DT #463 Dealing With Controversial Projects

Develop This: Economic and Community Development

In this episode Dennis discusses the conundrum many economic development professionals find themselves in trying to deal with stakeholders on both sides of a controversial project. Some of these types of projects can incldue.

• The use of eminenet domain
• Utility franchise fees
• Utility rate cases for rate increases
• Tax Increment Financing (TIF)

Dennis offers some tips to help navigate these tricky waters.

• Enage your board of directors
• Host a neutral forum
• Communicate, communicate, communicate