What?
A public agency created by West Virginia law to provide comprehensive planning of all types for the region; coordination of federal and state funding in the region; a means of technical assistance to, and cooperation between units of local government.
Who?
All units of government in McDowell, Mercer, Monroe, Raleigh, Summers and Wyoming Counties, plus up to 49% private sector appointees.
Why?
Because the interdependence and relationships between neighboring communities and counties cover areas of employment, industry, housing, health, recreation, and environmental protection.
Because the restricted tax resources and limited technical staff of the local government make it more difficult to deal with the problems of development.
Because natural resources such as clean water and air, land and mineral deposits are limited, and the use of these resources affects everyone.
Where?
The Region I Planning & Development Council office located at 1439 E. Main Street, Suite 5, Princeton WV 24740; Telephone (304) 431-7225; FAX (304) 431-7235; E-mail: regionone@regiononepdc.org.
How?
By the development of overall regional planning, continually updated to meet changing needs and conditions.
Through the review, comment and assistance in formulation of plans or proposals which involve public funding, governmental action, public property, intergovernmental cooperation, and regional development.
With the involvement of local governments, citizens advisory councils, special interest representation, and task forces.
CEDS
To view the Region I 2006 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy click here.