Economic & Community Development Committee (ECDC)

The purpose of the Economic and Community Development Committee (ECDC) is to examine the short-term and long-term economic and community development needs of the township. It recommends to the Board of Supervisors strategies and projects that will provide sound economic development and a stronger sense of community to the township. It also encourages communication between the township and businesses located in the township regarding economic and community development issues.

The committee strives to develop working relationships with local state and federal agencies that can provide economic and community development resources to the township.

Members

• Pam Forster, Chairperson
• Koren Draper, Vice-Chairperson
• Rachel Zobel, Secretary
• Anmol Darooka
• Kenneth Parker
• Vacant
• Vacant
• Ashton Jones, Staff Liaison
• Tina Garzillo, Board Liaison

Meetings

• 7:00PM
• 3rd Monday monthly
• Board Room (Upper Level) Township Building
• *The May 20 meeting will be held at the King of Prussia Inn

Current Activities

The ECDC is currently reviewing opportunities to develop a working relationship with the King of Prussia Business Improvement District (BID) to promote Upper Merion Township as a great place to live and work.

The ECDC is also administering a new campaign to support local businesses and engage residents. The Love My Local campaign asks local business owners, “what do residents love about your business”. It also asks residents, “what do you love about living in Upper Merion”.

Agendas & Minutes