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Pequot Lakes-Thriving Communities Initiative <br /> Most Promising Goals/Projects <br /> Economy <br /> Draft Key Strategy: Develop an attractive and vibrant downtown center, create inviting <br /> gateways into the community, and effectively market the community. <br /> Why?To ensure the continuing success of business and tourism amenities while enhancing the <br /> quality of life for residents. <br /> Start Year One <br /> 1. Create inviting 371 accesses/gateways to community(20) <br /> 2. Further develop the town center and Trailside Park as a unifying feature. (16) <br /> 3. Community identity and marketing(Signage: 5) (16) <br /> Start Year Two? <br /> 4. Develop programs/incentives/rewards for new businesses and <br /> growth/strengthening of existing businesses (Zoning, Higher wages) (12) <br /> 5. Stronger local business collaborations/networking(9) <br /> 6. Programs to revitalize,spruce-up and fill store fronts(Design Standards) (5) <br /> Lower in priority <br /> May tie into projects listed above <br /> 7. Build on the arts community; signature arts event(3) <br /> 8. Further diversify businesses(1) <br /> 9. New strategic commercial development(1) <br /> 10. More restaurants/variety(1) <br /> Revised 12.22.16 <br />