About

Achieving Lake City’s vision for local entrepreneurs, livable-wage employers, and diverse residents requires connecting residents to business owners, so together we can promote the diversity of our business community. This means a thoughtful and inclusive branding and communications effort that reaches our residents, benefits businesses, and raises awareness outside our community about the uniqueness that is Lake City – north of the Ship Canal.

A key aspect of this strategy will be to establish a robust newsletter with a calendar of events and promotions, blogs from within our community – immigrants, youth, seniors, families, etc. – and volunteer and community input opportunities. Our efforts will also include the promotion of Arts in Lake City.

Principles

Harness the energy, interests, and passions of Lake City businesses, partner organizations, residents, and other stakeholders to bring everyone together in order to address common issues as a group.
Celebrate the rich culture in Lake City with meaningful gatherings of diverse communities within Lake City.
Listen to the community.
Speak on behalf of Lake City with a strong voice to:
- be a visible and leading advocate for effective leadership in Lake City
- guide business retention and economic development
- enhance urban design and public spaces
- ensure community well-being
- promote the district
Advocate for all businesses and residents, all income levels, and all needs, to make it possible for a diverse, vital, and inclusive community to live, work, and enjoy Lake City.

Create a vibrant and attractive business district where a mix of businesses can be incubated and small independent business owners can flourish. Our approach will include property and business owners and will be transparent. Elements include business attraction/retention, retail and small business growth, park activation, and business development. Guide action through market research, real estate and business inventories, catalytic development opportunities, and business education.