About CEDS

The City of Los Angeles Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and Jobs Plan is a citywide strategic framework that examines current economic conditions and identifies priorities to support economic resilience, job creation, and business growth over the next five years. The CEDS and Jobs Plan are being updated together to ensure alignment between long-term economic development priorities and near-term workforce and business needs. The process is grounded in data analysis and shaped through input from stakeholders and the public.

Who is leading this effort?

City of Los Angeles

The Community Investment Department leads the effort.

Beacon Economics

Lead consultant for research, analysis, and drafting the strategy.

Parity Solutions

Community outreach, facilitation, and public engagement.

LAEDC

Industry cluster and critical-trends analysis.

Strategy Committee

CEDS Strategy Committee

Regional leaders who guide and adopt the strategy.

The Strategy Committee includes representatives from the following organizations:

AECOM
Biocom California
City of Los Angeles Department of City Planning
City of Los Angeles Emergency Management Department
DTLA Alliance
FilmLA
Homeless Outreach Program Integrated Care System
LA County Department of Economic Opportunity
LA County Department of Regional Planning
Los Angeles Community College District
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power
Los Angeles Sports and Entertainment Commission
Los Angeles Venture Association
Los Angeles World Airports
Managed Career Solutions BusinessSource Centers
Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment
Redefine Alliance (formerly REDF)
Small Business Majority
Special Service for Groups
University of Southern California

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a CEDS?

A Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) is a federally recognized planning process that helps regions understand economic conditions, identify challenges and opportunities, and establish shared priorities for economic development.

For the City of Los Angeles, the CEDS includes:

An overview of demographic, economic, and industry conditions
A SWOT analysis identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats
A set of strategic priorities and recommended actions
A framework for tracking progress over time

What is the Jobs Plan?

The Jobs and Business Advancement in Los Angeles Action Plan (Jobs Plan) focuses on job creation, business support, and workforce development. Updating the Jobs Plan alongside the CEDS ensures consistency between economic development priorities and strategies aimed at supporting workers and employers.

Who is leading this effort?

The process is led by the City of Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department (EWDD), with support from a CEDS Strategy Committee and engagement with stakeholders and the public

Who can participate?

Participation opportunities are provided through scheduled public meetings, workshops, and public comment periods. In addition, a CEDS Strategy Committee composed of appointed representatives provides structured guidance throughout the process.

How can I share input?

You can share input by attending public meetings, submitting written comments during public comment periods, and responding to surveys posted on this website.

How will public input be used?

Input will be documented and summarized and will inform the SWOT analysis, priorities, and recommended actions. Public comments received during the draft review period will be tracked and a summary will be posted after the comment period closes.

How does this relate to other City plans?

The process is designed to align with existing plans and reports, including prior City CEDS and Jobs Plan documents and other relevant City and regional strategies.

What happens after the CEDS and Jobs Plan are finalized?

The final documents will serve as reference tools to help inform coordination and implementation across City departments and partners.

Following completion, the CEDS and Jobs Plan will proceed through the City’s review and adoption process. Once adopted, the final documents will serve as reference tools to help inform coordination and implementation across City departments and partners. The website will host the adopted documents and related supporting materials.