What is the purpose of this project? REDI is one of Los Alamos County’s Progress through Partnering initiatives, and is funded by increased gross receipts tax revenue from the change in Los Alamos National Laboratory’s contractor status. REDI’s geographic area includes Los Alamos, Rio Arriba, Santa Fe and Taos counties. Through a Regional Economic Development Strategic Plan, REDI will identify and begin to implement concrete economic development projects that will improve the economy and quality of life in the four-county region over the next 25 years.
Who is leading the effort?The Regional Development Corporation (RDC) has been selected as the contractor for the project, and is partnering with the North Central NM Economic Development District (NCNMEDD). The core project team consists of RDC Executive Director Ed Burckle, NCNMEDD Executive Director Barbara Deaux and Project Manager Monica Abeita.
Who will be involved in the Plan? Los Alamos County has signed cooperative agreements with the county and city governments in the four-county region for Progress through Partnering initiatives. In addition to local government officials, key stakeholders include tribal governments, economic development organizations, chambers of commerce, institutions of higher education, major private sector entities, school districts and federal and state agencies.
What is the plan process? The 12-month plan process is designed so stakeholders reach consensus on projects by Month 6, and begin planning for implementation thereafter.
What time commitment is required of the stakeholders? Over the 12-month period, stakeholders will be asked to meet three times with the project team, and to attend two to three stakeholder workshops to reach consensus on projects and schedules. Stakeholders may also participate through the on-line collaboration center, help review and comment on the draft Plan, and participate in regional expert teams charged with implementation planning