MEDC Releases Economic Development Action Plan
Marathon Economic Development Corporation Releases New Economic Development Action Plan
MARATHON – The Marathon Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) has undertaken a process to develop a new Strategic Action Plan for Marathon. This Plan has one keystone purpose in mind – enhance the economy and improve the quality of life for the residents and stakeholders in Marathon. To satisfy this purpose, this Strategic Action Plan will:
- Identify barriers to economic development within and around the Town of Marathon, and develop strategies to overcome such barriers;
- Facilitate the enhancement of the economic base within and around the Town of Marathon for the economic and social benefit of its citizens;
- Promote economic development and diversification objectives in line with the Town of Marathon’s Strategic Plan priorities;
- Provide support for enterprises, institutions, and entrepreneurs engaged in the economic, cultural and social development within the Town of Marathon;
- Co-operate with neighbouring municipalities and First Nations in the development and implementation of economic development and diversification objectives when such agreements are beneficial to the citizens of the Town of Marathon.
With this new Plan now in hand, the MEDC is ready to pursue strategic opportunities in specific industry sectors. Attention to the Plan’s key focus areas will strengthen Marathon’s economy and ensure that it remains healthy into the next decade.
