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The council reviewed the emerging Economic Development strategy, which will next be turned into a detailed Action Plan with priorities, resources, timelines, and implementation structures.
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The strategy is intended to support job and industry growth, housing and workforce opportunities, stronger downtown and waterfront districts, and broader participation in Beverly’s economy. The review identified housing affordability, childcare, transportation and parking, infrastructure, land availability, and permitting complexity as ongoing barriers. The council unanimously approved the March 26, 2026 meeting minutes, but no vote adopting the economic development strategy was recorded.
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