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The Economic Development Advisory Committee advises the County Commission on issues related to economic development. Members serve four year terms.

Brief History of Committee: The reconstitution of the Economic Development Advisory Committee was approved by the County Commission on August 12, 2008. 

Mission Statement: The responsibility of the Economic Development Advisory Committee shall be to develop and provide policy recommendations to the County Commission related to the promotion of sustainable economic development activities within Alachua County.

Note from Chair:  The Economic Development Committee was pleased with its outreach efforts to the municipalities and progress on its work plan. The County is starting to see benefits from large and small economic development capital commitments of the Board. The Committee looks forward to beginning 2025 with new members and challenges.

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Board Information

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Name Position Term Start Term End Status Appointed By
Arnold, Jeffrey Citizen at Large 10 Jan 2023 30 Sep 2027 Active BoCC
Bush, Carrie UF Representative 11 Apr 2024 30 Sep 2028 Active BoCC
Carnevale, Michael Actively engaged with economic development organizations 13 Sep 2022 30 Sep 2026 Active BoCC
Jackson, Romona Actively engaged with economic development organizations 28 May 2024 30 Sep 2025 Active BoCC
James, Linda Citizen at Large 13 Sep 2022 30 Sep 2026 Active BoCC
Sanchez-Hamilton, Alexander Citizen at Large 27 Sep 2024 30 Sep 2026 Active BoCC
Todd, Tracey Citizen at Large 12 Oct 2021 30 Sep 2028 Active BoCC
Welker, Elliott Actively engaged with economic development organizations 12 Oct 2021 30 Sep 2025 Active BoCC
Xu, Ying Actively engaged with economic development organizations 28 May 2024 30 Sep 2027 Active BoCC

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