The Economic Development Committee (EDC) is an advisory committee and local board.
It provides strategic recommendations to City Council regarding the resources required to support investment attraction, business growth and retention, tourism and economic development issues management.
The EDC provides the Economic Development Division staff with information and input on issues and projects of particular importance to the local economy.
Governance
Ten to twelve (10-12) voting members consisting of:
- 4 councillors (1 vote each) (One of which is the Chair of the BRE Committee)
- 6 – 8 Citizen Representatives (1 vote each) from:
- 1 Member from the Belleville Chamber of Commerce
- 1 Member representing Loyalist College, resident of Belleville
- 1 Member from the Accommodations Sector
- 1 member from the Belleville Downtown Improvement Area
- 2–4 citizen members reflecting the diversity of the local economy and core function/mandate of the Economic Development Department.
Non-voting members – to attend on an as requested/needed basis
- Quinte Home Builders Association
- Quinte and District Association of Realtors
- Bay of Quinte Regional Marketing Board
- Quinte Economic Development Commission
- Centre for Workforce Development
- Quinte Arts Council
As of June 13, 2025 its members were:
- Councillor Thompson
- Councillor Kelly, Chair
- Councillor Seu
- Councillor Henderson (2025-104)
- Ian Stock
- TBD (2024-196)
- TBD (2024-196)
- TBD (2024-196)
- Jodie Jenkins – Community Engagement Specialist at Gleaners Food Bank, Sales Representative at RE/MAX
- Kalan MacRow – Co-founder & CTO @ Pontoon
Term: 2 years
To apply to become a committee member, apply online through the Boards & Committees Application Form.
Meetings
Meetings are held the first Tuesday of the month at 10:00 am in the Sir Mackenzie Bowell of City Hall located at 169 Front Street, Belleville, ON., K8N 2Y8. Meetings are open to the public.
Work
Business Growth and Retention
The Business Growth and Retention program activities drive job creation, increase tax revenues and attract outside investment. By fostering a supportive environment conducive to business growth and retention, the City can sustain a healthy local economy, enhance the standard of living for residents, and promote overall prosperity within the community, which in turn ensures long-term fiscal stability.
Industrial Sector Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E)
