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The board identified priorities for a potential five-year Economic Development Master Plan, including higher-wage jobs, incentives, infrastructure, housing, expedited permitting, and inclusive business opportunities. No master plan was adopted at this meeting.
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The board discussed what Fort Myers should ask a future consultant to study and recommend for economic development. Members emphasized attracting better-paying jobs, ensuring housing growth is supported by services and infrastructure, improving development assistance, and expanding opportunities for minority-owned businesses and residents. The board also plans to seek future input on zoning, the Comprehensive Plan, development incentives, and Downtown events.
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