Purpose

The Economic Opportunity Committee may review growth of industry and emerging technology, job creation and retention, workforce development and education, childcare initiatives, small and minority business development, economic incentives, improvement districts, downtown matters, economic development corporations, trade and commerce, local and regional partnerships, minority and women owned business contracting policies, tourism, cultural arts, entertainment, and related matters.

Created by Ordinance 20250130-078.

To speak remotely, contact the committee staff liaison listed below.


Meeting Documents

2026 Meeting Schedule

  • January 16, 2026
  • March 20, 2026
  • May 15, 2026
  • July 31, 2026
  • September 18, 2026
  • November 20, 2026

Members

  • Council Member Qadri, Chair
  • Mayor Pro Tem Fuentes, Vice Chair
  • Council Member Harper-Madison
  • Council Member Velásquez
  • Council Member Siegel

Staff Contact