Economic Development Financing Update

Benefits

'In the space of two days I had evolved two plans, wholly distinct, both of which were equally feasible. The point I am trying to bring out is that one does not plan and then try to make circumstances fit those plans. One tries to make plans fit the circumstances.'

- General George S. Patton, Jr., War as I Knew It, page 116 (1947)

Those localities that have not planned for the current environment are experiencing a worse impact than those that have. We think the most immediate concern is reduced revenue and support from state government. The subject of this live audio conference will be on defining and describing effective economic development plans that fit the current circumstances. While this presentation will cover the drivers of economic growth, our focus will be on a number of generally applicable and practical ideas to assist local governments in funding badly needed services in these tough economic times as well as planning for the future.

Agenda

   Economic Development Plans 

• Benefits of a Master Plan
• What Should Go Into the Plan?

   Funding the Plan 

• Taxes
• Auditing the Revenue Allocation
• Alternatives to Direct Taxation

   Criteria for Successful Execution of the Plan 

• Process Consulting
• Creating the Mandate
• Change Management

Continuing Education Units

• CLE (Please check the "Detailed Credit Information" page for states that have already been approved)
• CPE
• Additional credit may be available upon request. Contact Lorman at 866-352-9540 for further information.

Who Should Attend

This live audio conference is designed for state and municipal officials, city managers and administrators, board members, developers, controllers, CFOs, CPAs, accountants, finance managers and attorneys.