Economic Development Committee

Meetings

  • 6:30 p.m.
  • 1st and 3rd Tuesday
  • Somerset Town Hall Meeting Room

Members

  • Paul CogleyChair
  • Jeffrey Marques, Vice-Chair
  • Richard Peirce, Secretary
  • Roger FortierMember
  • Robert Gaw, Member
  • Tom Richardson, Member
  • Heather RobertsonMember
  • Isabella Rocha, Member
  • Todd Costa, BOS Member
  • Amy Messier, Town Planner

Overview

Mission Statement

The Somerset Economic Development Committee Is Responsible for Advising the Somerset Selectmen Regarding the Cultivation of a Diverse Economy While Recognizing the Need to Maintain a Balance Between Attracting New Investment to Increase the Local Tax Base, Encouraging and Supporting Local Businesses, Fostering Local Entrepreneurship, and Strengthening Somerset Key Businesses and Industries.

Areas of Interest

  • Planning and Development
  • Marketing and Promotion
  • Government Cooperation
  • Public Participation

Areas of Committee Focus

  • Enhancing Relationships Between Local Business and Town Government
  • Seeking and Coordinating Public and Private Grants
  • Recommending Actions for Strategic Economic Growth
  • Awards and Recognition

Key Measures of Success

  • Added Revenue Through Tax Growth
  • Increased Local Businesses
  • Increased Local Jobs
  • Improved Quality of Life

Contact us

  • Address
    140 Wood Street
    Somerset, MA 02726
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