Goal Description

Informed by the needs, wishes, and desires of local residents, equitable economic development is inclusive of the needs of all families. By developing equity-driven policies to promote community economic development as well as leveraging its own resources to advance equity outcomes, East Point can create an economic environment where every citizen is regarded as an asset and no one as a liability. Equitable economic activity positively impacts legacy residents, low-wealth citizens, and historically divested communities of color. This can be accomplished by establishing inclusive infrastructure to govern municipal procurement and economic development, amplifying community voice through Community Benefits Agreements - otherwise known as a C.B.A. - and other regenerative investment strategies, and promoting oversight and accountability in the inclusion of local businesses and workforce in private development.

This page will provide a high-level summary of the vision, goal, and recommended actions for equitable economic development.