Economic Development Committee — about

Section 1: General

The rest of what the town says about it (660 more words)

The Lunenburg Economic Development Committee is being formed by the Planning Board in order to better assist, counsel, and advise the residents of Lunenburg, the Planning Board, other Town Boards and Departments, and Lunenburg businesses on ways to promote the local economy.

Section 2: Functions

Mission: The Lunenburg Economic Development Committee is committed to promoting business development that will enhance the character, culture, and commerce in Lunenburg. The Committee shall investigate current economic conditions to provide advice to Town Departments on economic development policy; meet and work with current Lunenburg businesses and prospective businesses; coordinate its activities with the appropriate Town Boards and Commissions; and work cooperatively with businesses and state agencies to retain, develop and promote businesses in Lunenburg.

Section 3: Membership & Meetings

The Committee shall be composed of five regular members serving three-year terms appointed by the Planning Board as follows: One member recommended by the Agricultural Commission that owns a business in Lunenburg and shall initially be appointed for a three-year term; One member recommended by the Open Space Committee and shall initially be appointed for a three-year term; One member recommended by the Conservation Commission and shall initially be appointed for a two-year term; Two members that are residents of Lunenburg, one shall initially be appointed for a two-year term and one shall initially be appointed for a one year term. In addition to the regular members, there will be four ex-officio members as follows: One member of the Select Board chosen annually by the Select Board; One member of the Planning Board chosen annually by the Planning Board; The Director of Planning and Economic Development; and A Lunenburg Business Owner.

After the initial term, all members shall serve a three-year term.

Voting Power: All duly appointed members shall have full voting power; ex-officio members shall not have the power to vote.

Resignation: Members of the Committee shall notify the Chairman of the Committee and the Planning Board of their resignation.

Vacancies: Any vacancies shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment.

The election of officers including at least a Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Clerk and shall be elected annually by a majority vote of the Committee.

A quorum shall consist of three members.

The Committee shall keep a recording of minutes and votes of all meetings as prescribed by the Open Meeting Law. This charge may be amended at any time.

New way to complete your Business Identity Certificate:

For people planning on opening a new business in Lunenburg, the Town Clerk’s NEW Business Identity Certificate (BIC) is now available to be completed as part of Building Department’s Form of Intent found here: Business Identity Certificate (BIC) You will still need to print out the BIC and hand-deliver to the Town Clerk’s office, but now the form can be completed and generated online.

New Business Ribbon Cutting Ceremony:

On Thursday August 6, the Town of Lunenburg's Economic Development Committee proudly hosted its first ribbon cutting ceremony, celebrating the continued growth of Diligent Digital Marketing Corp. as the company expands into a larger office in Lunenburg. The event welcomed the business to its new space at 1 Main Street and marked the beginning of a new tradition recognizing business investment and success in our community.

Founded by Chris Kostecki, Diligent Digital Marketing Corp. has grown from a sole proprietorship into a full-service digital marketing consulting firm.

Chris was joined by members of his family, Economic Development Committee Members Joeci Gilchrest and Cathy Clark, State Representative Mike Kushmerek, State Representative Margaret Scarsdale, Beth Walsh, Constituent Services Director for State Senator John Cronin, Roy Nascimento, President & CEO of the North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce, Chamber Staff and Members, Select Board members Renee Emkey, Brian Lehtinen, and Glenn McLeod, and Town Manager Jennifer Warren-Dyment.

Congratulations to Chris and the entire Diligent team on this exciting milestone. We wish you continued success and are proud that your business continues to grow right here in Lunenburg.