SUMMARY OF FINDINGS
FINDINGS A comprehensive review was conducted of the priorities and goals in each infrastructure chapter. The following list of findings explains the common threads throughout each infrastructure chapter that focus on economic development and the four themes defined in the Purpose Statement:
Focus future infrastructure investments through the lens of economic development Foster collaborative planning efforts between all impacted stakeholders Make infrastructure investment decisions comprehensively
Focus on investments that create highest and best economic impact Implement emerging and innovative technologies Increase resource use efficiency
Future planning proves to be the pinnacle of economic development. Plans from each community can be used to help identify the vision for each area and act on the biggest needs identified in those areas. This report encourages stakeholders to look closely at existing plans to anticipate, plan for, and implement the necessary changes before they are needed. Successful outcomes of future planning rely heavily on collaborative planning efforts and are crucial for economic development. Stakeholders are encouraged to engage with each other to build long‑lasting, successful relationships that can be translated to the success of future planning. For future economic development to thrive, thoughtful investments must be made today. Having a plan in place will only help guide the desired outcome, while investments solidify and guarantee necessary improvements down the line. Being aware of technological advancements and trends will ensure innovative future upgrades.
10 | Executive Summary
South Dakota Governor’s Office of Economic Development
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