I am currently serving on the Economic Development Industrial Corporation (EDIC)

The EDIC FY2007 Work Plan describes the goals for the current year. These goals focus on areas all over town including:

• Nobscot Center

• Mount Wayte Shopping Center

• Genzyme

• Metrowest Hospital

• Downtown revitalization

In addition, some projects we are currently working on include:

• Developing an effective PR campaign to attract business to Framingham

• The economic section of the Master Plan in conjunction with the Planning Board

I am currently serving on the Community Development Block grant Committee (CDBG)

The CDBG recently heard from the community on important projects that need CDBG funding. These include outstanding programs that are currently running in our community including:

• ESL

• Literacy

• Student Jobs Program

• Resiliency for Life

• Metrowest Connections

Please view my 2007 Town Meeting presentation on Best Practice use of CDBG Funds