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7.0 Goals and Objectives
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Goals are broad policy targets, while objectives are specific achievements that we hope to
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In developing the goals and objectives for Newcomb, several important factors were
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considered. One is the demographics of the Town. With an average age of 51 years, Newcomb
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fact strongly impacts quality of life and the needs of an aging population. Another factor is the
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need to create business opportunities and encourage small business initiatives to bring the
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The Town’s Goals and Objectives have been organized by topic, as follows, but it is emphasized
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I. Economic Development
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Economic Development is an overriding need in the Town. The Town needs sustainable
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businesses providing employment for existing residents and attracting new residents. Keys to
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meeting this goal are providing the necessary support infrastructure. Additionally, Town leaders
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and residents need to provide a business friendly atmosphere to encourage and even financially
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support business ventures that show promise of helping the Town advance economically. The
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Objectives:
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1. Investigate the creation of a local resident‐owned business cooperative to provide
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gas station, convenience market, restaurant, and other services.
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2. Develop a central commercial area in order to attract small scale commercial
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business too the Town and to create a “downtown core.”
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3. Develop an industrial park oriented towards attracting businesses that utilize the
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region’s sustainable resources, especially wood products.
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4. Develop a bbusiness incubator with shared services and facilities to attract small scale
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