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Welcome to the Lewis County Department of Economic Development. Lewis County understands that so many components factor into a successful economic development strategy. To address these components the Department of Economic Development encompasses many disciplines including Economic Development, Planning, Trails Development, Community Development and administration of the Empire Zone program. By bringing these disciplines under the Economic Development umbrella, we are better prepared to serve the County's economic development needs.
Specific services provided by the Department of Economic Development:
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Site selection for new and expanding businesses county wide
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Coordination with the Lewis County IDA on development packages
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Business development resources including information about and administration of the Empire Zone program
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Grant writing and administrative services
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Technical assistance on planning and zoning issues to local municipalities and the public
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Information including census, demographic data, and flood plain data for local governments and the public
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Expertise on land use, comprehensive planning, community development
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Expertise on other topics related to agriculture, environmental impact assessment, housing and transportation, recreation and disaster recovery.
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Administers the state directed Agricultural District Program, and Federal Housing Assistance
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Fulfills the statutory requirements for NYS General Municipal Law Article 239
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Provides staff support to Lewis County Planning Board and Lewis County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Committee.
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Provides county representation on regional boards
