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Economic Development Planning

Cowlitz-Lewis Economic Development District Board (EDD)

This body of local elected and staff officials and economic development representatives guides policy-level discussion of economic issues for the two-county region. The group establishes the framework for the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS plan). Activities are funded by a federal grant with a local match.

Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee (CEDS)

The CEDS committee produces the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy every five years, as required by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA). Participation in this planning process keeps communities in our region eligible for a variety of funding sources that can be used to further economic development activities.

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