Economic Development Authority
Overview
The Economic Development Authority acts as a catalyst for responsible economic growth that improves Fredericksburg’s quality of life. The EDA receives its funding from annual fees derived from the issuance of bonds for qualified borrowers. It has two matching grant programs that promote E-Commerce and Website Conversion. Additionally, the EDA advises the City Manager and City Council on fostering economic and industrial development.
The board consists of seven Members, city residency required, appointed to four-year terms with term expiration of April 30.
Members
- Beth Black, Chair
Term: March 14, 2017 through April 30, 2021 - Bill Beck, Vice Chair
Term: April 14, 2015 through April 30, 2020 - Mitzi Brown, Secretary
Term: May 1, 2018 through April 30, 2022 - Lee Murray, Treasurer
Term: June 10, 2019 through April 30, 2023 - Will Mackintosh
Term: October 19, 2017 through April 30, 2020 - Suzy Stone
Term: July 1, 2019 through April 30, 2022 - Chris Waller
Term: June 10, 2019 through April 30, 2023
Other Staff
- Amy Peregoy, Assistant Secretary (Freedom of Information Act Point of Contact)
- Bill Freehling, Department of Economic Development Liaison
- Angela Freeman, Business Development Manager
- Blanton Massey, Legal Councel
Agendas & Minutes
Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
View Most Recent Agendas and Minutes
2019 Meeting Dates
- December 9 - Location Change: Courtyard by Marriott, Kenmore Room, 620 Caroline St.
2020 Meeting Dates
- January 13
- February 10
- March 9
- April 13
- May 11
- June 8
- July 13
- August 10
- September 14
- October 12
- November 9
- December 14
The EDA meets at 8:30 a.m. on the second Monday of each month (third Monday if second Monday falls on a City holiday).