Council highlights city center plan and a cooperating property owner as development catalyst

Staff member (S1) framed economic development as a long-term, difficult-to-move priority but said the city center plan offers a tangible way forward. "I think right now, we're all on the same page on the significance of the city center plan," Staff member (S1) said, and added that a property owner at the session is collaborating on a development plan that could bring early investment once the plan is in place.

Council members discussed potential signage and branding efforts (including a digital sign to advertise events) and emphasized ongoing outreach to prospective businesses. The council did not take formal action but asked staff to continue plan development and commercial outreach as part of economic development strategy.