Economic Development Committee Members
The Economic Development Committee consists of seven members who have interest, knowledge or experience in banking, real estate, the arts, agriculture, small business, tourism, industry, commerce, building or housing. Of the seven members, five must live within Arcata City limits and two may live or work in the Arcata Planning Area. See current vacancies and residency qualifications.
Terms
Committee members serve three year staggered terms ending January 31.
| Margaret Gainer Term: 2013 |
Numair Khaled Term: 2015 |
| Josh Mohland Term: 2015 |
William Prescott Term: 2014 |
| Stephanie Witzel Term: 2013 |
Jane Woodward Term: 2014 |
| Vacancy Term: 2015 |
Staff Liaison: Larry Oetker Redevelopment |
Powers and Duties
The powers and duties of the Economic Development Committee are as specified in the Arcata Municipal Code, Sections 2246 to 2250. These powers and duties are outlined as follows:
A. To serve in an advisory capacity to the Council, Commissions, or City staff as appropriate in matters pertaining to economic development, including but not limited to manufacturing, retail, tourism, business expansion and revitalization and agriculture.
B. To make recommendations to the Community Development Agency Board with respect to plans, projects and proposals affecting the Redevelopment Project Area and within the scope of the Redevelopment Plan.
C. To review economic trends and to make recommendations to strengthen the economic well being of the City.
Conflict of Interest
The Conflict of Interest Provisions of the City of Arcata Conflict of Interest Code, Title II, Chapter 8, apply to all Economic Development Committee members. Committee members must file California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Form 700s with the City Clerk's Office.