A year of progress; goals for the future

July 26, 2024

 

 

As the Fannin County Development Authority (FCDA) looks toward the future, and addresses various opportunities and challenges, we want to take the opportunity to acknowledge the progress made in the past year. We remain focused on our mission to support local businesses while also working to attract new, desirable business partners.

Among the highlights:

       1. With support from local entrepreneurs and county leaders, we launched an upgraded website: fannindevelopment.com, which includes a new logo and updated branding of our department.

        2. We worked to improve communications efforts across the board, building strong working relationships with county and regional stakeholders.

        3. We established an FCDA board, identifying mutual goals and objectives while developing a strategic plan for the long-term success of the county and its residents.

        4. We worked to strengthen relationships/partnerships with a variety of local entities, including:

                            * The Blue Ridge Chamber of Commerce

                             * The Downtown Business Authority

                             * Fannin County Leadership, Board of Commissioners

                             * University of North Georgia

                             * Fannin Regional Hospital

 

Questions we are addressing, with the help of local leaders:

  1. How can we attract the type of new business that will provide desirable jobs for graduating students who want to remain here, while providing new opportunities for our current workforce?

  2. What infrastructure improvements do we need to prepare for future needs?

  3. How will we manage growth to expand business opportunities without sacrificing the rural charm or natural beauty of Fannin County?

  4. What can be done to provide more affordable housing?

  5. How can we continue to improve communications while building new partnerships with local and regional leaders?