement of the desirability of 'green' businesses or those associated with the assets available here in the County. Further progress toward this objective requires the BOCC and the EDAB to refine and clarify the definition of the `clear criteria' for this Comprehensive Plan goal which will then be incorporated into Priority 3, the development of economic plans for the Economic Development Districts (EDD). During the development of the economic plan for Priority 3, the identification of barriers to development of desirable businesses and local businesses, and mitigation of these barriers will be required, as noted in Comprehensive Plan Goal ED -1.5. Primary barriers have been identified as lack of site -ready land, lack of incentives, lengthy development process, and community commitment to business development and the `will' to implement these tools. Anticipated timelines and deliverables on infrastructure improvements to the EDDs, particularly Buckhorn are required in order to develop a useful economic plan. Development of a single plan for the EDDs rather than three separate plans should be considered, allowing a more focused and comprehensive effort. Also note that this priority is similar to priority #9 (updated economic development plan for County). Planning The Planning Department will work with the Economic Development Department to organize these priorities. The aspects include: