LAKEPORT, Calif. – The city of Lakeport is seeking people to serve on the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee.
Residents, business persons and other interested individuals are invited to join the Lakeport Economic Development Advisory Committee (LEDAC).
LEDAC is an advocate for a strong and positive Lakeport business community and a conduit between the city leadership and the community for communicating and implementing the goals, activities and progress of Lakeport’s economic and business programs.
The committee consists of up to 12 members who either live, work, shop or do business in the city of Lakeport. This includes Lake County residents who live in unincorporated areas.
LEDAC meets every other month on the first Wednesday at 7 a.m. at Lakeport City Hall, 225 Park St.
Ideal LEDAC applicants will possess the following:
- Strong interest in and commitment to the city’s economic development goals and objectives, as set forth in the Lakeport General Plan and the Lakeport Business Retention and Recruitment Strategy.
- Recognized leadership/participation in the community.
- Experience/expertise in at least one of the following areas: Real estate, business management and operations, finance, public relations, marketing/promotion, sales, government/public administration, related professions/industries.
- Ability and willingness to commit five to 10 hours per month to the success of the Lakeport’s economic development efforts.
LEDAC will work closely with the Lakeport’s community development director, city manager and the city council, and will coordinate with the Lake County Economic Development Program, the Lakeport Main Street Association and the Lake County Chamber of Commerce.
LEDAC positions are unpaid and will be appointed by the Lakeport City Council; candidates will be considered city volunteers. LEDAC is subject to the California Open Meeting Law (the Brown Act).
Applications to serve on LEDAC are available from Lakeport City Clerk Janel Chapman at