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Horizon Council
Lee County in Southwest Florida is truly fortunate to have a community-wide effort in promoting economic development. Several key organizations, with the Economic Development Office of Lee County serving as staff, work together to improve the business environment.
The Horizon Council is the advisory board to the county commission on economic development issues. This unique public-private partnership is made up of 62 members from government, education, business and community organizations.
Established in 1991, the mission of the Horizon Council is to:
- Work toward improving the business environment in Lee County;
- Retain and encourage the expansion of existing businesses; and
- Attract new and diversified employment to the area.
Horizon Council Calendar and Membership Roster
Q1 2008 Horizon Council Survey Results
Q2 2008 Horizon Council Survey Results
Organizational Membership
Local Government
Geographical Chambers of Commerce
Economic Development and Trade Organizations
Community or Business Organizations
Educational Institutions
Other
- Industrial Development Authority
- Horizon Foundation
- At-Large Members