Berkeley Municipal Code Ch. 2.43 Office of Economic

2.43.010 Created.¶

An Office of Economic Development is created which shall be under the direction of the Manager of Economic Development, subject to the general administrative direction of the City Manager. (Ord. 6384-NS § 1 (part), 1997)

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2.43.020 Functions.¶

The functions of the Office of Economic Development shall include:

A. Expanding employment and business opportunities for Berkeley residents, entrepreneurs, and property owners with particular focus on increasing the participation of traditionally under-served populations and areas of the City;

B. Generating healthy business climate that maintains and enhances the environmental quality of the City while producing tax revenues to support civic goals;

C. Assisting in creating a more culturally rich and economically viable community by supporting the growth and responsive use of artistic and cultural resources among art organizations, artists, and businesses;

D. Ensuring equal opportunities for minorities, women, and disabled persons in these endeavors. (Ord. 6384-NS § 1 (part), 1997)

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