Historic Little Italy Economic Committee Goals for 2008

= Done = Yet to be done

	Working with GEIDC, arrive at a concept plan for the redevelopment project on the Continental Rubber works block, and cooperate and coordinate with potential developers.
	Compile a comprehensive and accurate list of all vacant and/or available properties in HLI.
	Develop a comprehensive, electronic listing of all businesses, industries, organizations, property owners, and key renters in HLI.
	In conjunction with City-sponsored retail development specialist, begin a local Retention and Expansion Program, visiting each business in the neighborhood at least once a year to determine needs and issues.
	The Neighborhood Manager should work with City ED partners, especially the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership. the SBDC at Gannon University, and the Weed & Seed Micro Enterprise grant program, to begin recruitment of desired bunesses, particularly a grocery store, restaurants, a coffee shop, and a branch bank.
	Continue with new commercial building construction.
	Set up a small Revolving Loan Fund program for facade renovations.