The second piece of my platform in my run for the Yucca city council district seat is the Economy. Glendale is just beginning its climb out of the Great Recession. Westgate and the surrounding area will continue to add new development that has already been approved by previous city councils. The next great economic frontier is west Glendale past the Loop 101 out to the Loop 303 and beyond to Sarival Road. Glendale’s future opportunities include building a diversified economy and providing good jobs for our residents. How can we achieve such goals?
- I am committed to ensuring that Glendale’s local economy is vibrant and diverse to ensure that our city budget continues to become healthier and that well-paying jobs are created for Glendale’s residents.
- I am committed to ensuring that Glendale’s planning and approval process for new business development is continually updated and made faster and more efficient through the latest technology available
- I am committed to strengthening our partnerships with existent businesses by ensuring that Glendale’s business development department is constantly seeking new ways of assisting them and solving their needs
- I am committed to making sure that Glendale’s business climate is diverse. For years Glendale has struggled to identify a business cluster to develop. That has not occurred and may be an opportunity in the years to come. In the meantime we must create new policies that attract all sorts of business to locate in Glendale
Without continual economic growth Glendale will not maintain its ability to keep its infrastructure in good repair nor will it be able to add amenities necessary for our residents’ quality of life. These elements go hand in hand with building an attractive economy. Businesses that look to locate in Glendale look for a well maintained city with amenities that are attractive to its employees.
© Joyce Clark, 2016
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The Glendale Chamber within the last couple of years has been a huge asset to the City in the area of business development. The Glendale Chamber is now relevant to the City of Glendale, as a strategic alliance has been formed. The Chamber is now knocking on the door of having 1,000 members. Many are active and by far the majority of businesses are located in Glendale. There are many functions of the Chamber, and one has been the voice for the business community to the city. Most of the city council members now regularly attend functions, to be available, and hear what the business community is saying. Unfortunately Sammy is not one who has taken advantage of the opportunity the Glendale Chamber offers to come and mingle with his business constituents, and others. The door is always open to candidates and those in office.
Dave, I look forward to attending Chamber events and reconnecting after I have turned in my nominating petitions and am formally a candidate. I agree with your assessment. The Glendale Chamber is an essential piece of Glendale’s economic pie.