Economic Development Advisory Board

The Economic Development Advisory Board: reviews functioning and progress of the economic development program and advises the City Council with regard to the program.

• 7 members, representing fields of local business
• Appointed for 3-year terms
• Meetings held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 12:15 p.m., City Hall
• current meeting agendas

Economic Development Advisory Board members - chairperson* (member since), term expires:

• Manuel Dimas* - Finance/Accounting (2017), 12-2026
• Jaden Hilkemann - Non-profit (2025), 12-2027
• Ken Marvin - Small Business (2015), 12-2027
• Veronica Ortiz - Chamber Board (2025), 12-2025
• Lizeth Umana - Industry (2019), 12-2025
• Vacancy, at-large
• Vacancy, at-large

LB840 Economic Development Program Documents are available from the Community and Economic Development Department

Twelve boards and commissions are comprised of city residents appointed by the Mayor and approved by the City Council to advise certain City programs or departments. Select boards meet regularly, while others meet as needed. For contact information on individual board members, please contact the City Clerk.