It was developed alongside The Big Table initiative to increase public participation and ownership in regional planning. Take a look around to find ways to get involved in building a sustainable and equitable economy in Greater Peoria. Economic Development Administration U. A successful CEDS is created through an inclusive, analytical, and reflective planning process and results in a measurable road map to regional economic prosperity.
The Big Table: Greater Peoria events will continue to serve as an important platform to share CEDS updates and maintain consistent communication with the public. The CEDS encompasses a broad range of goals that intersect and overlap. To streamline the process, the goals have been categorized into four main areas: Economy, Workforce, Quality of Place, and Natural Resources. Each goal area has a working group within the CEDS Committee that identifies strategies and tactics for achieving measurable progress over the next five years.
Moreover, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion will be infused throughout all goal areas to address systemic barriers to wealth creation for historically underserved groups, such as racial and ethnic minorities, women, the LGBTQ community, people with disabilities, and rural communities. By intentionally reducing economic barriers, the CEDS aims to promote a more equitable regional economy. Promote adaptive economic development that encourages innovation and entrepreneurship, supports existing businesses, and attracts new employers.
Develop a more resilient, robust, and equitable talent pipeline in Greater Peoria. Foster diverse and inclusive communities where all residents and visitors enjoy active, secure, healthy, and fulfilled lives. Diversity, equity, and inclusion will be infused throughout all goal areas with the aim of addressing systemic barriers to wealth creation and quality of life based on race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability.
To achieve sustained economic growth, economic opportunities, and wealth creation must be accessible to all people and communities in Greater Peoria.
