Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) sends this information as posted below:
OKLAHOMA CITY — The Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG) is calling on residents, business owners, and stakeholders in Canadian, Cleveland, Logan and Oklahoma counties to participate in an important survey to help shape the future of the regional economy. The survey is part of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), a regional planning document that will guide economic growth and resilience over the next several years.
The CEDS survey is designed to gather valuable input from the public on key issues such as job creation, business development, infrastructure improvements, and community priorities. By participating, residents can have a direct impact on the direction of economic strategies that affect everything from local businesses to quality of life.
Every five years, the Economic Development Administration (EDA) requires ACOG, as the Capital Area Economic Development District (CAPEDD) of Oklahoma, to update its CEDS. This document serves as a framework for creating economic goals from a regional perspective. It is strategy-driven, collaboratively developed, and locally implemented. The information provided within the document assists local decision makers in setting investment priorities and aligns public and private investment goals.
The survey is open to all members of the public and only takes a few minutes to complete. Input from a broad range of perspectives will ensure that the CEDS reflects the diverse needs of the entire region.
Survey Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ZXPPVMZ
Survey Deadline: Monday, September 30, 2024
Public participation in this process is crucial. The data collected from the survey will help local leaders and planners make informed decisions that support a sustainable, vibrant economy across the Central Oklahoma region.
About The Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG)
ACOG was established in 1966 and is the leading voice for regional collaboration in Central Oklahoma. Comprised of local governments that include over 36 cities and four counties (Canadian, Cleveland, Logan, and Oklahoma), the mission of ACOG is to advocate for regional cooperation and address common issues; solve mutual problems and promote efficient government services; and to strive to improve the quality of life in Central Oklahoma.
About The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)
The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) is a blueprint to grow, strengthen and diversify the economy of Central Oklahoma. CEDS guides the region to develop together, to the betterment of each local entity. The plan sets ambitious yet attainable regional goals and provides avenues to funding for local public projects. The Economic Development Administration (EDA) requires that Economic Development Districts (EDDs) maintain a CEDS, and that it be updated every five years to maintain federal designation as an Economic Development District. In February 2019, ACOG updated its CEDS and it was published in September 2019. A COVID-19 Pandemic Response was added to the CEDS plan in 2021.
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