Development of the EDS
The recommended policies and program activities in the Adopted EDS are based on an extensive planning process that included the following components:
- An analysis of Pinole’s existing and projected demographic profile, providing an understanding of underlying trends that may affect economic growth potentials.
- Direct input from a cross section of the City’s economic development stakeholders via a series of workshop-style meetings.
- A review of the various public- and private-sector entities involved in different aspects of economic development (or related activities).
- An industry “cluster” analysis to identify the industry groups (clusters) that are the most important “engines” of the existing local economy, as well as the industry groups that are likely to offer the most attractive growth potentials in the future.
- A real estate market analysis to identify potential future demand for commercial and industrial development in the City.