Core Services Provided by ECI Regional Planning District
ECIRPD makes a point to maintain close two-way contact with elected officials, community leaders, economic development directors and local residents in order to ensure awareness of the specific needs of local government entities.
We offer a team approach to regional concerns and opportunities, helping to advance economic development and the quality of living in the District through strategic thinking, visioning and planning in the following areas:
Grant & Funding Services
• Grant research and funding identification (local, state, federal)
• Grant writing and application development
• Grant administration and compliance reporting
• Budget development and funding match strategies
• Letters of support and intergovernmental coordination
• Multi-jurisdictional grant packaging
Economic Development & Planning
• Regional economic development strategy support
• Public infrastructure planning support
• Business retention and expansion (BRE) assistance
• Brownfield and environmental redevelopment coordination
Community Development Support
• CCMG assistance for small towns
• Quality-of-life project development (parks, trails, ADA improvements)
• Community engagement facilitation
• Public workshops and training events
Data, Research & Technical Assistance
• Economic and demographic data analysis
• Workforce and industry data interpretation
• Needs assessments and grant justification narratives
• Mapping and data visualization support (as applicable)
Regional Coordination & Advocacy
• Convening multi-community partnerships
• Facilitating intergovernmental collaboration
• Coordination with state and federal agencies
• Regional advocacy and relationship management