RFP: The City of Bath has issued a request for proposal for the purpose of having the vendor assess the City's logo and refresh the design, including branded fonts and color scheme. Proposals are due Monday, February 22, 2021, and will be reviewed by the Economic Development Committee. Learn More

Membership

Karla Gagnon - Business Rep.	July 2023
Sean Ireland - Development Rep.	July 2023
Sally Johnstone- Main Street Bath Rep.	July 2022
Jon Fitzgerald - BIW Rep.	July 2021
Maine Maritime Museum Rep.	July 2021
City Manager	Ex officio
Director of Planning and Development	Ex officio
Aaron Park	City Council Rep.
Susan Bauer	City Council Rep.
Jennifer DeChant	City Council Rep.

Membership updated 1-7-2021

Mission

The Bath Economic Development Committee’s mission is to promote an economic climate which increases job opportunities and overall economic well-being, while preserving Bath’s unique sense of place.  It will do this by ensuring that the City’s well-preserved architecture, walkability and waterfront environment continue to make Bath a good place in which to live, work and recreate. The Economic Development Committee develops plans, policies and provides recommendations to the City Council on matters which affect the economic climate of the community. (Adopted by committee, Jan. 27, 2014)

Appointments and Meeting Schedule

Meets every 4th Tuesday of the month at 5 p.m. at City Hall. Appointments are made by City Council. Terms are 3 years.

Functions

• Economic development plans and policies
• Branding/marketing
• Tourism
  • Marine/cruise ships
• Developer outreach
• Review/recommendation on new/expanded TIF districts
• TIF-funded projects

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Agendas and Minutes