The Mesquite Economic Development Commission is a diverse group of professionals representing key economic sectors such as small business, contractors, education, finance, resort association, real estate and utilities. Several members of the City staff also serve on the Commission. The Commission meets monthly to share up-to-date economic data, coordinate events and economic development activities. Commission members may also be invited to attend site visits by relocating companies.

Strategic Plan for Economic Development, Redevelopment and Public Information

• Job creation with high wages and benefits (Recruitment)
• Foster cooperation, communication and coordination of business resources (Relationship Building)
• Improve environment for existing businesses and startup help for entrepreneurs (Retention & Expansion)
• Gather comprehensive and reliable economic development data (Due Diligence)
• Manage City public relations and economic development marketing (Branding)
• Maintain and improve physical resources of Mesquite to accommodate business growth (Infrastructure)
• Energize Redevelopment Agency (RDA) and Community Grant Programs (Renewal)