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AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH GREATER PHOENIX ECONOMIC COUNCIL
Staff Contact: Brian Friedman, Director, Economic Development
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Purpose and Recommended Action
Recommendation
This is a request for City Council to authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) for FY 2017-18 in the amount of $104,527 for participation in, and support of, GPEC's regional economic development program to attract quality businesses for our community.
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Background
The City of Glendale has had an agreement continuously with GPEC since 1989 reflecting the spirit of regional cooperation and enhancing the city's ability to draw upon the greater region for support of Glendale's economic development initiatives. GPEC promotes the region to a broad variety of national and international companies, and generates editorial reports and advertisements in markets the city could not otherwise secure. GPEC represents Maricopa County and 23 member cities to promote economic development and create jobs for the greater region. In addition, GPEC represents issues on behalf of its members at the Arizona State Legislature and supports multiple member committees with various objectives that serve to make the region more attractive to companies interested in expansion or relocation. Over the past decade, GPEC has expanded their scope of services to include emphasis on international markets, direct outreach to companies in competitor markets, and competitive policy analysis. GPEC also features individual pages on its website for every member community including Glendale, allowing the city to provide tailored information on its page. This page provides an introduction and first impression for many in the site selection community
Through this agreement, GPEC will continue to market Glendale and generate qualified business and industry prospects within targeted economic industries including advanced business servic...
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