Economic Development Department:
The Economic Development Department is located at 1526 East Forrest Ave., 4th floor and can be contacted at 404.270-7214. It is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
It's goal is to assist local businesses, either by attracting them to East Point or helping local businesses thrive here.
Economic Development’s FY10 Budget goals...
- Encourage continued balanced growth and development in East Point’s commercial districts
- Enhance the economic vitality of the City of East Point while protecting its unique character
- Facilitate the construction of signature mixed-use projects in identified revitalization areas that will invigorate the community and expand the tax base
- Market the City of East Point effectively to attract quality commercial tenants, a broader mix of retailers and to improve the City's image throughout the region
- Strengthen the community character and positive image of East Point
- Improve communication and connection within the City and between the City and its citizens
- Work with BIDA to develop a work program and be more proactive in shaping development city-wide
- Obtain Fulton County School Board approval for Corridors TAD
- Increase attendance and regional awareness of the East Point festivals coordinated by EPMSA
Budget for 2009: $385, 277
